Opentrons Flex Magnetic Block (GEN 1) is a 96-well magnetic well plate holder containing static ring magnets, specifically designed for use with the Flex Robot. Use it with the Flex Gripper and skirted 96-well PCR or deep-well plates to facilitate quick and efficient separation using magnetic beads. This module is not compatible with the OT-2.
Features
96 magnetic wells
High-strength neodymium ring magnets fixed to a spring-loaded bed
Use with gripper
For use with Opentrons Flex and Opentrons Flex Gripper; not compatible with OT-2
Labware compatibility
Compatible with a range of labware, various magnetic bead products, and protocols with volumes from 10 µL to 2 mL
Tech Specs
Dimensions
136 × 94 × 45 mm (l/w/h)
Weight
1.13 kg
Module Power
None, module is unpowered
Magnet Grade
N52 neodymium
Environmental Conditions
Indoor use only
Ambient Temperature
20–25 °C
Relative Humidity
30–80%, non-condensing
Accommodates
A wide range of 96-well microplates, containing volumes from 10 µL to 2 mL
Recommended labware
We recommend using Opentrons Tough PCR Plates and NEST 96 Deep Well Plates with the Opentrons Flex Magnetic Block, as they are full-skirted and have rigid frames, which are compatible with the Opentrons Flex Gripper