The Opentrons Thermocycler Module GEN2 is a fully automated on-deck thermocycler, providing hands-free PCR in a 96-well plate format. Compatible with Opentrons hardware and software to allow for fully automated PCR reaction setup and thermocycling on your Opentrons robot. The heated lid and disposable seal fit tightly over the plate, ensuring efficient sample heating and minimal evaporation.
Features
Hands-free PCR
Programmable, on deck thermocycler
Cooling and heating
Thermal block temperature range of 4–99 °C, with lid temperature up to 110 °C
Programmable
Use Python API and Protocol Designer
Tech Specs
Dimensions (open)
244.95 mm L x 172 mm W x 310.1 mm H
Dimensions (closed)
244.95 mm L x 172 mm W x 170.35 mm H
Dimensions (closed with External Fan Duct)
315.32 L x 172 mm W x 170.35 H
Accommodates
Full-skirted 96-well, 0.2 mL PCR plates
Thermal block temperature range
4–99 °C
Thermal block maximum heating ramp rate
4.25 °C/s between ambient and 95 °C
hermal block maximum cooling ramp rate
2.0 °C/s between 95 °C and ambient
Lid temperature range
37–110 °C
Weight
8.4 kg
Module power input
36 VDC 6.1 A
Power adapter input
120-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 8.5A@115VAC, 5.0A@230VAC
Recommended plates
We recommend using Opentrons Tough PCR Plates with the Opentrons Thermocycler Modules, as they are full-skirted and have a rigid polycarbonate frame with thin-walled polypropylene wells.The plate lift mechanism that releases the plate from the Thermocycler after cycling engages with the edges of full-skirted PCR plate so the plate can be easily removed.