Biometra TRobot II Series Leading PCR Expertise for the Automated Workflow
- Ensured work success thanks to reproducible, reliable results in high quality
- Win walk-away time thanks to the possibility of reliable unattended 24/7 operation
- Convenient operation by dedicated software or via complete integration into scheduler software
- Minimum downtime thanks to more than 30 years of experience in thermal cycler development and robust equipment design.
The automated thermal cycler Biometra TRobot II allows a high-throughput PCR workflow with 24/7 reliable, unattended operation with highest quality of results for routine PCR or incubation applications. It is ideal for molecular biology labs that face a large number of samples every day and need to rely on the analysis results of their valuable samples.
High Degree of Automation for More Efficiency
- Space-saving modular concept
- Direct access to the sample block from three sides
- Trouble-free removal of plates thanks patent-pending plate lifting system
- Gradient function for optimization of new protocols
- Touch-sensitive safety frame at the lid for maximum user-safety
- Robust design for 24/7 use in automated systems
- Patent-pending automated Smart Tune Lid ensures uniform conditions in all sample positions
Brochures
| Title | Language | Info |
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| Brochure Thermal Cycler Biometra TRobot II (EN) | en | PDF, 336 KB |
| Product Guide Consumables for PCR/qPCR (EN) | en | PDF, 5 MB |
| Dimensions Overview for Biometra TRobot II (EN) | en | PDF, 185 KB |
| Broschüre Biometra TMS Temperaturmesssystem (DE) | de | PDF, 1 MB |
| Brochure Biometra TMS Temperature Measuring System (EN) | en | PDF, 1 MB |
| Flyer Biometra TSuite Software (DE) | de | PDF, 2 MB |
| Flyer Biometra TSuite Software (EN) | en | PDF, 3 MB |
| Br NGS Library Preparation (EN) | en | PDF, 2 MB |
| Brochure Product Guide Life Science (EN) | en | PDF, 2 MB |
| Broschüre Produktführer Life Science (DE) | de | PDF, 2 MB |
Product Highlights in Detail
Always best results
In addition to the typical main application, the polymerase chain reaction (PCR), the Biometra TRobot II is also suitable for all other molecular biological or chemical incubations in PCR plates. For example, the generation of libraries for Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) is an important step in a larger workflow where the automated thermal cycler can be used. This reduces the manual effort and the possibility of errors. The PCR cycler has outstanding heating and cooling rates and excellent temperature homogeneity across the sample block for highly reproducible PCR results. For the setup of new protocols or for the transfer of existing protocols from other thermal cyclers it is sometimes necessary to make slight optimizations to the protocols. For this purpose the Biometra TRobot II includes a gradient function. With this function it is possible, to test different temperatures in the critical annealing step of the PCR in one run.
Fit for integration
In automated systems, compact components with the smallest possible footprint are particularly important. The Biometra TRobot II meets this requirement through its modular design with a compact PCR module that is placed directly on the automation deck, while the controller can be stored underneath the platform. Another important point in automation is that all components should be very robust and reliable. If one component fails, the entire workflow comes to a halt. With this background, we have developed a special, patent-pending mechanism for opening and closing the lid of the Biometra TRobot II, which is intended for permanent use. At the same time, the block design was designed to enable the gripper to access the sample block from three sides. This opens up many possibilities for positioning the thermal cycler on the deck.
Ease of work
A conveniently prepared library allows a fast integration into automation systems. In addition, powerful computer software, the Biometra TSuite, is available for direct control of the automated thermal cycler, which is helpful for first PCR runs in preparation for the actual application. Maximum user safety is ensured with a unique, touch-sensitive safety frame which immediately stops the lid closing in case of contact with a resistance. The smooth block surface without gaps is essential for easy and effective cleaning and decontamination. For stress-free work it is also important to keep the noise level low. The ventilation system has been designed to remain very quiet, even at high performance levels. This allows you to work next to Biometra TRobot II concentrated!
Products
Biometra TRobot II 384 G, 230 V
384 well block format for high-throughput applications in research and routine.
It is available as 100 V, 115 and 230 V.
Order number: 846-2-070-903
Biometra TRobot II 96 G, 230 V
96 well block format for standard applications in research and routine.
It is available as 100 V, 110 V and 230 V version.
Order number: 846-2-070-901
Biometra TRobot II 96 SG, 230 V
96 well silver block for highest demands in research and routine.
It is available as 100 V, 115 V and 230 V version.
Order number: 846-2-070-902
Biometra TRobot II Controller 230 V
Controller for Biometra TRobot II block modules.
It is available as 100 V, 115 and 230 V.
Order number: 846-2-070-904
Biometra TRobot II PCR Module 384 G
Biometra TRobot II PCR module with 384 well block with gradient function.
Order number: 846-070-923
Biometra TRobot II PCR Module 96 G
Biometra TRobot II PCR Module with 96 well aluminum block with gradient function
Order number: 846-070-921
Biometra TRobot II PCR Module 96 SG
Biometra TRobot II PCR Module with 96 well silver block with gradient function
Order number: 846-070-922
Technical Data
Integration software |
Sample Block |
Block capacity |
Proposed sample volume |
Maximum Heating |
Average Heating |
Maximum Cooling |
Dimension (width x depth x height) |
Average Cooling |
Temperature uniformity |
Gradient |
Max./Min. gradient |
Adjustable gradient range |
Block exchange |
Tempering method |
Standby temperature |
Temperature control mode |
Adjustable temperature range |
Temperature control accuracy |
Lid type |
Space requirement (width x depth x height) |
Lid temperature |
Contact pressure |
Compatible sealing systems |
Plate lifter |
Consumable compatibility |
Time increment |
Temperature increment/decrement |
Additional dimensions |
Required clearance zone |
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Biometra TRobot II 384 G, 230 V |
Biometra Library (dll file) for integration into an automation system's scheduler software | Aluminum, special alloy | 384 well microplate | 5 - 25 µL | 2.4 °C/s | 2.2 °C/s | 1.8 °C/s | 208 mm x 260 mm x 206 mm | 1.6 °C/s | +/- 0,15 °C at 55 °C after 15 s | yes | 18 °C/0,1 °C | 24 rows 20 °C to 99 °C | no | Peltier elements | Down to 4 °C | Control Mode | 3 - 99 °C | +/- 0,1 °C | Motorized lid with heating module, which is connected spring-loaded to the lid | 208 mm x 332 mm x 291 mm | 30 - 110 °C | Independent from the used consumable adjusted via software in the range of 4 kg to 12 kg. Typical standard settings: 8 kg to 10 kg | Sealing foils and mats | Motor-driven, direct compatible with full-skirted PCR plates. With optional Biometra TRobot II adapter frame also compatible with semi-skirted PCR plates with these dimensions: distance well tip to semi-skirt: 12 to 14 mm with 96-well aluminum block, 11 to 13 mm with 96 well silver block. | 384 well PCR microplates | 1 - 240 s/cycle | +/- 0,1 °C to 20 °C per cycle | Controller (W x D x H, mm): 240 x 387 (444 incl. cable ports) x 139 | PCR module: 20 cm at the rear side. When operating several units side by side, an additional 10 cm between the units. Controller: 10 cm at the rear side |
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Biometra TRobot II 96 G, 230 V |
Biometra Library (dll file) for integration into an automation system's scheduler software | Aluminum, special alloy | 96 x 0,2 mL tubes, 96 well microplates or 8 well strips | 5 - 50 µL | 4.0 °C/s | 3.7 °C/s | 3.1 °C/s | 208 mm x 260 mm x 206 mm | 2.8 °C/s | +/- 0,20 °C at 55 °C after 15 s | yes | 24 °C/0,1 °C | 12 rows 10 °C to 99 °C | no | Peltier elements | Down to 4 °C | Block Control | 3 - 99 °C | +/- 0,1 °C | Motorized lid with heating module, which is connected spring-loaded to the lid | 208 mm x 332 mm x 291 mm | 30 - 110 °C | Independent from the used consumable adjusted via software in the range of 4 kg to 12 kg. Typical standard settings: 8 kg to 10 kg | Sealing foils and mats | Motor-driven, direct compatible with full-skirted PCR plates. With optional Biometra TRobot II adapter frame also compatible with semi-skirted PCR plates with these dimensions: distance well tip to semi-skirt: 12 to 14 mm with 96-well aluminum block, 11 to 13 mm with 96 well silver block. | Low-profile and high-profile PCR plates with full-skirt, semi-skirt and without skirt | 1 - 240 s/cycle | +/- 0,1 °C to 20 °C per cycle | Controller (W x D x H, mm): 240 x 387 (444 incl. cable ports) x 139 | PCR module: 20 cm at the rear side. When operating several units side by side, an additional 10 cm between the units. Controller: 10 cm at the rear side |
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Biometra TRobot II 96 SG, 230 V |
Biometra Library (dll file) for integration into an automation system's scheduler software | Silver block with gold coating | 96 x 0,2 mL tubes, 96 well microplates or 8 well strips | 5 - 100 µL | 5.0 °C/s | 4.9 °C/s | 4.8 °C/s | 208 mm x 260 mm x 209 mm | 4.5 °C/s | +/- 0,15 °C at 55 °C after 15 s | yes | 30 °C/0,1 °C | 12 rows 10 °C to 99 °C | no | Peltier elements | Down to 4 °C | Block Control | 3 - 99 °C | +/- 0,1 °C | Motorized lid with heating module, which is connected spring-loaded to the lid | 208 mm x 332 mm x 291 mm | 30 - 110 °C | Independent from the used consumable adjusted via software in the range of 4 kg to 12 kg. Typical standard settings: 8 kg to 10 kg | Sealing foils and mats | Motor-driven, direct compatible with full-skirted PCR plates. With optional Biometra TRobot II adapter frame also compatible with semi-skirted PCR plates with these dimensions: distance well tip to semi-skirt: 12 to 14 mm with 96-well aluminum block, 11 to 13 mm with 96 well silver block. | Low-profile and high-profile PCR plates with full-skirt, semi-skirt and without skirt | 1 - 240 s/cycle | +/- 0,1 °C to 20 °C per cycle | Controller (W x D x H, mm): 240 x 387 (444 incl. cable ports) x 139 | PCR module: 20 cm at the rear side. When operating several units side by side, an additional 10 cm between the units. Controller: 10 cm at the rear side |
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Biometra TRobot II Controller 230 V |
240 x 387 (444 incl. cable ports) x 139 (W x D x H, mm) | 10 cm at the rear side | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Biometra TRobot II PCR Module 384 G |
208 x 260 x 209 (mm) | 20 cm to the rear. When operating several units side by side, an additional 10 cm between the units. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Biometra TRobot II PCR Module 96 G |
208 x 260 x 209 (mm) | 20 cm to the rear. When operating several units side by side, an additional 10 cm between the units. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Biometra TRobot II PCR Module 96 SG |
208 x 260 x 209 (mm) | 20 cm to the rear. When operating several units side by side, an additional 10 cm between the units. |
For more information about our products and possible variants, please refer to the technical documents or use our contact form.
Order Information
Order number |
Description |
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| 846-2-070-903 | Biometra TRobot II 384 G, 230 V, with 96 well aluminum block (0.2 mL) with gradient feature, controller, with signal and power supply cable and power cord, RS232 cable, tool for mechanical opening of the PCR module lid, Biometra TSuite application software (1 license) and Biometra Library for software integration, documentation (German, English) |
| 846-2-070-901 | Biometra TRobot II 96 G, 230 V, with 96 well aluminum block (0.2 mL) with gradient feature, controller, with signal and power supply cable and power cord, RS232 cable, tool for mechanical opening of the PCR module lid, Biometra TSuite application software (1 license) and Biometra Library for software integration, documentation (German, English) |
| 846-2-070-902 | Biometra TRobot II 96 SG, 230 V, with 96 well silver block (0.2 mL) with gradient feature, controller, with signal and power supply cable and power cord, RS232 cable, tool for mechanical opening of the PCR module lid, Biometra TSuite application software (1 license) and Biometra Library for software integration, documentation (German, English) |
| 846-2-070-904 | Biometra TRobot II Controller 230 V, with fixed signal and supply cables |
| 846-070-923 | Biometra TRobot II PCR Module 384 G, inclusive tool for mechanical opening of the lid in case of power failure |
| 846-070-921 | Biometra TRobot II PCR Module 96 G, inclusive tool for mechanical opening of the lid in case of power failure |
| 846-070-922 | Biometra TRobot II PCR Module 96 SG, inclusive tool for mechanical opening of the lid in case of power failure |
Technology Highlights
Smart Tune Lid concept
The unique arc-shaped opening movement has many advantages: In addition to a low instrument height, the sample block is completely accessible for the gripper from three sides. The vertical closing of the lid with software adjustable pressure on the sample plate ensures completely uniform conditions in all sample positions regardless of the height of the plate and sealing material. This feature ensures best reproducibility of results. The particularly robust and patent-pending single-motor mechanism is ideally designed for 24/7 use.
Smart release of plates
For a workflow without interruptions it is very important that the sample plate can be removed smoothly from the block. Since plates can get stuck on the block after long incubation at different temperatures, the Biometra TRobot II contains a patent-pending system with four small motor-driven plate lifters. When the lid is opened, they gently lift the plate out of the block and are then immediately recessed. This unique system is compatible with all full-skirted plates. A simple adapter frame is available for half-skirted plates.
Accessories
| Biometra TRobot II adapter frame for semi-skirted plates | 846-070-924 |
| USB2.0-to-RS232-adapter | 846-070-925 |
| Ethernet cable CAT 6 | 846-070-926 |
Software
Biometra TSuite
User-friendly software for operating thermal cyclers in a network
The Biometra TRobot II is completely controlled by external software – typically integrated into the robot software using corresponding driver files or via the Biometra TSuite computer software. This software offers a full range of functions for controlling the cycler, creating programs, managing the device and documenting its relevant states and actions in detail.
Encrypted data transmission ensures the integrity and security of your data. Various log files enable GMP-compliant use and, in the event of malfunction, help locate the cause of the error prior to a service visit. The number of addressable instruments is almost unlimited – up to 1,000 devices can be managed by the software.
The most important features at a glance:
- Control of one or up to 1,000 thermal cyclers connected in a network
- User-guided operation via context-sensitive editing fields and icons, thematically arranged in main areas and with dashboard view on the start screen
- Create, edit, run and export programsLive monitoring of programs
- Thermal cycler user management
- Saving and exporting various log files
- Performing a detailed thermal cycler self-test and readout of a service info file
- Creating backup files
- Data integrity ensured through encrypted data transfer
- Languages: English, German, Chinese
- Installation requirements: computer operating system Windows 8.1 or higher
- Compatible with the thermal cycler series Biometra TOne, Biometra TAdvanced, Biometra TRIO, Biometra TRobot II
| Product | Required | Included |
|---|---|---|
| Biometra TRobot II 384 G, 230 V (846-2-070-903) | ||
| Biometra TRobot II 96 G, 230 V (846-2-070-901) | ||
| Biometra TRobot II 96 SG, 230 V (846-2-070-902) | ||
| Biometra TRobot II PCR Module 384 G (846-070-923) | ||
| Biometra TRobot II PCR Module 96 G (846-070-921) | ||
| Biometra TRobot II PCR Module 96 SG (846-070-922) |
Biometra TSuite - Single License
Order number: 846-070-001
Multiple thermal cyclers, one place: Thanks to the Biometra TSuite software you can intuitively manage, program, and monitor multiple thermal cyclers from the comfort of your desk - regardless of how many you have or where they are located.
The Biometra TSuite thermal cycler management software gives you various possibilities to control and monitor your networked thermal cyclers from a computer. In the dashboard display, you can keep track of all important, current events and access active thermal cyclers directly. Through other windows, you can access detailed information on individual devices, programs, documentation files and general configuration options.
Benefit from many advantages in your everyday laboratory operations:
- Suitable for all current models: Biometra TOne, Biometra TAdvanced, Biometra TRIO, Biometra TRobot II
- Unlimited number of devices: Connect as many of your Biometra thermal cyclers as you want
- Flexible usage: Choose between a mobile single license or multiple network licenses.
- Compatible with existing devices: After a simple firmware update, you can use its full functionality.
| Product | Required | Included |
|---|---|---|
| Biometra TRobot II 384 G, 230 V (846-2-070-903) | ||
| Biometra TRobot II 96 G, 230 V (846-2-070-901) | ||
| Biometra TRobot II 96 SG, 230 V (846-2-070-902) | ||
| Biometra TRobot II Controller 230 V (846-2-070-904) | ||
| Biometra TRobot II PCR Module 384 G (846-070-923) | ||
| Biometra TRobot II PCR Module 96 G (846-070-921) | ||
| Biometra TRobot II PCR Module 96 SG (846-070-922) |
Consumables
| 844-70039-0 | 384 Well PCR Plate, full-skirted, white, suitable for automation - 100 pcs |
| 844-70039-10D | 384 Well PCR Plate, full-skirted, white, suitable for automation - 10 pcs |
| 844-70037-5D | 96 Well PCR Plate (0.2 mL; HP), half-skirted, white - 5 pcs |
| 844-70029-0 | 96 Well PCR Plate (0.2 mL; LP), full-skirted, white, suitable for automation - 100 pcs |
| 844-70038-10S | 96 Well PCR Plate (0.2 mL; LP), full-skirted, white - 10 pcs |
| 844-70038-S | 96 Well PCR Plate (0.2 ml; LP), full-skirted, white - 100 pcs |
| 844-70037-0 | 96 Well PCR Plate (0.2 mL; HP), half-skirted, white - 100 pcs |
| 844-70034-5D | 96 Well PCR Plate (0.2 mL; HP), half-skirted, transparent - 5 pcs |
| 844-70034-0 | 96 Well PCR Plate (0.2 mL; HP), half-skirted, transparent - 100 pcs |
| 844-70035-10D | 96 Well PCR Plate (0.2 mL; LP), full-skirted, transparent - 10 pcs |
| 844-70035-0 | 96 Well PCR Plate (0.2 mL; LP), full-skirted, transparent - 100 pcs |
| 844-70029-10D | 96 Well PCR Plate (0.2 mL; LP), full-skirted, white, suitable for automation - 10 pcs |
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