The pinnacle of automated purification for DNA, RNA, proteins, and cells
Building on decades of Thermo Fisher KingFisher value and excellence, we’ve combined unparalleled instrument capabilities with complete touchscreen and user control to deliver unrivaled flexibility and performance. Sample prep can be simple.
Touchscreen control
A modern touchscreen display and an intuitive interface puts you in control of operating the instrument.
- Easily edit or write protocols directly on the instrument.
- Customize protocols at every step—bind, wash, elute
- Option to work from your PC with BindIx software
- Rely on guided visuals for easy plate loading, protocol changes, and instrument set-up
- Instrument-defined limits reduce errors in any protocol modifications
Enhanced performance
Achieve peak performance for purifying DNA, RNA, Proteins, or Cells. We combined the trustworthy KingFisher performance with even greater flexibility, so you get faster and reproducible results with (almost) any application.
- Elute in lower volumes for demanding downstream applications
- Purify 24 or 96 samples in 25-65 min
- Control heating and cooling to maintain sample integrity
- Elute in storage tubes and revisit samples later
- Safeguard against contamination with 2 UV lights
Dual magnets and multiple formats
Install two magnets and heating blocks. KingFisher Apex intelligently selects the correct magnetic head based on your protocol needs. Work from large to small volume ranges by choosing from 24-well, 96-well, or PCR formats with corresponding magnetic heads and plates.
Cloud and network connectivity
Connect Apex to the cloud for even greater access and control.
- Conveniently save, transfer, or download protocols from (virtually) anywhere, using a cloud library, Local Area Network (LAN) file locations, USB, or even scan the barcode from kits
- Generate run reports in PDF or XML format for ease of run tracking and LIMS incorporation
Barcoded and optimized plastics
Thought it was just a plastic plate? Think again. We’ve engineered our plastics to achieve optimal performance, reduce errors, and increase traceability.
- Specialized tip combs and well design enable lower elution volumes, storage tube elution, and heating and cooling consistency
- Lot-specific bar-codes confirm proper plate position during loading or may be used for lot tracking and documentation
Multiple applications
KingFisher Apex supports a wide variety of applications with a wide range of validated protocols with from trusted reagents.
Technical specifications
| Processing volume by plate format | 96 format:
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| Customizable protocols | Yes, created with instrument user interface or BindIx PC Software, which requires Windows 10 (version 1809 or higher) |
| Heating and cooling ranges | Heating up to 100°C Cooling down to 4°C |
| Ultraviolet light | 2 UV lamps, max run time 23 h 59 min |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 45 x 78 x 59 cm (18 x 31 x 79 in) |
| Weight | 56 kg (123 lbs) |
| Plate formats | 96 deep-well plate, 96-well KingFisher standard plate, 96-well PCR plate (skirted and semiskirted)*, 24 deep-well plate, 96 storage tubes*, 24 storage tubes* |
| Instrument memory | ~30GB |
| Display interface | Graphical user interface with touch screen |
| Power | 100-240 VAC 50/60 Hz, 280 VA |
| Barcode reading | On instrument; 1D barcodes |
| Magnetic head options | 4 options, customer interchangeable |
| Data connectivity | USB device for PC, USB Wi-Fi or LAN adapter for network, RS-232 for automation, cloud-enabled |
* Recommended versions: Thermo Scientific Armadillo PCR plates (skirted: Cat. No. AB2396, semiskirted: Cat. No. AB2496). Thermo Scientific Nunc storage tubes (96 tubes: Cat. No. 374086, 24 tubes: Cat. No. 364323).
For Research Use Only. Not for use in diagnostic procedures.
