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KingFisher Automated Purification Instruments

Each benchtop KingFisher purification instrument is designed for processing at different throughput levels, volume ranges, and samples per run. Decide which automated purification system is right for your laboratory research or testing.

KingFisher instrument

Duo Prime


Flex

Apex

Presto
Instrument size Compact benchtop Benchtop Benchtop Benchtop—integrates with robotic liquid handler
Throughput level Low to medium Medium to high Medium to high Ultrahigh
Processing volume range 
  • 50-1,000 μL: 12-pin magnet head
  • 200-5,000 μL: 6-pin magnet head
  • 20-100 μL: 96-well PCR plate, skirted
  • 20-200 μL: 96-well plate
  • 50-1,000 μL: 96 deep-well plate
  • 200-5,000 μL: 24 deep-well plate
  • 15-1,000 μL: 96 deep-well plate
  • 15-200 μL: 96-well KingFisher standard plate
  • 10-80 μL: 96-well PCR plate
  • 30-5,000 μL: 24 deep-well plate
  • 30-200 μL: 96 storage tubes
  • 200-1,000 μL: 24 storage tubes
  • 50-1,000 μL: 96 deep-well plate
  • 200-5,000 μL; 24 deep-well plate
  • 50-150 μL: 96-well KingFisher standard plate
Samples per run 6 or 12 24 or 96 24 or 96 24 or 96
Customizable protocols Yes, with PC software Yes, with PC software Yes, with touchscreen or PC software Yes, with PC software
Heating/cooling 
  • 10°C to 75°C (plate row block A)
  • 4°C to 75°C (elution strip block)
  • From 5°C above ambient temperature to 115°C
  • From 4°C above ambient temperature to 100°C
  • Cooling down to 4°C
  • From 5°C above ambient temperature to 115°C
Ultraviolet lamp 8 watts (up to 16 hr) No 2 UV lamps, max 23 h 59 min No
Size 40 x 46 x 34 cm; 15.7 x 18.1 x 13.4 in. (W x D x H) 68 x 60 x 38 cm; 26.77 x 23.6 x 14.96 in. (W x D x H) 78 x 59 x 45 cm; 31 x 23 x 18 in. (W x D x H) 36 x 46.5 x 40 cm; 14.2 x 18.3 x 15.7 in. (W x D x H)
Weight 17 kg; 37.5 lbs. 28 kg; 62 lbs. 56 kg; 123 lbs. 24.0 kg; 52.9 lbs.
Ordering information
  • KingFisher Duo Prime Purification System 5400110
  • KingFisher Flex Purification System with 96 PCR Head 5400610 
  • KingFisher Flex Purification System with 96 Head 5400620
  • KingFisher Flex Purification System with 24 Deep-Well Head 5400640 
  • KingFisher Flex Purification System with 96 Deep-Well Head 5400630
  • KingFisher Apex with 96 PCR head 5400910
  • KingFisher Apex with 96 Combi head 5400920
  • KingFisher Apex with 96 DW head 5400930
  • KingFisher Apex with 24 Combi head 5400940
  • KingFisher Presto Purification System with 24 Deep-Well Head. 5400840 
  • KingFisher Presto Purification System with 96 Deep-Well Head. 5400830

The main differences are throughput, the number of samples per run, and the way the models handle the plates and process.

  • The KingFisher Duo Prime (low/medium throughput), meant for small labs and individual researchers, processes up to 12 samples per run
  • The KingFisher Flex (medium/high throughput), the standalone laboratory workhorse, processes up to 96 samples per run and is ideal for high-throughput SARS-CoV-2 testing
  • The KingFisher Apex is similar in specifications to the KingFisher Flex, but redesigned with additional capabilities for peak performance, adaptability, and usability such as a barcode scanner, a cooling block, and a UV decontamination lamp
  • The fully automated KingFisher Presto (ultrahigh throughput), meant for high-volume labs, also processes up to 96 samples per run, but integrates with a robotic liquid handler

Which KingFisher purification system is right for you?

KingFisher instruments are versatile sample preparation instruments in the lab, and are elegantly designed to support multiple applications.  

Various throughputs—process 6–96 samples per run depending on the instrument model
 

Interchangeable formats—choose 24- or 96-well plates so you can process a wide range of input volumes

Protocol customization—easily edit, modify, or create new protocols
 

Optimized reagents—compatible with multiple magnetic-bead reagents

KingFisher Automated Sample Transfer Systems

Automate labor-intensive steps such as de-capping and pipetting test tubes using the KingFisher SpeciTRAX Sample Transfer system. Lab automation instruments are designed to reduce touch time and free up technicians when processing samples at high-throughput volumes.

KingFisher instrument
SpeciTRAX

Sizing information

Instrument dimensions

7 ft (L) x 5.5 ft (W)

2.1 m (L) x 1.5 m (W)

Clearance space

7.1 ft (H)

2.1 m (H)

Weight

1200 lbs

550 kg

Electrical requirements

Power

120/240V

Hz

50/60 Hz

Power consumption

1000 VA

Operating environment

Temperature

19–25°C (66.2–77°F)

Relative humidity

20–80% RH, non-condensing

Atmospheric pressure

80–106 kPa

Functions

Integrate multiple functions, including decapping, recapping, barcode identification, automated liquid transfer, HEPA-filtration and negative pressure protection

Throughput

 192 samples/40 min

Pipetting precision

Pipetting method

Based on the principle of air displacement, liquid level detection

Volume range

10–1,000 µL

Precision (%CV)

10 μL: ≤ 0.1%

100 μL: ≤ 0.2%

1,000 μL: ≤ 2.5%

Accuracy (%DEV)

10 μL: ≤ ±1.7%

100 μL: ≤ ±2.9%

1,000 μL: ≤ ±9.9%

Robot arm accuracy

 x, y, z: ±0.1 mm

Barcode scanner

4 scanner sensors, supports both 1D and 2D barcodes
Protection

UV light

36 W

Supply and exhaust air filter

ISO 5, HEPA 99.995% at 0.3 µm, negative pressure system

Tube compatibility

Universal fit. Excellent fit on 5 mL and 10 mL transport tubes with screw caps.

For Research Use Only. Not for use in diagnostic procedures.