Opentrons logo
Cancel

This is my archive

Get started: Choose which protocol method is right for you

Choose between Protocol Designer, which is best for basic workflows and requires no coding, or Python API, which offers unlimited control and customization and requires Python proficiency. Read More

Get started: Check what’s included with your OT-2

See which parts and accessories included in OT-2 robot orders. These include tools required for setup, spare parts for common maintenance and repair, and accessories that can be used to attach labware to the robot. Read More

Get started: Calibrate tip length and pipette offset

Learn how to perform tip length and pipette offset calibration for each pipette attached to your OT-2. Read More

Get started: Calibrate the deck

Learn how to calibrate the deck of your OT-2. Read More

Get started: Attach pipettes

Learn how to attach pipettes to your OT-2. Read More

What does the blue light on the robot do?

The blue light on the front of the OT-2 is a status indicator and will be illuminated while the robot is powered on. Read More

Using the OT-2’s camera

The OT-2 has a camera built in to its chassis, positioned to get a view of the deck. It has a resolution of 640x480px for still images and 320x240px for video. Read More

Using Python packages in Python API protocols

To use most Python packages in a protocol, they will need to be manually installed on your OT-2. If you’re writing protocols in our Python API, and you want to take advantage of the full power of Python, you might want to import… Read More

Using CSV input data in Python protocols

CSV files can store a table of values. They can be used for tasks like specifying liquid volumes across a well plate. Read More

Uploading files through Jupyter Notebook

Jupyter Notebook can be used to quickly upload, download, and access files on the OT-2. Each robot comes pre-installed with Jupyter Notebook, which can be accessed in your preferred web browser. Read More