This article contains working area diagrams, calculations to determine maximum labware heights based on pipette, and instructions on how to use the X/Y/Z coordinates in a Python API protocol. Read More

This article provides answers to frequently asked questions about using tip racks in protocols. Read More

The OT-2 is built to cover a wide range of biological applications, many of which require a clean environment to ensure success. Read More

This article provides detailed instructions on how to simulate protocols on your computer, without having to be connected to a robot at all. Read More

This article was primarily written for OT-2 users with multiple modules of the same type. However, these instructions can be followed by anyone wanting to run a module without connecting it to a robot. Read More

Each robot comes pre-installed with Jupyter Notebook, which can be accessed in your preferred web browser. This tool enables you to perform advanced tasks, including the ability to control the robot outside of the Opentrons App, simulate protocols, and upload, download, and access files on the OT-2. Read More

The Protocol Timer allows you to estimate how long protocols should take before running them. It is compatible with both Protocol Designer and Python API protocols, and can be used in software versions 4.6 and later. Read More

The following are rough estimates of how much power the OT-2 and hardware modules consume. If you need to know the true power consumption of your system, you can use a power meter while your protocol is… Read More

This article contains diagrams and basic information about motor specifications for the OT-2 robot and GEN2 pipettes. Read More

This article serves as a visual guide to the various parts of your OT-2 robot and pipettes. Read More