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The Opentrons® OT-2 is a high-precision, open-source liquid handler designed to be easy for scientists to use and flexible enough to automate many application workflows. This robot and its accompanying automation platform are used to automate hundreds of protocols and workflows in genomics, proteomics, cell-based assays, and drug discovery.
The OT-2 has a user-friendly, plug and play graphical interface to design protocols compatible with any ANSI/SBS compliant or automation friendly labware. The base model includes an Opentrons GEN2 Single-Channel Pipette; you can also use up to two pipettes at the same time. Additional pipettes can be purchased separately and are easily interchangeable by the user. Consumables and other labware are sold separately.
Prices listed here are valid in the US and select other territories. Please get in touch with your local team for pricing for your territory.
63 cm x 57 cm x 66 cm / 25 in x 22.5 in x 26 in (W,D,H)
Takes up half of your standard lab bench
48 kg or 105.8 lb
Single- and 8-channel pipetting
2 pipette mounts, for a configuration of 1 or 2 single- or 8-channel pipettes. Pipettes are easily interchangeable.
Single-channel: 1-1000 µL
8-channel: 1-300 µL
11 deck slots enable countless configurations
Deck slots are compatible with standard SBS dimensions.
Deck also includes a removable trash bin.
WiFi 2.4 GHz IEEE 802.11b/g/n, USB 2.0
Integrated video camera (Included for future or custom functionality)
Integrated audio system (Included for future or custom functionality)
Robot Power Input: 36 VDC, 6.1 A
Power Adapter Input: 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 4.0 A/115 VAC, 2.0 A/230 VAC
For additional power requirement information, please review this support article
Rigid steel and CNC aluminum design
Recommended 20-24 °C
Recommended 40-60% RH
Full polycarbonate enclosure designed to limit exposure. The OT-2 is not a sterile environment
Add the Opentrons HEPA Module, or add your own UV lights
For best practices on automating viscous liquid handling, review our application note
Interfaces with any product that has an API
Opentrons software is open-source and users can make adjustments to the software as needed to interface with other products. While all integrations are possible, they all require custom code work i.e. most customers will need to write custom libraries and install software packages that are not shipped with the robot.
Windows 10, macOS 10.10 or later, Ubuntu 12.04 or later.
Use Opentrons Tips
Opentrons guarantees the performance of Opentrons Tips which were specifically designed for the OT-2. The OT-2 was designed to accommodate all universal bore tip types, but tip quality and dimensions can vary significantly so third party tip performance cannot be guaranteed by Opentrons.
Use common labware already in our Labware Library, or add your own. If your labware fits on the OT-2 but is not in the Labware Library, it can be added by you using our Labware Creator, or by our team.
One year warranty against manufacturer defects
Stress tested to last a minimum of 3 years of full-time use
60 day, 100% risk free
Certifications complete (CE, FCC, NRTL, CB, ISO 9001)
Not certified/validated (IVD, GMP)
Tip Handling
OT-2 robot
Calibration block
Removable block
Trash container
Quickstart guide
Power supply and regional IEC cable
Ethernet cable
Ethernet-to-USB dongle
Tool kit