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The innovative QIAcube uses advanced technology to process QIAGEN spin columns, enabling seamless integration of automated, low-throughput sample prep into the laboratory workflow. No change of purification chemistry is required, assuring fast startup and immediate results. All steps in the purification procedure are fully automated up to 12 samples can be processed per run.
Automation of trusted QIAGEN spin-column kits
Elimination of manual processing steps
Purification of DNA, RNA, or proteins
More free time with affordable automated processing
Standardized results and increased productivity
The QIAcube is designed to perform fully automated purification of nucleic acids and proteins in molecular biology applications. The system is intended for use by professional users, such as technicians and physicians trained in molecular biological techniques and the operation of the QIAcube.
The QIAcube performs fully automated processing of up to 12 samples. The instrument controls integrated components including a centrifuge, heated shaker, pipetting system, and robotic gripper. The QIAcube is preinstalled with various protocols for processing QIAGEN spin columns for purification of RNA, genomic DNA, plasmid DNA, viral nucleic acids, or proteins, plus DNA and RNA cleanup. The user selects a protocol using the touchscreen, and loads plasticware, samples, and reagents onto the QIAcube worktable. The user then closes the instrument door and starts the protocol, which provides all necessary commands for sample lysis and purification using QIAGEN spin columns. A fully automated load check helps to ensure correct loading of the worktable.
The range of protocols available is continually expanding, and additional QIAGEN protocols can be downloaded free of charge at www.qiagen.com/MyQIAcube.
Manufacturer's Specifications:
Feature
Specifications
Altitude Up to 2000 m
Centrifuge 12,000 x g maximum, swing-out rotor with 12 positions, maximum 45
Humidity Relative humidity of 10-75% (noncondensing)
Instrument dimensions 650 x 620 x 570 mm
Kits designed for this instrument Most QIAGEN manual kits (e.g., QIAamp, QIAquick, QIAprep)
Operating temperature 18-28C
Overvoltage category II
Pipetting system Syringe size 1 ml, pipetting range 5-900 l
Place of operation for indoor use only
Pollution level 2
Processing Automated
Protocols/main application on this instrument DNA purification, RNA purification, protein purification
Samples per run (throughput) 112 samples per run
Shaker Speed 100-2000 rpm, amplitude 2 mm, heating range of room temperature to 70C, ramp-up time of <5 min from room temperature to 55C (+/-)3C)
Software QIAGEN protocols are preinstalled on the QIAcube or can be downloaded at www.qiagen.com/MyQIAcube
Storage temperature 15C to 30C in manufacturer's package
Technical data of the instrument 70.5 kg
Technology Depends on kit used
Touchscreen Transmissive TFT, 64 x 86 x 65 mm, white LED backlight, high brightness
Transportation temperature-25C to 50C in manufacturer's package
Additional Prep Fees May Apply