KingFisher Apex

KingFisher instruments automate extraction of DNA, RNA, protein, and cells by moving magnetic beads (not liquids), leading to clean extractions and enabling consistent results. Using a simple process (bind, wash, elute), KingFisher instruments can automate the extraction of any analyte of interest with a bead on it.

Kingfisher Apex is a new high-throughput sample purification system for automating nucleic acid, protein and cell purification. With a touchscreen display, allowing full control of the instrument to modify, create, and run the protocols. Downstream the purification process with dual and interchangeable magnet heads and with multiple formats (large to small volume ranges).

KingFisher Apex also aquipped with dual ultraviolet (UV) lamps to perform decontamination process to eliminate most bacterial and viral contaminants, ensure safety. In addition, KingFisher Apex can be connected to ThermoCloud for greater access and control. Conveniently save, transfer, or download protocols from (virtually) anywhere, using a cloud library, Local Area Network (LAN) file locations, USB, or even scan the barcode from kits. Generate run reports in PDF or XML format for ease of run tracking and LIMS incorporation.

Details

Category:
Life Science, Lab Instrument, Automated Purification and Extraction

Manufacture:
Thermo Scientific

Benefit

Touchscreen display. Easily edit or write protocols directly on the instrument
Instrument-defined limits reduce errors in any protocol modifications
Elute in lower volumes for demanding downstream applications
Purify 24 or 96 samples in 25-65 min
Control heating and cooling to maintain sample integrity
Elute in storage tubes and revisit samples later
Safeguard against contamination with 2 UV lights
Conveniently save, transfer, or download protocols from (virtually) anywhere, using a cloud library, Local Area Network (LAN) file locations, USB, or even scan the barcode from kits
Generate run reports in PDF or XML format for ease of run tracking and LIMS incorporation
Specialized tip combs and well design enable lower elution volumes, storage tube elution, and heating and cooling consistency
Lot-specific bar-codes confirm proper plate position during loading or may be used for lot tracking and documentation

Specification

Processing volume by plate	:	96-well format:
format		• Deep well: 15–1,000 μL
		• KingFisher standard: 15–200 μL
		• PCR: 10–80 μL
		24-well format:
		• Deep well: 30–5,000 μL
		Storage tubes:
		• 96 tubes: 30–200 μL
		• 24 tubes: 200–1,000 μL
Customizable protocols	:	Yes, created with instrument user interface or BindIx
		Software, which requires Microsoft™ Windows™ 10 Software
Heating and cooling ranges	:	Heating up to 100°C
		Cooling down to 4°”
Ultraviolet light	:	2 UV lamps, max 23 h 59 min
Dimensions (H x W x D)	:	45 x 78 x 59 cm (18 x 31 x 23 in.)
Weight	:	56 kg (123 lb)
Plate formats	:	96 deep-well plate, 96-well KingFisher standard plate,
		96-well PCR plate (skirted and semiskirted)*, 24 deep-well
		plate, 96 storage tubes, 24 storage tubes
Instrument memory	:	~30 GB
Display interface	:	Graphical user interface with touchscreen
Power	:	100–240 VAC 50/60 Hz, 280 VA
Bar code reading	:	On instrument; 1D barcodes
Magnetic head options	:	Interchangeable
Data connectivity	:	USB device for PC, USB Wi-Fi or LAN adapter for network,
		RS-232 for automation, cloud-enabled
Application	:	DNA for downstream analysis FFPE isolation Genetic testing Infectious disease and microbiome Liquid biopsy mRNA Plant DNA or RNA RNA for gene expression Immunoprecipitation Peptide mapping and quantitation Protein purification

Catalog no.

Catalog no.	Description
5400910	KingFisher Apex with 96 PCR Head
5400920	KingFisher Apex with 96 Combi Head
5400930	KingFisher Apex with 96 Deep Well Head
5400940	KingFisher Apex with 24 Deep Well Head

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