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AquaMax – Microplate Washer

Microplate washers for biochemical and cell-based assays

Efficient cell washing with minimal cell loss and optimal assay performance

The AquaMax® Microplate Washer is a fully self-contained system, configurable for both 96- and 384-well microplates. Use preconfigured wash, soak, and aspiration protocols or create your own multi-step protocol using the simple touchscreen interface. For biochemical assays, the washer removes unbound material and unreacted reagents. For cell-based assays, the washer has the option for 96- or 384-well cell wash heads with angled pins to allow extremely gentle washing of weakly adherent cell types.

Install easily

The washer does not require external pumps or a computer to operate, minimizing bench space. Interchangeable wash heads can be installed in seconds without tools, calibration, or alignment.

Eliminate plate indexing

Aspiration and dispensing of 96- and 384-wells occur simultaneously in all wells leading to high-precision assays and faster microplate processing without mechanical plate indexing or quadrant processing.

Run multiple wash protocols

Two- or four-fluid inlets with matching color-coded tubing facilitate quick assembly of the buffer and solution bottles and allow multiple wash protocols to be run without switching bottles.

Save time and money with a microplate reader and washer bundle

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Get more data, and decrease time to discovery with an automated microplate washer and reader solution

  • The SpectraMax® Multi-Mode Microplate Reader provide great flexibility and include absorbance, fluorescence and luminescence with configurable options for TRF and FP and more.
  • SoftMax Pro Software is an industry-leading acquisition and analysis software with over 160 ready-to-run protocols, powerful data analysis, and a range of data output options.
  • AquaMax® Microplate Washer is a fully self-contained system, configurable for both 96- and 384-well microplates.

GxP Compliance Solutions – Assure data integrity and compliance for GMP/GLP laboratories.

Our comprehensive suite of proven compliance solutions for GMP/GLP labs can advance your efforts to quickly and confidently establish a compliant laboratory.

  • Best-in-class SpectraMax Microplate Readers and Washers
  • Industry-leading SoftMax Pro GxP Software – our most secure software to achieve full FDA 21 CFR Part 11 compliance
  • IQ/OQ/PM Services preserve instrument documentation in a digital and compliant format
  • Software Installation & Validation Services verify and document that required components are installed to operational specification
  • SpectraTest Validation Plates and Recertification Services tests the performance of your microplate reader to ISO 17025 standards
General specifications
Dimensions (in.) 8.3 (H) x 18.3 (W) x 20.3 (D)
Dimensions (cm) 21 (H) x 46.6 (W) x 51.7 (D)
Power Supply Auto-switching
Weight (instrument) 40.8 lbs. (18.5 kg)
Wash head PET (polyethylene terephthalate), 304 stainless steel
Liquid contact materials Nylon, Polypropylene, Teflon, Polyethylene, Stainless Steel, and Silicone
Compatible microplates SBS-conforming 96- and 384-well; flat, U-, or V-bottom plates
Liquid inlets 2 or 4
Outlets Waste to drain or vented container
Interface connections USB and proprietary StakMax connect
Shake options 3 speeds Up to 600 sec. max.
Regulatory certifications cTUVus mark
Performance Specifications
Precision (96-well) < 4% CV @ 300 µL
Precision (384-well) ≤ 3% CV @ 100 µL
Washing times 96 wash head, 300 µL/well Single cycle: 11 sec. Three cycles: 26 sec.
Washing times 384 wash head, 100 µL/well Single cycle: 12 sec. Three cycles: 28 sec.
FastWash times (optimized for speed) 96 Wash Head, 300 µL/well, three cycles: 14 sec. 384 Wash Head, 100 µL/well, three cycles 16 sec.
Process time with integrated, optional StakMax® Microplate Handling System (Fast Wash, 96 Wash Head, 300 µL/well, three cycles) < 13 min. for 20 plates
Wash volume 100-3000 µL
Residual volume, 96 ≤ 5 µL
Residual volume, 384 ≤ 2 µL
Dispense volumes 10-400 µL per well

Trouble-free operation

Comprehensive cleaning protocols can be activated at the touch of a button for trouble-free operation. A standby feature keeps the washer primed and probe tips submersed in buffer for instant startup.

Versatility

Precise dispense and aspiration control allow processing without cell disruption. Fast sequential, continuous, and bottom washing options reduce wash times to a minimum.

Flexibility

By using automatically-detected, interchangeable 96 and 384 wash heads, the AquaMax washer configures easily to meet current and future, higher-density microplate application requirements.

Automation

The washer is easy to integrate with the latest automation tools. It is compatible with the Molecular Devices StakMax® Microplate Stacker and many robotic plate handlers.