Automation Consumables for Liquid Handling | Hamilton Lab Solutions
Overview:
Hamilton consumables are purpose-built to support reliable and precise automated workflows, covering everything from liquid handling to reaction setup and waste management. Designed for seamless integration with automation platforms, these consumables ensure consistent performance, minimize contamination risks, and enhance overall workflow efficiency. The guide below organizes the portfolio by application, helping users quickly identify the most suitable consumables for their specific laboratory needs.
| Category | Workflow / Application | Recommended Consumables | Key Selection Criteria |
| Hamilton Tips | Automated liquid handling & pipetting | CO-RE / CO-RE II Tips, Filtered Tips, Non-filtered Tips, Wide Bore Tips, Low Retention Tips | Precision, sealing (CO-RE interface), contamination control (filters), liquid type (viscous/volatile), volume range |
| Entry / Exit Nested | High-throughput automated tip loading & unloading | Nested Tip Racks (Entry/Exit), Reload Systems | Throughput efficiency, reduced manual intervention, compatibility with automation deck, space optimization |
| Tubes and Racks | Sample handling during workflows | Processing Tubes, Tube Racks (automation-compatible), Tube Carriers | Tube format compatibility, automation handling (gripper-friendly), chemical resistance |
| Containers and Plates | Reaction setup & reagent handling | PCR Plates (96/384), Deep-well Plates, Reagent Reservoirs, Plate Adapters | Throughput (96 vs 384), volume capacity, evaporation control (seals), compatibility with modules (heater shaker) |
| Waste Consumables | Waste collection & disposal | Tip Waste Bags, Liquid Waste Containers, Biohazard Liners | Leak-proof design, biohazard safety, volume capacity, system compatibility |
