Hamilton MICROLAB STAR Liquid Handler with CO-RE II Span-8 & 96-Channel Dispensing Head, CO-RE Gripper, Autoloader with Venus 6

Internal part number 65118

Up for sale is a Hamilton MICROLAB STAR Liquid Handler with CO-RE II (VENUS 6) Span-8 & 96-Channel Dispensing Head, CO-RE Gripper, Autoloader

• Modifications available
• Serviced & in Stock
• Current Model (made in 2021 or 2022)
• COMES WITH VENUS 6 and CORE II Upgraded Tips 
• Technical sales consultation available
• Includes Continental US 120 Days Warranty & 60 Days International

Optional Services

• Optional on-site setup and training are available
• Optional extension to a full 1-YEAR warranty within the continental US
• Optional Artel volume verification services are available
• Optional Method/Assay development consulting and instrument programming are available 

Service Highlights

•  Preventive Maintenance (PM) Included
•  Instrument stress testing performed

Configuration Highlights

• Includes CO-RE II Span-8 Arm, CO-RE II 96 Head, CO-RE Gripper, and Barcode/Autoloader

As configured, this Hamilton MICROLAB STAR Liquid Handler will include the following:

• Hamilton Microlab STAR Liquid Handler System
• CO-RE II Span-8 (8 tip arm capable of 1ul-1000ul transfers on each channel)
• CO-RE II 96-Multichannel 1000ul dispensing head
• CO-RE Gripper attachments and holder
• Autoloader with trays
• Multichannel Waste Chute
• Hamilton Microlab STAR Liquid Handler Table
• Monitor/Keyboard/Mouse Arm
• Windows 11 PC Running Venus 6.2 Software
• Power and Communication Cables

As configured, this Hamilton MICROLAB STAR Liquid Handler has the following capabilities:

• High-precision, reproducible automated liquid handling using CO-RE II technology.
• CO-RE II Span-8 arm with independent channel spacing for flexible handling of plates and tubes.
• CO-RE II 96-channel multichannel dispensing head enables rapid, single-step transfers of up to 1000 µL from plates or reservoirs to plates.
• Automated labware movement of plates and tip racks across the deck via CO-RE gripper.
• Autoloader with integrated barcoding for unattended operation and sample tracking during methods and assays.
• Integrated multichannel waste chute for efficient automated tip disposal.
• Method creation, scheduling, and system control using Hamilton Venus software.
• Capable of plate-to-plate, reservoir-to-plate, and tube-to-plate liquid transfers.
• Configured for disposable tips to help prevent cross-contamination between samples.
• Support for standard labware formats including microplates, deep-well plates, reservoirs, and tube racks.

Customizations are available to fit this instrument to your application/assay (inquire for pricing and availability)

• Additional deck carrier positions are available
• Shaking, cooling, and heating positions
• Magnetic extraction and vacuum positions
• Hamilton Plate Sealers
• On-Deck Thermal Cycler by Inheco

Please note integration of any non-oem devices will require the purchase of an appropriate driver from Hamilton.

This applies to any Inheco devices. 

It can be configured to accommodate various dispensing applications and custom assays:

• Sample Preparation
• PCR Setup
• Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) Library Preparation
• Cell Culture and Cell-Based Assays
• High-Throughput Screening
• ELISA
• Protein Purification and Crystallization
• Drug Discovery and Development
• Biomarker Research
• Genomics and Proteomics

The Hamilton MICROLAB STAR Liquid Handler Overview:

• Automated liquid handling system designed for flexible single- and multichannel workflows.
• Supports low- to high-volume liquid transfers using independently controlled channels.
• Enables rapid full-plate dispensing for efficient high-throughput processing.
• Provides automated movement and positioning of plates and labware on the deck.
• Allows unattended operation through automated labware loading and staging.
• Uses disposable tips to help minimize cross-contamination and support reliable results.

WHY DO CUSTOMERS MAKING CRITICAL LAB PURCHASES CHOOSE TO ORDER LIQUID HANDLERS FROM US?

They want access to technical consultation before purchase to ensure compatibility, workflow integration, and software requirements are aligned with their application.

They want the option to receive extended warranty and service agreements backed by technicians trained on the exact model family.

They want to ensure the system has undergone full preventive maintenance, including seal replacement, lead screw lubrication, and repeatability testing of motion systems under stress conditions that surpass standard industry practices.

They want assurance that the instrument can pass third-party validation, such as Artel MVS volume verification.

They want assurance that the liquid handler maintains volumetric accuracy and precision across ranges that meet individual lab requirements.

They want confidence that the system will be custom-configured to their protocol requirements, including tip types, deckware, and equally tested accessories for integration.

They want to work with equipment dealers that are partnered with and recommended by experienced assay developers in the field.

They want to ensure their unit will be professionally crated and stabilized with custom packaging to prevent impact damage to motors, actuators, or pipetting heads during shipment.

They want peace of mind, knowing their instrument is backed by a warranty from a company that can stand behind it.

Our Advantage

• We have experience servicing and repairing these instruments.
• This instrument goes through all the described service steps before shipping.  see the questions section below  
• We offer detailed photos and videos of the instruments you buy.
• We are an approved pre-owned equipment vendor to many large US, Canadian, and EU Universities.
• We are an approved pre-owned equipment vendor to many Fortune 500 US and International Biopharma companies. 
• Technical sales consultation available
• Remote installation and instrument operation training may be available.
• On-site installation may be available in the Boston Area (New England area)
• US or International shipping is no problem (see the shipping tab on how we pack and feel at ease)

Our Guarantee

• Warranty
• An extended warranty may be available
• You get after-sales technical support
• Customer references are available
• The instrument will be fully functional!
• Smooth process from the initial quote to order fulfillment

This will ship via freight. Please contact us with your zip code to obtain a shipping quote.

LO Long Crate

850#

PLEASE NOTE THAT THE QUESTIONS BELOW ARE ANSWERED IN MORE THOROUGH DETAIL ON OUR WEBSITE

Q: Can I view this instrument in person at your facility or do a live Zoom demo before it is shipped to me?
A: We can accommodate both in-person or Zoom demos.

Q: What about the warranty?
A: The instrument comes fully warranted for both parts and labor.

Q: Do you offer installation, service, etc?
A: We offer remote installation and training packages to familiarize you with this instrument.

Q: What should I watch out for when buying a used/pre-owned instrument from another lab?
A: Ensure that the instrument is in good working condition with no damage or wear that could affect its performance. Ask for details about testing steps performed, video demo, and test screenshots.

Q: Do you have more than one of these instruments on hand?
A: We generally carry multiple instruments on hand, along with a variety of spare parts.

Q: This procurement is for a University or College. Are purchase orders with NET terms accepted?
A: We accept purchase orders from all major US and Canadian universities.

Q: How fast will you ship?
A: We can ship within a few days to two weeks. Shipping time depends on the current demand for our instruments. Members of our sales team will be able to offer current delivery estimates.

Q: Will my instrument be insured during shipping?
A: Absolutely! We insure all our shipments as long as we are the shipper.  If a customer ships on their account, they handle insurance.

Q: How do you pack? Have you previously packed and shipped the fragile laboratory instruments?
A: We have extensive experience shipping high-end and complex laboratory instruments in the US and Internationally.  

Q: Do you ship Internationally?
A: Yes! We have shipped to multiple continents and over 30 countries. 

Q: How much will I save buying it pre-owned, and is it worth it?
A: When compared to buying a new instrument, you will save 60% or more and have plenty of funds left over for an additional instrument or two.