Description

Benchtop DNA Extraction Analyzer – Thermo Scientific KingFisher Flex

The Benchtop DNA Extraction Analyzer – Thermo Scientific KingFisher Flex – automates the extraction and purification of DNA, RNA, proteins and cells. This versatile laboratory system uses magnetic-particle technology to deliver consistent sample purification with minimal hands-on processing. Laboratories can choose 24- or 96-well configurations to match different sample volumes and throughput requirements.

The KingFisher Flex provides a flexible solution for forensic science, genomics, molecular biology, proteomics, research and laboratory quality-control applications. Its automated workflow helps laboratories increase throughput while maintaining consistent sample processing.

Benchtop DNA Extraction Analyzer for Automated Sample Preparation

The Benchtop DNA Extraction Analyzer uses magnetic beads to capture, wash and release target material during the purification process.

The KingFisher Flex moves magnetic particles between processing plates instead of transferring liquids through traditional manual extraction stages. This approach reduces repetitive pipetting and helps laboratories standardise their purification workflow.

The instrument supports purification of:

• DNA
• RNA
• Nucleic acids
• Proteins
• Cells
• Other compatible magnetic-particle purification targets

Thermo Scientific KingFisher Flex 24 and 96 Sample Formats

The KingFisher Flex supports interchangeable magnetic heads for 24- and 96-well processing formats.

For higher-throughput workflows, the 96-format configuration processes up to 96 samples per run. The 24-well configuration supports larger sample volumes of up to 5 mL per well, making it useful when laboratories need greater input volume or increased purified-product yield.

This flexibility allows one benchtop extraction platform to support both medium- and high-throughput laboratory workflows.

Automated DNA and RNA Extraction

The Benchtop DNA Extraction Analyzer can streamline DNA and RNA purification before downstream analysis.

Researchers can integrate purified nucleic acids into workflows such as:

• PCR and qPCR
• DNA sequencing
• Genotyping
• Forensic DNA analysis
• Molecular biology research
• Biomarker research
• Veterinary testing workflows
• Genomics
• Proteomics
• Quality-control procedures

The open system also supports compatible magnetic-particle-based purification kits, giving laboratories greater flexibility when developing extraction protocols.

Magnetic Particle Purification Technology

The Thermo Scientific KingFisher Flex uses automated magnetic separation technology to handle magnetic particles throughout the purification process.

The system controls the collection, mixing, washing and release of magnetic particles during each programmed protocol. Automation reduces operator intervention and helps improve workflow consistency between batches.

Laboratories can also create or modify protocols to suit compatible extraction and purification applications.

Why Use a KingFisher Flex Benchtop Extraction System?

Laboratories often need to process increasing numbers of samples while controlling hands-on time and maintaining repeatable workflows.

The KingFisher Flex addresses these requirements through automated magnetic-particle processing. It can help reduce manual extraction steps, increase sample throughput and standardise routine purification procedures.

Its compact benchtop format also allows laboratories to add automated extraction capability without installing a large robotic liquid-handling platform.

Forensic DNA Extraction Applications

The KingFisher Flex also supports forensic laboratory workflows. Automated nucleic acid purification can help laboratories prepare DNA extracts for subsequent quantification, amplification, STR analysis and other validated forensic DNA procedures.

The platform can support laboratories handling multiple samples where repeatable processing and controlled extraction workflows remain important.

Key Features

The Benchtop DNA Extraction Analyzer – KingFisher Flex offers:

• Automated magnetic-particle purification
• DNA and RNA extraction
• Protein and cell purification
• 24- and 96-well processing formats
• Up to 96 samples per run
• Processing volumes up to 5 mL with the 24-well format
• Interchangeable magnetic heads
• Medium- to high-throughput sample processing
• Programmable purification protocols
• Reduced manual sample handling
• Consistent laboratory workflows
• Compact benchtop configuration
• Applications in genomics, proteomics and forensic science

What Is the Thermo Scientific KingFisher Flex?

The Thermo Scientific KingFisher Flex is an automated benchtop purification instrument. It uses magnetic-particle technology to extract and purify DNA, RNA, proteins and cells from compatible sample preparation workflows.

How Many Samples Can the KingFisher Flex Process?

The system supports 24- and 96-well configurations. The 96-format setup can process up to 96 samples during one run, while the 24-well format accommodates larger processing volumes.

What Is the KingFisher Flex Used For?

Laboratories use the KingFisher Flex for automated nucleic acid and biomolecule purification. Applications include DNA extraction, RNA purification, genomics, proteomics, forensic research, biomarker discovery, quality control and molecular biology.

Product Summary

Product: Benchtop DNA Extraction Analyzer
Manufacturer: Thermo Scientific
Model: KingFisher Flex
Technology: Automated magnetic-particle purification
Sample formats: 24- and 96-well
Maximum throughput: Up to 96 samples per run
Purification targets: DNA, RNA, proteins and cells
Installation: Laboratory benchtop
Applications: Forensics, genomics, proteomics, molecular biology, research and quality control

 

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