High-precision automated liquid handling platform using air displacement technology
The Hamilton Microlab STAR is a benchmark automated liquid handling workstation renowned for its patented compressed O-ring expansion (CO-RE) pipetting accuracy and reliability in clinical and biopharma labs.
Patented CO-RE technology ensuring precise tip attachment and liquid level detection (cLLD)Configurable with 4, 8, or 16 independent pipetting channels and 96/384 multi-probe headsVENUS software suite allowing modular scripting and dynamic sample trackingComprehensive barcode tracking and LIMS integration
The Hamilton Microlab STAR is a benchmark automated liquid handling workstation renowned for its patented compressed O-ring expansion (CO-RE) pipetting accuracy and reliability in clinical and biopharma labs.
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Key Features
Patented CO-RE technology ensuring precise tip attachment and liquid level detection (cLLD)
Configurable with 4, 8, or 16 independent pipetting channels and 96/384 multi-probe heads
VENUS software suite allowing modular scripting and dynamic sample tracking
Comprehensive barcode tracking and LIMS integration
Academic Context & Research Evidence
Biological & Workflow Fit
Biological Application
High-throughput DNA/RNA extraction, biobanking, and ELISA automation
Research Workflow
Sample preparation and automated liquid transfers in 96 and 384-well microplates
Compute & Hardware
Integrated Windows PC with Hamilton VENUS software
Use this citation format when referencing Hamilton Microlab STAR in scientific publications and benchmark papers.
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title = {{Hamilton Microlab STAR}},
author = {{Hamilton Company}},
year = {2026},
url = {https://www.hamiltoncompany.com/automated-liquid-handling/platforms/microlab-star},
note = {Indexed on aibioatlas - AI for Biology and Drug Discovery}
}
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Technical / Product Information
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Entry typeLaboratory Hardware
Access modeCommercial Purchase
AI roleRobotic Liquid Dispensing
Input dataNot recorded
Output dataNot recorded
Licence conditionsCommercial purchase and maintenance agreement
Commercial eligibilityCommercial hardware
Compute requirementsIntegrated Windows PC with Hamilton VENUS software
ValidationNot recorded
TypeAutomated liquid handling workstation
Intended useNot recorded
CompatibilityNot recorded
ManufacturerHamilton Company
Biological applicationHigh-throughput DNA/RNA extraction, biobanking, and ELISA automation
Research workflowSample preparation and automated liquid transfers in 96 and 384-well microplates
Evidence levelExtensively certified in IVD and clinical diagnostic facilities