The Microlab STAR is a Surgical / Medical robot developed by Hamilton (United States), listed at $21,250 USD (unverified). Key specifications: procedures nucleic_acid_extraction, pcr_setup, ngs_library_prep, dof / arm 3, ce mark year true, pricing model purchase.
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4 of 9 signals present
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Ranked #35 of 56 in the Surgical / Medical standing.
See the standingWhere it has stood72 days · best #29 · worst #35
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Overview
Automated liquid handling workstation for lab sample prep and reagent dispensing.
Flagship features
- **Unique Selling Points**: Air displacement pipetting technology (CO-RE tips), intelligent in-line bioprocess sensors, Microlab VENUS software for versatile assay programming
- **Partnerships**: Cerillo (integrated detection and analysis announced in 2025)
- **Awards**: HamiltonCompany.com won 'Best of' in Industrial/Manufacturing and Bronze Award for Corporate/B2B Websites at 2025 Horizon Interactive Awards
- **Software Ecosystem**: Microlab VENUS software for drag-and-drop and custom method programming; on-deck modules include Fluoreye fluorescence detector, thermocyclers, shakers, plate storage
- **Pricing**: Microlab Prep bundle starting at $21,250 (explicitly stated). Other systems (Vantage, STAR Line) are enterprise pricing — likely $40-80K or higher
Buyer decision signals
Viability
BD and Hamilton announced Microlab NGS STAR integration
Price
Unverified — no source on record
Specifications
Category: Surgical / Medical- Procedures
- nucleic_acid_extraction, pcr_setup, ngs_library_prep
- DOF / arm
- 3
- CE mark year
- true
- Pricing model
- purchase
Company profile
- Founded
- 1947
Detailed specifications
What it is built for1
- Sub Category
- liquid handling robot
Other details1
- Category Hint
- lab automation
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Company milestones
- Oct 2024LaunchBD and Hamilton announced Microlab NGS STAR integration
- 1970MilestoneExpansion milestone
- 1968MilestoneSwiss company founded
- —MilestoneMicrolab STAR line product description
- —MilestoneMicrolab VANTAGE system introduction
- —DeploymentOxford Biomedica uses Microlab STAR in assay automation
- —DeploymentLabor Berlin uses Hamilton robotics for sample prep automation
- —MilestoneNew hardware and software features announced
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Frequently asked questions
- Who makes the Microlab STAR?
- The Microlab STAR is developed by Hamilton, based in United States.
- What type of robot is the Microlab STAR?
- The Microlab STAR is a Surgical / Medical robot made by Hamilton.
- How much does the Microlab STAR cost?
- The Microlab STAR is listed at $21,250 USD in the Robolist catalogue, but this figure is unverified and not confirmed by Hamilton — contact them for a quote.
- What are the key specifications of the Microlab STAR?
- Key specifications of the Microlab STAR: procedures nucleic_acid_extraction, pcr_setup, ngs_library_prep, dof / arm 3, ce mark year true, pricing model purchase.
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