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OT-2

Built by Opentrons · United States

Updated May 2026·methodology

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Made by OpentronsRaised US$210M across 2 recorded roundsOpen company

#25 of 34 ranked Research robots (190 listed)

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Introducing the OT-2 Pipetting Robot

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Opentrons 8.0 Software Release - New features for Flex and OT-2 users

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Automate Luciferase Reporter Assays with the Opentrons OT-2 Robot

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Strategies for Automating PCR and PCR Prep on the Opentrons Flex and OT-2

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[SPANISH] Usando un Opentrons OT-2 Robot en el Laboratorio: Un Tutorial de el iGEM Design League

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Attaching Pipettes to the OT-2

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RoboScore

39.9/ 100

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On sale20%25/100
In use20%Not counted yet
Track record12%Not counted yet
Specs on file12%82/100
Funding12%92/100
Company age8%60/100
Other robots6%72/100
News6%Not counted yet
Wikipedia entry4%Not counted yet

Overview

Ideal for education, the OT-2 is aimed at simplifying laboratory processes with its user-friendly interface and efficient protocols.

Key specs

  • Built for pipetting and sample handling
  • Used across pharma, biotech and life sciences
  • Programmed through python
  • Public API for integration
  • Certified to CE and FCC
  • Rated for operation at 20 24°C

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At a glance

Specifications

From the makerCheckedEstimated
48 kg
US$15,950
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Company profile

Recorded funding
US$210M· 2 rounds
Founded
around 2014

Detailed specifications

What it is built for1
liquid handling robot
Controls & integration3
Software Platform
Opentrons API
Training Required
basic_<1day
code python
Safety & certification1
20-24°C
Buying & support3
Lead Time Weeks
1
Availability Status
available
Countries Available
US,40+ countries

Who uses it

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Company milestones(estimated)

  • 2026LaunchOpentrons Compliance Ready Software for Flex
  • 2026LaunchOpentrons App 9.0 with Protocol Visualization for Flex
  • Jan 2025PartnershipMerck partnership
  • 2024DeploymentUK Roadshow Spring 2024 featuring Flex Robot
  • Mar 2022LaunchOT-2 workstation expansion announced
  • 2014MilestoneCompany founded
  • Not yet on fileMilestoneOT-2 available for purchase

Opentrons in the news

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4 events · last 12 months

  • May 19Opentrons launches Compliance Ready Software for Flex lab robots
  • Apr 3Opentrons Flex Gets Protocol Visualization Tool to Simulate Robotic Lab Workflows Before Execution
  • Feb 5Opentrons Accelerates the Enablement of AI-Based Laboratory Robotics with NVIDIA

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Frequently asked questions

Who makes the OT-2?
The OT-2 is developed by Opentrons, based in United States.
What type of robot is the OT-2?
The OT-2 is a Research robot made by Opentrons.
How much does the OT-2 cost?
The OT-2 is priced at US$15,950.

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