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KingFisher™ Flex Purification System with 96 Deep-well Head
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Specifications:
| Application | molecular biology, Automated Nucleic Acid Purification | Warranty | 1 Year |
| Storage Temperature | Room Temperature | ||
| Product Type | Laboratory Equipment | ||
| Product Brand | Thermo Fisher Scientific™ | ||
| Product Grade | Molecular Biology | ||
The Thermo Scientific™ KingFisher™ Flex Purification System is a high-throughput, automated magnetic particle processor designed for rapid and reproducible purification of nucleic acids, proteins, and cells from a wide range of sample types. Equipped with a 96 deep-well magnetic head, this configuration allows simultaneous processing of up to 96 samples in under 20 minutes, making it ideal for clinical, molecular biology, forensic, veterinary, and research labs.
Utilizing proprietary magnetic particle separation technology and controlled by intuitive Thermo Scientific™ BindIt™ Software, the system provides exceptional flexibility, efficiency, and scalability for laboratories needing to optimize or automate their sample prep workflows.
Key Features & Benefits
✅ High-Throughput, Automated Sample Processing
- Processes up to 96 samples simultaneously
- Purification in less than 20 minutes
- Compatible with 24- or 96-well plates, including deep-well formats
✅ Flexible Magnetic Head Configuration
- Supplied with 96 deep-well head
- Interchangeable magnetic rods allow volume range flexibility
- Supports sample volumes from 50 μL to 5 mL, depending on the magnet head
✅ Open Platform Compatibility
- Compatible with any magnetic bead-based chemistry
- Works with DNA/RNA extraction kits, protein purification reagents, and cell isolation protocols
✅ BindIt™ Software for Control & Protocol Customization
- Intuitive protocol editing, execution, and automation
- Ready-made protocols available for DNA, RNA, protein, and cell purification
- Enables easy protocol optimization and reproducibility
✅ Advanced Heating Control
- Adjustable heating block supports temperatures from +5°C above ambient to +115°C
- Facilitates thermal lysis, elution, or enzyme inactivation steps in workflows
✅ Reliable Particle Capture
- >95% magnetic particle collection efficiency
- Suitable for particulate sizes >1 μm
Applications
- Genomics & Transcriptomics (DNA/RNA isolation)
- Proteomics (Protein purification and analysis)
- Target Identification & Biomarker Discovery
- Veterinary Diagnostics
- Forensic Sample Prep
- Quality Control Testing
- Virus and Pathogen Detection (including SARS-CoV-2 workflows)
System Specifications
| Property | Details |
|---|---|
| Catalog Number | 5400630 |
| Sample Capacity | Up to 96 samples |
| Plate Types Supported | 24 or 96-well plates including: |
| KingFisher 24 Deep Well (200–5000 µL), | |
| Microtiter 96 Deep Well (50–1000 µL), | |
| KingFisher 96 Plate (20–200 µL), | |
| PCR Plate (20–100 µL) | |
| Processing Volume Range | 50 to 1000 µL (96 DW head); up to 5000 µL (24 head) |
| Magnetic Rods | 96 rods in a single frame; interchangeable heads |
| Heating Range | +5°C above ambient to +115°C |
| Particle Size Compatibility | >1 µm |
| Collection Efficiency | >95% |
| Interface | LCD display with START/PAUSE/STOP, cursor keys, etc. |
| Dimensions (W × D × H) | 68 × 60 × 38 cm (26.8 × 23.6 × 15 in.) |
| Weight | 28 kg (62 lbs) |
| Software | Thermo Scientific™ BindIt™ Software |
| Automation-Compatible | Yes |
| Unit Size | Each |
Side-by-Side Comparison Table
| Feature | KingFisher™ Flex | KingFisher™ Duo Prime |
|---|---|---|
| Throughput | Up to 96 samples | Up to 12 samples |
| Processing Volume (per well) | 50 µL – 1,000 µL (5 mL with 24 head) | 200 – 1,000 µL |
| Magnet Head | Interchangeable (24 or 96 rods) | Fixed |
| Run Time | <20 minutes for 96 samples | ~30–60 min for 12 samples |
| Heating Block | +5°C above ambient to 115°C | Heating + cooling block |
| UV Decontamination | No | Yes |
| Footprint (W×D×H) | 68×60×38 cm | ~39×34×35 cm |
| Weight | 28 kg (62 lbs) | ~15 kg |
| Software | BindIt™ Software (included) | BindIt™ Software (included) |
| Ideal For | High-throughput labs, diagnostics, NGS cores | Assay development, low-throughput research |
| Applications | DNA/RNA/protein purification, cell isolation | Nucleic acid extraction, pilot studies, R&D |
| Scalability | High (upgradeable heads & workflows) | Low (fixed capacity) |
🏁 Which System Should You Choose?
| Choose KingFisher™ Flex If You Need: |
|---|
| ✅ High-throughput processing (diagnostics, surveillance, biobanks) |
| ✅ 96-well scalability with interchangeable magnet heads |
| ✅ Compatibility with 3rd-party magnetic bead kits |
| ✅ Fast nucleic acid purification for COVID-19, NGS, qPCR workflows |
| ✅ Workflow automation and volume flexibility |
| Choose KingFisher™ Duo Prime If You Need: |
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| ✅ Low-to-medium sample throughput (pilot labs, R&D, educational labs) |
| ✅ Method development for downstream scale-up |
| ✅ Built-in UV decontamination for sensitive assays |
| ✅ Compact footprint for small labs |
| ✅ Simplified, reproducible purification for fewer samples |
Why Choose the KingFisher™ Flex with 96 DW Head?
✅ Fast & automated purification from 96 samples in <20 minutes
✅ Compatible with all magnetic bead-based kits (Thermo & third-party)
✅ Open platform ideal for custom assay development
✅ Integrated heating and intuitive BindIt™ Software streamline workflow
✅ Scalable for labs requiring high sample throughput & reproducibility
The KingFisher Flex with 96 DW Head is an excellent choice for high-throughput laboratories performing DNA/RNA extraction, viral RNA isolation, protein capture, or cellular separation, with flexible protocols and reliable performance built in.