Automated Liquid Handling Workstation
PANDA Mini Liquid Handling Workstation, SKU: VNL-10P
The PANDA Mini liquid handling workstation simplifies sample preparation after extraction and pooling steps before sequencing, enabling a fully automated and streamlined workflow.
Instrument Overview
Equipped with a fixed 8-channel pipettor and two flexible-channel pipettors, the PANDA Mini supports sample normalization and pooling in the full automation workflow, acting as a bridge between extraction, library preparation, and sequencing. It is designed to reliably handle routine high-throughput workflows and liquid handling tasks, reducing human error, accelerating experimental time, and simplifying operations through touchscreen interface.
Parameters
See the tables above.
Why Automate Liquid Handling？
- Manual pipetting can introduce variability, consume valuable laboratory time and reduce throughput.
- PANDA Mini helps laboratories standardize workflows, improve reproducibility, and automate repetitive liquid handling—from PCR/qPCR setup to the last mile of NGS, including automated quantification, normalization, and pooling.
Why Choose PANDA Mini？
- Compact Design: Suitable for laboratories with limited bench space.
- Reliable Pipetting: Improve consistency and reduce manual errors.
- Flexible Applications: Support PCR/qPCR set up, NGS workflow.
- Simple Workflow: Reduce hands-on time and improve laboratory productivity.
Performance
How PANDA MINI Works
Integrated Automation for Reliable Molecular Workflows
PANDA MINI combines automated liquid handling, integrated quantification, and intelligent workflow control to simplify sample preparation for PCR, qPCR, and NGS applications.
- Intuitive Software Control
Visual workflow programming, with one-click execution, simplifies operations and achieves consistent automated workflows.
Performance:
Visual protocol setup
One-click workflow execution
Reduced manual intervention
- Optimized Reagent Solutions
High-performance reagents combined with automated workflows ensure accurate and reproducible molecular analysis.
Performance:
Dedicated quantification reagents
Consistent assay performance
Reliable experimental results
Simplified workflow integration
- Optional Safety Light Curtain
Intelligent protection design ensures safe and reliable operation during automated processing.
Performance:
Operator protection during operation
Automatic safety monitoring
Enhanced laboratory safety
PANDA Mini Liquid Handling Workstation, SKU: VNL-10P
Highlights
Features
- 35-Second Quantification
Powered by EAGLE · Up to 96 samples
Integrated with EAGLE fluorescence quantification technology, enabling rapid signal detection and automated analysis of up to 96 samples within 35 seconds. - Hands-Off Automation
Automated Pipetting · Normalization · Pooling
Combining fixed 8-channel and flexible 2-channel pipetting capabilities, PANDA MINI automates a wide range of laboratory liquid handling tasks, from sample transfer to Anormalization and pooling, reducing manual workload. - Reliable Results
Consistent. Accurate. Reproducible
PANDA MINI delivers reliable and reproducible results through precise pipetting, automated quantification, and intelligent volume adjustment.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What are the main functions of PANDA Mini?
The main functions of PANDA Mini are concentration quantification and sample preparation, including normalization of sample concentration to a uniform level after extraction, as well as pooling of samples after library preparation. It enables quantification and normalization/pooling within approximately 60 minutes, significantly accelerating the experimental process.
2. What is the throughput of PANDA Mini?
It supports a throughput of 1-96, meaning it can process up to 96 samples simultaneously.
3. What is an automated liquid handling workstation?
An automated liquid handling workstation is a laboratory automation system that accurately transfers liquids between tubes, plates, and reservoirs with minimal manual intervention. It helps laboratories reduce repetitive pipetting tasks, improve experimental consistency, and increase throughput. The PANDA Mini automated liquid handling workstation is designed for research laboratories performing PCR/qPCR set up, NGS workflow, sample preparation, and other molecular biology workflows.
4. What applications is PANDA Mini suitable for?
PANDA Mini supports a wide range of life science applications, including PCR setup, qPCR reaction preparation, NGS workflow, nucleic acid sample preparation, serial dilution, reagent dispensing, and routine laboratory liquid handling. Its flexible workflow configuration makes it suitable for academic research, biotechnology, pharmaceutical research, and molecular biology laboratories.
5. Can PANDA Mini automate PCR setup?
Yes. PANDA Mini is specifically designed to automate PCR reaction setup with high precision and repeatability. It accurately dispenses reagents, samples, primers, and master mixes, reducing manual pipetting errors while improving workflow efficiency. Automated PCR setup also helps laboratories achieve more consistent experimental results across multiple samples.
6. What pipetting volume does it support?
PANDA Mini is designed to support a broad range of liquid handling volumes for common laboratory applications. The available pipetting range depends on the installed pipetting module and workflow configuration. For detailed specifications and recommended volume ranges, please refer to the product specifications or contact the Vazyme technical support team.
7. How accurate is the liquid handling system?
PANDA Mini delivers highly accurate and repeatable liquid handling performance to ensure reliable experimental results. Its precision pipetting technology minimizes dispensing errors and improves consistency across samples, making it suitable for sensitive applications such as PCR, qPCR, and NGS workflow. Detailed performance data can be found in the product brochure.
8. Is PANDA Mini suitable for small laboratories?
Yes. PANDA Mini features a compact benchtop design that requires minimal laboratory space while providing powerful liquid handling automation. It is an ideal solution for research laboratories, universities, hospitals, and biotechnology companies looking to automate workflows without installing a large automation platform.
9. Can I request a product demonstration?
Yes. If you would like to see how PANDA Mini can improve your laboratory workflow, you can request a product demonstration from our team. Our application specialists will introduce the system, discuss your workflow requirements, and recommend a suitable automation solution for your laboratory.
- 35-Second Quantification
Storage
Store at 15 ~ 25°C and transport at room temperature.
