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Can the Safire2 reader by Tecan be used with the KX2 robot?

The Safire2 reader by Tecan can be seamlessly automated through integration with the KX2 robot software PAA. This powerful combination enhances laboratory workflows by providing precise and efficient plate handling capabilities. With the KX2 PAA software, users can automate various tasks such as plate loading, unloading, and data acquisition, leading to increased productivity and reproducibility of results. Integrating the Safire2 reader with KX2 PAA provides researchers with enhanced flexibility and control, making it an ideal solution for a wide range of applications including absorbance, fluorescence, luminescence, and time-resolved fluorescence measurements. This automation not only simplifies workflows but also reduces errors, allowing researchers to focus more on data analysis and interpretation, ultimately accelerating scientific discoveries.


Overview of Safire2 reader instrument

The Safire2 reader by Tecan is an advanced plate reader designed to revolutionize laboratory research with its precision and versatility. This cutting-edge reader is utilized across various industries and applications, offering unparalleled performance and reliability.

Applications of the Safire2 reader include:

  1. Absorbance measurements: Ideal for quantifying the concentration of compounds in solutions for drug discovery, enzymatic assays, and nucleic acid quantification.

  2. Fluorescence assays: Enables detection and quantification of fluorescent signals in molecular biology, cell-based assays, and protein-protein interactions.

  3. Luminescence assays: Facilitates sensitive detection of luminescent signals in cell viability assays, reporter gene assays, and ATP assays.

  4. Time-resolved fluorescence: Used for precise measurement of fluorescence signals with high temporal resolution in assays requiring kinetic analysis and fluorescence lifetime measurements.

Industries benefiting from the Safire2 reader include pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, academic research, clinical diagnostics, and environmental monitoring.

With its advanced features and seamless integration capabilities, the Safire2 reader enhances productivity and efficiency in laboratory research, making it an indispensable tool for scientists and researchers worldwide.

Overview of Safire2 reader instrument

How can I automate my device?

For a full automation of your instrument with KX2 robot you will need:

KX2 - Collaborative Laboratory Robot
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Overlord™ – Laboratory Automation Software
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Hotel Rack, Universal, Side Grip
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Safire2 reader (Tecan) with KX2 robot lab integration

Safire2 reader (Tecan) with KX2 robot lab integration

Automate the Safire2 reader from Tecan with PAA robots and software for efficient and precise laboratory workflows. We already have the driver written.

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