The VERSA automated liquid handler can be adapted with many different modules. Two popular modules are the heater-shaker and the heater-cooler. Here is information about both units.
Heater-Shaker with automated liquid handling
Heater-Shaker Controls 96-well plate agitation in the range of 100-2500 rpm in both clockwise and counterclockwise directions for specified period of time. Compatible with any VERSA system. The temperature range is from room temperature – 95°C.
Heater-Cooler with automated liquid handling
Heater-Cooler is compatible with plate, vial, and tube adaptors. Compatible with any VERSA automated liquid handling systems. The temperature range is from 4°C – 90°C. strip tubes Fits 96-well round plates or 0.2 mL Can be used as PCR plate or as a cooler top. Used in PCR prep and culture plate applications.
| Heater-Shaker | Heater-Cooler | |
| Minimum Temperature 🥶 | Room Temperature | 4° C, 39° F |
| Maximum Temperature🥵 | 90° C, 194° F | 90° C, 194° F |
| Range of Speed | 100-2500 rpm | None |
| VERSA Compatibility | All VERSA models ✔️ | All VERSA models ✔️ |
Two module options for robotic liquid handlers
Summary
The VERSA automated liquid handling systems can be fitted with a heater-shaker or heater-cooler. Both can be applied to any VERSA system. The heater-shaker and heater-cooler can warm the plate up to 90 degrees Celsius, 194 degrees Fahrenheit. The heater-shaker can rotate counter-clockwise and clockwise at 100 to 2500 revolutions per minute. The heater-cooler does not shake.