As screening demands increase, throughput and unattended run time become critical. PIPETMAX® 278 Bioassay is a pre-configured, application-based automation workstation built for labs running multi-plate bioassays, higher sample volumes, and more complex assay layouts.
With a large 16 position deck, built-in tip intelligence, and standard PIPETMAN® DIAMOND Tips, PIPETMAX 278 Bioassay delivers consistent, walk-away assay preparation while controlling consumable costs. Flexible software tools and optional heater, shaker, and chiller modules support complex, temperature- and mixing-dependent workflows, all backed by real Gilson scientists who help your team scale with confidence.
PIPETMAX 278 Bioassay is purpose-configured to support higher-throughput bioassays and screening workflows, while remaining flexible enough to adapt as assay formats evolve. Key features include:
Together, these features allow labs to run more plates per day, reduce variability across users and runs, and scale discovery efforts without sacrificing data quality.
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Optional accessories allow PIPETMAX 278 Bioassay to support higher-throughput and more complex assay workflows, including temperature- and mixing-dependent steps. Integrated heater, shaker, and chiller modules, along with higher-volume pipette head options and expanded deck configurations, enable greater walk-away automation while maintaining consistency as screening demands grow.
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PIPETMAX 278 Bioassay uses standard PIPETMAN DIAMOND Tips, enabling labs to scale throughput without switching to proprietary consumables. Combined with built-in tip intelligence, the system optimizes tip usage to reduce waste, control consumable costs, and simplify inventory management in high-density, multi-plate workflows.
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PIPETMAX 278 Bioassay includes intuitive, no-coding software that supports both standardized screening and evolving assay development. Validated example workflows, built-in normalization tools, and optional Protocol Builder software allow teams to adapt protocols, automate dilution steps, and share methods across instruments for consistent, comparable results.
| SKU | 32160001 |
| Volume Range | 1-200 μL |
| Bed Size | 16 SLAS |
| Pipette Head Options | MAX4x1200, MAX8x20, MAX8x200 |
| Voltage | 100 - 240V AC |
| Connections | USB |
| Operating Temperature | 5°C to 40°C |
| Speed | 1-550 mm/s for XY and 1-140 mm/s for Z |
| I/O Ports | USB |
| Environment | Indoor use, Altitude up to 2000 m, temperature 5°C to 40°C, Maximum relative humidity 80% for temperatures up to 31°C decreasing linearly to 50% relative humidity at 40°C |
| Includes | • Two interchangeable pipette heads • Tip reload blocks • Selection of tube racks • TRILUTION® micro Software • Tip starter pack |
| Compatible Tips | PIPETMAN DIAMOND Tips |
| Programmability | Yes |
| Software | TRILUTION® micro Software |
| Product Dimensions (L x W x H) | 68.4 x 95 x 58 cm |
| Product Weight (Metric) | 68 kg |
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