Chemagic 360-D: a Versatile and Compact System for Automated Nucleic Acid Isolation
PerkinElmer's chemagic™ 360-D stands out as a cutting-edge solution in the field of nucleic acid isolation, based on proven and patented magnetic bead technology. This technology allows the beads to be transferred instead of liquids, thus avoiding cross-contamination between samples, a major advantage for diagnostic and research laboratories.
Designed for maximum flexibility, the chemagic 360-D is compatible with three magnetic head formats (12, 24 and 96 channels), enabling efficient processing of volumes ranging from 10 µL to 10 mL and adapting to a wide variety of sample types and throughput requirements. This modular system can be used with 50 mL tubes, 24-well XL plates or standard 96-well plates.
Its compact benchtop design allows it to be easily integrated into any type of laboratory without compromising performance. In addition, the chemagic Dispenser 360 automates buffer distribution, significantly reducing handling time and increasing productivity. This module works seamlessly with the selected head and ensures accurate and fast distribution thanks to reliable membrane pump technology.
The chemagic software offers an intuitive interface that facilitates protocol configuration, sample traceability via barcode reading and compatibility with LIMS systems. It displays the processing steps, elapsed time and remaining time in real time, ensuring optimal process monitoring.
Magnetic separation is based on the immersion of metal rods in the processing solutions. When magnetised, the magnetic beads agglomerate at their ends. The rods are then removed, transferring the beads to washing or elution solutions by deactivating the magnetisation and triggering rotation. This mechanism ensures homogeneous and efficient resuspension, which is essential for high yields and high-purity products.
The chemagic 360-D also complies with current regulatory requirements for in vitro diagnostic devices (CE-IVD in Europe, FDA listed in the United States), making it ideal for clinical applications in accredited laboratories.
The chemagic 360-D represents a complete, scalable and automated solution for laboratories seeking to combine precision, flexibility and high throughput in their nucleic acid isolation procedures.
