Eppendorf's epMotion P5073: An automated solution for PCR preparation and precision pipetting
Eppendorf's epMotion P5073 platform represents a major development in the automation of liquid handling in the laboratory. Developed to meet growing demands for precision and reproducibility, this station offers a reliable and flexible solution for PCR reaction preparation, nucleic acid purification and more general pipetting tasks.
Thanks to its compact design (65 cm × 61 cm) and optimised layout, the epMotion P5073 fits easily into even the smallest bench spaces. Its weight of 50 kg demonstrates its robustness while remaining easy to handle for simple installation. The system features Eppendorf's highly accurate pipetting technology, allowing you to work with volumes ranging from 1 µL to 1,000 µL, ensuring significant savings in reagents while reducing the risk of human error.
At the heart of the epMotion P5073 is the EasyCon control panel, an intuitive colour touchscreen that allows quick familiarisation thanks to dedicated software wizards. These wizards guide users step by step through the setup of their protocols, whether it's mastermix composition, sample concentration normalisation or serial dilution creation. In less than 30 minutes of familiarisation, any member of the laboratory can run their first automated protocols.
Safety and reliability are also central to the design. The epMotion P5073 is equipped with a protective cover that automatically stops operations when opened, a UV-C lamp decontamination system, and a HEPA filter that ensures a clean and controlled working environment inside the device.
Versatile and scalable, the platform can accommodate a variety of consumables: 0.2 mL PCR tubes, 50 mL conical tubes, 6- to 384-well plates, and filter or non-filter tips.
The epMotion P5073 is much more than just a tool: it frees up valuable time for researchers, allowing them to focus on analysing and interpreting scientific data rather than on repetitive and tedious pipetting tasks.
