Accessories

Accessories

There are several accessories and upgrades available for BioTX's WellAware Systems. These extras allow for further customization and maximization of the capabilities of WellAware. Click an image below to learn more.

Custom Racks	Ergonomic Stands	Barcode Printer	Barcode Imager

Barcode Labels	PCR Coolers	Waterproof Keyboards	Hands free control

Custom Racks

Universal Mixing Rack - Cat#: BM-000267

The Universal Master Mix Rack ideal for PCR setup and keeps critical reagents cool in a removable cool block that has holes for four 2ml vials. All the other vials are kept at room temperature and there are positions in regular patterns that will hold a variety of plastic labware. If you are a kit provider, these racks will help assure that your protocols will be consistently followed. When used with WellAware or other illuminated pipet trackers, the holes in the Universal rack are illuminated from below during pipetting to guide the operator during PCR and Master Mix preparation.

WellAware 48 Position Rack - Cat#: B50020-01

This injection molded WellAware compatible rack has 48 locations for 1.5ml and 2ml vials. Made out of polypro.

WellAware 40 Position Rack - Cat#: PS-300140

This two sided WellAware compatible rack has 40 locations for 2ml vials on one side and 40 locations for 0.5ml vials on the other side. Made out of machined polypro.

Ergonomic Stands

Compact Tablet & Slate PC Stand - Cat#: A214

This WellAware II or WellAware Slate PC stand elevates your screen for cool computing and comfortable viewing. It’s a flexible, height-adjustable stand which allows you to raise your screen to an ergonomic viewing height when using the PC and it folds down to a comfortable pipetting height when using WellAware. Add a full-size keyboard and mouse to recreate the comfort and productivity of a desktop computer, or use this stand to share your screen for presentations and meetings.

The WellAware Slate PC stand also enhances airflow around your computer, keeping it cool. Best of all, it is extremely portable—it collapses to fit in your pocket or your computer bag. WellAware Slate PC stand adjusts to support laptops of all widths, and supports weights up to 12 pounds.

WellAware Slate PC Stand

Barcode Printer

Brady TLS Label Printer - Cat#: A301

For use with our original WellAware systems, the TLS-PC Link™ Thermal Transfer Printer offers thermal transfer printing, bar coding, label storage and multiple material configurations. The TLS-PC Link printer is commonly used for printing vial and microplate labels and asset ID labels. It is designed for medium volume: 100 - 500 labels per day. Windows™ drivers allow the unit to print labels from: the BioTX Lab Suite, Brady's LabelMark™ software, or any Windows software application available. The Labeling Module of the BioTX Lab Suite can be used in conjuction with this Brady printer to print vial and plate barcode labels. This printer can print linear (3 of 9 and Code128) and 2D (Datamatrix) barcode labels.

Brady Printer

Barcode Imager

Metrologic USB Barcode Imager - Cat#: A402

WellAware II and our original WellAware can be upgraded with a barcode imager for scanning barcoded plates and vials. This imager can read most linear and 2D barcode symbologies. Barcoding eliminates typing errors and significantly speeds vial to plate sample accessioning and hit picking operations. The BioTX Lab Suite Labeling Module can print barcoded labels for plates or vials with the optional barcode printer upgrade.

Barcode Labels

Code	Application / Description
F	Freezer Environment
N	Liquid Nitrogen Environment
A	Autoclave Environment
H	Hot Water (100 C) Baths
S	Self-Laminating Label
L	Low Profile (Extremely Thin) Label
R	Removable

Dimensional Drawings

Part Number

Dim
Dwg

Dim A
(in)

Dim B
(in)

Dim C
(in)

Labels /
Package

Max Tube
Dia (mm)

Ribbon

Codes

Ribbon

A312	R4310 Ribbon

Laboratory - 0.2 ML PCR Tube

PTL-108-461

1.500

0.187

0.700

750

R4310

F N A H S L

Laboratory - 0.5 to 0.7 ml Tube

PTL-11-498

0.750

0.500

5000

R6210

F R

PTL-11-499

0.750

0.500

500

R4310

F N A

PTL-84-499

0.900

0.500

500

;R4310

F N A

PTL-16-498

1.000

0.375

500

R6210

F R

PTL-16-499

1.000

0.375

500

R4310

F N A

PTL-98-499

1.000

0.375

500

R4310

F N A

PTL-73-461

1.800

0.375

0.750

500

8

R4310

F N A H S L

PTL-72-461

1.800

0.500

0.750

500

8

R4310

F N A H S L

PTL-74-427

2.200

0.500

0.750

100

11.4

R4310

F N S

PTL-74-461

2.200

0.500

0.750

100

11.4

R4310

F N A H S L

Laboratory - 1.5 to 2.0 ml Tube

PTL-84-499

0.900

0.500

500

R4310

F N A

PTL-76-461

1.625

0.600

1.000

250

12

R4310

F N A H L

PTL-74-427

2.200

0.500

0.750

100

11.4

R4310

F N S

PTL-74-461

2.200

0.500

0.750

100

11.4

R4310

F N A H S L

PTL-86-461

2.625

0.600

1.000

100

13

R4310

F N A H S L

A310

2.625

1.000

100

13.00

R4310

F N A H S L

Laboratory - Well Plate Labels

A311	1.900	0.250	750	R4310	F N A
PTL-81-488	1.900	0.250	750	R4310	F A
PTL-2-423	2.000	0.250	100	R6010	F A

PCR Coolers

PCR Cooler with 96-Well Tray - Cat#: A096

PCR Cooler with 384-Well Tray - Cat#: A384

Our clients have asked for the ability to cool samples while loading microplates in order to reduce evaporation during the pipetting process on WellAware. The cooling trays in conjunction with an ice bath and a pump provide over five hours of cooling with out refilling the ice. The WellAware Cooler will keep your plates over 10°C cooler than room temperature which is sufficient to significantly reduce evaporation during pipetting of small volumes. The cooling trays are available for 96 or 384-Well plates.

Waterproof Keyboard

BioTX Waterproof Keyboard with Mouse - Cat#: A815

Waterproof & Dustproof Silicone USB keyboard with built in mouse. This keyboard is virtually indestructible and features a unique combination of durability and soft, comfortable feel. The silicon-based material is impervious to most anything including water, coffee and cleaning solutions (10% bleach or ethanol).

Hands Free Control

TipAware II USB Hub and Infrared Sensor - Cat#: A351

This three port USB hub and sensor allows hands-free control of the WellAware software during pipetting. To use, place simply place TipAware between the operator and the trash can. When pipetting the operator's arm will pass over TipAware whenever the pipet tip is discarded into the trash can. When the arm passes over the infrared sensor the advance command is sent to WellAware and the next pipetting step is automatically displayed. TipAware ensures tip removal during pipetting and connects to any PC with an available USB port.

2-Button USB Footswitch - Cat#:A300

This versatile and comfortable USB foot switch allows hands-free control of WellAware during pipetting. The two buttons allow the operator to proceed to the next pipetting step, back up a step or exit the program hands-free. Easily connects to any PC with an available USB port. Includes a six foot USB cable.