Qiagen QIAcube, User Manual

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General Description
QIAcube User Manual 06/2008 3-1
3 General Description
The QIAcube performs fully automated processing of up to
12 samples. The instrument controls integrated components
including a centrifuge, heated shaker, pipetting system, and
robotic gripper.
The QIAcube is preinstalled with various protocols for
processing QIAGEN spin columns for purification of RNA,
genomic DNA, plasmid DNA, viral nucleic acids, or proteins,
plus DNA and RNA cleanup. The user selects a protocol
using the touchscreen, and loads plasticware, samples, and
reagents onto the QIAcube worktable. The user then closes
the instrument door and starts the protocol, which provides
all necessary commands for sample lysis and purification
using QIAGEN spin columns. A fully automated load check
helps to ensure correct loading of the worktable.
The range of protocols available is continually expanding,
and additional QIAGEN protocols can be downloaded free
of charge at www.qiagen.com/MyQIAcube .