instrumentZERO
The In-line Production Environment
iZERO
The iZERO combines M2-Automation’s core technologies in a flexible, scalable, and fully automated production system. Its remote-controlled software runs multiple products and protocols without reprogramming.
Designed for in-line microarray production, it scales from dozens to thousands of targets per day with minimal changeover time and maximum throughput.
The iZERO supports all M2 microdispensers, making it the smart choice for future-ready spotting.
Key Features
- Supports all dispenser types
- Built-in Windows PC
- Database connection
- Washing and drying station
- Head camera for in-line QC
- 2D or 3D droplet imaging
- Cooling/heating of source area
- HEPA filter system with flow control
- De-ionizer
- Dual-active feed through transfer system
- Orbital shaker for source plates
- On-the-fly dispensing
- µm Z-level distance sensor
- Analytical balance for volume control
- Complete customizations available
Scalable
Starting with a single iZERO unit, M2-Automation’s extendable production line is able to address all needs, ranging from an early pilot phase to automated, well-engineered production.
Reel-to-Reel Applications
The iZERO architecture allows for pass-through of materials to be spotted. This can be from a conveyor belt, or from a reel.
A common reel-to-reel application is for the production of multiplex lateral-flow devices. A Multi-Channel print head can spot the membrane at varying speeds.
Other applications include spotting on flexible circuits, such as those used in wearable sensors.
User-Friendly Software
The iZERO is controlled using comprehensive, easy-to-use software that makes the setting up of experiments an effortless process. The software is largely image-based and it reflects the instrument layout, providing a self-explanatory, systematic workflow to create, save and distribute custom-specific production protocols.
Custom Options
Optionally, the iZERO can be equipped with a variety of options:
- HEPA filter system
- Barcode scanner
- UV-lamp
- De-ionizer
- Temperature control
Technical Data
Printable Area
x 400 mm
y 300 mm
Travel Range
x 400 mm
y 400 mm
z 80 mm
Dimensions
w 85 cm
d 150 cm
h 248 cm
Weight
500 kg
Axis Speed
x 700 mm/s
y 700 mm/s
z 700 mm/s
Acceleration
x 8000 mm/s2
y 8000 mm/s2
z 8000 mm/s2
Axis Resolution
1 μm
Position Repeatability
+- 3 μm
Source Formats:
96-, 384-, 1536-MTP
3x8-well stripes (well volume 200 μL)
5x13-well chip (well volume 100 μL)
Reagent vials of 0.5 to 1.5 ml
Target:
65 glass slides
9 MTPs
Microfluidics, wafers, membranes
Customized targets