JANUS Standard Liquid Handler, Varispan 8, MDT

Perkin Elmer/Revvity

The PerkinElmer JANUS Standard Varispan 8 Liquid Handler is a versatile, double-arm automated pipetting system designed for laboratories that require flexible volume handling and precise liquid transfers. Equipped with a Varispan 8-channel pipetting arm and an optional 384 or 96 multichannel head, this system can adjust tip spacing to accommodate a variety of labware formats, making it ideal for applications that require reformatting between different plate types or custom layouts.

With its open deck design and compatibility with SBS-standard labware, the JANUS Standard Varispan 8 supports a wide range of workflows, from PCR setup and plate replication to assay development and compound management. The platform’s intuitive control software streamlines protocol creation, ensuring reproducible results with minimal training.

Key Features & Benefits

• Varispan 8-channel pipetting arm – Adjustable tip spacing for plate-to-plate reformatting
• Flexible throughput – Ideal for low- to medium-volume workflows
• Wide volume range – From small-volume precision to larger-volume transfers
• Open deck layout – Supports SBS-standard labware and accessories
• User-friendly software – Simplifies method programming and enhances accuracy
• Compact footprint – Fits easily into existing lab spaces
• Reliable performance – Built on PerkinElmer’s proven JANUS automation platform

Applications

• Plate reformatting (e.g., 96- to 384-well conversions)
• Genomics & molecular biology workflows
• PCR & qPCR preparation
• Serial dilutions & reagent dispensing
• Assay development & compound management
• Hit picking and selective well transfers