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title: OT-2 Automated Lab Robot | Opentrons
description: For less than $10,000, you can easily automate your lab with the Opentrons OT-2 lab robot.
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# Lab automation made easy. And affordable.

Flexible, open-source and user-friendly, the high-precision OT-2 lab robot is ideal for a wide variety of applications

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## Flexible, open-source, and user-friendly.

The high-precision OT-2 lab robot is ideal for a wide variety of applications:

![icon-genomics](https://insights.opentrons.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Landing%20Page/icon-genomics.png?width=55&height=63&name=icon-genomics.png)

Genomics

![icon-proteomics](https://insights.opentrons.com/hubfs/Landing%20Page/icon-proteomics.png)

Proteomics

![icon-cell-based](https://insights.opentrons.com/hubfs/Landing%20Page/icon-cell-based.png)

Cell-based assays

![icon-biochemical](https://insights.opentrons.com/hubfs/Landing%20Page/icon-biochemical.png)

Biochemical assays

![icon-drug](https://insights.opentrons.com/hubfs/Landing%20Page/icon-drug.png)

Drug discovery

- FLEXIBILITY
- PERFORMANCE
- USER-FRIENDLY
- OPEN SOURCE

## Highly flexible

### Configure it to your requirements.

 

- 11-deck platform with options for Magnetic, Temperature, and Thermocycler Modules
- Swappable single and eight-channel pipettes for multiple volume options
- Standardized (SBS) deck slots work with your existing labware

![Deck-Configs_animation-1](https://insights.opentrons.com/hubfs/Deck-Configs_animation-1.gif)

## Outstanding Performance

### Accurate and Precise.

 

- Accuracy: 15% at 1µL
- Precision: 5% at 1µL
- Throughput: Fills a 96-well plate in 22 seconds

![Performance Hubspot](https://insights.opentrons.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Performance%20Hubspot.png?width=624&height=475&name=Performance%20Hubspot.png)

## User-friendly

### Intuitive, and integrates easily.

 

You can set up and install the OT-2 yourself. It's plug-and-play, with immediate access to protocol libraries. It easily integrates to your existing instruments and is reagent and bead system agnostic. 

Choose the free protocol you prefer: beginner-friendly or advanced, with powerful cloud-based tools to gain unmatched control of your workflow.

 

![four-cards](https://insights.opentrons.com/hs-fs/hubfs/four-cards.png?width=472&height=223&name=four-cards.png)

## Open source

### Customizable control for maximum versatility.

 

- 100% customizable—you can modify according to your assay
- Use the simple, yet powerful Python AI to modify or customize protocols
- Digital protocol commands surpass manual pipetting

![Open source HubSpot](https://insights.opentrons.com/hubfs/Open%20source%20HubSpot.png)

## Easy to use. Support if you need it.

![icon-package](https://insights.opentrons.com/hubfs/Landing%20Page/icon-package.png)

No technician needed to set up or calibrate

![icon-real-time-chat](https://insights.opentrons.com/hubfs/Landing%20Page/icon-real-time-chat.png)

Real-time chat support on any device

![icon-account-manager](https://insights.opentrons.com/hubfs/Landing%20Page/icon-account-manager.png)

Dedicated account managers available at every step

![icon-badge](https://insights.opentrons.com/hubfs/Landing%20Page/icon-badge.png)

Try it out with a 60-day demo

## We’ve rethought lab automation from the ground up.

![OT-2 Tech Specs Overview 1](https://insights.opentrons.com/hubfs/Landing%20Page/OT-2%20Tech%20Specs%20Overview%201.png)

![OT-2 Deck Outline 1](https://insights.opentrons.com/hubfs/Landing%20Page/OT-2%20Deck%20Outline%201.png)

- Hardware
- Performance
- Compatibility
- Support & Service
- Example Commands

#### Compact footprint

- 63cm x 57cm x 66cm / 25in x 22.5in x 26in (W,D,H)
- Takes up half of your standard lab bench

#### Pipette configurations

- Single and 8-channel pipetting
- 2-pipette mounts, for a configuration of 1 or 2 single or 8-channel pipettes. Pipettes are easily interchangeable.

#### Pipette volumes and specs

- Single channel: 1-1000µl
- 8-channel: 1-300µl
- [Opentrons Pipette Whitepaper (GEN1 & GEN2) ›](https://opentrons.com/publications/Opentrons-Master-Pipette-White-Paper.pdf)
- [Single channel manual ›](https://opentrons-landing-img.s3.amazonaws.com/pipettes/Opentrons-GEN2-Pipette-Single-Channel-Brochure-Digital.pdf)
- [8-channel manual ›](https://opentrons-landing-img.s3.amazonaws.com/pipettes/Opentrons-GEN2-Pipette-8-Channel-Brochure-Digital.pdf)

#### Deck

- 11 deck slots enable countless configurations
- Deck slots are compatible with standard SBS dimensions. Deck also includes a removable trash bin.

#### Connectivity

- WiFi 2.4 GHz IEEE 802.11b/g/n, USB 2.0
- [Learn more ›](https://support.opentrons.com/en/articles/2687543-c-network-requirements-for-the-ot-2)

#### Weight

- 48kg or 105.8 lb

#### Video

- Integrated video camera (Included for future or custom functionality)

#### Audio

- Integrated audio system (Included for future or custom functionality)

#### Power Requirements

- Robot Power Input: 36VDC, 6.1A
- Power Adapter Input: 100-240VAC, 50/60Hz, 4.0A/115VAC, 2.0A/230VAC
- For additional power requirement information, please review [this support article](https://support.opentrons.com/en/articles/4101229-power-consumption-of-the-ot-2-and-hardware-modules)

#### Frame composition

- Rigid steel and CNC aluminum design

#### Operating Temperature & Relative Humidity

- Recommended 20-24C Recommended 40-60% RH
- [Learn more ›](https://support.opentrons.com/en/articles/2169571-what-are-the-ot-2-s-temperature-and-humidity-requirements)

#### Speed

Fills a 96-well plate in 22 seconds

| Pipette | Distribute, One Tip | Transfer, Same Tip | Transfer, New Tip |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| P20 8-channel | 0:22 | 1:35 | 4:19 |
| P300 8-channel | 0:26 | 1:38 | 4:24 |
| P20 Single | 3:12 | 13:10 | 36:01 |
| P300 Single | 4:01 | 13:39 | 41:31 |
| P1000 Single | 5:54 | 15:21 | 44:50 |

#### Accuracy and precision

Single and 8-channel pipetting

[Learn more ›](https://insights.opentrons.com/publications/OT-2_Performance-Graphs.pdf?hsLang=en)

| Pipette | Volume | Random Error | Systematic Error |  |  |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
|   | %D | µl | %CV | µl |  |
| p20 | 1 | ±15% | 0.15µL | ±5% | 0.05µL |
| 10 | ±2% | 0.2µL | ±1% | 0.1µL |  |
| 20 | ±1.5% | 0.3µL | ±0.8% | 0.16µL |  |
| p300 | 20 | ±4% | 0.8µL | ±2.5% | 0.5µL |
| 150 | ±1% | 1.5µL | ±0.4% | 0.6µL |  |
| 300 | ±0.6% | 1.8µL | ±0.3% | 0.9µL |  |
| p1000 | 100 | ±2% | 2.0µL | ±1% | 1µL |
| 500 | ±1% | 5.0µL | ±0.2% | 1µL |  |
| 1000 | ±0.7% | 7.0µL | ±0.15% | 1.5µL |  |

| Pipette | Volume | Random Error | Systematic Error |  |  |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
|   | %D | µl | %CV | µl |  |
| P20 | 1 | ±20% | 0.2µL | ±10% | 0.1µL |
| 10 | ±3% | 0.3µL | ±2% | 0.2µL |  |
| 20 | ± 2.2% | 0.44µL | ±1.5% | 0.3µL |  |
| P300 | 20 | ±10% | 2.0µL | ±4% | 0.8µL |
| 150 | ±2.5% | 3.75µL | ±0.8% | 1.2µL |  |
| 300 | ±1.5% | 4.5µL | ±0.5% | 1.5µL |  |

#### Sterility

Full polycarbonate enclosure designed to limit exposure. The OT-2 is not a sterile environment

Add the [Opentrons HEPA Module](https://insights.opentrons.com/modules/hepa-module?hsLang=en), or add your own UV lights

#### Viscosity

For best practices on automating viscous liquid handling, review our application note

[Viscous Liquid Handling Automation using Opentrons OT-2](https://opentrons-landing-img.s3.amazonaws.com/application+notes/Viscous+Liquids+App+Note.pdf)

#### API compatibility

- Interfaces with any product that has an API
- Opentrons software is open-source and users can make adjustments to the software as needed to interface with other products. While all integrations are possible, they all require custom code work i.e. most customers will need to write custom libraries and install software packages that are not shipped with the robot.
- [Learn more ›](https://docs.opentrons.com/v2/index.html)

#### Interface

- Windows 10, macOS 10.10 or later, Ubuntu 12.04 or later.
- [Opentrons App ›](https://opentrons.com/ot-app)

#### Tip compatibility

- [Use Opentrons Tips](https://shop.opentrons.com/collections/opentrons-tips) and [Opentrons Filter Tips](https://shop.opentrons.com/collections/opentrons-tips)
- Opentrons guarantees the performance of Opentrons Tips which were specifically designed for the OT-2. The OT-2 was designed to accommodate all universal bore tip types, but tip quality and dimensions can vary significantly so third party tip performance cannot be guaranteed by Opentrons.

#### Labware compatibility

- Use common labware already in our Labware Library, or add your own
- If your labware fits on the OT-2 but is not in the Labware Library, it can be added by you using our Labware Creator, or by our team.
- [Learn more ›](https://labware.opentrons.com/)
- [OT-2 Manual ›](https://opentrons-landing-img.s3.amazonaws.com/Manuals/OT2_Manual.pdf)

#### Warranty

- One year warranty against manufacturer defects
- Stress tested to last a minimum of 3 years of full-time use
- [Learn more ›](https://support.opentrons.com/en/articles/736748-what-is-your-warranty-and-return-policy)

#### Return Policy

- 60 day, 100% risk free
- [Learn more ›](https://support.opentrons.com/en/articles/3670461-our-risk-free-return-policy)

#### Certifications

- Certifications complete (CE, FCC, NRTL, CB, ISO 9001)
- Not certified/validated (IVD, GMP)

#### Tip Handling

- Pick up tip
- Drop tip
- Return tip
- New tip (always, never, once)
- More...

#### Liquid Control

- Aspirate
- Dispense
- Aspirate speed
- Dispense speed
- Blowout
- Touch tip
- Mix
- Air gap

#### Utility

- Move to
- Delay
- User-specified pause
- Homing
- Comment

#### Transfer

- Basic transfer
- Volumes > Pipette Volume
- Distribute
- Consolidate

#### Variable Settings

- Speed
- Volume
- Count

#### Other

- Dispose

- Hardware
  
  #### Compact footprint
  
    - 63cm x 57cm x 66cm / 25in x 22.5in x 26in (W,D,H)
    - Takes up half of your standard lab bench
  
  #### Pipette configurations
  
    - Single and 8-channel pipetting
    - 2-pipette mounts, for a configuration of 1 or 2 single or 8-channel pipettes. Pipettes are easily interchangeable.
  
  #### Pipette volumes and specs
  
    - Single channel: 1-1000µl
    - 8-channel: 1-300µl
    - [Opentrons Pipette Whitepaper (GEN1 & GEN2) ›](https://opentrons.com/publications/Opentrons-Master-Pipette-White-Paper.pdf)
    - [Single channel manual ›](https://opentrons-landing-img.s3.amazonaws.com/pipettes/Opentrons-GEN2-Pipette-Single-Channel-Brochure-Digital.pdf)
    - [8-channel manual ›](https://opentrons-landing-img.s3.amazonaws.com/pipettes/Opentrons-GEN2-Pipette-8-Channel-Brochure-Digital.pdf)
  
  #### Deck
  
    - 11 deck slots enable countless configurations
    - Deck slots are compatible with standard SBS dimensions. Deck also includes a removable trash bin.
  
  #### Connectivity
  
    - WiFi 2.4 GHz IEEE 802.11b/g/n, USB 2.0
    - [Learn more ›](https://support.opentrons.com/en/articles/2687543-c-network-requirements-for-the-ot-2)
  
  #### Weight
  
    - 48kg or 105.8 lb
  
  #### Video
  
    - Integrated video camera (Included for future or custom functionality)
  
  #### Audio
  
    - Integrated audio system (Included for future or custom functionality)
  
  #### Power Requirements
  
    - Robot Power Input: 36VDC, 6.1A
    - Power Adapter Input: 100-240VAC, 50/60Hz, 4.0A/115VAC, 2.0A/230VAC
    - For additional power requirement information, please review [this support article](https://support.opentrons.com/en/articles/4101229-power-consumption-of-the-ot-2-and-hardware-modules)
  
  #### Frame composition
  
    - Rigid steel and CNC aluminum design
  
  #### Operating Temperature & Relative Humidity
  
    - Recommended 20-24C Recommended 40-60% RH
    - [Learn more ›](https://support.opentrons.com/en/articles/2169571-what-are-the-ot-2-s-temperature-and-humidity-requirements)
- Performance
  
  #### Speed
  
  Fills a 96-well plate in 22 seconds
  
  | Pipette | Distribute, One Tip | Transfer, Same Tip | Transfer, New Tip |
  | --- | --- | --- | --- |
  | P20 8-channel | 0:22 | 1:35 | 4:19 |
  | P300 8-channel | 0:26 | 1:38 | 4:24 |
  | P20 Single | 3:12 | 13:10 | 36:01 |
  | P300 Single | 4:01 | 13:39 | 41:31 |
  | P1000 Single | 5:54 | 15:21 | 44:50 |
  
  #### Accuracy and precision
  
  Single and 8-channel pipetting
  
  [Learn more ›](https://insights.opentrons.com/publications/OT-2_Performance-Graphs.pdf?hsLang=en)
  
  | Pipette | Volume | Random Error | Systematic Error |  |  |
  | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
  |   | %D | µl | %CV | µl |  |
  | p20 | 1 | ±15% | 0.15µL | ±5% | 0.05µL |
  | 10 | ±2% | 0.2µL | ±1% | 0.1µL |  |
  | 20 | ±1.5% | 0.3µL | ±0.8% | 0.16µL |  |
  | p300 | 20 | ±4% | 0.8µL | ±2.5% | 0.5µL |
  | 150 | ±1% | 1.5µL | ±0.4% | 0.6µL |  |
  | 300 | ±0.6% | 1.8µL | ±0.3% | 0.9µL |  |
  | p1000 | 100 | ±2% | 2.0µL | ±1% | 1µL |
  | 500 | ±1% | 5.0µL | ±0.2% | 1µL |  |
  | 1000 | ±0.7% | 7.0µL | ±0.15% | 1.5µL |  |
  
  | Pipette | Volume | Random Error | Systematic Error |  |  |
  | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
  |   | %D | µl | %CV | µl |  |
  | P20 | 1 | ±20% | 0.2µL | ±10% | 0.1µL |
  | 10 | ±3% | 0.3µL | ±2% | 0.2µL |  |
  | 20 | ± 2.2% | 0.44µL | ±1.5% | 0.3µL |  |
  | P300 | 20 | ±10% | 2.0µL | ±4% | 0.8µL |
  | 150 | ±2.5% | 3.75µL | ±0.8% | 1.2µL |  |
  | 300 | ±1.5% | 4.5µL | ±0.5% | 1.5µL |  |
  
  #### Sterility
  
  Full polycarbonate enclosure designed to limit exposure. The OT-2 is not a sterile environment
  
  Add the [Opentrons HEPA Module](https://insights.opentrons.com/modules/hepa-module?hsLang=en), or add your own UV lights
  
  
  
  #### Viscosity
  
  For best practices on automating viscous liquid handling, review our application note
  
  [Viscous Liquid Handling Automation using Opentrons OT-2](https://opentrons-landing-img.s3.amazonaws.com/application+notes/Viscous+Liquids+App+Note.pdf)
- Compatibility
  
  #### API compatibility
  
    - Interfaces with any product that has an API
    - Opentrons software is open-source and users can make adjustments to the software as needed to interface with other products. While all integrations are possible, they all require custom code work i.e. most customers will need to write custom libraries and install software packages that are not shipped with the robot.
    - [Learn more ›](https://docs.opentrons.com/v2/index.html)
  
  #### Interface
  
    - Windows 10, macOS 10.10 or later, Ubuntu 12.04 or later.
    - [Opentrons App ›](https://opentrons.com/ot-app)
  
  #### Tip compatibility
  
    - [Use Opentrons Tips](https://shop.opentrons.com/collections/opentrons-tips) and [Opentrons Filter Tips](https://shop.opentrons.com/collections/opentrons-tips)
    - Opentrons guarantees the performance of Opentrons Tips which were specifically designed for the OT-2. The OT-2 was designed to accommodate all universal bore tip types, but tip quality and dimensions can vary significantly so third party tip performance cannot be guaranteed by Opentrons.
  
  #### Labware compatibility
  
    - Use common labware already in our Labware Library, or add your own
    - If your labware fits on the OT-2 but is not in the Labware Library, it can be added by you using our Labware Creator, or by our team.
    - [Learn more ›](https://labware.opentrons.com/)
    - [OT-2 Manual ›](https://opentrons-landing-img.s3.amazonaws.com/Manuals/OT2_Manual.pdf)
- Support & Service
  
  #### Warranty
  
    - One year warranty against manufacturer defects
    - Stress tested to last a minimum of 3 years of full-time use
    - [Learn more ›](https://support.opentrons.com/en/articles/736748-what-is-your-warranty-and-return-policy)
  
  #### Return Policy
  
    - 60 day, 100% risk free
    - [Learn more ›](https://support.opentrons.com/en/articles/3670461-our-risk-free-return-policy)
  
  #### Certifications
  
    - Certifications complete (CE, FCC, NRTL, CB, ISO 9001)
    - Not certified/validated (IVD, GMP)
- Example Commands
  
  #### Tip Handling
  
    - Pick up tip
    - Drop tip
    - Return tip
    - New tip (always, never, once)
    - More...
  
  
  #### Liquid Control
  
    - Aspirate
    - Dispense
    - Aspirate speed
    - Dispense speed
    - Blowout
    - Touch tip
    - Mix
    - Air gap
  
  
  #### Utility
  
    - Move to
    - Delay
    - User-specified pause
    - Homing
    - Comment
  
  
  #### Transfer
  
    - Basic transfer
    - Volumes > Pipette Volume
    - Distribute
    - Consolidate
  
  
  #### Variable Settings
  
    - Speed
    - Volume
    - Count
  
  
  #### Other
  
    - Dispose

## Watch our pre-recorded demo video series.

This 4-part series covers OT-2 product basics in detail, and provides an overview of the Opentrons ecosystem.

[WATCH DEMO](https://insights.opentrons.com/schedule-demo?hsLang=en)

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