Certified Pre-Owned Hamilton Liquid Handlers
Upgrade with confidence. Copia Scientific’s refurbished Hamilton™ systems deliver OEM-level accuracy without the long lead times or premium price.
The Hamilton Microlab STAR® is a versatile and fully customizable liquid handling platform built to meet the rigorous demands of today’s laboratories. Whether you're automating simple tasks or complex protocols, the STAR system offers precise pipetting performance across a wide range of volumes and applications, including genomics, proteomics, cell biology, and diagnostics. Its advanced liquid handling technology ensures high accuracy and reproducibility, helping researchers achieve reliable results while minimizing manual variation.
What makes the Microlab STAR stand out is its modular architecture and adaptability. The system supports an array of accessories, labware types, and integrated devices such as heaters, shakers, barcode scanners, and robotic arms—allowing labs to tailor automation solutions to their exact needs. Combined with intuitive software and real-time monitoring, the STAR reduces hands-on time and increases walkaway efficiency. Whether scaling up throughput or standardizing complex workflows, the Hamilton Microlab STAR provides the flexibility and performance to move your research forward with confidence.
The Hamilton Microlab STARlet® brings the renowned precision and versatility of the Microlab STAR platform into a compact, benchtop-friendly design. Perfectly suited for laboratories with limited space, the STARlet automates essential liquid handling tasks with the same accuracy and reliability as its larger counterpart. Supporting diverse applications such as sample preparation, PCR setup, and assay development, this system helps labs improve efficiency and reduce manual errors while maintaining consistent results.
Despite its streamlined footprint, the STARlet is highly configurable, offering flexible deck layouts and compatibility with a wide range of labware and accessories. Its intuitive software interface enables easy programming and protocol customization, empowering users to automate workflows quickly and efficiently. For labs aiming to maximize throughput without expanding their workspace, the Hamilton Microlab STARlet delivers dependable, high-quality automation in a compact package.
The Hamilton Microlab VANTAGE® 2.0 stands at the forefront of automated liquid handling technology, engineered for laboratories that require unparalleled throughput, precision, and adaptability. Designed to handle the most complex and demanding workflows, the VANTAGE system offers robust pipetting capabilities combined with flexible modular components that can be tailored to meet diverse research applications—from genomics and proteomics to drug discovery and clinical diagnostics. Its advanced liquid handling precision ensures consistent, reproducible results, empowering labs to accelerate discovery and improve productivity.
Built to scale with your laboratory’s evolving needs, the VANTAGE platform supports integration with a wide array of accessories, robotics, and third-party instruments, enabling seamless automation across multiple processes. Its expansive deck and intelligent scheduling software facilitate efficient management of high-volume sample processing and multi-step protocols, all while minimizing hands-on time. With the Hamilton Microlab VANTAGE, labs gain a powerful, reliable solution that adapts to growing demands without compromising performance or data quality.
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Microlab STAR
- Modular deck design for customized workflows
- CO-RE pipetting technology for superior accuracy
- Flexible channel configurations (1–16 channels)
Microlab STARlet
- Compact footprint for space-constrained labs
- 1–8 independent pipetting channels with CO-RE tips
- Flexible deck layout for diverse labware
Vantage 2.0
- Massive deck capacity for complex workflows
- Modular design with scalable configurations
- CO-RE technology for precise, reliable pipetting
Included with Every System
One-year parts-and-labor warranty through Copia Scientific
On-site installation and operator training available for rapid start-up
Applications for Hamilton Liquid Handlers
NGS
PCR/qPCR
Cell-Based Assays Balanced
Drug Discovery & Screening
Synthetic Biology & Molecular Cloning
ELISA & Immunoassays
Clinical Diagnostics
Genomics & Proteomics
Serial Dilutions & Plate Replication
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Frequently asked questions
Here are some common questions about our products and services.
Copia Scientific stands behind every system we sell.
- Certified pre-owned equipment includes a 180-day warranty through Copia Scientific.
- Liquid handlers include a 1-year warranty through Copia Scientific.
- New equipment includes the original manufacturer's warranty.
- Optional extended coverage is available for up to one year of parts and labor through Copia Scientific.
In addition, customers gain access to LabSquad, our multi-vendor service and support division. LabSquad provides preventative maintenance, emergency repairs, calibration, validation, embedded service models, and support for legacy or OEM-obsolete systems.
Copia Scientific operates both independent and authorized business channels. Refurbishment and certification of pre-owned equipment are performed by Copia Scientific. Through our PlateCentric division, we also maintain authorized relationships with select original equipment manufacturers. Please refer to individual product pages for specific authorization and warranty details.
Certified pre-owned equipment is tested, validated, and often comes with a warranty, while used equipment may not be
Yes, we offer warranties—180 days standard, with up to 1-year warranties for specific instruments like liquid handlers.
Absolutely. We provide integration services to seamlessly incorporate new or pre-owned equipment into your workflows.
We offer installation, training, repairs, and ongoing service contracts for continued support.
We start with a discovery call to understand your needs and guide you through the selection process.