Beckman Coulter Life Sciences introduces the Biomek i3 Benchtop Liquid Handler
This newest and most compact member of the Biomek i-Series family is ideal for accelerating entry-level to medium-throughput workflows
4 Dec 2025Product news
Biomek i3 Benchtop Liquid Handler
Beckman Coulter Life Sciences has launched the Biomek i3 Benchtop Liquid Handler. Purpose-built for low- to medium-throughput workflows, the Biomek i3 Benchtop Liquid Handler delivers powerful automation in a compact, cost-effective format.
Its grid-based deck design includes 15 standard and 5 flex positions, enabling flexible configuration to accommodate a wide range of labware and protocols. The instrument supports genomic applications such as synthetic biology, sequencing, epigenetics, gene expression, and high-throughput screening, as well as drug discovery workflows including cell-based assays, biochemical assays, ADME-Tox, and combination sequencing.
At the heart of the instrument is an 8-channel pipetting tool that lets you select up to 8 tips in a single sequence — minimizing tip waste and setup time. With a wide volume range of 1–1,000 μL, it handles everything from delicate low-volume assays to large-volume transfers with precision.
The integrated gripper supports ANSI/SLAS-compliant labware, including lids, plates, and tip boxes, ensuring seamless movement and compatibility across your workflow.
Designed for on- and off-deck compatibility, the instrument supports heating, cooling, shaking, tilting, and thermocycling — enabling automation of complex protocols and enhancing process control without manual intervention. A large touchscreen interface with drag-and-drop functionality simplifies operation, while the MyBeckman Learning platform and a library of downloadable demonstrated methods support users with no prior liquid handling experience.
“Our productivity in the lab has increased dramatically with the addition of the Biomek i3 liquid handler,” says Brian Gorre-Clancy, Scientist, Assay Development and Automation at Archer Daniels Midland. “Our larger Biomek i7 system is freed up to do what it was designed for, and the Biomek i3 instrument gives us an accessible means to use automation during development on a lab bench scale.”