Which Opentrons robots are supported by this skill?

This skill provides comprehensive support for both the Opentrons Flex and the OT-2 liquid handling robots.

Does it support multi-channel pipettes?

Absolutely. It provides implementation patterns for 8-channel and multi-channel pipetting for efficient 96-well plate operations.

Can this skill control hardware modules like Thermocyclers?

Yes, it includes specialized commands for the Thermocycler, Heater-Shaker, Temperature, and Magnetic modules.

Can Claude help simulate protocols using this skill?

Yes, the skill includes logic for detecting simulation modes and writing testable code to prevent hardware crashes before running on a physical robot.

How does it handle different API levels?

The skill defaults to the latest Opentrons Protocol API v2 standards (e.g., v2.19) while ensuring correct metadata and requirement definitions.

Opentrons Lab Automation

Name: Opentrons Lab Automation
Author: Activer007

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Automates laboratory liquid handling and hardware control for Opentrons Flex and OT-2 robots using Protocol API v2.

This skill empowers Claude to write, debug, and optimize Python-based protocols for Opentrons laboratory robots. It provides deep knowledge of the Opentrons Protocol API v2, covering everything from basic liquid handling operations like aspiration and dispensing to complex multi-step workflows involving specialized hardware modules like thermocyclers, heater-shakers, and magnetic plates. Whether you are setting up serial dilutions, PCR plates, or complex high-throughput experiments, this skill ensures your protocols follow best practices for efficiency, safety, and hardware compatibility across Flex and OT-2 platforms.

Key Features

01Labware and deck layout management for Flex and OT-2

02Advanced multi-channel pipetting and plate replication patterns

03Hardware module control (Thermocycler, Heater-Shaker, Temp/Mag modules)

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05Protocol API v2 generation and optimization

06Liquid tracking, labeling, and flow rate calibration

Use Cases

01Automated PCR plate setup and thermal cycling profiles

02Complex sample preparation involving magnetic bead purification and shaking

03High-throughput serial dilution and plate replication workflows

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add activer007/ordinary-claude-skills opentrons-integration

For use in Claude.ai and ChatGPT

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