Which liquid handling robots are supported by PyLabRobot?

PyLabRobot supports several major platforms including Hamilton STAR/STARlet, Opentrons OT-2, and Tecan EVO, with the ability to switch backends without rewriting protocols.

Can I test my laboratory protocols without physical hardware?

Yes, PyLabRobot includes a 'ChatterboxBackend' and a 3D browser visualizer that allow you to simulate and validate protocols entirely in software.

How does PyLabRobot handle tip and volume tracking?

It features a sophisticated resource management system that automatically tracks tip presence, liquid volumes, and deck states in real-time throughout the execution of a protocol.

Does this skill support analytical equipment like plate readers?

Yes, it integrates with various analytical instruments such as BMG CLARIOstar plate readers, Mettler Toledo scales, and various centrifuges.

PyLabRobot

Name: PyLabRobot
Author: Activer007

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Data Science & ML

Automates laboratory workflows and controls liquid handling robots, plate readers, and other lab equipment using a hardware-agnostic Python SDK.

PyLabRobot is a comprehensive framework designed to simplify laboratory automation by providing a unified, pure Python interface for diverse hardware. It enables researchers and engineers to control liquid handlers like Hamilton STAR and Opentrons OT-2, manage deck layouts, and integrate analytical equipment such as plate readers and heater shakers. By offering both physical hardware control and robust simulation capabilities, this skill ensures that complex scientific protocols are reproducible, testable, and easily portable across different laboratory setups.

Key Features

01Hardware-agnostic control for Hamilton, Opentrons, and Tecan robots

02Simulation mode for validating protocols without physical hardware access

03Integration with analytical devices including plate readers and scales

04Real-time 3D browser visualization for deck state and protocol monitoring

05Hierarchical resource management for plates, tips, and custom labware

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Use Cases

01Automating high-throughput liquid transfer and serial dilution protocols

02Simulating and validating lab equipment sequences before physical deployment

03Developing reproducible scientific workflows for drug discovery and genomics

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add activer007/ordinary-claude-skills pylabrobot

For use in Claude.ai and ChatGPT

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