Uno® Single Cell Dispenser™
Tecan Uno® Single Cell Dispenser™
Fast, Gentle & Precise Single‑Cell and Reagent Dispensing
The Uno Single Cell Dispenser™ is a compact, automated benchtop solution for high-throughput, single-cell isolation and precise low-volume reagent dispensing. Designed for flexibility and accuracy, Uno enables picoliter- to microliter-scale dispensing into a variety of well plates and substrates—making it ideal for single-cell research, assay miniaturization, and omics workflows.
Core Features
Microfluidic precision for single-cell and reagent dispensing. Uno uses inkjet-based microfluidics and specialized dispense head cassettes to deliver cells and reagents with exceptional speed, accuracy, and cell viability.
- High-speed single-cell isolation: ~5 minutes per 384-well plate
- Low-volume reagent dispensing: under 3 minutes per 384-well plate
- Supports 12–384-well plates and custom substrates
- Maintains ~90% viable cells with gentle handling
- Compatible with a wide range of liquids including DMSO, acetonitrile, buffers, and even TFA
- Compact footprint ideal for benchtop use in any lab setting
Interchangeable, application-specific cassettes for optimal performance. The Uno system supports a range of specialized Dispense head Cassettes™, enabling tailored performance for cells or reagents:
- C1a Cassette – optimized for high-viability single-cell dispensing
- T1 / T1sf Cassettes – for nanoliter reagent dispensing with standard or small-format tips
- D1 / D1sf Cassettes – for ultra-low-volume (picoliter to low nanoliter) reagent dispensing
- Easily swappable by the user for seamless application changes
- Each cassette includes traceable performance history and is designed for long-term durability
Smart, User-Friendly Operation
Effortless setup and full traceability with UnoControl™ software. Uno's touchscreen-guided interface and UnoControl software allow quick setup, live monitoring, and auto-generated reports—simplifying use while ensuring repeatability and data integrity.
- Define plate types, fluid classes, and dispense patterns in minutes
- Real-time view of dispensing accuracy and success rates
- Data-rich reports: single-cell hit maps, reagent volume stats, and cassette use history
- Minimal training required—ideal for multi-user lab environments
- Applications
Tailored for cutting-edge single-cell and miniaturized workflows. Uno serves labs working in both clinical and research spaces across a broad range of applications:
- Single-cell genomics and transcriptomics
- CRISPR clone selection and iPSC libraries
- 3D cell model screening
- Cell line development and assay miniaturization
- MALDI-MS and sample prep for proteomics
Key Benefits
Smart, gentle, and reliable—built for speed and reproducibility. Uno transforms tedious single-cell and reagent dispensing into a fast, controlled, and fully traceable process.
