Bravo Automated Liquid Handling Platform
Unites microplate-based liquid handling with unparalleled versatility and speed in an automation-friendly, compact design.
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It just works; simple and reliable.
Sample preparation for non-targeted metabolomics analyses
We are using Agilent Bravo to prepare urine samples for non-targeted metabolomics analyses. The most challenging part with Bravo is setting up a robust protocol. In that regard Agilent Japan provided fantastic support. Once protocols established - it just functions; using over 5 years without issues.
Review Date: 6 Jun 2023 | Agilent Technologies
The best and most versatile small footprint liquid handler.
NGS Library Preparation
We needed an LHS to help our lab with increased throughput when it comes to NGS library preparation and nucleic acids extractions. The Agilent Bravo helped us to greatly increase the scale of our projects, without the need to alter too much lab space, and with the wide variety of on-deck ad-ons, it has become our favorite lab partner! Highly recommend it to all NGS labs looking to enhance their productivity and free up FTEs.
Review Date: 11 Jul 2022 | Agilent Technologies
Best instrument in the liquid handling system.
Compound library screening
Very good instrument in terms of screening of library of compound. Gives best accuracy Having accurate aspiration and dispensing and good reproducibility. Easy to write script in the software.
Review Date: 31 May 2022 | Agilent Technologies
Easy to use, versatile liquid handling system for any HTP screening workflow
Protein engineering and assay automation
Bravo is one of the best liquid handling systems out there for automating HTP assays and general liquid handling needs. Easy to use software and flexible for writing different protocols. We also use this for rearraying clones.
Review Date: 16 Nov 2021 | Agilent Technologies
Very easy to use & compact.
NGS
Very easy to use & compact.
Review Date: 28 Jan 2020 | Agilent Technologies
Great instrument for basic and repetitive liquid handling.
Basic liquid handling
The Bravo Automated Liquid Handling Platform is great for basic liquid handling, allowing scientists to automate more simplistic protocols and freeing their time to do more complex or more R&D experiments. The main downside is how user friendly and customizable the system is - or how it isn't. Creating new protocols requires understanding of the workings behind the built-in program and creating more complex protocols is almost impossible.
Review Date: 27 Jan 2020 | Agilent Technologies
Extremely reliable system, with a legacy of quality in automation
Cell and reagent dispensing
The Bravo BenchCel 2R combo has been a workhorse addition to our laboratory throughput. The accuracy and reliability are excellent. The learning curve for establishing protocols is steep for those new to automation, but once you become familiar, making new protocols is easier each time. I recommend this system for incredibly versatile liquid dispensing, dilution plate stamping, and hands-off robotic plate processing.
Review Date: 9 Aug 2019 | Agilent Technologies
Several protocols available - nice service.
Carbohydrate map
Very easy-to-use, intuitive robotic platform. Several protocols available - nice service.
Review Date: 17 Jul 2019 | Agilent Technologies
Nice results.
Carbohydrate map
Nice instrument. Good protocols. Our results were almost the same as using manualy pipettes.
Review Date: 26 Jun 2019 | Agilent Technologies
Consistent and compact!
Plate to plate liquid handling
I have used the Bravo extensively for high throughput assays. The instrument works well with 384 well plates for as low as 2uL transfers and is consistent. Without being integrated with a hotel stack the deck capacity is quite low, but with the small footprint, it is a versatile laboratory utility.
Review Date: 5 Feb 2019 | Agilent Technologies
Unites microplate-based liquid handling with unparalleled versatility and speed in an automation-friendly, compact design.
The Agilent Bravo is a flexible liquid handling platform that automates your sample preparation for screening applications such as compound management, cell-based assays, and biochemical assays. With this robotic liquid handling system, time is freed up and consistent data are achieved across samples and users.
The compact liquid handler can be easily placed on a small bench and fits in a flow hood. With more than 60 accessories ranging from heater/cooler to shaker, the system can be tailored to automate most sample preparation protocols. Automating your sample prep protocol has never been easier with the included VWorks control software that allows users to create and run flexible liquid handling protocols quickly.
- Compact- Space-saving nine microplate-position footprint fits in a laminar flow hood
- Precise- Pipette heads dispense from 300 nL to 250 µL in 96-, 384-, and 1536- microplates using disposable tips
- Versatile- Pipette heads can be changed in minutes, and numerous platepad options are available to enable a wide range of assays.
- Functional - Unique open design permits access from all sides for improved user interaction
- Flexible - Provides ability to pick up tips using a single barrel, row, column, or arrays of barrels
- Intuitive - VWorks control software helps you to quickly create automated protocols by using the intuitive drag and drop tasks
- Audit Ready-When used with VWorks Automation Control Software Plus facilitates compliance as defined by US FDA 21 CFR Part 11, EU Annex 11, and similar national electronic record regulations
Quantitative bioanalysis of oligonucleotides using a 6495D triple quadrupole LC/MS system combined with an automated SPE workstation
Discover the power of a high-throughput, automated workflow combining the Agilent 6495D triple quadrupole LC/MS system with Bravo-based solid-phase extraction (SPE). Designed for researchers and bioanalytical labs, it demonstrates how to achieve ultra-sensitive, reproducible quantification of therapeutic oligonucleotides in complex biological matrices, ideal for pharmacokinetic and toxicology studies.
Drug screening in whole blood using the Agilent 6546 LC/Q-TOF and the LC Screener Tool with automated sample preparation
In this application note, Agilent Technologies describes a method for the routine screening of drugs and their related metabolites in whole blood.
Automated plasma proteomic sample preparation
In this application note, Agilent Technologies demonstrates how PreOmics iST Technologies and the Agilent Bravo Automated Liquid Handling Platform accomplish all stages of sample preparation (denaturation, reduction, alkylation, enzymatic digestion, peptide purification, and desalting) in a single reaction vial.
Automated plasma processing for quantitative, targeted LC/MS analysis of proteins
In this application note, Agilent Technologies describes how the Agilent Bravo Automated Liquid Handling Platform was used for automated digestion to improve the reproducibility between experimental runs and reduce the labor intensity of this step when large numbers of samples are evaluated.
Complete automation of quantitative polymerase chain reaction assays on the Agilent Bravo Automated Liquid Handling Platform
In this application note, Agilent Technologies demonstrates using the Bravo Automated Liquid Handling Platform to set up a series of SYBR Green QPCR experiments to examine relative gene expression levels for a number of targets in several tissues.
Automation of Stratagene Absolutely RNA 96 Microprep Kit with the Bravo Automated Liquid Handling Platform
In this application note, Agilent Technologies describes a set of three protocols, written for the Bravo Platform to automatically handle binding, DNase treating, washing, and isolated RNA elution.
Cytochrome P450 assay on the Agilent Bravo Platform
In this application note, Agilent Technologies outlines a protocol for the Promega P450-Glo kit using the Agilent Bravo Platform.
Enhance lab productivity with Agilent automation solutions
Lab productivity is facing significant challenges, including rising demand, staffing shortages, and the need to maintain data quality while achieving high throughput. Discover how Agilent Technologies is transforming lab productivity with advanced automation solutions. In this video, Agilent Technologies’ Senior Product Managers Thomas Wu and Kevin McCann introduce the Bravo liquid handling platform and high-throughput mass spectrometry solutions such as the StreamSelect LC/MS System and RapidFire High Throughput MS. Learn how Agilent’s automation technologies help scientists enhance efficiency, reliability, and scalability in life sciences and genomic applications.
This video was filmed at SLAS2025.
Agilent Bravo: Automated sample preparation
In this video, Agilent Technologies describes how you can improve your workflow with Agilent Automation Solutions that can automate repetitive and mundane tasks that every lab struggles with, enabling you to gain time and run more samples.
Streamline Cell Analysis & Metabolomics Workflows
Hear how the Agilent Bravo liquid handling platform and comprehensive software can help you to automate sample preparation for consistent and reproducible results, improving downstream analysis and creating more walk-away time.
This interview was filmed as part of our coverage of SLAS2019 - see other video highlights here >>
Protein Purification with the Agilent Bravo
This video features the Agilent Bravo Liquid Handling Platform combined with AssayMAP technology for an automated high-throughput solution. The AssayMAP cartridge allows for direct liquid transfer allowing you to accelerate biologics discovery and development. Auto equilibration and washing preserve assay integrity and ensure your data is accurate and reproducible. The Bravo Platform is controlled by the intuitive VWorks interface, allowing for simple and flexible method creation.
Next Generation Sequencing Sample Preparation Made Easy
The video features the Agilent automation solutions for high throughput NGS sample preparation. It shows briefly the workflow for Agilent NGS Option A (Agilent Bravo Automated Liquid Handling Platform, Agilent PlateLoc Thermal Microplate Sealer and Agilent Bravo accessories) and Agilent Option B (Agilent NGS Option A, Agilent BenchCel 4R Microplate Handler and Agilent Labware MiniHub).
Bravo Automated Liquid Handling Platform: Versatility & Precision in a Compact Footprint
Watch this video to discover the Agilent Bravo Automated Liquid Handling Platform. This open automated platform leverages the high-throughput best-in-class liquid handling of the Bravo 96 AM with AssayMAP microchromatography technology to allow true chromatographic separation with precision flow control. Learn how the system can be configured for a monoclonal antibody purification and titre assay using a protein-A resin.
Liquid Handling Automation – Simplify Complex Protocols Without Compromising on Your Results
In this on-demand webinar, learn how introducing the right liquid handling automation platform could free up labor while increasing the throughput and accuracy of your experiments
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