Product Overview
Ion OneTouch Automated DNA Template Amplification System for Ion Torrent PGM, Proton, and S5 Sequencing Workflows
Condition
Single unit available. Used, with minor cosmetic scuffs and scratches on the top panel, side panels, and bottom surface consistent with normal lab handling. Display screen is intact. Warning labels, pneumatic fittings, drain tube, hose clamp, translucent reservoir, and all rear ports are present. Evaluation: Visual inspection only. Function testing not performed. Power supply is not included and the required input is 24VDC - verify your power supply situation before ordering. Sourced from a government research facility.
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Product Overview
Life Technologies Ion OneTouch Instrument - automated template preparation system for Ion Torrent next-generation sequencing workflows. Serial number 201108269 confirmed on label. Rated 24VDC 6A MAX. Gas input rated 30PSI MAX. Made in USA.
The Ion OneTouch performs clonal amplification of prepared DNA libraries onto Ion Sphere Particles (ISPs) - the critical step that converts a library into a sequencing-ready template. It replaces manual emulsion PCR steps with an automated thermal cycling and fluidic process, improving reproducibility between runs. Compatible with Ion PGM, Ion Proton, Ion S5, and Ion S5 XL sequencers.
Rear panel connections confirmed by photos: Ethernet port, USB port, 8-pin DIN connector, power input, and brass pneumatic gas fitting with PTFE tape installed. Two recessed fluid ports on the top deck. Three mounting feet on the bottom panel are intact.
Note: The "Ion OneTouch" label (without the "2" designation) is confirmed on the instrument label in photos. Whether this represents the original Ion OneTouch or is labeled without the version suffix is not confirmed - verify against your existing Ion Torrent system requirements before ordering.
Key Features
- Automated clonal amplification of DNA libraries onto Ion Sphere Particles
- Rated input: 24VDC 6A MAX (power supply not included)
- Gas input: 30PSI MAX via brass pneumatic fitting
- Rear ports: Ethernet, USB, 8-pin DIN, power, pneumatic gas fitting
- Compatible sequencing platforms: Ion PGM, Ion Proton, Ion S5, Ion S5 XL
- Thermal cycling modality for template amplification
- Peristaltic pump fluidic system
- Drain tube, hose clamp, and translucent reservoir present
- Compact benchtop footprint
- Serial: 201108269 - Made in USA
- Cosmetic wear only - display screen intact, all visible ports and fittings intact
Applications
- Template preparation for Ion PGM, Ion Proton, Ion S5, and Ion S5 XL sequencing runs
- Clonal amplification of barcoded DNA libraries prior to semiconductor sequencing
- Replacement instrument for existing Ion Torrent lab workflows
- Parts donor for in-service Ion OneTouch systems
- Hands-on training in NGS sample prep technique for molecular biology education programs
- Academic genomics lab instrumentation where budget is a constraint
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the power supply included?
No. The unit is rated 24VDC 6A MAX. You will need a compatible 24VDC power supply to operate this instrument. Verify the correct supply specification against your documentation before sourcing one.
Was the unit function tested?
No. Evaluation was visual inspection only. The instrument appears in clean condition with no visible damage beyond cosmetic scuffs. Function testing was not performed.
What sequencers is this compatible with?
The Ion OneTouch is designed for the Ion Torrent platform - specifically Ion PGM, Ion Proton, Ion S5, and Ion S5 XL sequencers. It is not compatible with other NGS platforms such as Illumina. The Ion 510 Chip is not confirmed compatible with the Ion OneTouch template preparation workflow - verify before use.
Is the Ion OneTouch ES enrichment module included?
No. This listing is for the Ion OneTouch Instrument only. The ES enrichment module is a separate component and is not included.
What consumables are required to run this system?
Ion OneTouch Template Kits and Ion Sphere Particles are required. Consumable availability and compatibility with your specific sequencer and chip type should be confirmed before ordering. Not confirmed by us.
Does the gas input require a specific gas or just compressed air?
Gas input is rated 30PSI MAX per the instrument label. The specific gas type required is not confirmed - verify against your system documentation before connecting.
Genomics moved fast in the Ion Torrent era - instruments like this one were doing in an afternoon what once took a week on the bench. Whoever brings this system back online inherits a piece of that acceleration, one sequencing run at a time.
