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Tecan Fluent 1080
By Tecan
The Tecan Fluent 1080 is an automated laboratory pipetting workstation with a deck capacity of 72 SLAS-format plates or tip boxes, or more than 2,000 tubes.
The Fluent 1080 is a model in Tecan's Fluent series. The manufacturer states a deck capacity of 72 SLAS-format plates or tip boxes, or more than 2,000 tubes and a footprint of 2,150 x 785 mm (excluding PC), with up to three robotic arm(s). The page names the following applications: Complete process automation and high-batch liquid handling with peripheral device integration. Pipetting options on the page include the Flexible Channel Arm with eight channels (span 9 to 38 mm) and a Multiple Channel Arm 96 for 1 to 1,000 µL; these are options and not identical for every model. The page shows no order button for this model. Availability in the Netherlands is not confirmed.
Status 2026
ShowcaseThis model is listed as a showcase. Direct commercial availability has not been confirmed.- 01Industrial robot
Reprogrammable manipulator (robot arm) with three or more axes, for automation in industry.
- 02Laboratory automation
In the industrial robots category.
What is Tecan Fluent 1080?
Tecan Fluent 1080 is an industrial robot from Tecan, listed for complete process automation and high-batch liquid handling with peripheral device integration. Market status: showcase. Availability and deployment options should be confirmed with a supplier. Robotleasen does not sell robots; it helps businesses compare suppliers and recorded information.
Application
What was Fluent 1080 developed for?
Complete process automation
High-batch liquid handling with peripheral device integration
Business fit
When might Fluent 1080 be a fit?
An initial view based on the recorded category and model information
May be suitable for
- Organisations assessing a robot for a defined task and work environment.
- Teams comparing the robot's recorded profile with other options.
- Businesses that want to validate the application and integration requirements.
Considerations
- Confirm capabilities and current availability with the manufacturer or supplier.
- Check the work environment, integration needs and local support before selecting a model.
Facts
Did you know?
Notable facts about Fluent 1080, its manufacturer and this type of robot
According to ISO 8373:2021, an industrial robot is an automatically controlled manipulator that is reprogrammable, has multiple purposes and can be programmed in three or more axes.
Source: IFR, Industrial robots (ISO 8373)In 1961 the Unimate was installed on a General Motors assembly line in Ewing Township, New Jersey. Guinness World Records lists it as the first industrial production robot.
Source: Guinness World Records, First industrial production robotA safety standard for industrial robots, ISO 10218-1, appeared in February 2025 as its third edition.
Source: ISO 10218-1:2025Regulation (EU) 2023/1230 (the Machinery Regulation) replaces Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC and applies from 20 January 2027.
Source: EU-OSHA, Regulation (EU) 2023/1230
Market and supply
Is Fluent 1080 available?
A profile status is not a confirmed offer or delivery time
Status board
Checked 3 November 2026- Market statusShowcaseActive
- RegionNot publicly confirmedActive
- Lease / RaaSNot confirmedNot confirmed
- RentalNot confirmedNot confirmed
2 of 4 confirmedAvailability depends on market launch, region and the manufacturer's channels.
Manufacturer
Tecan
Tecan is listed in the Robotleasen directory with 2 robot models.
OUR INTERPRETATION
Our perspective on Fluent 1080
The Fluent 1080 is a model in Tecan's Fluent series. The manufacturer states a deck capacity of 72 SLAS-format plates or tip boxes, or more than 2,000 tubes and a footprint of 2,150 x 785 mm (excluding PC), with up to three robotic arm(s). The page names the following applications: Complete process automation and high-batch liquid handling with peripheral device integration. Pipetting options on the page include the Flexible Channel Arm with eight channels (span 9 to 38 mm) and a Multiple Channel Arm 96 for 1 to 1,000 µL; these are options and not identical for every model. The page shows no order button for this model. Availability in the Netherlands is not confirmed.
Lease or rent
Can you lease this robot?
Leasing options for this model are not in our data. Ask the supplier about leasing, rental or Robot-as-a-Service, or use our request page for advice.
Compare
Compare Fluent 1080
| Feature | Fluent 1080Tecan | Motoman MOTOMINIYaskawa | Motoman PL190Yaskawa |
|---|---|---|---|
| Market status | Showcase | Commercially available | Commercially available |
| Application | Complete process automation, High-batch liquid handling with peripheral device integration | Assembly, Handling | Palletising |
| Deployment | Not confirmed | Not confirmed | Not confirmed |
| Region | Not publicly confirmed | Not publicly confirmed | Not publicly confirmed |
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View robotFrequently asked questions
Questions about Fluent 1080
What is the Tecan Fluent 1080?
Tecan Fluent 1080 is an industrial robot from Tecan, listed for complete process automation and high-batch liquid handling with peripheral device integration. Market status: showcase. Availability and deployment options should be confirmed with a supplier. Robotleasen does not sell robots; it helps businesses compare suppliers and recorded information.
Which supplier is listed for the Tecan Fluent 1080?
Tecan Fluent 1080 is listed under Tecan, based in Not publicly confirmed. Check local sales and support terms directly with the supplier.
Is the Tecan Fluent 1080 available to buy or lease in the Netherlands?
Showcase. Deployment: not confirmed. Whether this model is available to buy, rent or lease in the Netherlands depends on the supplier. Ask a supplier to confirm current availability.
How much does the Tecan Fluent 1080 cost?
No reliable public price is listed for this model. Costs depend on configuration and supplier.
What is the Tecan Fluent 1080 used for?
The applications listed for the Tecan Fluent 1080 include complete process automation and high-batch liquid handling with peripheral device integration.
What are alternatives to the Tecan Fluent 1080?
Profiles include Yaskawa Motoman PL320, Yaskawa Motoman PL500 and Tecan Fluent 780. Compare their applications, specifications and market status.
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Sources and checks
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- Manufacturer lifesciences.tecan.com
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