Pluto Code

Replace Centrifugation with Pipette-Based Automation on Your Liquid Handler

Pluto Code is a software script that brings Curiox’s centrifuge-free washing technology (C-FREE™ Pluto) to the liquid handler you already own. It transforms your workstation into a gentle, hands-free washing system of suspension cells and particles—eliminating centrifugation, plate transfers, and manual intervention. 

No robotic arm. No centrifuge. No new hardware. As a pure software solution, Pluto Code grows with your lab. Deploy it across any number of workstations to standardize centrifuge-free washing everywhere. 

Compatible with leading systems including Tecan, Hamilton, Biomek, and Opentrons, Pluto Code supports both 96- and 384-well plates with pre-validated wash and mix parameters for a wide range of workflows.

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Why It Matters 

Centrifugation breaks automation. It forces manual intervention, introduces variability, and limits throughput. 

Pluto Code removes this bottleneck — allowing any compatible liquid handling workstation to perform gentle and centrifuge-free washing directly on-deck.  

The result: a high-throughput, scalable workflow that delivers gentle, consistent cell handling and removes one of the last manual steps in sample preparation. 

Key Features & Benefits 

Feature  Benefit 
Plug-and-play software  Installs directly on your existing liquid handler with no mechanical upgrades 
Pre-programmed wash + mix scripts  Automate both washing and reagent mixing sequences 
High-throughput  Supports up to 384-well plates, enabling scalable workflows from low- to high-volume applications 
Flexible wash intensities  Choose from Light, Moderate, Strong, or Ultra settings to match your assay’s needs 
Precision pipetting  Fixed-span pipette heads with concurrent Z-axis movement ensure consistent aspiration and dispensing 
Training & support  Comprehensive training ensures users quickly become proficient in integrating Pluto Code into their workflows. 
Scalable and affordable  One-time purchasing fee; optional annual updates and support 

How It Works 

  1. Load your 96- or 384-well plate on your existing liquid handler. 
  1. Run the Pluto Code script — no centrifuge or transfer required. 
  1. Perform gentle wash or media exchange cycles within minutes. 

Before vs. After Pluto Code 

Traditional Workflow  With Pluto Code 
Manual centrifuge between wash steps  Complete walk-away automation 
Requires centrifuge, plate washer, robotic arm  Uses existing liquid handler only 
Variable recovery and reproducibility  Consistent, reproducible results

Simple, Scalable, and Affordable 

Pluto Code gives every lab the power of centrifuge-free automation without replacing a single instrument.
It’s a software solution that grows with your lab — from single-deck systems to high-throughput platforms. 

  • One-time activation unlocks all centrifuge-free wash capabilities. 
  • Annual support plans keep your scripts updated with the latest validated protocols. 
  • Comprehensive training ensures teams can confidently modify and optimize workflows. 

Skip centrifugation. Upgrade to Pluto. 

Pluto Code is redefining automation — bringing simpler, centrifuge-free workflows to every liquid handler. 

Part Number Description Quantity Quantity
CF-PLU-CODE-01 C-FREE, Pluto Code 1 Request a Quote

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Part Number Description Quantity Ordering
CF-PLU-INS-01 C-FREE, Pluto, Installation & Calibration 1 Request a Quote
CF-PLU-SY-01 C-FREE, Pluto, 1-year Service and PM 1 Request a Quote
CF-PLU-1PM-01 C-FREE, Pluto, One-time Preventative Maintenance 1 Request a Quote
CF-PLU-TRVL-01 C-FREE, Pluto, Flat Rate Travel 1 Request a Quote

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Why It Matters 

Centrifugation breaks automation. It forces manual intervention, introduces variability, and limits throughput. 

Pluto Code removes this bottleneck — allowing any compatible liquid handling workstation to perform gentle and centrifuge-free washing directly on-deck.  

The result: a high-throughput, scalable workflow that delivers gentle, consistent cell handling and removes one of the last manual steps in sample preparation. 

Key Features & Benefits 

Feature  Benefit 
Plug-and-play software  Installs directly on your existing liquid handler with no mechanical upgrades 
Pre-programmed wash + mix scripts  Automate both washing and reagent mixing sequences 
High-throughput  Supports up to 384-well plates, enabling scalable workflows from low- to high-volume applications 
Flexible wash intensities  Choose from Light, Moderate, Strong, or Ultra settings to match your assay’s needs 
Precision pipetting  Fixed-span pipette heads with concurrent Z-axis movement ensure consistent aspiration and dispensing 
Training & support  Comprehensive training ensures users quickly become proficient in integrating Pluto Code into their workflows. 
Scalable and affordable  One-time purchasing fee; optional annual updates and support 

How It Works 

  1. Load your 96- or 384-well plate on your existing liquid handler. 
  1. Run the Pluto Code script — no centrifuge or transfer required. 
  1. Perform gentle wash or media exchange cycles within minutes. 

Before vs. After Pluto Code 

Traditional Workflow  With Pluto Code 
Manual centrifuge between wash steps  Complete walk-away automation 
Requires centrifuge, plate washer, robotic arm  Uses existing liquid handler only 
Variable recovery and reproducibility  Consistent, reproducible results

Simple, Scalable, and Affordable 

Pluto Code gives every lab the power of centrifuge-free automation without replacing a single instrument.
It’s a software solution that grows with your lab — from single-deck systems to high-throughput platforms. 

  • One-time activation unlocks all centrifuge-free wash capabilities. 
  • Annual support plans keep your scripts updated with the latest validated protocols. 
  • Comprehensive training ensures teams can confidently modify and optimize workflows. 

Skip centrifugation. Upgrade to Pluto. 

Pluto Code is redefining automation — bringing simpler, centrifuge-free workflows to every liquid handler. 

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