Opentrons Integration

This one's for writing Python protocols that control Opentrons Flex and OT-2 lab robots. You get Protocol API v2 coverage for pipetting operations, liquid handling workflows, and hardware modules like heater-shakers and thermocyclers. The skill walks through the standard protocol structure (metadata, requirements, run function), loading instruments and labware onto specific deck slots, and all the core operations like transfer, distribute, and consolidate. It also covers the less obvious stuff like flow rate control, air gaps to prevent dripping, and accessing wells by rows or columns. If you're automating serial dilutions, PCR setup, or plate replication, this gives you the patterns and module control commands you need.

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last updated: Aug 21, 2026

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$ npx -y skills add davila7/claude-code-templates --skill opentrons-integration --agent claude-code

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Opentrons Integration

Overview

Opentrons is a Python-based lab automation platform for Flex and OT-2 robots. Write Protocol API v2 protocols for liquid handling, control hardware modules (heater-shaker, thermocycler), manage labware, for automated pipetting workflows.

When to Use This Skill

This skill should be used when:

Writing Opentrons Protocol API v2 protocols in Python
Automating liquid handling workflows on Flex or OT-2 robots
Controlling hardware modules (temperature, magnetic, heater-shaker, thermocycler)
Setting up labware configurations and deck layouts
Implementing complex pipetting operations (serial dilutions, plate replication, PCR setup)
Managing tip usage and optimizing protocol efficiency
Working with multi-channel pipettes for 96-well plate operations
Simulating and testing protocols before robot execution