cab axon 1
Automated tube labeling for efficient laboratory workflows.
Maximize your lab’s automation potential with a labeler designed to integrate effortlessly into your systems.
- Vertical tube orientation
- Compatible with robotic handling
- Supports both capped and filled tubes
Designed with automation in mind, the Axon 1 keeps your lab moving efficiently, handling every tube with precision, no matter the setup.
Advanced tube labeling automation.
The Axon 1 delivers high-speed, automated tube labeling built for demanding lab environments. Whether supporting biobanks, high-throughput screening, or other large-scale workflows, it keeps pace with extensive sample volumes. By minimizing manual steps and ensuring precise, repeatable placement, the system drives efficiency and consistency in labs where speed and accuracy are critical.
robotic handling
The Axon 1’s vertical orientation makes it ideal for robotic pick and place, ensuring seamless integration into automated workflows. Watch Video >
workflow flexibility
Enable accurate, efficient labeling before or after filling and capping tubes, providing unmatched flexibility in lab operations.
compact design
The space-saving design allows the Axon 1 to integrate seamlessly into existing workflows without compromising on performance.
Key features of the Axon 1.
The Axon 1 is built for high-volume lab environments, offering fast and precise labeling with a focus on automated workflows. Designed for integration with robotic pick-and-place systems, the Axon 1 ensures consistent, error-free labeling that keeps lab operations running smoothly.
- 2-second print and apply cycle time for high efficiency
- Precision placement to prevent scanning errors and downtime
- Seamless integration with robotic systems for hands-free operation
- Vertical tube orientation allows for labeling of filled and capped tubes
Tube specifications.
The Axon 1 is the go-to choice for labs that need to label specialized tubes that other labelers might struggle with. It efficiently labels capped tubes, including hinge caps, as well as conical tubes and filled tubes. The Axon 1 can label tubes within the following specifications:
- Tube diameter: 7 mm to 26 mm
- Tube length: 20 mm to 130 mm (includes cap)
- Tube conicity: up to .8%
- Tube orientation: vertical
Engineered labels for automated tube application.
Axon 1 tube labels are engineered for the demands of automated application. Each label balances stiffness for reliable feeding with flexibility for secure wrapping, ensuring smooth release from the liner and accurate placement. The result is dependable adhesion that keeps barcodes scannable and samples traceable through every step of the workflow.




Auto-Apply Cryogenic Tube Labels.
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Cryogenic tube labels engineered for reliable automated application and long-term identification in ultra-low temperature storage. Thermal transfer ribbon included.
- Cryogenic temperature resistance
- Small-diameter tube labeling
- Thermal transfer print automation




Auto-Apply Wrap-Around Labels.
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Wrap-around tube labels engineered for automated label applicators and enhanced chemical and abrasion resistance. Thermal transfer ribbon included.
- Automation compatible labels
- Superior chemical resistance
- Clear laminate 360° overwrap




Auto-Apply Blood Tube Labels.
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Blood tube labels engineered for reliable print-and-apply automation with compatible tube labelers. Durable thermal transfer ribbon included.
- Blood collection tubes
- Variable sample identification
- Thermal transfer print automation
Engineered label construction supports reliable dispensing.
Liner thickness, stiffness, and release characteristics support consistent dispensing to keep automated print-and-apply cycles running reliably.
Label flexibility improves tube conformity.
Flexible facestocks and adhesives conform around small tube diameters, helping labels apply smoothly and maintain consistent surface contact.
Compatible ribbons improve print reliability.
Matched thermal transfer ribbons produce durable, scannable barcodes, keeping variable identification clear throughout automated tube labeling workflows.
Custom Auto-Apply Tube Labels.
- custom fit
- engineered materials
- automation
Don’t see what you’re looking for? Get custom auto-apply tube labels engineered for your labware, AXON applicator, workflows, and conditions.
Custom die-cut sizes, shapes, and formats
Automation-compatible label constructions
Compatible thermal transfer ribbons
Achieve reliable print-and-apply performance with tube labels engineered for consistent dispensing, application, and identification.
Why choose the Axon 1?
The Axon 1 is built for labs needing fast, precise labeling at scale. Designed for robotic pick-and-place handling, it runs independently and frees operators for higher-value work. With consistent label placement, it prevents scanning errors in automated instruments, helping reduce downtime and keep workflows running smoothly.
placement accuracy
The Axon 1 ensures every label is applied with precise accuracy, reducing errors and maintaining the integrity of your samples.
high-throughput
Designed for high-volume labs, the Axon 1 labels large quantities quickly, enhancing workflow efficiency without sacrificing quality.
seamless integration
The Axon 1 easily integrates into your existing lab setup, automating the labeling process and streamlining operations.
Advanced labeling for high-volumes.
The Axon 1 is tailored for laboratories that need reliable and efficient labeling solutions. Designed with robotic pick-and-place handling in mind, it operates without requiring constant operator involvement, allowing your team to focus on other critical tasks. This labeler excels at maintaining precise label placement, which is crucial for preventing scanning errors in automated lab instruments.
A misaligned label could cause a scan to fail, leading to downtime that disrupts automated processes. The Axon 1’s consistent, accurate labeling helps to avoid these issues, ensuring that your lab’s automated workflows run smoothly. With a fast print and apply cycle time, the Axon 1 is well-suited to high-volume tasks, enabling your lab to maintain a steady pace without sacrificing quality.
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