ChipGenie^® edition P is an instrument for on-chip sample preparation steps like DNA-extraction or cell lysis. The instrument in the size of a cigar box features a click–in holder frame for microscope slide format chips and contains a linearly moving magnet as well as a temperature control. The heating element as well as the permanent magnet is located underneath the chip as shown in Fig. 445. LED signals indicate the current operating status and a LCD display indicates the set temperature, alternatively the actual temperature. The arrangement of the switches provides a comfortable handling for pipetting in manual use. The instrument is a bench top instrument with a 5V DC power supply.