The 10x Chromium Controller is a benchtop single cell library preparation system. The platform utilises advanced microfluids to generate tens of thousands of single cell partitions, each containing an identifying barcode for downstream analysis. Partitioning events occur on a microfluidic chip in the presence of barcoded gel beads and oil to create GEMs (Gel Bead in EMulsion). Up to 8 samples can be run simultaneously per chip.