Microplate Instrumentation and Equipment

Microplate Instrumentation and Equipment





Applied Biosystems™ MicroAmp™ Adhesive Film Applicator
Use to form a secure seal between a microplate and an adhesive film
Fisherbrand™ accuSkan™ FC Filter-Based Microplate Photometer
For research and routine ELISA applications
Electrical Requirements | 100/240 V, 50/60 Hz |
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Warranty | 1 Year |
Shaking | Linear shaking with 3 modes |
Excitation Filters | 8-position filter wheel; filters installed: 405nm, 450nm, and 620nm |
Light Source | Quartz Halogen Lamp |
Detector Type | Photodetector |
Accuracy | ±1% (0 to 3 Abs) or ±0.003 Abs, which ever is greater at 405 nm |
Dimensions (L x W x H) | 11.4 x 15.7 x 8.7 in. (29 x 40 x 22 cm) |
Precision | CV ≤ 0.2% (0.3 to 3 Abs) at 405 nm |
For Use With (Equipment) | Robotic automation |
Linearity | 96-well plate: 0 to 3 Abs (±2% at 405 nm) 384-well plate: 0 to 2.5 Abs (±2% at 405 nm) |
Measurement Speed | 96 wells: 6 sec. (fast mode), 12 sec. (normal mode) |
Wavelength Range | 340 to 850 nm |
Interface | PC Control, Internal Software |
Resolution | 0.001 Abs |
Fisherbrand™ Semi-Automated Thermal Plate Sealer
The Semi-Automated Thermal Plate Sealer provides fast and reproducible sealing of microplates. Uniform sealing of all wells and consistency from plate to plate is ensured by controlling the specific temperature and pressure exerted on each plate/seal.
Fisherbrand™ accuWash™ and accuWash Versa Microplate Washers
Ease of use, convenience and versatility for washing microplates in ELISA applications
Electrical Requirements | 100/240 V 50/60 Hz |
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Dimensions (L x W x H) | 15.2 x 13.6 x 9.4 in. (38.5 x 34.5 x 24 cm) |
Voltage | 100/240 V |
Residual Volume | <2 μL |
Weight (English) | 20 lb. |
Weight (Metric) | 9 kg |
Thermo Scientific™ Matrix™ SepraSeal Capping Systems, Cap Removal Tool
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Accommodate a range of application and storage requirements. These flexible capping options allow automated piercing, visual identification and sterility preference.
Thermo Scientific™ ALPS 3000™ Automated Microplate Heat Sealer
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Seal in heat fast with this automated heat sealer, designed for both optimal robotic integration in high throughput labs and manual benchtop control.
Thermo Scientific™ ALPS5000 Automated Plate Heat Sealer
Fast, reliable and quiet automated plate sealing solution for any lab.
Thermo Scientific™ Cap-It Tool (for domed cap strips)
Make sealing PCR and qPCR plates or tube strips easy
Agilent BioTek ELx405 Select Deep Well Microplate Washer
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The BioTek ELx405 Select is the first deep well plate washer that aspirates and dispenses into 96- and 384-well deep well and standard height microplates.
Height (Metric) | 25.4 cm |
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Depth (English) | 17 in. |
Fluid Delivery Type | One positive displacement pump |
Width (English) | 14 in. |
Temperature (English) Operating | 59°F to 86°F |
Width (Metric) | 35.6 cm |
Type | Microplate Washer |
Precision | ≤3% CV |
Depth (Metric) | 43.2 cm |
Wash Cycles | 1 to 10 |
Voltage | 100/240 V |
Humidity | 10 to 80%, noncondensing |
Soak Time | Programmable in minutes and seconds, up to 60 min. |
Amperage | <8 A |
Frequency | 50/60 Hz |
Residual Volume | ≤2 μL/well |
Weight (English) | 30 lb. |
Certifications/Compliance | CE and TUV marked. RoHS compliant. |
Temperature (Metric) Operating | 15°C to 30°C |
Height (English) | 10 in. |
Display | Backlit LCD |
Weight (Metric) | 13.5 kg |
Agilent BioTek 406 FX Washer Dispenser, IVD
The 406 FX IVD is a compact instrument offering fast, full plate washing along with up to six reagent dispensers, making it suitable for more complex liquid handling requirements in the clinical laboratory. For In Vitro Diagnostic Use.
Agilent BioTek EL406 Microplate Washer/Dispenser, IVD
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The BioTek EL406 washer dispenser is a compact instrument offering fast, full plate washing along with three reagent dispensers. For In Vitro Diagnostic Use.
Height (Metric) | 31.8 cm |
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Depth (English) | 18 in. |
Width (English) | 16.5 in. |
Width (Metric) | 42 cm |
Flow Rate | High to Low Flow; Optimized rates for cell assays |
Type | Microplate Washer/Dispenser |
Accuracy | ±3%; Dispensing: ±1 μL at 5 μL, +1 μL at 20 μL, ±1% at 100 μL |
Bottles | Optional (1 or 2 L) |
Dispense Volume | 500 nL to 3000 μL/well |
Precision | Wash: <3% CV (model dependent); Dispense (Syringe Pump): ≤5% CV at 5 μL, ≤2.5% CV at 20 μL, ≤1% CV at 100 μL |
Depth (Metric) | 46 cm |
Wash Cycles | 1 to 250 |
Voltage | 100/240 V |
Soak Time | Programmable in minutes and seconds, up to 60 min. |
Increments | 1 μL |
Frequency | 50/60 Hz |
Residual Volume | ≤2 μL/well |
Weight (English) | 32 lb. |
Certifications/Compliance | CE and TUV marked. RoHS compliant. |
Height (English) | 12.5 in. |
Weight (Metric) | 14.5 kg |
Plate Type | 96-, 384- and 1536-well; Low profile and standard height; Solid and filter bottom (option) plates |
Agilent BioTek 50 TS Microplate Washer
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The BioTek 50 TS washer offers excellent microplate washing performance. For Research Use Only. Not for use in diagnostic procedures.
Wash Volume | 25 to 3000 μL/well |
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Connections | USB (1) |
Fluid Delivery Type | One positive displacement syringe drive |
Automation Interface | 4.3 in. Color LCD Touch Screen Display |
Flow Rate | 150 to 1000 μL/well/sec. (manifold dependent) |
Type | Microplate Washer |
Bottles | Optional (2 to 4 L) |
Wash Cycles | 1 to 10 |
Soak Time | Programmable in minutes and seconds, up to 30 min. |
Weight (English) | 22 lb. |
Certifications/Compliance | CE and TUV marked. RoHS compliant. |
Display | 4.3 in. LCD Color Touch Screen |
Weight (Metric) | 9.8 kg |
Plate Type | 24-, 96-, 384-well Plates (96- and 384-well: Standard and Low Profile Plates, Solid and Filter Bottom (Option), 24-well Plates with 4-well Manifold) |
Agilent BioTek 405LS Microplate Washer, IVD
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The BioTek 405 LS washer has a well earned reputation as an economical plate washer that offers excellent performance and reliability. For In Vitro Diagnostic Use.
Height (Metric) | 25.4 cm |
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Depth (English) | 17 in. |
Width (English) | 14 in. |
Width (Metric) | 35.6 cm |
Flow Rate | High to Low Flow; Optimized rates for cell assays |
Type | Microplate Washer |
Bottles | Optional (4 or 10 L) |
Washing Speed | 96-wells: 300 μL/well, 3 cycles: <30 s; 384-wells: 100 μL/well, 3 cycles: <80 s; 384-wells: 400 μL/well, 1 cycle: <20 s |
Dispense Volume | 25 to 3000 μL/well |
Precision | <3% CV: 300 μL/well (96-well washing); <4% CV: 80 μL/well (384-well washing) |
Depth (Metric) | 43.2 cm |
Wash Cycles | 1 to 250 |
Voltage | 100/240 V |
Humidity | 10 to 85%, noncondensing |
Soak Time | Programmable in minutes and seconds, up to 60 min. |
Increments | 1 μL |
Frequency | 50/60 Hz |
Weight (English) | With internal buffer switching - 36 lb.; Without - 30 lb. |
Certifications/Compliance | CE and TUV marked. RoHS compliant. |
Height (English) | 10 in. |
Weight (Metric) | With internal buffer switching - 16.5 kg; Without - 13.5 kg |
Plate Type | 96- and 384-well, Low Profile and Standard, Solid and Filter Bottom (Pore Sizes 0.45 to 1.2 μm) Plates |
Agilent BioTek 405 TS Touch Microplate Washer
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The BioTek 405 TS washer has an excellent reputation in life science research for outstanding results in many applications.
Wash Volume | 25 to 3000 μL/well |
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Connections | USB (2) |
Height (Metric) | 25.4 cm |
Depth (English) | 17 in. |
Fluid Delivery Type | Internal positive displacement pump |
Automation Interface | High Resolution LED Backlit Touch Screen |
Width (English) | 14 in. |
Width (Metric) | 35.6 cm |
Type | Microplate Washer |
Bottles | Optional (4 or 10 L) |
Dispense Volume | 25 to 3000 μL/well (192-pin manifold); 50 to 3000 μL/well (96-pin manifold) |
Depth (Metric) | 43.2 cm |
Wash Cycles | 1 to 250 |
Voltage | 100/240 V |
Soak Time | Programmable in minutes and seconds, up to 60 min. |
Frequency | 50/60 Hz |
Residual Volume | ≤2 μL/well |
Weight (English) | With internal buffer switching - 36 lb.; Without - 30 lb. |
Certifications/Compliance | CE and TUV marked. RoHS compliant. |
Height (English) | 10 in. |
Display | LED |
Weight (Metric) | With internal buffer switching - 16.5 kg; Without - 13.5 kg |
Plate Type | 96- and 384-well, Low Profile and Standard, Solid and Filter Bottom (Option) Plates |
Agilent BioTek 406 FX Washer Dispenser
The 406 FX is a compact instrument offering fast, full plate washing along with up to six reagent dispensers. For Research Use Only.