Used Lab Equipment

The Multidrop 384 Reagent Dispenser portions a wide range of solutions into 96- and 384-well plates across a 5 to 395μL volume range, providing reliable microvolume dispensing for pharmaceutical and biotechnology laboratories. It offers precise and reproducible dispensing results, high speed dispensing for high assay throughput, easy setup and easy integration with different robotic setups.

Specifications:

• Plate types: 39, 384 Well plates
• Dispensing volume range: 5 - 395 μl
• Dispensing precision: 5 µl: CV≤10% (typical), 20 µl: CV≤1.5% (typical), 100 µl: CV≤1% (typical)
• Dimensions: 31W x 32D x 15.5H cm
• Electrical: 110-120 V
• Weight: 6.2 kg

Features:

The QIAgility is a compact benchtop instrument that enables rapid, high-precision setup of PCR experiments with ready-to-use software for ease and convenience. The software provides step-by-step guidance for worktable setup and automatic calculation of all mixes, eliminating the need to program pipetting steps. Just select the kit and cycler, define your targets and start the run. For added flexibility the QIAgility is operated via a laptop computer.

Specifications:

• Communications: USB and RS232

• Conductive Filtered Tips: 50 µl and 200 µl Conductive Filtered Tips for liquid-level sensing

• Consumables (supplied): 10 racks of 50 µl Conductive Filtered Tips (960); 10 racks of 200 µl Conductive Filtered Tips (960); 25 x 5 ml tubes; 100 x 0.2 µl PCR tubes; 3 Tip Disposal Boxes

• Dimensions Height: 45 cm (18 in.), instrument lid closed; Height: 86 cm (34 in.), instrument lid open; Width: 54 cm (21 in.); Depth: 63 cm (25 in.), without cables

• Electrical: 100–240 V AC, 250 VA, 50–60 Hz

• HEPA filter: Preinstalled dual-cartridge 3M Air-Mate HEPA (High Efficiency Particulate Air) filter system provides positive pressure clean air within the closed hood.

• Humidity: Operating humidity: 40–70%

• Liquid-level sensing: Minimum detection volume (10 µl in 200 µl PCR tubes). Only functional in combination with QIAGEN Conductive Filtered Tips.

• Notebook (supplied): QIAgility comes with a notebook computer for added flexibility.

• Pipetting head: Single channel

• Place of operation: For indoor use only

• Pollution level: 2

• Precision: CV <1%, 5–200 µl (dry-well transfer) CV <5%, 2–5 µl (wet-well transfer) CV <10%, 1 µl

• Software: Supplied with unlimited user license. Free upgrades by Web download.

• Table capacity: 6 x SBS positions (127.76 x 85.48 mm) for adapters and Tip Rack Holders 1 x Master Mix Block 1x Reagent Block

• Temperature: Operating temperature, 15–30 °C (59–86°F)

• Tip disposal: All used tips ejected externally — no waste accumulation on the worktable

• Tip volume: 1–200 µl

Includes:

• Agilent G2938A Bioanalyzer
• Computer with Bioanalyzer Software
• Vortexer
• Priming Station

The Agilent 2100 Bioanalyzer is a microfluidics-based platform for sizing, quantification and quality control of DNA, RNA, proteins and cells. Results are delivered within 30-40 minutes in automated,

high quality digital data.

Miniaturization of analytical instrumentation has many advantages over conventional techniques. These advantages include improved data precision and reproducibility, short analysis times, minimal sample consumption, improved automation and integration of complex workflows

Areas of Application:

• On-chip flow cytometry
  • The easy way to acquire dual-color, cell-based fluorescence data
• RNA quality check with RIN
  • The industry standard for RNA analysis offering total RNA, mRNA and Small RNA's data including RIN algorithm (RNA Integrity Number)
• DNA size and quantity
  • Smart, high resolution separation and quantification of DNA Highly sensitive DNA sample QC for next generation sequencing experiments
• SDS-PAGE replacement for protein analysis
  • The fast and reliable way to determine the quantity and purity of proteins from Coomassie down to silver stain sensitivity

Features:

• Faster than gels – analyze 10-12 samples in 30-40 minutes
• Easy to use – load the chip, press "start“, the instrument does the rest
• Ready-to-use assays and pre-packaged reagent kits
• Reproducible data, contamination-free hardware
• Quick and easy sample comparison – one-click overlay, scaling or zooming features
• Reproducible, complete and digital data
• Easy handling, storage and exchange of digital data
• Quantification of each individual fragment per sample offers purity results 2-color analysis of fluorescently stained cells
• Data is acquired and archived in digital format.

Highly automated with a compact size and complete end-to-end automation, offers a broad menu for routine and specialty assays.

Specifications:

• Test menu: Clotting, chromogenic and immunological assays
• Continuous sample and reagent loading: YES
• Continuous operation: YES
• Sample and reagent transport system: Racks
• Samples onboard: 80 (10/sample rack)
• Closed-Tube Sampling: YES (cap-piercing)
• Reagents onboard: 40 (refrigerated)
• Reagents barcode reader: YES (integrated)
• Barcoded reagents: YES (barcode includes lot, exp. date and vial size)
• Cuvettes onboard: 800
• Applications onboard: 500 (250 user-definable)
• Tests/sample: 30
• Throughput:
  • PT: up to 240 tests/hr (240 samples/hr)
  • APTT: up to 180 tests/hr (180 samples/hr)
  • PT/APTT: up to 180 tests/hr (90 samples/hr)
• Sample predilution: YES
• Calibration curve predilution: YES
• Factor parallelism: YES
• Rerun and reflex testing: YES (configurable)
• Reaction-curves display: YES
• Quality Control program: YES (with configurable multi-rules)
• Results autovalidation: YES
• Patient sample results database: 20,000 samples (configurable)
• Security system: YES (configurable)
• Events log system: YES
• Bidirectional interface: YES
• Host query function: YES
• PC: External (dedicated)
• Operating system: Windows XP
• Monitor: 17-inch color LCD touchscreen (external)
• Keyboard: YES (external)
• Mouse: YES (external)
• Printer: YES (external)
• User interface: Windows XP-based
• Unit dimensions (w x d x h): 110 x 82 x 73 cm (43 x 32 x 29 in)
• Weight (analyzer): 147 kg (324 lbs)

Features:

The compact and lightweight XRD-384 reagent dispenser accommodates a wide variety of shallow and deep-well microplates including 96, 384 and 1536-well formats.

Designed for the precise dispensing of volumes from 0.5ul to 2000ul, this system will fill a 384-well format microplate in 10 seconds.

Specifications:

• Dispensing Accuracy: <2% CV at 5μl

• Tube:0.1ul  (96-125μl/384 version) 1μl (96-500μl version) Cassette type special silicon tubing set.

• Processing Speed: 10 sec/384-well format microplate

• Work Area: 96, 384, 1536 well format microplate x1, reservoir x1

• Program Memory: 100 programs

• Power Supply: 100 - 200 VAC

• Dimensions: W 370mm x D 310mm x H 270mm

• Weight: 9kg (approx)

Features:

BioSpa™ 8 Automated Incubator links BioTek readers and imagers together with washers and dispensers for full workflow automation of up to 8 microplates or other labware. BioSpa 8 can automate your workflows, from ELISA to long term live cell assays. Temperature and CO₂/O₂ control, plus humidity monitoring and lid handling ensure an ideal environment for cell cultures during all experiment stages, with minimal manual intervention. BioSpa's software records and reports session timelines and environmental conditions, while customizable text and email alerts assure confidence during long and short term runs. Link a washer or dispenser and a plate reader or imager for start-to-finish workflow automation.

Specifications:

• Description: Incubation to 45°C and CO2/O2 control and monitoring, water pan and humidity monitoring
• CO2 Control : Range 0 – 20%,
• Control resolution ±0.1%,
  • Stability: ±0.2 at 5% CO2; O2
• Control: Range: 1 – 19%,
• Control resolution:±0.1%,
  • Stability: ±0.2 at 1% O2
• Humidity: rH 80 to 95% (lidded plates and 5% CO2)

Performance

• Restacking feature allows plates to be returned to the input stack in their original order
• Can be operated without an external computer when used with the ELx405 Microplate Washer, MicroFill Microplate Dispenser, NanoQuot Microplate Dispenser, or MicroFlo Select Microplate Dispenser
• 30 or 50 standard height microplates (96- or 384-well) per interchangeable stack Optional rotational wrist allows users to integrate both landscape and portrait orientation microplate carriers with the instrument remaining in its optimal, ergonomic-friendly position
• Variable microplate input Small footprint conserves precious benchtop space; fits easily in most standard laboratory hoods

Design

• Universal design compatible with most supported BioTek instrumentation Designed for heavy use with aluminum precision-ground base Linear mechanisms built around proven BioTek technology Quiet operation with cams activated by stepper motors No moving parts to wear within motors Gripper incorporates rack and pinion drive for synchronistic movement Reliable transport with microplate gripped from below Onboard self-diagnostics ensure trouble-free operation

Specifications:

Performance:

• Restacking feature allows plates to be returned to the input stack in their original order
• Can be operated without an external computer when used with the ELx405 Microplate Washer, MicroFill Microplate Dispenser, NanoQuot Microplate Dispenser, or MicroFlo Select Microplate Dispenser
• 30 or 50 standard height microplates (96- or 384-well) per interchangeable stack Optional rotational wrist allows users to integrate both landscape and portrait orientation microplate carriers with the instrument remaining in its optimal, ergonomic-friendly position
• Variable microplate input Small footprint conserves precious benchtop space; fits easily in most standard laboratory hoods

Design:

• Universal design compatible with most supported BioTek instrumentation Designed for heavy use with aluminum precision-ground base Linear mechanisms built around proven BioTek technology Quiet operation with cams activated by stepper motors No moving parts to wear within motors Gripper incorporates rack and pinion drive for synchronistic movement Reliable transport with microplate gripped from below Onboard self-diagnostics ensure trouble-free operation

Features:

• <10 seconds plate exchange time
• Range of formats including 24-, 48-, 96-, 384- and 1536-well
• 10, 30, or 50 standard height microplates per interchangeable stack
• De-lidding and re-lidding capability with patented BioStack 4
• Rotational gripper for ergonomic  and compact integration
• Restacking capability
• Optional barcode scanner
• Direct control through washer and dispenser interface or via LHC or Gen5 PC software
• Small footprint conserves precious bench top space
• Walk away automation

Description:

High-content screening (HCS) or high-content analysis (HCA) requires an instrument designed to extract the maximum information from your sample in a robust and reproducible manner with the speed for high-throughput analysis. The entire Thermo Scientific portfolio of HCA instruments helps deliver on those parameters and includes:

• Superior illumination—the LED light engine reduces intensity fluctuations and optical component wear, eliminates moving parts, and reduces both integration and channel switching times
• Rapid data analysis—Thermo Scientific HCS Studio software analyzes your images in real time, so that you collect all the data you need to make decisions that count
• Reagent compatibility—Thermo Scientific HCS platforms build on the expertise of Molecular Probes in reagent development with exquisite fluorescent tools for interrogating the biology of the cell

Specifications:

• Camera: Photometrics X1 Camera with 4.54um/pixel
• Live cell: Optional HCA On-Stage Incubator with Kinetic scheduling of acquisition
• Software: HCA Studio 3.1 Cell Analysis Software. Optional client software available
• Database: STORE Express Image and Database Management Software Included, Scalable SQL/Oracle database options available

Features:

Direct-Q® systems deliver both pure and ultrapure water directly from tap for use with a wide variety of applications in your lab. Direct-Q® systems can be equipped with integrated or external reservoirs and are designed for under bench-, bench- or wall-mounting. The system's built-in 185nm UV lamp reduces the levels of organics for critical applications. You can fine-tune your ultrapure water quality to match your applications using Application specific point-of-use polishers to remove specific contaminants such as bacteria, particulates, pyrogen, nucleases, endocrine disruptors or volatile organic compounds. The system's versatile remote dispenser helps you stay focused on your work by providing ultrapure water delivery where you need it. The remote dispenser can be placed up to two meters from the Direct-Q® system, and are available in free-standing or wall-mounted models.  

Specifications:

• Feed Water Nature: Potable Tap Water
• Flow Rate: 5 Liters per hour
• Daily Product Water Usage  : 60L/day
• Dimensions: 15 x 11.4 x 21.3 (DxWxH)  
• Product Water Resistivity: 
  • Ultrapure water: 18.2 MegOhm-cm
  • Product Water TOC: <5 ppb
  • Voltage: 100-240 V/50-60 Hz
  • Product Water Instant Delivery Rate: > 0.5 L/min

Features:

Direct-Q® systems deliver both pure and ultrapure water directly from tap for use with a wide variety of applications in your lab. Direct-Q® systems can be equipped with integrated or external reservoirs and are designed for under bench-, bench- or wall-mounting. The system's built-in 185nm UV lamp reduces the levels of organics for critical applications. You can fine-tune your ultrapure water quality to match your applications using Application specific point-of-use polishers to remove specific contaminants such as bacteria, particulates, pyrogen, nucleases, endocrine disruptors or volatile organic compounds. The system's versatile remote dispenser helps you stay focused on your work by providing ultrapure water delivery where you need it. The remote dispenser can be placed up to two meters from the Direct-Q® system, and are available in free-standing or wall-mounted models.

Specifications:

• Daily Product Water Usage :160 L/Day
• Feed Water Nature :Potable Tap Water
• Product Water Particulates: < 1 unit/mL (particulates >0.22 μm - with Millipak® or Biopak® point-of-use filters)
• Water Quality: Type 1, Type 3

Description: The Thermo Scientific EASYpure II RF is a batch-fed water purification system designed to provide Type I reagent-grade water with extremely low organic carbon content. It uses a three-stage deionization process combined with a 0.2 micron final filter to polish pretreated water (distilled, deionized, or reverse osmosis) to produce water with a resistivity of up to 18.2 megohms-cm and with a total organic carbon content of less than 10 ppb. Water resistivity is continuously sensed by a resistivity cell and displayed on a digital display. The EASYpure II RF is designed to be a bench mounted unit. If wall mounting is required, contact Technical Services for information on a wall bracket and mounting accessory.

Specifications:

• Dimension Requirements: 12" W X 19" D X 18 1/8" H (30.5 cm X 48.3 cm X 46.0 cm)

• Clearance Requirements: Sides - 4" (10.1 cm) minimum to allow air flow, Above - 12" (30.5 cm) minimum for reservoir replenishment

• Storage Reservoir Capacity: Approximately 6.5 liters usable, 7.0 liters total

• Electrical Requirements:  100-240 VAC +5% -10%, 47-63 Hz.

• Resistivity: 18.2MW·cm at 25°C

• Conductivity: 0.055 µS/cm

• Feedwater Source: Pretreated

• Flow Rate: Up to 1L/min.

• Bacterial Content: <1CFU/mL

• Particles >0.2µM/mL: <1 μM/mL

• TOC Monitor with UV Intensity Monitoring: No

• Feed Water Monitoring: No

• Feedwater Pressure: 100psig (6.9 bar)

• Voltage: 100 to 240VAC

• Hertz: 50/60Hz

• Inlet Water Temperature (Metric): 4° to 40°C
• Electrical Requirements: 100 to 240VAC 50/60Hz

The ELx405 Select is the world’s first deep well microplate washer that aspirates and dispenses into 96- and 384-well plates without requiring specialized manifolds. ANSI/SBS standard height microplates can also be washed, making the ELx405 Select a total solution for all your laboratory’s microplate washing workflows. Wash processes used in cell culture and plasmid DNA preparation are automated with the ELx405 Select – there’s no need for specialized instrumentation. ELx405 Select can also process magnetic and polystyrene bead protocols, making it a versatile plate washer for many laboratories. The ELx405™ Select is automation compatible and its patented Dual-Action™ manifold is particularly useful in cell-based assays. This product is ideal for all standard and deep well microplate washing requirements.

Specification:

• Microplate types: 96- and 384-well, low profile and standard height, deep well plates up to 50 mm
• Onboard software: Create, edit or run multiple protocols
• Software (computer control): LHC2 pc software
• Shaking: Programmable up to 60 minutes (Slow, medium, fast or variable)
• Soaking: Programmable up to 60 minutes
• Automation: BioStack (for standard plate heights only) and 3rd party automation compatible (deep well and standard plates)
• Manifold types: 96-tube Dual-Action manifold for 96- & 384-well washing
• Volume range: 50 - 3000 µL/well, in 1 µL increments
• Wash cycles: 1-10
• Buffer/reagent selection: Auto switching module for up to 4 buffers (option)
• Supply bottle: 4 L or 10 L (optional)
• Dispense precision: ≤3% CV: 300 µL/well (96-well washing)
• Residual volume: <2 µL/well (standard & deep well 96-well plates)
• Wash speed: 96-wells, 300 µL/well, 3 cycles (<30 seconds); 384-wells,100 µL/well, 3 cycles (<80 seconds)
• Flow rates: High flow to low flow, optimized rates for cell assays
• Sterilization: chemical
• Power: 100 - 240 Volts AC 50/60 Hz
• Dimensions: 14" W x 17" D x 11" H (35.6 x 43.2 x 27.9 cm)
• Weight: 30 lbs (13.5 kg)

Includes:

• Bar Code reader
• Computer loaded with Software

The 2103 EnVision Multilabel Plate Readers are fast, sensitive and versatile benchtop readers that deliver optimized performance in every application and for every label. Their unique design features modular label-specific optical mirror modules, high energy flash lamps, and high speed detectors.

Specifications:

• Light Source: Xenon flash lamp
• Plate Formats: 1 to 3456
• Temperature Control:
  • Temperature range: from 2 °C above ambient up to 45 °C (0.5 °C increments)
  • Uniformity: ± 1 °C
  • Heating time: < 10 minutes (from RT up to 37 °C)
• Shaking: linear, orbital, dual orbital
• Dispenser:
  • Dispense volume: 2-475 μL (1 μL increments)
  • Pump speed: 100-500 μL/s
  • Dead volume: 750 μL. With pump-back function < 50 μL using stardard tubing length and factory settings.

Specifications:

• Specimen Agitation Type: Rotary
• No. of Processing Chambers: 1
• Reagent Capacity: 5L
• Width (English): 28 in.
• Width (Metric): 710mm
• Depth (English): 23 in.
• Depth (Metric): 580mm
• Height (English): 54 in. (top of monitor)
• Height (Metric): 1370mm (top of monitor)
• Weight (English): 363 lbs. (empty)551 lbs. (full)
• Weight (Metric): 165 kg (empty)250 kg (full)
• Voltage: 100-240V
• Hertz: 50/60Hz