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Thermo Scientific™ BioMate™ 160 UV-Vis Spectrophotometer
Description
Perform quantitative measurements in life science laboratories with the automated and network-capable Thermo Scientific™ BioMate™ 160 UV-Visible Spectrophotometer. The BioMate 160 Spectrophotometer offers pre-programmed assay methods for nucleic acid and protein concentration as well as cell culture measurements. Optimized for usability and performance, this platform features a high-resolution color touchscreen, optional Wi-Fi networking, and a rugged design.
The BioMate UV-Vis Spectrophotometer provides automation for high-throughput options and room-light resistance, allowing lid-open operation for improved speed and convenience. Software includes pre-programmed life science methods such as Nucleic Acid A260; Protein A280 and A205; Protein Colorimetric assays and OD600.
A full line of accessories, including automated cell changers and cell holders, sipper, and fiber optic probes are designed to simplify sampling and accommodate high throughput measurements and temperature control.
Features:
- 7-inch high-resolution touchscreen user interface
- Pre-programmed life science methods
- Networking capable (Wi-Fi adaptor available)
- Room light resistance for open-lid operation
- Sipper accessory
- Removable, washable sample compartment liner with magnetic placement and hold-down
- Accommodates cells up to 100 mm pathlength
- (Optional) 8-position cell changer with switchable turret
- (Optional) 4-position cell changer (long path cells)
- (Optional) Peltier-thermostatted single cell holder (20 °C - 60 °C)
- (Optional) Accessory for test-tubes up to 25 mm diameter and 150 mm height
Designed for:
- Advanced teaching labs
- R&D departments
- Applications requiring high throughput or temperature control

Specifications
Specifications
Baseline Flatness | ±0.002 A |
Compartments | Accommodates (optional): 8-position cell changer 4-position cell changer (long path cells) Peltier thermostatted cell holder (20-60 °C) Sipper accessory Fiber optic probe coupler |
Connections | Single USB-A Duplex USB-A Export data to network or PC via USB, Ethernet, or Wi-Fi USB adaptor, available Print via USB, Ethernet or Wi-Fi USB adaptor available |
Detector Type | Dual Silicon Photodiodes |
Display | 7 in. High Definition Color Touchscreen, Tiltable, 800 x 1280 pixels |
Dimensions (L x W x H) | 35.5 x 38.5 x 19.5 cm |
Spectral Bandwidth | 2 nm |
Type | UV-Vis Spectrophotometer |
Wavelength Range | 190 to 1100 nm |
Drift | (At 500 nm after 1 hour warmup) <0.0005 A/hr. |
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