Microplate Readers and Reader Accessories
Microplate readers are a type of spectrophotometer designed specifically for analyzing multiple samples in multi-well plates.
The readers detect light signals that result from biological, chemical, biochemical, or physical reactions. The signals are produced by, converted by, or transmitted through the samples and are measured by a detector. The detectors are usually photomultiplier tubes (PMT), which convert the released photons into electricity. The current is quantified by the reader’s software to produce the numerical result.
In some cases, samples are first excited by exposure to light of specific wavelengths. Filters or monochromators are used to select or restrict the wavelengths needed for emission or detection.
Single-mode microplate readers commonly measure absorbance, fluorescence, or luminescence. Multi-mode plate readers may measure absorbance, fluorescence, and luminescence with options for fluorescence polarization (FP). They may also include lasers for time-resolved fluorescence (TRF), TR-FRET, Amplified Luminescent Proximity Homogeneous Assays (ALPHA), and cell imaging.
Features may include:
- Monochromator- or filter-based wavelength selection
- Visible only or UV/Vis spectrum, fluorescence, and luminescence
- Multiple photomultiplier tubes (PMTs) for simultaneous assays
- Temperature and CO2/O2controls
- Modular design for adding functionality
Microplate readers are used for high-throughput screening (HTS), biomarker assays, nucleic acid and protein quantification, kinetics, ELISA assays, homogeneous time resolved fluorescence (HTRF) for measuring cytokines, bioluminescence resonance energy transfer (BRET), and other techniques.
Revvity Health Sciences Inc HTRF Human & Mouse Total RSK1 Detection Kit, 500 Assay Points
HTRF Human & Mouse Total RSK1 Detection Kit, 500 Assay Points
Ace Glass, Inc. Adapter, 0-15 Hi-Vac valve, no.15 O-ring joint to #15Ace-Thred, No-Air
ADAPTER VAC 0-15VLV NO15-NO15
Revvity Health Sciences Inc HTRF Human Total GSPT1 Detection Kit, Control Lysate
HTRF Human Total GSPT1 Detection Kit, Control Lysate
Revvity Health Sciences Inc HTRF SARS-CoV2 nucleocapsid Detection Kit, 10,000 Assay Points
HTRF SARS-CoV2 nucleocapsid Detection Kit, 10,000 Assay Points
Revvity Health Sciences Inc HTRF Human Total ULK1 Detection Kit, 10,000 Assay Points
HTRF Human Total ULK1 Detection Kit, 10,000 Assay Points
Miele, Inc. ID 180 INJECTOR
Injector nozzle with plastic supports, Ø 0 3/16 (4), length 180 mm.Suitable for standard mobile injector units and injector basketsSuitable for measuring flasks and test tubes. MIELE INC mfg# 03810360
Fisherbrand™ accuSkan™ FC Filter-Based Microplate Photometer
For research and routine ELISA applications
Fisherbrand™ accuSkan™ FC Filter-Based Microplate Photometer
For research and routine ELISA applications
Agilent BioTek Synergy HTX Multi-Mode Microplate Reader, IVD
The BioTek Synergy HTX is a compact, economical multi-mode reader for 6- to 384-well microplates and Take3 microvolume plates. For In Vitro Diagnostic Use.
Agilent BioTek 800 TS Absorbance Reader, IVD PROMO
An affordable, high-quality microplate reader for assays in 6- to 384-well formats. For In Vitro Diagnostic Use.