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.
THERMO SCI LSG 3P Thermo Scientific Emission Filter, 615 nm, HBW20, 1 Each
This emission filter enhances the functionality and application flexibility of the Varioskan LUX multimode microplate reader, which supports various measurement technologies including absorbance, fluorescence intensity, luminescence, AlphaScreen, and time-resolved fluorescence.
- Expands instrument functionality and application flexibility.
- Enables a wide range of assays such as luciferase, BRET, and HTRF.
- Provides effortless installation.
- Features easy access to the instrument filter wheel.
- Allows quick parameter setup via SkanIt software.
- SkanIt software-controlled installation prevents errors and ensures proper operation.
- Supports various luminometric, TRF, or Alpha technology assays including TR-FRET, hTRF, BRET, NanoBRET, and AlphaScreen/AlphaLisa.
- Usable for any filter-based detection technology.
THERMO SCI LSG 3P Thermo Fisher Scientific Emission Filter, Varioskan LUX, 1 ea
This emission filter is an accessory designed to enhance the capabilities of the Thermo Scientific Varioskan LUX multimode microplate reader. It expands the instrument™s functionality, allowing for a broader spectrum of measurement technologies.
- Expands the instrument™s measurement capabilities
- Supports technologies including absorbance, fluorescence intensity, luminescence, AlphaScreen, and time-resolved fluorescence
- Utilized in AlphaScreen and TRF measurements
- User-installable accessory
THERMO SCI LSG 3P Thermo Fisher Emission Filter, 515 nm, HBW30, D2, 1 ea
This emission filter is designed to expand the functionality of Thermo Scientific™ Varioskan™ LUX multimode microplate readers. It enables the instrument to perform various measurement technologies including absorbance, fluorescence intensity, luminescence, AlphaScreen, and time-resolved fluorescence.
- Enhances functionality of multimode microplate readers
- Optimized for Thermo Scientific Varioskan LUX systems
- Features 515 nm wavelength
- Provides 30 nm half bandwidth
THERMO SCI LSG 3P Thermo Fisher Emission Filter, 425 nm, 50 HBW, 1 ea
This emission filter is specifically designed for use with Thermo Scientific Varioskan LUX Multimode Microplate Readers, providing precise optical filtering at a 425 nm wavelength with a 50 HBW.
- Compatible with Varioskan LUX Multimode Microplate Readers
- Features a 425 nm wavelength
- Has a 50 HBW (Half Bandwidth)
- Measures 25 mm in diameter
THERMO SCI LSG 3P Thermo Fisher Emission Filter, 571 nm, HBW 77, 25 mm
This emission filter is designed for applications requiring precise wavelength selection, featuring a 571 nm wavelength, HBW 77, and a 25 mm diameter.
- Wavelength: 571 nm
- HBW: 77
- Diameter: 25 mm
INVISION BIORESOURCES Rod Outer Segment (ROS), Bovine
This item has a minimum order quantity of 50 per supplier requirements
Prepared under dim red light from dark-adapted (DA) /dark-dissected (DD) bovine retina
