Beckman Coulter Life Sciences’ OptiMATE Gradient Maker is designed to automate the process of density gradient ultracentrifugation. The new system accelerates purification processes by up to 75% while improving consistency and reproducibility.
Current upstream workflows can take up to 3 days with time-consuming steps including stock preparation, mixing and dispensing, along with tube sealing and up to 48-hours for spinning. The OptiMATE Gradient Maker slashes that to as little as 6 hours with 4 simple steps from method creation, connecting consumables, method running, and spinning. The spin process alone shrinks from up to 48 hours to less than 5 hours by dispensing pre-formed linear gradients which dramatically reduces centrifuge run times.
The OptiMATE Gradient Maker, for research use only, is ideal for the purification of viral vectors such as adeno-associated virus. The system simplifies the process of preparing ultracentrifuge-ready tubes, allowing researchers to achieve high-purity results with minimal manual intervention. Its plug-and-play design makes it easy to integrate into existing lab setups without requiring extensive training, providing a user-friendly solution for busy research environments.
Intuitive software with a user-friendly design enables operators to be trained in a matter of hours versus weeks, all in a compact and space-saving benchtop design.