Microarray scanners are used in molecular biology laboratories to analyze microarrays by detecting and measuring the fluorescence signals emitted by the microarray slides during analysis. Microarray readers have numerous uses in laboratories including DNA sequencing, genotyping, gene expression analysis, and protein-protein interaction studies. Key specs to consider when comparing microarray scanners are the sensitivity and dynamic range as these are crucial for the scanner's ability to detect weak signals and quantify the intensity of fluorescence. The resolution should also be compared to ensure adequate precision for your analysis. High throughput laboratories should consider purchasing a model with rapid scanning speed to keep up with their analysis needs.
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Company | Molecular Devices, LLC | Molecular Devices, LLC | Molecular Devices, LLC |
Item | GenePix 4100A Microarray Scanner | GenePix 4000B Microarray Scanner | GenePix 4300A & 4400A Microarray Scanners |
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Catalog Number | 4100A | 4000B | 4300A / 4400A |
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Description | Simple and reliable imaging for two-color microarrays
Afford your own personal scanner with our low priced GenePix® 4100A Microarray Scanner offering simplicity, reliability and flexibility that you require for your microarray-based research, be it in genomics, proteomics, or novel Simple and reliable imaging for two-color microarrays
Afford your own personal scanner with our low priced GenePix® 4100A Microarray Scanner offering simplicity, reliability and flexibility that you require for your microarray-based research, be it in genomics, proteomics, or novel applications.
Built on our award-winning (IBO Design Award) optical, electronic and software design, the sequential GenePix 4100A Microarray Scanner has all the quality, but in a price range and bench-top footprint that makes it ideal for individual lab use.
Features - Flexibility to Explore Alternative Dyes
- Rely on Your Results
- Optimize Settings On-The-Fly
- Adjust the Resolution to Your Application
- Greater Signal-To-Noise Ratio
- Track Your Samples
... Read More | Fast, high-quality imaging for two-color microarrays
The popular GenePix® 4000B Microarray Scanner has earned its outstanding reputation due to its incredible, intuitive, and reliable operation. Our commitment to engineering excellence guarantees that the GenePix 4000B Microarray Scanner Fast, high-quality imaging for two-color microarrays
The popular GenePix® 4000B Microarray Scanner has earned its outstanding reputation due to its incredible, intuitive, and reliable operation. Our commitment to engineering excellence guarantees that the GenePix 4000B Microarray Scanner remains the benchmark in microarray scanning technology. In 2010 we updated the electronics to provide a state-of-the-art microarray scanner with the finest quality components while maintaining the features and performance that you have become accustomed to.
Features - Speed
- Add Reliability to Your Research
- Automate Your Workflow
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... Read More | Setting the Standard for High Resolution, High Uniformity, and Sample Type Flexibility
The industry's premier microarray scanner manufacturer, Molecular Devices, established an exceptional reputation with the GenePix® Microarray Scanner Systems. The GenePix® 4300A & 4400A Microarray Setting the Standard for High Resolution, High Uniformity, and Sample Type Flexibility
The industry's premier microarray scanner manufacturer, Molecular Devices, established an exceptional reputation with the GenePix® Microarray Scanner Systems. The GenePix® 4300A & 4400A Microarray Scanners were developed with input from academic leaders in the field of microarray research and our 25 years of experience in building high-precision, low-noise detection systems. Additionally, the GenePix® 4300A and 4400A Microarray Scanners have the same elegant, efficient, and functional design our customers have come to expect from our award-winning team.
The GenePix® 4300A & 4400A Microarray Scanners set the highest standards for microarray instrumentation with their powerful set of new and enhanced features designed for unsurpassed resolution, superior performance, and multispectral imaging in today's life sciences labs.
An ideal balance of powerful and flexible features provides the best benefits for a broad variety of microarray applications. Together with GenePix® Pro Software , you have a well-rounded system for acquisition and analysis of microarray images.
Features - Upgrade for the Future
- Full Flexibility in Choosing Dyes
- Trust your Microarray Signals
- Less Noise in Your Data
- Less Breakable Components
- Designed for High Duty-Cycle Usage
- The GenePix 4400A Microarray Scanner is capable of scanning at a user-defined optical pixel resolution between 2.5 and 100 micron per pixel - allowing you to scan the highest-density microarrays on the market.
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Laser Sources | Solid-state Lasers (532 to 635 nm) | Solid-state Lasers (532 to 635 nm) | Solid-state Diode and Gas Lasers (up to 4 internal lasers - 488, 532, 594 or 635 nm) |
Pixel Resolution | 5 to 100 um | 5 to 100 um | 5 to 100 um (4300A) or 2.5 to 100 um (4400A) |
Scan Area | up to 22 x 71.5 mm (adjustable) | up to 22 x 71.5 mm (adjustable) | up to 22 x 72 mm (adjustable) |
Fluorophore(s) | Cy3, Cy5 or Spectrally Similar Dyes | Cy3, Cy5 or Spectrally Similar Dyes | Cy3 and Cy5 Dyes, Fluorescein, GFP, Texas Red, Alexa Fluor Dyes or Quantum Dots |
Detector(s) | Photomultiplier Tube (PMT) | Dual Photomultipliers (PMTs) | Photomultiplier Tube (PMT) |
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