Like conventional microplate readers, multimode microplate readers detect reaction signals from microtiter plates in order to perform assays such as ELISA, protein detection, and drug screening assays. Unlike conventional plate readers, multimode microplate readers are able to perform two or more forms of detection allowing a single piece of equipment to perform a wider range of assays. This can increase throughput and efficiency, thus saving time and space in the lab. Important things to consider when purchasing a multimode microplate reader are the particular combinations of assays desired, ease of use, ability to add or remove functionality, and the unit price.
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| Company | Agilent Technologies | Agilent Technologies | Agilent Technologies |
| Item | BioTek Cytation C10 Confocal Imaging Reader | Agilent BioTek Cytation 1 Cell Imaging Multimode Reader | Agilent BioTek Cytation 9 Cell Imaging Multimode Reader |
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| Catalog Number | Cytation C10 | Cytation 1 | Cytation 9 |
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| Description | The Cytation C10 confocal imaging reader combines automated confocal and widefield microscopy with conventional multimode microplate reading in a unique, proprietary design. The automated water- immersion objectives capture more light, driving lower exposure times and reducing phototoxic impacts on The Cytation C10 confocal imaging reader combines automated confocal and widefield microscopy with conventional multimode microplate reading in a unique, proprietary design. The automated water- immersion objectives capture more light, driving lower exposure times and reducing phototoxic impacts on live cells. The spinning-disk confocal module and accompanying disk pinhole options allow a researcher to look deeper into thick sample biology with improved clarity and detail. High-quality components used in the system, including a Hamamatsu scientific CMOS (sCMOS) camera, Olympus objectives and laser-based illumination enable excellent image quality, at a significantly lower price than others.
Cytation C10 also includes widefield fluorescence, brightfield and phase contrast optics. Onboard environmental controls enable live cell assays. Multiplate live cell assays are accomplished with Cytation C10 integrated with the Agilent BioTek BioSpa 8 automated incubator. Cytation C10 brings high-performance, affordable confocal to every laboratory.... Read More | The Agilent BioTek Cytation 1 cell imaging multimode reader combines fluorescence and high contrast brightfield imaging with conventional multimode detection. This affordable imaging reader delivers performance and economy compared to other digital microscopy systems. The BioTek Cytation 1 design The Agilent BioTek Cytation 1 cell imaging multimode reader combines fluorescence and high contrast brightfield imaging with conventional multimode detection. This affordable imaging reader delivers performance and economy compared to other digital microscopy systems. The BioTek Cytation 1 design provides both quantitative phenotypic cellular data with well-based quantitative data. The multimode detection module has high sensitivity filter-based fluorescence and a monochromator for UV-Vis absorbance. Temperature control and shaking are standard. CO2/O2 control and reagent injectors are available. Agilent BioTek Gen5 software simplifies image capture and plate reading.... Read More | The Agilent BioTek Cytation 9 cell imaging multimode reader is the next evolution in the Cytation portfolio, merging sophisticated hybrid microplate detection with both widefield inverted and upright microscopy. This modular, future-proofed platform is engineered to evolve with your research, The Agilent BioTek Cytation 9 cell imaging multimode reader is the next evolution in the Cytation portfolio, merging sophisticated hybrid microplate detection with both widefield inverted and upright microscopy. This modular, future-proofed platform is engineered to evolve with your research, offering a starting point of microscopy, multimode detection, or a powerful combination of both.
The advanced hybrid optics use variable bandwidth monochromators and high-performance filters to deliver unmatched sensitivity for demanding assays, such as Alpha and TR-FRET. For high-performance microscopy, a redesigned five-position filter carrier supports four imaging cubes alongside a dedicated laser autofocus module, ensuring rapid and consistent focus for complex three-dimensional (3D) biological samples.
To support sensitive live-cell kinetic studies, an optional integrated CO2/O2 gas control module and dual-reagent injectors provide precise environmental and liquid handling control. For long-term culturing of complex models, such as organoids and stem-cell-derived lineages, Cytation 9 integrates seamlessly with the Agilent BioTek BioSpa 8 automated incubator to provide essential humidity control. Whether used as a standalone unit or integrated into high-throughput automation, Cytation 9 is truly ready for any assay.
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- Streamlined Discovery: A single, comprehensive platform that covers a diverse set of biochemical and cell-based assays.
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Richer Cellular Insights: Capture more data per well with an expanded image cube capacity and enhanced optics.
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Optimized Workflow Speed: Experience faster imaging throughput to move from raw samples to analyzed results more efficiently.
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Superior Kinetic Data: Software-controlled gas modules create a stable, monitored environment for live cell studies.
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Ready for Any Assay: The modular design grows with your lab, allowing you to add imaging modes as needs evolve.
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| Reading Modes | Fluorescence, phase contrast, color brightfield, user-selectable brightfield/high contrast brightfield | Endpoint, kinetic, spectral scanning, well area scanning | Multi-mode & imaging |
| Optical System | Monochromator, Filters, Confocal, Widefield | Monochromator system, Filter system | Inquire |
| Wavelength Range | 300 to 700 nm | 200 to 700 nm | Inquire |
| Plate Formats | 6- to 1536-well plates | 6- to 1536-well plates | 6- to 1536-well plates, 35 and 60 mm cell culture dishes, T25 flasks, slides, hemocytometers, chamber slides |
| Temperature Control | Inquire | 4-Zone incubation to 45 °C with Condensation Control™; Variation +0.2 °C at 37 °C | Inquire |
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