| Description | Designed specifically for the SpectraMax® i3 Multi-Mode Detection Platform, the SpectraMax® MiniMaxTM imaging cytometer option adds first-of-its-kind cellular imaging capability to a microplate reader. The upgradable option makes cytometry more accessible to a wider audience, providing researchers Designed specifically for the SpectraMax® i3 Multi-Mode Detection Platform, the SpectraMax® MiniMaxTM imaging cytometer option adds first-of-its-kind cellular imaging capability to a microplate reader. The upgradable option makes cytometry more accessible to a wider audience, providing researchers with cellular analysis capability without the need for investment in complex imaging systems. With brightfield and fluorescent imaging modes, the imaging cytometry option enables quick inspection of cells and provides insight into phenotypic changes that are important for understanding cytotoxicity, cell proliferation, and protein expression.
Features - Simple workflow: Cell and whole-well assays in a small footprint
- More data: Multi-parametric cell-based assays with brightfield and fluorescent modes
- Familiar software: Set up, image and analyze cells in a snap using SoftMax® Pro Software
- Higher sensitivity: Use fewer and or less fluorescent cells compared to whole-well measurements
- Lower variance: Normalize readings with number of cells in a well
... Read More | Demonstrating that cell lines are monoclonal – or that a gene was edited as expected – can be a time-consuming and highly-subjective process when relying on conventional technologies. The CloneSelect® Imager and CloneSelect® Imager FL are a high-throughput automated solutions for imaging and Demonstrating that cell lines are monoclonal – or that a gene was edited as expected – can be a time-consuming and highly-subjective process when relying on conventional technologies. The CloneSelect® Imager and CloneSelect® Imager FL are a high-throughput automated solutions for imaging and analyzing mammalian cells. Tracking the formation of a colony from a single cell is effortless as barcoded plates are tracked over time. Automated acquisition and analysis provides accurate, objective, and consistent results.
With high-resolution white light imaging, the CloneSelect Imager provides automated confluence, monoclonality assurance and industry leading acquisition times with the ability to image a 96-well plate in under two minutes.
The CloneSelect Imager FL features high contrast multichannel fluorescent and white light imaging that allows for accurate single cell detection and proof of monoclonality at day 0. Streamline your workflow with comparative confluence assays to identify and verify gene edits.
Features :
- White light and fluorescent imaging -
Image every well in every plate with rapid acquisition times with label-free white light. Multichannel fluorescence imaging provides additional confidence of monoclonality and comparative confluence assays (red vs green). -
Data tools to accelerate research timelines -
The software automatically calculates confluence measurements and generates growth curves, heatmaps, and image montages. Measurements for every well are automatically tracked over time. Streamline multiple steps (imaging, sample tracking, data analysis and report generation) in the cell line development workflow for IND filing. -
Quickly image a variety of plate formats and cell types -
Image a 96-well plate in under two minutes. Compatible with adherent or settled suspension cell types such as CHO, HEK, hybridomas, iPSCs, and many other cell types. -
Intelligent analysis with easy-to-use software -
The software automatically calculates confluence for each imaging time point. Growth curve, image montage, total growth, and mean rate are generated automatically and are exportable. Guided software user interface allows for simple 1-hour training. -
High-resolution images -
High-speed fluorescence and high-resolution white light imaging with accurate detection of single cells including debris. Image visualization and data tracking over multiple days. -
Custom automation options -
The Automation and Customization Team offers a variety of custom services from robotic plate loading to fully automated workstations with liquid handling and incubation. We have built out custom automated work cells with the CloneSelect Imager for iPSC workflows, full assay systems and drug toxicity and characterization research.
... Read More | The SpectraMax® i3 Multi-Mode Detection Platform comes with standard spectral absorbance, fluorescence, and luminescence detection. Additionally, user-installable options allow the SpectraMax i3 System to grow with your changing application needs to fulfill and go beyond the standard reader The SpectraMax® i3 Multi-Mode Detection Platform comes with standard spectral absorbance, fluorescence, and luminescence detection. Additionally, user-installable options allow the SpectraMax i3 System to grow with your changing application needs to fulfill and go beyond the standard reader applications, protecting your intial investment. As new assays are developed or your needs change, simply add a cartridge or the SpectraMax® MiniMax™ Imaging Cytometer option as opposed to buying a brand new system.
Features - User-Upgradeability Expand the 3-mode base system with additional application cartridges for FP, HTRF®, AlphaScreen® assays, and cellular imaging
- SpectraMax® MiniMaxTM Imaging Cytometer simplifies complex imaging workflow by visualizing cell morphology changes on top of well-based intensity readings
- Spectral FusionTM Illumination delivers a high-powered, full spectrum light source for increased fluorescence performance across the entire excitation range
- Expanded Dynamic Range: sophisticated engineering delivers optimal sensitivity and maximizes signal range
- SoftMax® Pro Microplate Data Acquisition & Analysis Software: Industry-leading SoftMax Pro Software streamlines complex data analysis with over 140 built-in protocols, effectively eliminating the need for additional software. Additional tools for regulatory compliance are included in SoftMax Pro GxP Software
... Read More | The SpectraMax® Mini Multi-Mode Microplate Reader offers a budget friendly solution that gives you exactly what you need when you need it. With three modes of detection for UV-Vis absorbance, fluorescence and luminescence, the SpectraMax Mini reader is user upgradeable - from 2 to 3 modes, The SpectraMax® Mini Multi-Mode Microplate Reader offers a budget friendly solution that gives you exactly what you need when you need it. With three modes of detection for UV-Vis absorbance, fluorescence and luminescence, the SpectraMax Mini reader is user upgradeable - from 2 to 3 modes, providing researchers with a versatile instrument that does not compromise on sensitivity or performance. Included SoftMax® Pro Software enables rapid data generation and analysis helping you achieve more in less time.
Features:
- Industry-leading software - Enjoy an extensive library of protocols, advanced reader control, and easy data management and analysis with our best-in-class SoftMax Pro Software.
- Expanded wavelength range - Xenon flash lamps allow you to excite samples in the UV range where halogen does not.
- Approachable design - Effortless functionality provides users with everything they need to run their most crucial applications quickly and without complications.
- AutoPMT technology - Our AutoPMT feature allows a wide range of concentrations to be prepared and read on one plate, avoiding saturation (or the loss of signal) and saving you time and money.
... Read More | The VMax® Kinetic ELISA Microplate Reader, the first of its kind for monitoring reactions over time, opened the door to enzyme assays and continues to be the workhorse of the laboratory environment. Based on a rugged, simple design, the VMax Absorbance Microplate Reader offers a mean time between The VMax® Kinetic ELISA Microplate Reader, the first of its kind for monitoring reactions over time, opened the door to enzyme assays and continues to be the workhorse of the laboratory environment. Based on a rugged, simple design, the VMax Absorbance Microplate Reader offers a mean time between failure (MTBF) of 20,000 hours with 97 independent and stationary fiber optics so that the microplate remains stationary during the entire reading cycle, reducing the number of moving parts that can wear and need replacement.
Through sequential, single-well illumination, 100% of the available light is directed to each well through the optical fibers to achieve linearity to higher optical densities (ODs) and optimal signal-to-noise ratios. At 5 seconds to read a 96-well endpoint assay or a 5 second minimum interval between kinetic reads, the VMax Microplate Reader has both speed and performance.
The VMax Microplate Reader is capable of reading up to two wavelengths at a time in the visible wavelength spectrum (400nm-750nm), with 4 filter choices included at time of purchase. Additional high-quality filters to supplement your assay wavelength range requirements are available directly from Molecular Devices.
VMax Microplate Readers can be operated as stand-alone instruments and are also supplied with SoftMax® Pro Data Acquistion & Analysis Software, Molecular Devices' industry leading all-in-one data acquisition and analysis software.
Features - Extend uptime with an estimated 20,000 hour mean time between failure
- Maximize assay signal-to-noise ratios through a unique optical system that directs all available light to each well
- Achieve higher throughput with a 5 second microplate read time
- Read up to 2 wavelengths in endpoint or kinetic absorbance for 96-well plates
- Mix samples in microplate wells by user-programmable Automix feature
- Operate without an attached computer using the onboard microprocessor
- Add assay flexibility with additional filters
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