When light strikes matter, one of three outcomes will occur: It will be absorbed, reflected or transmitted. Ultraviolet or UV spectrophotometry is a type of absorption spectroscopy which is used to measure the absorbance of light across the ultraviolet ranges of the electromagnetic spectrum. UV spectrophotometers are relied upon in numerous disciplines including analytical chemistry, forensics, DNA and RNA-related work, pharmaceuticals, biology, environmental sciences and more.
Before choosing a spectrophotometer, however, purchasers should consider three aspects: range of the detection wavelength, working absorbance range, and measurement time. Other considerations include lab requirements and total costs.
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| Company | Thermo Fisher Scientific | Thermo Fisher Scientific | Thermo Fisher Scientific | Thermo Fisher Scientific | Thermo Fisher Scientific |
| Item | BioMate 160 UV-Vis Spectrophotometer | GENESYS™ 180 UV-Vis Spectrophotometer | GENESYS™ 50 UV-Vis Spectrophotometer | NanoDrop™ Ultra FL | NanoDrop™ UltraC FL |
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| Catalog Number | 840-301000 | 840-309000 | 840-298000 | NDULTRAFLGL | NDULTRACFLGL |
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| Wavelength Range | 190 nm to 1100 nm | 190 nm to 1100 nm | 190 nm to 1100 nm | 190 to 850 nm | 190 to 850 nm |
| Resolution | Inquire | Inquire | Inquire | Inquire | Inquire |
| Optical System | Dual Beam | Double Beam | Dual Beam | 2048-element CMOS Linear Image Sensor | 2048-element CMOS Linear Image Sensor |
| Wavelength Accuracy | ± 0.5 nm | ± 0.5 nm | ±0.5 nm | ±1 nm | ±1 nm |
| Description | Perform quantitative measurements in life science laboratories with the automated and network-ready Thermo Scientific™ BioMate™ 160 UV-Visible Spectrophotometer. The BioMate 160 Spectrophotometer offers pre-programmed assay methods for nucleic acid and protein concentration as well as cell culture Perform quantitative measurements in life science laboratories with the automated and network-ready Thermo Scientific™ BioMate™ 160 UV-Visible Spectrophotometer. The BioMate 160 Spectrophotometer offers pre-programmed assay methods for nucleic acid and protein concentration as well as cell culture measurements. Optimized for usability and performance, this platform features a high-resolution color touchscreen, Wi-Fi networking, and a rugged design.... Read More | Perform high throughput quantitative UV-Vis measurements where a double beam is required as a reference cell position with the Thermo Scientific™ GENESYS™ 180 UV-Visible Spectrophotometer. Optimized for usability and performance, this platform features a high-resolution color touchscreen, Wi-Fi Perform high throughput quantitative UV-Vis measurements where a double beam is required as a reference cell position with the Thermo Scientific™ GENESYS™ 180 UV-Visible Spectrophotometer. Optimized for usability and performance, this platform features a high-resolution color touchscreen, Wi-Fi networking, and a rugged design built for repetitive, heavy use environments. Regarded worldwide for reliability, accuracy and reproducibility, GENESYS spectrophotometers meet today’s expectations for advanced technology in a compact, robust package.... Read More | Perform routine measurements for quality control or teaching in the chemistry classroom with the rugged Thermo Scientific™ GENESYS™ 50 UV-Visible Spectrophotometer. Offered in a single cell configuration, this instrument is designed with a sloping surface to shed spills and a washable sampling Perform routine measurements for quality control or teaching in the chemistry classroom with the rugged Thermo Scientific™ GENESYS™ 50 UV-Visible Spectrophotometer. Offered in a single cell configuration, this instrument is designed with a sloping surface to shed spills and a washable sampling compartment for easy clean up. A 7-inch touchscreen interface, local control software (no PC needed) and Wi-Fi-ready networking make the GENESYS 50 UV-Vis Spectrophotometer the ideal choice for daily sampling purposes.... Read More | The Thermo Scientific™ NanoDrop™ Ultra Spectrophotometer and Fluorometer empowers scientists to quantify and assess nucleic acids and proteins with enhanced precision, speed, and reliability. | The Thermo Scientific™ NanoDrop™ Ultra Spectrophotometer and Fluorometer empowers scientists to quantify and assess nucleic acids and proteins with enhanced precision, speed, and reliability. |
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