Epoch Microplate Spectrophotometer
Epoch’s monochromator based UV-Vis wavelength selection offers expanded options for the life science laboratory without using interference filters, building in inherent cost savings. With its 200 nm to 999 nm wavelength range and 6- to 384- microplate reading capability, controlled with the Gen5 Data Analysis software interface, Epoch fills a void in today’s laboratory through smart design and superior features. This robust, low maintenance microplate spectrophotometer ensures even greater value over time.
- 200 nm to 999 nm in 1 nm increments
- 6- to 384- well plate reading capability
- Gen5™ Microplate Data Analysis Software included
- Automated pathlength correction for direct quantification
- Integrated detector & electronics for low-noise measurements
- Xenon flash lamp to last the instrument's lifetime
- Robust housing design for longevity even under heavy usage
- Take3™ Multi-Volume Plate compatibility for low volume nucleic acid quantification, BioCell or cuvette measurements
- Wavelength scanning, end point, kinetic and well area scanning
Epoch
Microplate Spectrophotometer
| General | |
| Read method | Absorbance: Endpoint, kinetic, spectral scan, well area scan |
| Microplate types | 6-, 12-, 24-, 48-, 96-, and 384-well microplates with standard
128 mm x 86 mm footprint and maximum height of 0.8" Take3 Multi-Volume Plate compatible |
| Software | Comes with Gen5. Compatible with all editions of Gen5 |
| Absorbance | |
| Wavelength range | 200 nm - 999 nm, selectable in 1 nm increments |
| Bandpass | 5 nm |
| Dynamic range | 0 to 4.0 OD |
| Resolution | 0.0001 |
| Monochromator wavelength accuracy | +/- 2 nm |
| Monochromator wavelength repeatability | +/- 0.2 nm |
| OD accuracy | 0 to 2 OD: +/-1% +/-0.010 OD 2 to 2.5 OD: +/-3% +/-0.010 OD |
| OD linearity | 0 to 2 OD: +/-1% +/-0.010 OD 2 to 2.5 OD: +/-3% +/-0.010 OD |
| OD repeatability | 0 to 2 OD: +/-1% +/-0.005 OD 2 to 2.5 OD: +/-3% +/-0.005 OD |
| Reading speed | 96-wells 384-wells Normal: 49 s 169 s Rapid: 38 s 131 s Sweep: 15 s 31 s |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Power | 100 - 240 VAC @ 50- 60 Hz. External supply. Consumption <40W. |
| Dimensions | 12” W x 12.5” D x 7.7” H (30.5 cm x 31.8 cm x 19.6 cm) |
| Weight | < 15 lbs (6.8 kg) |
| Regulatory | |
| Regulatory | For in vitro diagnostic use. All BioTek microplate instrumentation is CE and NRTL Safety Agency marked. For details on approvals and standards compliance, please contact BioTek. Compliance: EN 61326-1:2006;EN61326-2-6:2006;EN61000-4-2; EN61000-4-3, EN61000-4-4; EN61000-4-5; EN61000-4-6; EN61000-4-11 |
Specifications are subject to change.
Optional
Gen5 Data Analysis Software
BioTek’s new Gen5™ software offers a logical interface designed to easily flow from reading parameters, to plate layout, to powerful data reduction, and finally to flexible data output options. The results of this intuitive design, including the exclusive StepWise™ protocol and data reduction tools and the power of Gen5's data reduction, will be evident in increased laboratory efficiency.
Standard (Included) | ||
Operators Manual | ||
| MANUAL | Operator's manuals can be obtained via the Customer Resource Center | |
Optional | ||
Labware Holders | ||
| 7200519 | PC Shelf  |
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Miscellaneous | ||
| 7272051 | BioCell 1 cm Quartz Vessel |
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Take3 Multi-Volume Plate | ||
| TAKE3 | Take3 Multi-Volume Plate |
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Test Plates & Reagents | ||
| 7260522 | Absorbance Test Plate |
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