Epoch Microplate Spectrophotometer

Microplate Readers: Multi-Mode and Absorbance Readers > Absorbance Microplate Readers

Overview:

With its monochromator-based optics, Epoch™ Microplate Spectrophotometer offers a filter-free, wide wavelength range for UV-Vis absorbance measurements in a variety of microplate formats, and in 2 µL samples when the available Take3 plate is used. Epoch is controlled with the Gen5 Software interface, with simple programming and powerful data analysis. This robust, low maintenance microplate spectrophotometer is the most cost-effective system available, ensuring even greater value over time.

Features:

Cost-effective monochromator-based absorbance

Epoch is a fantastic value, offering filter-free absorbance with high quality optics and robust hardware. It reads microplates in 6- to 384-well format, quickly, efficiently and with great performance.

200 to 999 nm for UV-Vis applications

Nucleic acid and protein quantification in microplates is fast and easy, with Epoch’s monochromator wavelength selection and Gen5 software’s automated pathlength correction. Qualitative and quantitative colorimetric assays are supported, and pre-programmed protocols in Gen5 make it super simple, from plate read to results output.

Micro-volume detection with the Take3 plate

The Take3 Micro-volume plates expand Epoch’s capabilities to very small, 2 µL sample volumes for direct DNA, RNA and protein quantification. Get rapid results for up to 48 samples at a time, without investing in additional instrumentation.

Wavelength scanning, endpoint, and kinetics

Epoch can measure absorbance in 6- to 384- well plates in endpoint, kinetic and spectral scan reading modes. Gen5 immediate displays the raw and calculated data, plus standard curves and spectral scans.

Walkaway processing: available BioStack compatible configurations

To automate reading processes for multiple plates, a robot-friend configuration of Epoch interfaces with BioStack Microplate Stacker. Process 10, 30 or 50 microplates automatically and efficiently, freeing you for other tasks.

Models:

EPOCH
Microplate Spectrophotometer

EPOCHR
Microplate Spectrophotometer, BioStack and 3rd party compatible.

Specifications:

General
Detection modes	Absorbance
Read methods	Endpoint, kinetic, spectral scanning, well area scanning
Microplate types	6- to 384-well plates
Other labware supported	Take 3 Micro-Volume Plates
Temperature control	not available
Shaking	not available
Software	Gen5™ Data Analysis Software Gen5 Secure for 21 CFR Part 11 compliance (option)
Automation	BioStack™ and 3rd party automation compatible ('R' configuration)
Absorbance
Light source	Xenon flash
Detector	photodiode
Wavelength selection	monochromator
Wavelength range	200 to 999 nm, in 1 nm increments
Monochromator bandwidth	5 nm
Dynamic range	0 - 4.0 OD
Resolution	0.0001 OD
Pathlength correction	yes
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: +% +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 (kinetic)	96 wells: 15 seconds 384 wells: 31 seconds
Physical Characteristics
Power	100 - 240 Volts AC. 50/60 Hz.
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	CE and TUV marked. ROHS compliant. In Vitro Diagnostic use models are available.