Microplate Readers: Multi-Mode and Absorbance Readers > Multi-Plate Absorbance Reader
The BioTek LogPhase 600 microbiology reader is designed for measuring microbial growth curves in up to four standard 96-well microplates. This microbiology plate reader features purpose-built robust shaking and consistent temperature controls, which are critical to optimal bacteria and yeast cell growth. LogPhase 600 is controlled with a software application that provides a simple, yet powerful, user experience. The software controls the reader to acquire data and perform microbiology-focused analysis for all plates.
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The LogPhase 600 allows users to read up to four microplates in a single run. You no longer need multiple instruments, multiple PCs, and a vast amount of bench space for your microbial growth assays. |
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Optimized shaking, temperature, and condensation control provide consistent, robust kinetic growth data amongst replicates and between varying test samples. |
Part # | Description |
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LP600 | LogPhase 600 4-plate absorbance reader for measuring kinetic growth curves at 600 nm. Features shaking and incubation to 45 °C, and includes LogPhase App for reader control, data collection and analysis. |
LP560 | LogPhase 600 4-plate absorbance reader for measuring kinetic growth curves at 560 nm. Features shaking and incubation to 45 °C, and includes LogPhase App for reader control, data collection and analysis. |
LP580 | LogPhase 600 4-plate absorbance reader for measuring kinetic growth curves at 580 nm. Features shaking and incubation to 45 °C, and includes LogPhase App for reader control, data collection and analysis. |
LP620 | LogPhase 600 4-plate absorbance reader for measuring kinetic growth curves at 620 nm. Features shaking and incubation to 45 °C, and includes LogPhase App for reader control, data collection and analysis. |
LP640 | LogPhase 600 4-plate absorbance reader for measuring kinetic growth curves at 640 nm. Features shaking and incubation to 45 °C, and includes LogPhase App for reader control, data collection and analysis. |
General | |
Detection modes | Absorbance |
Read methods | Discontinuous kinetic |
Microplate types | 96-well microplates (with cover seal) |
Microplate capacity | 4-microplate capacity |
Temperature control | Incubation from 30 °C to 45 °C with Condensation Control Variation +0.5 °C at 37 °C Plate to plate uniformity +0.5 °C at 37 °C (measured at plate center) |
Shaking | Orbital, user-selectable velocity |
Software | LogPhase App included; provides reader control, data collection and complete analysis. |
Absorbance | |
Light source | LED |
Detector | 2 photodiodes (measurement & reference) |
Wavelength range | 560 nm – 640 nm, configuration dependent |
Dynamic range | 0 - 4.0 OD |
Resolution | 0.001 OD |
OD accuracy | 0.000 to 2.000 OD + 1% + 0.010 OD |
OD linearity | 0.000 to 2.000 OD + 1% + 0.010 OD |
OD repeatability | 0.000 to 2.000 OD + 1% + 0.005 OD |
Reading speed (kinetic) | Reading speed: <60 sec per plate Minimum kinetic interval: 2 min 30 sec (<60 sec read time; 90 sec shake) per plate |
Physical Characteristics | |
Power | 24 VDC power supply compatible with 100-240 volts AC @50-60Hz, 250W (minimum) |
Dimensions | 10.5" H x 26.0" W x 16.0" D (26.7 x 66 x 40.6 cm) |
Weight | 50 lbs (22.7 kg) |
Regulatory | |
Regulatory | CE and TUV marked. RoHS compliant. |