PR1MA™ TC9639 Gradient Thermal Cycler

The PR1MA™ TC9639 Thermal Cycler provides consistent, reliable results for laboratories with medium to high throughput. From its large, touch-screen user interface to its unique, multi-format block, this cycler is loaded with features. The program wizard and 10 pre-installed programs make it easier than ever to get up and running.

The fully adjustable heated lid prevents condensation and evaporation of samples. Lid temperature can be programmed, and when the block temperature is below 35°C, the lid automatically shuts off. The heating and cooling of the block are precisely and accurately controlled within exceptionally tight tolerances by a proprietary algorithm that simulates sample temperature.

With the multi-format block, there is no need for the expense of multiple interchangeable blocks. The PR1MA™ TC9639 has the flexibility to accept 96 × 0.2 mL tubes, a 96-well plate, 0.2 mL strips or 39 x 0.5 mL tubes all in the same sample block. For protocol optimization, a gradient can be set up across the block. An optional in-situ adapter allows for the incubation of slides. Additionally, the unit may be purchased with a 384-well sample block.

Compatible with PR1MA™ and Accuris™ PCR reagents. For research use only.

A large, full-color touchscreen serves as the operations center where all functions are accessed. From the “Home” screen, simply touch an icon to view the last run program, enter the program library, or use the program wizard to quickly enter a protocol. In addition, icons for favorite programs can be added for faster access.

The program wizard guides users through quickly setting up a protocol on a single screen. Once entered, programs are shown graphically and can be edited by simply touching the step that requires modification. Time and temperature increments can be built into programs as well as slower ramp rates. Storage capabilities are unlimited; programs can be stored in public folders, private (password-protected) folders, or on a flash drive. The full virtual keyboard allows for alphanumeric naming of programs and folders.

Main Attributes

• Gradient capabilities- ideal for protocol optimization
• Intuitive touchscreen control- Works even when wearing gloves!
• Upgraded software- Even easier to use than before!
• No need for interchangeable blocks- multi-format accepts:
• 0.2 mL tubes or strips (96)
• 0.5 mL tubes (39)
• 96-well PCR plate

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MultiGene™ OptiMax Gradient Thermal Cycler (TC9610)!

 

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MultiGene™ OptiMax Thermal Cycler  

This simple-to-program PCR thermal cycler unit is compact in design and built to perform. Programming is intuitive with the large display and multiple pre-programmed templates supplied with the unit.

The OptiMax comes with standard built-in 2-step, temperature optimization, touchdown, and time increment protocols that are easy to adjust to meet your cycling needs. You can select lid temperature or turn it off depending on your needs. The faster ramp rates allow more work to be done in a workday.
 

Additional Thermal Cycler Product Features:

• Unique Flexible Programming with FlexTemp™ technology
• Fast ramp rates 5°C heating / 3.5°C cooling
• Simple user interface
• No condensation after overnight cooling at 4°C
• 3-Year Warranty 

Distinct Heat Optimization

The MultiGene™ OptiMax employs a new protocol optimization process improving on older gradient features. This “Better than Gradient” capability allows users to select up to 6 distinct annealing temperatures to be run simultaneously. This is ideal for method optimization as well as applications like genotyping.

The OptiMax utilizes FlexTemp™ technology that effectively separates the 96-well plate into 6 – (4 x 4) temperature regions that allow you to pick the temperatures you want to test against. These regions are easily identified by the blue and black squares visible on the microplate platen. Instead of having the thermal cycler choose temperatures for you, you can choose any temperatures you want within a 24°C range.

The MultiGene™ OptiMax has a heating rate of 5°C /sec and a cooling rate of 3.5°C/sec. We have minimized overshooting and undershooting so that your reactions only see the temperatures they are supposed to see. This also leads to faster runs time.

Intuitive User Interface

The MultiGene™ OptiMax utilizes an intuitive user interface. This user interface is friendly to the laboratory environment and consistent with what our customers previously enjoyed in our earlier models. It can be used with lab gloves even if wet. We have improved the ramping speed and eliminated overshooting and undershooting which contributes to longer run times.

Fully Adjustable Heated Lid

The OptiMax’s heated lid is fully adjustable to provide optimum pressure for use with a broad range of tubes and microplates. For optimum performance, the lid can also be programmed to hold different temperatures between 60° to 65°C and 100° to 115°C. The OptiMax lid prevents condensation and slides away and back from the user to provide full access to samples and reduce the risk of coming in contact with a hot surface.
 

TC-96 Turbo™ 2D Gradient Thermal Cycler

• Exceptionally fast cycling – speeds up to 9°C/second
• 2D Gradient for simultaneous optimization of annealing and denaturation temperatures
• Large, folding 10” touch screen
• Program wizard for quick and easy protocol entry
• Optimize results with MIDSCI™ PCR reagents

The Benchmark™ TC-96 Turbo™ 2D Gradient Thermal Cycler is designed for fast cycling and quick protocol optimization. Exceptionally easy to program, the unit features tight temperature control and excellent block uniformity for consistent, reliable results.

Many thermal cyclers offer users the option to select a temperature gradient across the block to test a range of annealing temperatures simultaneously. The TC-96 Turbo™ offers a 2D gradient – across both the columns and rows – allowing for optimization of annealing and denaturation temperatures in the same run. The ability to optimize both steps provides for an increase in yield and specificity of complex or GC rich templates. Temperature ramp rates as fast as 9°C per second allow reactions to be performed quickly – up to 20% faster than other popular thermal cyclers. Temperature change is precisely controlled by a proprietary algorithm that simulates sample temperature and allows samples to arrive at the programmed temperature without any lag or overshoot.

All operating parameters are controlled and monitored from the large, full color, 10” touch screen. The screen can be angled toward the user for easy access and folded back against the instrument when not in use to save space. Entering and editing programs is intuitive with the program wizard. Programming features include adjustable ramp rates, temperature and time increments/decrements, password protected multi-user login and a memory for 30,000 programs.

TC-96 Turbo™ will accommodate 96 x 0.2 or 96 x 0.1 mL tubes as well as non-skirted 96 well plates. The height of the heated lid is auto-adjusting to prevent condensation for all of the accepted consumables. Temperature of the lid is adjustable.

Compatible with select MIDSCI™ PCR reagents, click here to see options.

*For research use only.

Specifications

 
MultiCycler™ Multi-block Thermal Cycler

Designed for laboratories wanting flexibility in their applications, Benchmark’s MultiCycler™ Thermal Cyclers offer multiple, independent cycling blocks in a single unit.

• Dual or triple block models are available, both offering extremely fast cycling profiles
• Large touchscreen interfaces
• Self-adjusting heated lids
• Gradient capabilities
• Easy-to-use program wizard.

All programming features are accessed from the large, 10” full-color touch screen. The screen can be angled towards the user when in use and then tucked away to save space. A program wizard guides users through the simple protocol setup process. Advanced programming features include gradient, adjustable ramp rates, and time increments and decrements. For multi-user labs, password protection prevents interference with an existing run. A USB provides for unlimited program storage and easy transfer of protocols between MultiCycler™ machines.

The auto-adjusting heated lid prevents condensation and evaporation of samples. Lid temperature can be programmed, and when the block temperature is below 35°C, the lid automatically shuts off. Peltier units allow for exceptionally fast heating and cooling of the blocks. Temperature change is precisely and accurately controlled within tight tolerances by a proprietary algorithm that simulates sample temperature, resulting in fast runs and reproducible results.
 
The wells are arranged in a 4×8 and 6×8 format, allowing for the use of PCR strip tubes in both models. Each block is independently controlled.

Specifications