Thermo Scientific™ BioMate™ 160 UV-Vis Spectrophotometer

Perform automated measurements of nucleic acids, proteins and cell cultures with the Thermo Scientific BioMate 160 UV-Vis spectrophotometer.

Supplier:  Thermo Scientific™ 840301000

Catalog No. 14-385-355

Description

Perform quantitative measurements in life science laboratories with the automated and network-capable 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, optional Wi-Fi networking, and a rugged design.

The BioMate UV-Vis Spectrophotometer provides automation for high-throughput options and room-light resistance, allowing lid-open operation for improved speed and convenience. Software includes pre-programmed life science methods such as Nucleic Acid A260; Protein A280 and A205; Protein Colorimetric assays and OD600.

A full line of accessories, including automated cell changers and cell holders, sipper, and fiber optic probes are designed to simplify sampling and accommodate high throughput measurements and temperature control. 

 

Features:

• 7-inch high-resolution touchscreen user interface
• Pre-programmed life science methods
• Networking capable (Wi-Fi adaptor available)
• Room light resistance for "open-lid" operation
• Sipper accessory
• Removable, washable sample compartment liner with magnetic placement and hold-down
• Accommodates cells up to 100 mm pathlength
• (Optional) 8-position cell changer with switchable turret
• (Optional) 4-position cell changer (long path cells)
• (Optional) Peltier-thermostatted single cell holder (20 °C - 60 °C)
• (Optional) Accessory for test-tubes up to 25 mm diameter and 150 mm height

 

Designed for:

• Advanced teaching labs
• R&D departments
• Applications requiring high throughput or temperature control

Specifications

• Photometric Accuracy Instrument: ±0.002A at 0.5A
  ±0.004A at 1.0A
  ±0.008A at 2.0A
• Wavelength Range: 190 nm – 1100 nm
• Display: 7-inch color touchscreen, tiltable, high definition, 800 × 1280 pixels
• Printer: Snap-on printer available
• Compartments:
  Accommodates (optional):
  8-position cell changer
  4-position cell changer (long path cells)
  Peltier thermostatted cell holder (20-60 °C)
  Sipper accessory
  Fiber optic probe coupler
• Dimensions (L x W x H): 35.5 x 38.5 x 19.5 cm
• Electrical Requirements: External AC to DC converter. Voltage and Frequency (Hz) selected automatically, 100–240 volts, 50–60 Hz.
• Lamp: Xenon Flash Lamp (>5 years typical, 3 years guaranteed)
• Optical Design: Dual beam
• Photometric Range: –2A to +3.5A
• Spectral Bandwidth: 2 nm
• Wavelength Data Interval: 0.2 nm, 0.5 nm, 1 nm, 2 nm, 5 nm
• Wavelength Scan Speed: Slow, medium and fast - up to 1600 nm/min
• Warranty: 2 years standard with 1 year extension upon registration of the instrument with Thermo Fisher Scientific within 6 months of purchase

• Connections: Single USB-A supports flash memory devices for method and data storage
  Duplex USB-A on side supports connection to a Windows™ computer running optional remote control software, keyboard, mouse
  
  Export data to network or PC via USB, Ethernet, or Wi-Fi USB adaptor, available
  Print via USB, Ethernet or Wi-Fi USB adaptor available
• Detector Type: Dual Silicon Photodiodes
• Wavelength Accuracy: ±0.5 nm
• Baseline Flatness: ±0.002A
• Description: BioMate 160 UV-Visible Spectrophotometer
• Drift: (At 500 nm after 1 hour warmup) <0.0005A/Hr
• Keypad: Touchscreen
• Noise: (RMS at 500 nm 60 consecutive measurements)
  ≤0.00020A at 0A at 260 and 500 nm
  ≤0.00030A at 1A at 260 and 500 nm
  ≤0.00040A at 2A at 260 and 500 nm
• Photometric Display: -3A to +5A
• Photometric Repeatability: ±0.001A at 1A measured at 1.0A at 546 nm
• Stray Light: <1.0%T 198 nm (KCl)
  <0.05%T at 220 nm (NaI)
  <0.03%T at 340 nm (NaNO2)
• Wavelength Repeatability: < ±0.2 nm
• Weight (Metric): 7.5 kg