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Thistle Scientific GelLITE Gel Documentation System with UVT, 230V/50Hz

Specifications

Depth
310 mm
Dimensions (WxDxH)
450 x 310 x 750 mm
Field of view
200 x 200 mm
Power supply frequency
50 Hz
Height
750 mm
Interfaces
USB
Lens
Manual zoom 6.5 - 39, F1.4
Light type
Epi-white
Max. voltage
230 V
Power supply
230 V, 50 Hz

R 191,040.30

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Product description

The Thistle Scientific GelLITE Gel Documentation System is a compact and reliable solution for imaging both DNA and protein gels. Designed for versatility and ease of use, this system features a high-resolution 5-megapixel camera with exceptional low-light sensitivity, capable of resolving closely spaced DNA bands and detecting faint fluorescence. The built-in 302 nm UV transilluminator supports gels up to 20 x 20 cm, making it ideal for large-format agarose and protein gel imaging. With intuitive genePIX acquisition and analysis software, the system ensures a streamlined and efficient workflow for molecular biology applications.

Key Features:

  • Brand: Thistle Scientific
  • Camera: High-resolution 5-megapixel camera with 16-bit image depth and 65,536 grey levels
  • Zoom & Focus: Manually controlled for precise image adjustment
  • Illumination: 302 nm UV transilluminator, suitable for gels up to 20 x 20 cm
  • Stain Compatibility: Compatible with all commercially available DNA and protein stains, including ethidium bromide, Coomassie, and safe dyes
  • Applications: Fluorescent and stained agarose gels, Coomassie-stained protein gels, spot and colony counting, molecular weight analysis, autoradiography, and GFP plant imaging
  • Software: Includes license-free genePIX acquisition and analysis software
  • Connectivity: USB connection to PC
  • Power Supply: 230V/50Hz
  • Dimensions: 31 x 45 x 75 cm (W x D x H)
  • Weight: Approximately 20 kg

Scope of Supply:

  • Darkroom
  • 5-megapixel camera
  • 302 nm UV transilluminator
  • UV emission filter
  • License-free genePIX acquisition and analysis software

The GelLITE system is the perfect solution for laboratories seeking compact, high-quality gel documentation with a wide range of imaging capabilities, from nucleic acid and protein analysis to fluorescence and colony counting.

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Frequently asked questions

It is a compact and reliable solution for imaging both DNA and protein gels. Designed for versatility and ease of use, this system features a high-resolution 5-megapixel camera with exceptional low-light sensitivity, capable of resolving closely spaced DNA bands and detecting faint fluorescence. The built-in 302 nm UV transilluminator supports gels up to 20 x 20 cm, making it ideal for large-format agarose and protein gel imaging. With intuitive genePIX acquisition and analysis software, the system ensures a streamlined and efficient workflow for molecular biology applications.

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R 191,040.30

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