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The UVP GelSolo is a compact, easy-to-use, stand-alone system for gel documentation. It is designed to acquire gel images easily and without any need for training. Thus, it is ideal for multi-user laboratories and practical trainings. The UVP GelSolo system includes a light-sensitive monochrome camera with a high resolution of 5 megapixels. A highly sensitive zoom lens allows for high-contrast image acquisition. The system is controlled by an 11.6” touch screen with the intuitive VisionWorks image acquisition and analysis software.

Emission filters
The three-position emission filter tray can be used to place three different filters and switch between them for different applications. An Ethidium Bromide filter is included with the system, but a variety of other emission filters are available for additional purchase.

Transilluminators
Seven different UV Transilluminator options are available based on filter size and UV wavelength (Filter sizes: 20 x 20 cm, 21 x 26 cm or 25 x 26 cm; Wavelength: 1UV 302 nm,
2UV 302/365 nm or 3UV 254/302/365 nm, 100-115 V/60 Hz or 230 V/50 Hz). A blue light transilluminator is also available.

Intuitive Software
The VisionWorks software on the UVP GelSolo is a powerful yet intuitive software for capturing gel images and analyzing them. The simple user interface enables easy access to auto and manual image capture modes under the Device tab. Exposure time can be adjusted with customizable exposure settings. Captured images are saved in TIFF or JPEG formats.

 

Image Analysis
Image enhancement and analysis features are included with all systems. Researchers can personalize their experiments and make use of enhancement features and annotation tools for publication purposes. The software offers many powerful tools such as noise reduction, histogram adjustment, inversion, pseudocolor, and more. The extensive analysis features such as automatic lane and band detection, 1D analysis, area density, and colony counting, are optimized for accurate and reproducible results. All the data can be conveniently exported to Excel.

  • Integrated multi-touch computer, with large storage capacity. Ideal for multitasking and viewing several images.

    Wide maximum illuminated imaging area for imaging multiple gels of various sizes (up to 25 x 26 cm).

    Available as well with a unique "Slide2Hide" door which features smooth operation and limits bench top interferences

    Integrated UV Protection Shield, maximizes protection from UV radiation while working over the transilluminated surface.

    Overhead white, red, green and blue LEDs included

    Five-position automated, filter tray for easy access (Ethidium bromide filter included)

    Upgradeable to support UVP eLITE Light Source module, for excitation from 400 to 800 nm wavelength applications.

    VisionWorks Software, with comprehensive features, optimizes image acquisition and analysis

    Fully networkable system that can connect over wireless network for simple transfer of files and data.

    The creators behind the UVP GelStudio imaging systems are renowned for delivering advanced solutions to genomic and proteomic applications. UVP GelStudio imagers offer high-resolution and sensitive imaging of DNA & protein gels. They also work with an unlimited range of excitable stains and dyes. All imagers run the powerful VisionWorks® Software, full package image capture, enhancement functions and analysis software. Application-based icons for automation, which are included in the software package, offer one-touch capture. The software allows for creating custom icons and workflows based on users’ needs. The UVP GelStudio guarantees top image quality and an optimized range of high performance features. With its high resolution camera, high dynamics and excitation ranges from 400 to 800 nm, this series introduces a new benchmark that goes far beyond publication-quality images.

     

  • Wide aperture lens optics capture more light in low-light applications. Signals come faster and are stronger
  • Small footprint to maximize the use of laboratory bench space
  • Available as either a PC-operated unit or as a stand-alone instrument with an integrated color touchscreen
  • Overhead white, green, red and blue LEDs come as standard in the series
  • “Slide2Hide“ door or fold down door minimizes benchtop interferences
  • Includes Ethidium Bromide emission filter in an easy-to-access filter wheel with to up to five positions
  • Chemi tray for sample placement on the black, non-reflective surface
  • VisionWorks Software, with comprehensive features, optimizes image acquisition and analysis

Next generation of Gel and Blot Imagers

No matter what your preferred method of western blotting is, the UVP ChemStudio Series features the highest sensitivity in gel analysis and blotting available. Fluorescent western blotting is the preferred method for quantitative comparisons between protein samples and for detection of multiple proteins. However, the ChemStudio and ChemStudio PLUS systems were built with flexibility in mind, providing standard RGB and IR detection as an option.

Whatever your preferred research method, the UVP ChemStudio product family was built to streamline your protocol from detection to analysis, providing the most accurate quantitation of data for an unlimited range of applications.

The UVP ChemStudio product family features the newest technology, a brand new software interface and top-of-the-line camera options, which guarantees a wider dynamic range of imaging than ever before. With a Studio in your lab, your research is unlimited.

  • Safety shut-off switch automatically turns the UV light off when door is opened
  • Makrolon® panels block all UV light below 400nm
  • Built-in power outlets for operation of equipment inside the Workstation
  • Touch screen interface to control all system functions
  • Choice of HEPA or non-HEPA system configurations based on customer needs
  • HEPA models only: 3 layers of UV irradiation + air filtration/ circulation to ensure maximum decontamination, Carbon pre filter with long-life UV, HEPA filter with standard UV lamps, and Recirculator with long-life UV
  • Unique folding assembly that takes as little as 20 minutes
  • Quick and easy filter and lamp replacement as well as service

Researchers who work with PCR technologies, must ensure effective protection against the unintended transfer of nucleic acids. Analytik Jena‘s UVP PCR Workstations are exceptionally equipped to provide systemic protection against such transfers.

The UVP PCR Workstations create an ideal environment for preparing PCR master mixes and other reactions by reducing any possible sample contamination. UV irradiation by means of the built-in 254nm UV lamps significantly reduces surface and airborne contaminants in the chamber and maintains a clean work area to minimize repeat experiments and save time. The hoods include a timer to control UV decontamination of the chamber by simply setting the desired time. All systems feature a safety shut-off switch, which automatically turns the UV light off when the door is opened, protecting users from UV exposure. Additional contamination control is provided with a coated stainless steel and aluminum design that maintains antimicrobial efficacy. These systems can be configured with or without a HEPA filter assembly, and have been specially designed to enable unbelievably easy assembly and service.

 

  • LED display for easy operation
  • Temperature range: Ambient +10 °C to 99.9 °C maximum
  • Temperature uniformity: ±0.1 °C to 68 °C
  • Temperature accuracy: ± 0.3 °C to 68 °C
  • Heating element: 1,250 watts
  • Maximum power consumption: 1,150 Watt
  • Easy to clean interior made of stainless steel
  • Removable protective tray to allow easy cleanup of spilled media
  • Glass door for easy viewing of samples and blocking of ß-emission from the hybridization chamber
  • Oribital motion tray or rocker tray as optional accessory available

Self-contained unit provides the unique combination of a hybridization oven and a 254nm ultraviolet crosslinker. The UVP Hybrilink Oven portion is ideal for Southern, Northern, and Western blots; in situ hybridization; and binding nucleic acids to nitrocellulose or nylon-reinforced transfer membranes or other media. The unit features precise microprocessor rotation speed and temperature control. An internal circulating fan maintains temperature uniformity, and a large LED display shows the current chamber temperature. Internal stainless steel construction enables the environment to be kept clean. The oven accommodates multiple bottle sizes, arrangements, and offset positions to meet a variety of mixing requirements. The rotary wheel holds twenty 35x150mm bottles or 35x100mm bottles, ten 35x300mm bottles, or a combination of the various sizes. The rotary wheel can be removed and replaced with a rocker tray or rocker plate to create a rocking motion and to accomodate various types of flasks. The removable protective trays allow for easy cleanup of spilled media. The ultraviolet crosslinker portion of the UVP Hybrilink Oven provides uniform shortwave (254nm) ultraviolet radiation exposure maintained by five 254nm UV tubes. UV output is measured by an internal sensor and is controlled by an on-board microprocessor. The crosslinker features an internal interlocking system for added safety. The hybridization oven and crosslinker components have separate power supplies and may operate independently.

  • Easy to clean interior made of stainless steel
  • Two independent incubation chambers (UVP Multidizer Oven)

The UVP Multidizer Ofen is designed with two separate incubation chambers that work as separate, independent units and can be used for a variety of applications. The two chambers allow simultaneously hybridization and blotting procedures requiring different sized bottles, motions or temperature settings. The upper chamber is equipped with a shaker tray that can be exchanged by an acrylic carousel or an orbital tray that are available as optional accessories. The UVP Multidizer Ofen therefore offers several motion functions like shaking, rolling, orbital rocking and rotating all in one unit.

Self-contained unit provides the unique combination of a hybridization oven and a 254nm ultraviolet crosslinker. The UVP Hybrilink Oven portion is ideal for Southern, Northern, and Western blots; in situ hybridization; and binding nucleic acids to nitrocellulose or nylon-reinforced transfer membranes or other media. The unit features precise microprocessor rotation speed and temperature control. An internal circulating fan maintains temperature uniformity, and a large LED display shows the current chamber temperature. Internal stainless steel construction enables the environment to be kept clean. The oven accommodates multiple bottle sizes, arrangements, and offset positions to meet a variety of mixing requirements. The rotary wheel holds twenty 35x150mm bottles or 35x100mm bottles, ten 35x300mm bottles, or a combination of the various sizes. The rotary wheel can be removed and replaced with a rocker tray or rocker plate to create a rocking motion and to accomodate various types of flasks. The removable protective trays allow for easy cleanup of spilled media. The ultraviolet crosslinker portion of the UVP Hybrilink Oven provides uniform shortwave (254nm) ultraviolet radiation exposure maintained by five 254nm UV tubes. UV output is measured by an internal sensor and is controlled by an on-board microprocessor. The crosslinker features an internal interlocking system for added safety. The hybridization oven and crosslinker components have separate power supplies and may operate independently.

The UVP Incubator provides precise temperature control and uniformity for the incubation of biological assays, fungal, bacterial cultures, eggs and other samples up to 68 °C. The instrument is equipped with built-in overhead shortwave 254nm UV tubes for sterilization of the incubation chamber between experiments. By utilizing the germicidal properties of UV light eliminating viable fungi, bacteria and yeast cross contamination between experiments is prevented. For protection of the personnel the incubator door blocks UV light and will not allow UV radiation to pass through. The germicidal lamp will shut off if the door is opened. There is no risk of damage to unprotected eyes and skin by the powerful source of UV radiation. For safety the UVP Incubator provides an automated process for the decontamination by high-intensive shortwave UV light. Furthermore the interior of the instrument is made of stainless steel and easy to clean by non-abrasive mild detergents. The instrument is delivered with two shelves made of stainless steel that can be adjusted at three different positions. This flexibility can be used for simultaneously incubation of various samples of different heights.

UV transilluminators for UV fluorescent stains

The UV transilluminators feature a uniform and bright illumination. The exclusive application of high-grade filter glass provides for excellent documentation results with lowest background signal. The great illumination uniformity allows the reliable quantification of electrophoretically separated fluorescent samples.

The UVP Transilluminators are equipped with an ultraviolet blocking cover to shield the user from UV radiation. The base is painted with high-quality, scratch-resistant powder coat. Models include a stainless steel top assembly or powder coat paint.

UVP Transilluminators
The compact models of the UVP Transilluminators include the economical single intensity and variable intensity transilluminators which are equipped with 8-watt, 302 nm UV tubes.

The variable intensity models feature:

  • High setting allows UV excitation of fluorophores on gels for routine photography. Also excites gels with low sample concentration.
  • The medium intensity is excellent for viewing and quick singleband excision.
  • Low setting is used for positioning and preparation of the gel, excising multiple bands, and focusing for photography.

For users who prefer the choice between 302 nm UV and 365 nm UV the benchUV ML models are suited. These models come with single intensity setting and 8-watt UV bulbs of 302 nm and 365 nm. Available filter sizes are 20 cm x 20 cm or 21 cm x 26 cm.

Transilluminators with extraordinary uniform illumination
The UVP FirstLightTransilluminator represent a unique highly uniform 302 nm UV excitation source for quantitative fluorescent imaging in a wide range of applications.

The transilluminator achieves accurate and reproducible RNA, DNA and protein results. The illuminator emits 302 nm UV excitation and combined with a patented phosphor coating configuration generates exceptionally uniform UV illumination over each band and lane. Multiple gels may be placed on the surface with assurance of uniformity for each gel.

High performance UV transilluminators
All high performance UVP Transilluminator include the exclusive 25-watt ultraviolet tubes and provide a total of 100 watts of brilliant UV illumination.

Blue light transilluminators for fluorescent stains
Blue light transilluminators are a quite interesting alternative to UV transilluminators as there is no risk of sample damage during illumination. This is important when samples shall be processed furthermore after gel documentation. Users also benefit from it as there is no risk of UV exposure. Blue light excitation is applicable for fluorescent dyes for nucleic acid or protein stains with excitation wavelengths around 470 nm. Examples for compatible stains are:
SYBR Green, GelGreen, SYBR Safe, SYBR Gold or SYPRO Ruby and GFP stains.

The blue light illuminator UVP Visi-Blue Transilluminatoris available as compact 8-watt model and in its size similar to the benchtop models UV transilluminators. The amber protective cover blocks blue light transmission, allows visualization of most samples above 500 nm.

UV-to-blue converter plates
Alternative to a blue light transilluminator a converter plate can be applied on top of a UV transilluminator to convert UV light to blue light. Three different sizes of the Visi-Blue converter plate are available. In combination with a camera system an amber camera filter has to be applied.

White/UV transilluminator
The UVP Visi-White transilluminator is also available as dual use version: UV table and white light table. UVP UV/White Transilluminator TMW-20 features a 20 cm x 20 cm filter size for UV fluorescent samples and additional a 20 cm x 20 cm filter size for white light transillumination. The white light table can be used for the documentation of all visible colored samples like silver or Coomassie Blue stained gels as well as for radiographs. This transilluminator can not be integrated into a GelStudio or ChemStudio darkhood due to its geometry.

UV to white light converter plates
Alternatively to the use of a white light table a converter plate can be applied at the top of a UV transilluminator. The converter plate converts the UV light to visible light and thus economically extents the application scope of all UV table models to the visualisation of colored dyes.

White light table UVP Visi-White Transilluminator
For documentation of only visible colored samples without the need for any UV light the white light transilluminator UVP Visi-White Transilluminator TW-26 is the table of choice. It comes with a 21 cm x 26 cm filter size. The exceeding uniform illumination provides for bright sample images.

The UVP Minidizer Oven is a cost-effective device with low space requirements for temperature incubation of membranes

during blotting procedures. The Minidizer operates with a state-of-the-art microprocessor as well as temperature and variable

speed controls. The instrument enables consistent saturation of samples, whether it for washing or hybridizing. 

Ultraviolet light is considered an ancillary disinfectant to chemical disinfectants in the healthcare environment. Our high-precision CL-3000 crosslinker is capable of producing a cumulative dosage of 1 J/cm2 , this is considered well beyond the requirement needed for disinfection. The CL-3000 provides nearuniform UVC light with a ~10% coefficient of variation and less than 2 mJ/cm2 difference between the highest and lowest reading. Most importantly, the CL-3000 has real-time monitoring of UVC dosage to assure reproducible dosing irrespective of space and time.

Immobilization of Nucleic Acids to Membranes

The UVP Crosslinker is a microprocessor controlled UV irradiation system dedicated to nucleic acid linking to membranes for Southern, Northern, Dot and Slot Blot applications.

Microprocessor Controlled Reproducibility
The programmable microprocessor constantly monitors the UV light emission. Irradiation stops exactly when the programmed energy is achieved. Thus, the effect of decreasing UV intensity due to bulb aging is compensated for.

Durability
The UVP Crosslinker combines the latest UV technology with high quality manufacturing: aluminum UV exposure chamber, protective quartz disk on the UV sensor cell, and a highly resistant and easy-to-clean keypad and housing.

Ease of use
The large display provides a series of predefined methods, making the UVP Crosslinker an easy to use yet powerful instrument for immobilization of nucleic acids to membranes. The programmed data are shown on the LED display.

*Product performance and effectiveness will depend on the user.*