Absorbance 96 plate reader
The Absorbance 96 is the only truly portable plate reader in the world. Easily transported within or between different laboratories, the Absorbance 96 brings readout to your workspace. Its robust design and USB power supply also make it the perfect tool for field use and mobile laboratories.
Absorbance 96 plate reader features
- Space-saving design
- Fast readout speed
- Reliable measurement results
- Maintenance-free
- Solid state technology
Winner of the SLAS New Product Award 2019
Absorbance 96 software
The software features a modern, attractive interface with smooth navigation and a logical flow.
To reduce the complexity of the software, no hidden windows or overwhelming dropdown menus are used. The user interface is designed so intuitively that the functions are understood within minutes and no extensive training is necessary.
A Software free from restrictions
The Absorbance 96 software is as flexible as the reader itself. It can be used on multiple devices and supports Microsoft Windows as well as macOS. With plug-and-play technology, simply connect the Absorbance 96 and start your assay.
The Absorbance 96 software can be used on a desktop PC in your lab or on your notebook or even on windows tablets in mobile situations. Regular updates bring new features and enhancements, so the user is always up to speed. There are no license limitations and updates are free of charge.
Advanced data analysis
The software enables to intuitively conduct advanced endpoint and kinetic assays. Moving forward from parameter and plate definition to the readout process follows a logical workflow.
Different kind of quantitative and qualitative evaluation methods are available as well as an advanced data analysis. The user can easily save and load protocol files and export the results in PDF or CSV.
Absorbance 96 plate reader specifications
| General | |
| Detection method | Absorbance |
| Detection mode | Endpoint, kinetic |
| Microplates types | 96-well microplates |
| Measurement | |
| Light source | 4 x LED |
| Detector | 96 x Photodiode |
| Wavelength selection | Standard combinations (FWHM 10 nm): 405, 450, 492, 620 nm/405, 450, 540, 630 nm/492, 562, 605, 650 nm. Other filter combinations in the range of 400–1000 nm possible. |
| Photometric range | 0.0–4.0 OD |
| Linearity | ≤ 1.0 % from 0.0–2.0 OD; ≤ 1.5 % from 2.0–3.0 OD |
| Accuracy | ≤ 1.0 % + 0.010 OD from 0.0–2.0 OD; ≤ 1.5 % + 0.010 OD from 2.0–3.0 OD |
| Reproducibility | ≤ 0.5 % + 0.005 OD from 0.0–2.0 OD; ≤ 1,0 % + 0.010 OD from 2.0–3.0 OD |
| Resolution | 0.001 OD |
| Read time | Down to 5 sec. at single wavelength |
| Data output | USB 2.0 interface with PC |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Dimensions | 9.6 x 15.4 x 5.5 cm (W x L x H) |
| Weight | 0.9 kg |
| Power | Through USB connection 5 V |
| Power consumption | 2.5 Watts |
Software
| System requirements | |
| Microsoft Windows | Windows 7 or higher |
| Mac OS | High Sierra 10.13. or higher |
Existing Absorbance 96 users
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Fondazione Banca dei Tessuti del Veneto ETS, Italy
High throughput and precision microplate reading for biochemical analysis
In a recent study by Giulia Montagner et al., a novel method to preserve human skin for transplantation was developed by decellularising the human dermis; a process where cellular components are removed to minimise the risk of transplant rejection. This allowed skin to be stored through freeze-drying while maintaining its structural integrity and essential components. To validate its effectiveness, the Absorbance 96 microplate reader was used to analyse and quantify the collagen content of the preserved skin.
Collagen, a critical protein in the extracellular matrix, is a primary determinant of the skin's mechanical strength and elasticity. Therefore, accurately assessing collagen content is vital to confirm that decellularisation preserves the essential properties of the skin.
You can learn more about how the plate reader was used in the study by clicking the button below.
Munich University of Applied Sciences, Germany
Portable plate reading without compromising on performance
In a comparative study by the Munich University of Applied Sciences, the Absorbance 96 was able to proficiently measure bacterial growth, obtaining optical density (OD) readings comparable with a much larger plate reader. It uses plug-and-play technology, meaning it can be easily used between different laboratories or in the field, and its portability enables on-site measurements, eliminating the need for sample transportation.
In the study, it was compared to two other commercially available instruments, the BioMate 3 spectrophotometer and the SpectraMax iD3 plate reader. Results found that the BioMate 3 exhibited relatively higher OD605 values in comparison to the other two instruments, likely due to variations in path length, whereas no significant difference was observed in results obtained by the Absorbance 96 and SpectraMax iD3, proving its reliability despite its much smaller size.
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University of Bristol, UK
Analysing phytotelmata composition of Nepenthes plants
Dr. Skylar Johnson from the University of Bristol has used Byonoy instruments to study pitcher plants in the rainforests of Brunei Darussalam on the island of Borneo. The portable instruments, which includes the Absorbance 96 microplate reader and Absorbance One single cuvette spectrophotometer, enables comprehensive research in one of the world’s most demanding environments. Dr. Johnson said, “Our project is centred on investigating the composition of the fluid within pitcher plants, employing spectrophotometers as our primary analytical tool.”
The fluid (phytotelmata) within the Nepenthes plants is a mixture of water and digestive enzymes, yet the compositions appear very different to other Nepenthes species. Dr. Johnson said, “We used the Absorbance 96 to study protein concentrations and perform protease assays to investigate the digestive properties of the pitcher fluid. Meanwhile, the Absorbance One enabled us to understand sugar levels through total carbohydrate assays. This data is now the foundation for ongoing research.”
You can find out more about Dr. Johnson's research by clicking the button below.
University of Sheffield, UK
Researching the microtubule transport system in neuronal health and disease
Dr. Alison Twelvetrees, a Sir Henry Dale Fellow at the Sheffield Institute for Translational Neuroscience (SITraN), has been using the Absorbance 96, the only truly portable compact plate reader with solid-state technology.
SITraN is a leading centre for research into Motor Neurone Disease, Alzheimer’s, and Parkinson’s Disease. As part of the institute, Twelvetrees Lab leads unique and innovative postdoctoral research into how the microtubule transport system contributes to neuronal health and disease. In her research, Alison conducts protein quantification assays, turbidity measurements, and optical densities of bacteria for protein expression.
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Quadram Institute Bioscience, UK
Studying gut bacteria
Researchers at the Quadram Institute Bioscience in Norwich have chosen the Absorbance 96 to study and characterise several model gut bacteria. You can find out more by clicking below.
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