qTOWER3 auto

Real-Time PCR cycler for automation

qTower³ auto is an automated version of qTower³ and it allows flexibility of measurement with exchangeable and expandable color module system. Patented high-performance optics with 10-year warranty reaches homogeneous excitation and illumination of all individual samples. High heating and cooling rates fasten analysis times. Its modular design makes it perfect fit for automated systems.

Main features:

96 or 384 well sample block format
Silver or aluminium sample block for optimal temperature homogeneity without edge effect
Unmatched control accuracy (± 0.1 °C) for individual wells
Moveable microplate tray is accessible for various plate handlers
Choose up to 6 out of 12 easily exchangeable Color, FRET, and Protein Modules
Multiplex up to 6 targets
Patented Fiber optical system for outstanding homogeneous fluorescence
Light source of 4 colour long-life LEDs (RGBW)
Individual well detection – no passive reference needed
Fast read-out time of 6 seconds for the entire plate
Linear Gradient Tool (LGT) for simple programming of even gradient temperatures
Low noise emission – max. 45 dB
Reduced footprint

Suitable for wide range of real-time PCR analyses:

Absolute quantification
Relative quantification
ddCt method
PCR efficiency
Allelic discrimination
End-point detection
Melt point
Protein analysis

Accessories:

Color Modules:

Color module 1	FAM^TM, SYBRGreen, Alexa488
Color module 2	JOE^TM, HEX^TM, VIC, YakimaYellow
Color module 3	TAMRA^TM, DFO^TM, Alexa546, NED^TM
Color module 4	ROX^TM, TexasRed, Cy3.5
Color module 5	Cy5, Alexa633, Quasar670
Color module 6	Cy5.5, LightCycler Red
FRET module 1	FAM^TM (donor)/TAMRA^TM (acceptor)
FRET module 2	FAM^TM (donor)/Cy5 (acceptor)
FRET module 3	FAM^TM (donor)/Cy5.5(acceptor)
FRET module 4	JOE^TM (donor)/Cy5 (acceptor)
FRET module 5	FAM^TM (donor)/ROX (acceptor)
Color modul Protein 1	SYPRO Orange