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Description
Bio-Rad's new 1D electrophoresis cell runs mini gels in less than an hour or 2D gels in less than a day.
First introduced over 20 years ago, the Bio-Rad mini-gel protein electrophoresis system has become the solution of choice around the world for both handcast and precast gel users. The Mini-PROTEAN® Tetra Cell delivers unparalleled ease-of-use with its patented clamping frame.
The Mini-PROTEAN Tetra cell is the next-generation mini cell for 1D vertical gel electrophoresis. This electrophoresis cell incorporates innovative, user-friendly features that make running protein or DNA on polyacrylamide gels easier than ever. The cell is durable, versatile, easy to assemble, and can run up to four precast or handcast polyacrylamide gels.
Key Features
• Runs 1-4 mini polyacrylamide gels in 30 min
• Exclusive sample-loading guides direct pipette tips into sample wells - no more missing or doubling up samples in a lane
• Leak-free electrophoresis and gel casting
• Indestructible molded polycarbonate construction throughout
• Ability to run either precast or handcast gels
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Reviews
Haiyan Zhai Status: See all reviews Member since 2013 Organization: Stony Brook Univ. Read more » | RATING: 5.0 
"This system can run 4 gels together and is very convenient; saves a lot time. But it needs a lot more running buffer than the old version 2-gel system."   |
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| James Knockleby Status: See all reviews Member since 2013 Organization: Amric Read more » | RATING: 4.3
"This western blotting system comes fully equipped to get you up and running with up to 4 mini gels in the classic Bio-Rad format. The initial choice of gel formats (1mm or 1.5mm) and combs (5, 10, 15 well) allows for a good initial investment with the ability to expand as resources become available. The backward compatibility with mini-Protean II allows for the use of lab resources already present. Two issues have arisen that reduce the rating down to 4 stars. One is common amongst the mini-protean system: the frequency that the little green tabs at the ends of the combs snap off causing the loss of wells. The second concern is the tendency for the gasket to leak between the inner and outer buffers. These two issues are common in the Bio-Rad system in my experience, but the benefits do outweigh these two issues. I have recommended that my colleagues buy this product and when I am equipping my own lab I intend to continue to use Bio-Rad mini-protean systems." |
| David C. Calianese Status: See all reviews Member since 2013 Organization: Providence College Read more » | RATING: 5.0
"This is a great product. I run at least 2 westerns a week in the lab and I have always had positive experiences when using these products. Bio Rad is a great company and I look forward to working with them in the future." |
| Diane Check Status: See all reviews Member since 2013 Organization: Umdnj-new Jersey Medical School Read more » | RATING: 5.0
"The system works fairly well, but it would be better if one could analyze more samples. Additionally the price is a bit high." |
| Kathleen Capaccione Status: See all reviews Member since 2013 Organization: Umdnj-the Cancer Inst. Of New Jersey Read more » | RATING: 4.3
"Excellent system, works well and gives consistent results. Important to use thick enough fiber pads in transfer step." |
| Rachana Garg Status: See all reviews Member since 2011 Organization: University of Pennsylvania Read more » | RATING: 4.0
"User friendly, with good reproducibility. We obtain nice results and are happy with outcomes. I would refer to colleagues, as it is less time consuming." |
| MAURIZIO FANCIULLI Status: See all reviews Member since 2010 Organization: REGINA ELENA NATIONAL CANCER INST. Read more » | RATING: 4.3
"This system is very easy to use and allows for results in a very short time. It is used by every member of the lab to obtain data." |
| JEFFREY LINDQUIST Status: See all reviews Member since 2013 Organization: GERON CORP. Read more » | RATING: 3.3
"Very nice system, easy to use and works great. Quick to set up and reproducible runs. Highly recommended for you to use." |
| Michael Roberts Status: See all reviews Member since 2013 Organization: Dickinson College Read more » | RATING: 5.0
"These units are easy to use, fairly indestructible, and accessible for undergraduate student use. I have used these in classroom labs at both the intro- and upper-levels with great success." |
| Maggie Louie Status: See all reviews Member since 2013 Organization: Dominican University Read more » | RATING: 4.0
"Overall, the mini protein tetra cell from Biorad allows you to run 4 gels at once. It saves buffer. The only thing that is a problem is that there is not a transfer blot equivalent to use with the buffer chamber. Otherwise, it's nice to be able to run 4 gels in one apparatus- although hard to load middle gels if not experienced." |
| Ammar Kutiyanawalla Status: See all reviews Member since 2013 Organization: Georgia Regents University Read more » | RATING: 4.0
"Works really well either with home-made gels or with the pre-made tgx gels. You can run 4 gels at a time." |
| Vinit Kumar Status: See all reviews Member since 2013 Organization: H Lee Moffitt Cancer Center And Research Institute Read more » | RATING: 2.0
"It’s great to use. Easy to use. Very convenient. Although it’s expensive, I consider it worthy to buy. Biorad has a lot of other accessory stuff for western blot which can be bought as well." |
| kshitij gupta Status: See all reviews Member since 2013 Organization: UPENN Read more » | RATING: 5.0
"Mini protean gels are great. The bands are quite distinct and separate, with no smearing. Great product!" |
| Katerina Fagan-Solis Status: See all reviews Member since 2013 Job Title: Post Doc / Research Fellow Discipline: Cancer / Oncology Work Field: Academia / University Organization: North Carolina Central University Read more » | RATING: 5.0
"These gels are great. Easy to run and use. They are a bit sturdier and won’t break on you. Protein runs even and transfers well." |
| MELISSA JAMES Status: See all reviews Member since 2013 Organization: ALBERT EINSTEIN COLLEGE OF MEDICINE Read more » | RATING: 4.0
"The tetra cell allows you to run up to 4 gels in the same cell at the same time. This has been a very efficient system and saves on space and time. It is very convenient when running multiple gels." |
| Ying Ding Status: See all reviews Member since 2012 Organization: Kansas State University Read more » | RATING: 4.0
"The Mini-Protean Tetra Cell provided by Bio-Rad is easy to use. The protein bands separated are clear. It is not time-consuming. The data produced each time is consistent. However, the price of the gels is a little high. I am not satisfied with the shipping fee." |
| Yu-Mei Huang Status: See all reviews Member since 2012 Organization: Baylor College of Medicine Read more » | RATING: 4.0
"Even though Western blotting is a long process with many steps, the Tetra system makes the tedious work easier. The system is easy to use when following the instructions. I would recommend this system to those who do a lot of westerns, but not for those using fixed concentration pre-cast gels." |
| Rachel Gregory Status: See all reviews Member since 2012 Organization: London School Of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine Read more » | RATING: 3.7
"Lovely modular system, can use pre-cast and make own gels. Easy to use- best system on the market. However it can leak so it is best to top up completely with buffer rather than to the suggested line. I would recommend it." |
| Bianca Weigel Status: See all reviews Member since 2012 Organization: Universitätsklinikum Erlangen Read more » | RATING: 4.6
"Excellent design and material is robust. It is user friendly and the handling is very simple. The cost to purchase the equipment is fairly high." |
| XU WANG Status: See all reviews Member since 2010 Organization: EMORY UNIV. WINSHIP CANCER INST. Read more » | RATING: 4.3
"Easy to use, you do not need a lot of training. Good instructions are provided which are easy to follow. Sold at a reasonable price." |
| Imtiaz Siddiqui Status: See all reviews Member since 2008 Job Title: Research Scientist / Senior / PI Discipline: Molecular biology Work Field: Academia / University Organization: University of Wisconsin Read more » | RATING: 5.0
"Able to run 4 gels simultaneously, the gels give a good performance." |
| Mildred Acevedo-Duncan Status: See all reviews Member since 2007 Organization: University of South Florida Read more » | RATING: 5.0
"In my opinion this is a great mini gel electrophoresis because I do not need much sample to run the gel." |
| SIMON CHEWCHUK Status: See all reviews Member since 2010 Job Title: Student / Graduate Discipline: Biochemistry/Biophysic Work Field: Academia / University Organization: SUDBURY REGIONAL HOSPITAL, RESEARCH DEPARTMENT Read more » | RATING: 4.6
"An excellent system. It's easy to use and easy to clean and maintain." |
| Betty Lee Status: See all reviews Member since 2010 Organization: U.S. Export Pavilion Read more » | RATING: 4.0
"The equipment is very easy to use. After sales service was reliable. The equipment helps with protein analysis." |
| Monique Cadrin Status: See all reviews Member since 2008 Organization: University of Quebec Read more » | RATING: 5.0
"Excellent system, it works all the time giving quick and reliable results. The company is very helpful." |
| Gabriela Welan Status: See all reviews Member since 2011 Organization: MPI Biophysical Chemistry Read more » | RATING: 3.3
"Easy to use, however sometimes there is leakage of buffer from the upper chamber." |
| Leena Kraemer Status: See all reviews Member since 2011 Organization: Uni Bremen Read more » | RATING: 4.6
"Robust and easy to use." |
| BABAR MALIK Status: See all reviews Member since 2011 Organization: SOUTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY Read more » | RATING: 3.3
"Good efficiency." |
| DINESH THOTALA Status: See all reviews Member since 2011 Organization: WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY Read more » | RATING: 3.0
"Software to quantitate the blots would be helpful." |
| Baninrata Sen Status: See all reviews Member since 2011 Organization: MD Anderson Cancer center Read more » | RATING: 3.0
"Not at all user friendly. Protean 3 model was good." |
| Diane Jaworski Status: See all reviews Member since 2006 Organization: University of Vermont Read more » | RATING: 5.0
"The ability to run 4 gels simultaneously saves me an immense amount of time." |
| Jeiwook Chae Status: See all reviews Member since 2011 Organization: Bioneer Read more » | RATING: 3.6
"easy to use with manually prepared page gels but not compatible with ready made gels." |
| Cheryl Meyerkord Status: See all reviews Member since 2011 Organization: Emory University Read more » | RATING: 5.0
"The set up is easy and the quality of the gels are much better than other gels. The set up is user friendly and quick." |
| Miranda Lange Status: See all reviews Member since 2010 Organization: University of Kentucky Read more » | RATING: 4.3
"A good product." |
| Christina Pavlick Status: See all reviews Member since 2007 Organization: Protea Biosciences Inc Read more » | RATING: 4.3
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