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The PHERAstar FS is the Gold-standard multidetection microplate reader for HTS and assay development, especially where speed and sensitivity are imperative.
The compact and versatile PHERAstar FS microplate reader is able to perform all leading non-isotopic detection technologies.
Important features of the PHERAstar FS include
• Tandem Technology - Spectrometer / filter based detection
• Ultra fast UV/Vis spectrometer for full absorbance spectra (220 - 1000 nm)
• Fluorescence intensity
• Time-resolved fluorescence
• Fluorescence Polarization
• Luminescence
• Dedicated UV-laser for TR-FRET measurements
• Advanced HTRF® performance
• AlphaScreen® laser
• On-board reagent injection for precise kinetic measurements
• Advanced top and bottom reading
• High-resolution cell layer scanning
• Powerful MARS Data Analysis Software Due to the unique modular optical system, sequential dual excitation, Simultaneous Dual Emission, and ratiometric calculations such as for FRET and BRET, the PHERAstar FS performs all assays with highest speed and accuracy.
BMG LABTECH offers assay optimized and barcoded optic modules for your applications with appropriate filters, mirrors, beamsplitters, dichroics or polarizers incorporated into one hand-held module. Once inserted, the PHERAstar FS automatically selects the proper module for your assay protocol. Never worry about what dichroic, aperture, or filter is installed in your microplate reader.
PHERAstar FS can read 6-3456 well plates with uncompromised sensitivity. Assay flexibility is further enhanced by precise temperature control to 45°C as well as multi-mode shaking capabilities. Automatic Z-height, gain adjustment, and plate mapping as well as the ability to export data in ASCII format complete the package. For HTS automation purposes, the PHERAstar FS is easily integrated into numerous robotic platforms vial DDE or ActiveX interface or it can be equipped with BMG LABTECH's 50 plate Stacker.
From the beginning, BMG LABTECH has understood that automation is a key feature in high-throughput screening and has designed ALL of its microplate reader instrumentation to be easily automated. This is especially an advantage for the ultimate multidetection HTS microplate reader PHERAstar FS. Based on Tandem Technology, the PHERAstar FS high-end plate reader incorporates two technological concepts: an ultra-fast UV/Vis spectrometer for full spectrum absorbance measurements from 220-1000 nm and high-performance assay specific filter-based Optic Modules for all other detection modes.
The PHERAstar FS also features a UV laser dedicated for TR-FRET measurements such as HTRF®, an AlphaScreen® laser, Simultaneous Dual Emission detection, advanced top/bottom reading including high-resolution cell layer scanning, and on-board reagent injection for precision kinetic measurements.
The PHERAstar FS comes with a comprehensive software package including established Reader Control and powerful MARS Data Analysis Software. For rapid mid-throughput plate handling, the 50 microplate capacity Stacker can be added to the PHERAstar FS and all other BMG LABTECH microplate readers. For High-Throughput Screening, the PHERAstar FS can also be controlled through ActiveX or DDE interfaces for easier robotic integration. In order to foster standardization in laboratory automation, BMG LABTECH is also a supporting member of the SilA consortium.
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- The Features of the PHERAstar FS Presented at SLAS
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- BMG LABTECH is a Diamond Sponsor of the First Annual SLAS 2012
- BMG LABTECH Showcase Innovative Microplate Reading Solutions at Biotechnica 2011
- BMG LABTECH to Present Latest Innovations of Microplate Reading Technology at SBS 2010
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- Microplate Readers and Lab Automation Possibilities from BMG LABTECH
- BMG LABTECH – The Microplate Reader Company - at the SBS 2009 Conference
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- BMG LABTECH Launches the New PHERAstar FS – The Next Generation HTS Microplate Reader
Reviews
Charity Woodard Status: See all reviews Member since 2012 Organization: Prairie View A&M University Read more » | RATING: 5.0 
"Our lab uses this device for absorption frequencies and its clarity is precise. Therefore, it is worth the price."   |
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| Thomas Smith Status: See all reviews Member since 2013 Organization: Novartis Read more » | RATING: 4.3
"The PHERAstar FS is an easy to use microplate reader that offers high sensitivity in a rapid manner. Side by side comparison to other microplate readers in the field have shown that the PHERAstar shows significant gains in speed compared to other well based readers, and sensitivity gains. Overall, a good bet for luminescence, fluorescence, and AlphaScreen assays." |
| Leigh Stoddart Status: See all reviews Member since 2011 Organization: University of Nottingham Read more » | RATING: 4.3
"The BMG Pherastar is very easy to use. The software is user-friendly and intuitive. We have found it very useful for multiple applications over and above what we originally envisaged using the plate reader for. The different settings and features are very varied and we have had a lot of support in developing new techniques." |
| Sarah Kaye Status: See all reviews Member since 2012 Organization: Cancer Research Technology Read more » | RATING: 5.0
"The Pherastar is very easy to use and I find the software intuitive. It can read many different applications with sensitivity (lum, FI, FP, HTRF, Abs)The optic modules are easy to fit although if you are using many different applications in one lab they may need changing often. Support is very good, for bespoke requirements script modes can be written." |
| catherine Bardelle Status: See all reviews Member since 2006 Organization: AstraZeneca Read more » | RATING: 5.0
"Very easy to use, intuitive software. The system is reliable and robust. My applications include HTRF, FP, luminescent arrays as well as just fluorescence intensity arrays." |
| Jennifer Matuszkiewicx Status: See all reviews Member since 2011 Organization: Takeda San Diego Read more » | RATING: 4.3
"Good product, good customer service and support. Can read luminescence and fluorescence." |
| Cynthia Barrett Status: See all reviews Member since 2011 Organization: Millennium Pharmaceutical Read more » | RATING: 5.0
"Love the Pherastar, it does everything I want it to." |
Status: See all reviews Member since 2009 Organization: Read more » | RATING: 4.3
"High-end product." |
| Hongqiu Guo Status: See all reviews Member since 2011 Organization: Galenea Read more » | RATING: 3.6
"The new program makes data analysis relatively easy. Can take too long for each plate to read." |
| Mathieu Gaubert Status: See all reviews Member since 2009 Organization: Syngent Seeds SAS Read more » | RATING: 4.0
"One of the most reliable readers on the market, deals with high precision, all kind of readouts. Only it's software, not always user friendly, may seem a bit confusing." |
| Ben Hsieh Status: See all reviews Member since 2010 Organization: John Hopkins University Read more » | RATING: 4.0
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| Frederic Masse Status: See all reviews Member since 2010 Organization: Merck Frosst Canada Ltd Read more » | RATING: 4.6
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