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LiChrospher® DIOL is a versatile HPLC sorbent based on spherical silica particles possessing both polar and hydrophobic properties. LiChrospher® DIOL may be used as weakly hydrophobic sorbent in reversed phase chromatography with some limitations or as polar sorbent in normal phase chromatography. LiChrospher® DIOL is also suitable for exclusion chromatography.
A versatile sorbent for both reversed phase and straight phase chromatography: LiChrospher® NH2 is a versatile HPLC sorbent based on spherical silica particles possessing both polar and hydrophobic properties. LiChrospher® NH2 may be used for normal phase chromatography, reversed phase chromatography and for ion exchange chromatography. Typical applications are the separation of carbohydrates (mono-, di- and oilgosaccharides)…
A new member of the HyPURITY® family introduced at Pittcon 2003, HyPURITY AQUASTAR™ columns are a new silica-based polar end-capped C18 which is designed to offer superior retention of polar compounds and increased sensitivity in 100% aqueous conditions. The robust nature of the bonded phase results in a silica-based column that is unsurpassed for LC and LC/MS applications. This next generation column also offers enhanced perf…
LiChrospher® PAH is a highly efficient and selective HPLC column especially designed for the high resolution separation of 16 PAH (polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons) according to EPA 610 and 550 + benzo(e)pyrene + perylene. LiChrospher® PAH is based on a special modified RP-18 silica gel to achieve highly resolved PAH separations. LiChrospher® PAH can be used for both, the isocratic separation of 6 PAH according to the German…
The Vision diode array spectrophotometer offers 16 predefined methodologies for nucleic acid quantification (DNA, RNA, and oligonucleotides), protein assays (BCA, Biuret, Bradford, and Lowry) and for cell culture density measurements. Additionally, the Vision can accomodate up to 90 custom protocols. The visualization of the nucleic acid scan with the full graphic display is particularly useful, especially for RNA samples wh…
For reproducible reversed phase separation: LiChrospher® RP-phases are reliable and versatile traditionally produced spherical silica carrier with reversed phase properties. They are well suited for the chromatography of acidic, neutral and weakly basic compounds, substances found frequently in all analytical fields. A selectivity and performance guarantee makes sure that these parameters remain constant form batch to batch a…
The Biochrom WPA CO 8000 is a simple, reliable instrument that measures the density of cells grown in suspension by measuring OD at 600nm. It is ideal for cells grown in suspension such as yeast and bacterial cultures. Features Completely portable, this hand-held instrument has a rechargeable battery with a long life enabling it to be taken to where the cell cultures are growing. The CO 8000 can be used in incubation ca…
The VisiTech laser engine combines the tightly collimated beams from multiple lasers into a single collinear beam. This module houses up to six solid state lasers with their associated controller systems. An optional fibre input port for combining externally generated laser lines is available. The AOTF module may also be integrated with this unit to permit computer control of laser line selection, individual line intensity a…
Excellent separations even with basic compounds: LiChrospher® RP-select B is a versatile reversed phase sorbent based on spherical silica particles with excellent properties for the determination of basic substances, but with still good properties for the determination neutral and acidic substances. LiChrospher® RP-select B is optimised in order to prevent any secondary interactions with basic substances and guarantees that…
High-resolution separations of peptides and tRNA molecules: LiChrospher® WP 300 RP-18 is a highly selective and reliable HPLC column for the separation of peptides and low molecular weight proteins. LiChrospher® WP 300 RP-18 enables the tailing-free separation of basic compounds and is excellently suited for the separation of tRNA molecules. High recovery rates are achieved, especially in the case of highly hydrophobic pepti…
Thermo Scientific Pinpoint software is designed to simplify the transition from early-stage biomarker discovery to larger-scale, quantitative verification of putative biomarkers and general quantitative proteomics. It takes advantage of the power of Thermo Scientific TSQ triple quadrupole mass spectrometers to generate high-confidence quantitative data. Pinpoint software is in final stages of development; but for a limited t…
The Orbit LS low speed shaker is a high quality, general purpose shaker with economical analog control. Styled after the other models in the line, the Orbit LS features a streamlined, compact design with easy-access control panel. Electronic controls are utilized for setting speed and time. The knobs used for selecting parameters turn easily and are clearly marked with corresponding values. A large orbit and low speed make the…
The three dimensional shaking motion of the GyroTwister GX-1000 is extremely efficient, yet gentle, making this shaker ideal for general mixing as well as staining gels, hybridization and other applications. Shaking speed is continuously adjustable across a broad range. A nonslip rubber mat and elastic tie-downs hold samples in place during operation. A dimpled mat is included for holding tubes in place. Larger platforms and…
The Labnet Economy Rockers, ProBlot 25 and 25XL, are basic rocking platforms that have been designed for a long life and trouble-free service. Rocker speed is adjustable to provide the gentle motion required for staining fragile gels as well as the more vigorous action necessary for washing blots. The rocking movement is fixed at ±7º. The platform surfaces are covered with nonslip rubber pads to prevent objects from moving dur…
Finnzymes’ novel approach, Direct PCR, saves you time and cost by allowing amplification of DNA directly from the source material. Direct PCR is based on Finnzymes' Phusion® High-Fidelity DNA Polymerases and Phire® Hot Start DNA Polymerase. These unique fusion enzymes have been engineered to incorporate a double-stranded DNA binding domain that gives them extraordinary properties. Phusion and Phire DNA Polymerases are except…
For amplification of DNA directly from plant material. Finnzymes’ Phire® Plant Direct PCR Kit is designed to amplify DNA directly from plant samples. No DNA isolation is required prior to the PCR. The kit is based on Phire® Hot Start DNA Polymerase, a specially engineered enzyme with a unique DNA binding domain. Phire DNA Polymerase is extremely robust and tolerant of many PCR inhibitors present in plant material. The kit incl…
The GPC Quattro is designed for the clean-up of complex animal tissues, food products and environmental samples by separating high molecular weight matrixes such as lipids, carbohydrates, pigments, etc., from analytical samples. Beneficial features of the GPC Quattro include: • Fourfold increase in productivity in comparison to traditional single-column instruments• High throughput • Economical price • Full error management…
Finnzymes’ Piko® Plate Illuminator is a state-of-the-art plate rack that provides a simple way to track the loading of reactants by illuminating the target well(s) from below with white LED lights. With 10 different pre-programmed loading patterns, this device can fulfill just about any protocol requirements. It accepts both 24-well and 96-well Piko® PCR Plates and can be used with all standard single channel, 8-channel or 1…
Wheaton CryoFile™ and CryoFile XL™ cryogenic vial freezer boxes offer secure storage for high value samples when immersed at 196oC. The new design provides compartments numbered from 1-81 which aids in identifying the contents of the box without the need to check the vials. The numbered grid on the inside lid provides a space for written identification.The bottom of the box uses the same numbering system. Partitions are remova…
Wheaton cryogenic vials, caps, vial racks, and freezer boxes are designed for simple identification and effortless handling. With Wheaton plastic Cryules®, both the closures and tubes are manufactured from medical-grade polypropylene with the same coefficient of expansion; this further enhances the leak proof qualities of these vials at changing temperatures.All Wheaton Cryules and racks are autoclavable up to 121°C. When auto…
The Andor Shamrock SR-500i imaging platform is the latest addition of the Andor family of spectrographs based on Czerny-Turner optical design. The optimized optical design provides exceptional performance for multi-track Spectroscopy.The Shamrock 500i is available as a pre-aligned, pre-calibrated camera/spectrometer detection solution allowing for seamless integration in user set-up. The Spectroscopy-dedicated software interfa…
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