Features: A multitude of applications are possible including quantification of starting copy number, identification of reaction products by melting profile, pathogen detection, and genotype determination.   Exquisite sensitivity delivers rapid signal detection over a linear dynamic range of eight orders of magnitude in starting copy number (with appropriate chemistry).   Intuitive software allows quick protocol creation, monitoring of results in real time (fluorescence intensity vs. cycle number), and analysis of quantification and melting curve data.   Gradient capability permits simultaneous incubation at 12 different temperatures to optimize reactions in a single run.   High sample capacity accommodates up to 96 samples in standard, low-profile microplates or strip tubes making specialized disposables unnecessary.   A compact footprint (34cm wide x 47cm deep x 60cm high) ensures that the Opticon system comfortably fits on any lab bench.

The DNA Engine Opticon System Components for a New DNA Engine Opticon Fluorescence Detection System: CFD-3200 Opticon™ continuous fluorescence detector; includes optical base, analysis software, computer and monitor (this is an accessory for DNA Engine® thermal cyclers, which must be ordered separately) PTC-0200 DNA Engine thermal cycler chassis; does not include Alpha™ sample-block assembly (a number of interchangeable Alpha units are available; this Opticon system requires an ALS-1296) ALS-1296 "96" Alpha unit, holds one 96-well plate or 96x0.2ml tubes; capable of thermal-gradient operation OUK-3200 Service fee for mating an Opticon detector with a new DNA Engine thermal cycler and a new 96-well Alpha unit Components for Upgrading an Existing DNA Engine Cycler with 96-Well Alpha Unit: CFD-3200 Opticon continuous fluorescence detector; includes optical base, analysis software, computer and monitor OUK-3201 Service fee for mating and an upgrade kit for existing DNA Engine cycler with 96-well Alpha unit, software version < 2.0 OUK-3202 Service fee for mating and an upgrade kit for existing DNA Engine cycler with 96-well Alpha unit, software version ≥ 2.0