Microplate Readers and Reader Accessories
Microplate readers are a type of spectrophotometer designed specifically for analyzing multiple samples in multi-well plates.
The readers detect light signals that result from biological, chemical, biochemical, or physical reactions. The signals are produced by, converted by, or transmitted through the samples and are measured by a detector. The detectors are usually photomultiplier tubes (PMT), which convert the released photons into electricity. The current is quantified by the reader’s software to produce the numerical result.
In some cases, samples are first excited by exposure to light of specific wavelengths. Filters or monochromators are used to select or restrict the wavelengths needed for emission or detection.
Single-mode microplate readers commonly measure absorbance, fluorescence, or luminescence. Multi-mode plate readers may measure absorbance, fluorescence, and luminescence with options for fluorescence polarization (FP). They may also include lasers for time-resolved fluorescence (TRF), TR-FRET, Amplified Luminescent Proximity Homogeneous Assays (ALPHA), and cell imaging.
Features may include:
- Monochromator- or filter-based wavelength selection
- Visible only or UV/Vis spectrum, fluorescence, and luminescence
- Multiple photomultiplier tubes (PMTs) for simultaneous assays
- Temperature and CO2/O2controls
- Modular design for adding functionality
Microplate readers are used for high-throughput screening (HTS), biomarker assays, nucleic acid and protein quantification, kinetics, ELISA assays, homogeneous time resolved fluorescence (HTRF) for measuring cytokines, bioluminescence resonance energy transfer (BRET), and other techniques.
Thermo Scientific™ Multiskan SkyHigh Microplate Spectrophotometer
Thermo Scientific Multiskan SkyHigh Microplate Spectrophotometer is an easy to use instrument for photometric and turbidimetric applications, especially for DNA, RNA and protein analyses, including endpoint, kinetic, and spectral assays. Results are shown on Multiskan SkyHigh models with a large high-resolution touch screen. SkanIt Software is a powerful tool to address the challenging applications.
Thermo Scientific™ Varioskan™ LUX Multimode Microplate Reader
Analyze a variety of samples with five measurement technologies, including absorbance (UV-Vis), fluorescence intensity, Luminescence, AlphaScreen / AlphaLISA and TRF.
Thermo Scientific™ Multiskan™ FC 96 and 384-well Plate Microplate Photometers
The Multiskan FC Microplate Photometer is a reliable instrument for a wide variety of research and routine applications. It reads 96- and 384-well plates and is equipped with shaking and incubation capabilities for temperature critical assays. It can be used as a stand-alone instrument or under PC control with intuitive Thermo Scientific SkanIt software.
Thermo Scientific™ Filters and Accessories for Thermo Scientific Multiskan™ FC Microplate Readers
Multiskan™ FC microplate photometers can be equipped with wide range of additional filters to expand the instrument functionality and application flexibility.
Thermo Scientific™ Varioskan™ LUX multimode microplate reader, Absorbance and Fluorescence intensity
Analyze a variety of samples with five measurement technologies, including absorbance (UV-Vis), fluorescence intensity, Luminescence, AlphaScreen / AlphaLISA and TRF.
Thermo Scientific™ Varioskan™ LUX multimode microplate reader, Absorbance and Fluorescence intensity
Analyze a variety of samples with five measurement technologies, including absorbance (UV-Vis), fluorescence intensity, Luminescence, AlphaScreen / AlphaLISA and TRF.
Thermo Scientific™ Varioskan™ LUX multimode microplate reader, Absorbance, Fluorescence intensity and Luminescence
Analyze a variety of samples with five measurement technologies, including absorbance (UV-Vis), fluorescence intensity, Luminescence, AlphaScreen / AlphaLISA and TRF.
R&D Systems Simple Reader™ ELISA Plate Reader
Empower every lab member with their own Simple Reader - a groundbreaking microplate reader featuring 96 individual detection units, ensuring each person has their own compact, reliable device for decentralized workflows.
Thermo Scientific™ Accessories and Upgrade Kits for Varioskan LUX Multimode Microplate Reader
Various accessories for use with the Varioskan™ LUX Multimode Microplate Reader.
Thermo Scientific™ Accessories for Luminoskan™ Ascent Microplate Luminometer
Run a variety of luminometric research applications with this compact, robust instrument certified as DLR-Ready.
Thermo Scientific™ Microplate Reader Verification Plates
Thermo Scientific Microplate Reader Verification Plates are dedicated performance verification systems helping to verify and document the key performance parameters of Thermo Scientific Multiskan FC, Multiskan Sky, Luminoskan, Fluoroskan FL, and Varioskan LUX.
Thermo Scientific™ Multiskan™ FC Microplate Photometer Lamp
Measure absorbance in a wide variety of research and clinical applications with the easy-to-use Thermo Scientific™ Multiskan™ FC Microplate Photometer.
Thermo Scientific™ Integrated Gas Module for Varioskan™ LUX
Control O2 and CO2 levels with this optional, integrated gas module for the Thermo Scientific™ Varioskan™ LUX multimode microplate reader.
Thermo Scientific™ Emission filters for Thermo Scientific Varioskan™ LUX Multimode Microplate Readers
Varioskan LUX multimode microplate reader can be equipped with a range of measurement technologies including absorbance, fluorescence intensity, luminescence, AlphaScreen and time-resolved fluorescence. Additional emission filters expand the instrument functionality and application flexibility.