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General| Brand | BMG Labtech |
|---|---|
| Model | FLUOstar OPTIMA |
| Category | Card Reader |
| Language | English |
Lists measurement principles for FLUOstar, POLARstar, and LUMIstar OPTIMA.
Details the high-energy xenon flash-lamp used in the OPTIMA instruments.
Specifies the side window, current type photomultiplier tube detector.
Describes filter wheels for FLUOstar/POLARstar and emission filter wheel for LUMIstar.
Explains software selectable and automatic gain adjustment.
Details the auto lock microplate carrier and supported formats up to 1536-well.
Specifies up to two built-in injectors, volumes, and speed.
Describes linear, orbital, and figure eight shaking options.
Details incubation temperature range from ambient +8°C to 45°C, stability 0.2°C.
Lists shortest reading times for 96, 384, and 1536-wells.
Details limit of detection and spectral range for fluorescence intensity.
Provides limit of detection, spectral range, and dynamic range for luminescence.
Specifies limit of detection, spectral range, and dynamic range for time-resolved fluorescence.
Details limit of detection, spectral range, and dynamic range for fluorescence polarization.
Specifies spectral range, dynamic range, and reproducibility for absorbance measurements.
Details the RS232 interface specifications, baud rate, and protocol.
Outlines voltage, frequency, consumption, and fuse specifications.
Provides the height, width, and length of the instrument.
States the instrument's weight as 28 kg.
Lists operating and storage temperature, and humidity limits.
Specifies conformity standards for voltage category, contamination class, and protection class.
Mentions optional robotic capabilities like a stacker for 50 microplates.
Explains how to unlock the transport pin after moving the instrument to its permanent location.
Details power connection, voltage check, and RS232 cable setup for PC communication.
Identifies key components like the reagent box, plate in/out button, and indicator lights.
Identifies rear panel components: power switch, connectors, and serial number.
Discusses UV/Vis optics for top reading and available optics for various applications.
Explains the quick-fix mounting system for easy optics exchange without tools.
Details the combination optic with light guides for fluorescence and absorbance measurements.
Describes liquid-filled light guides for fluorescence and time-resolved fluorescence measurements.
Mentions an optimized optic for absorbance mode and the use of the combination optic.
Describes the luminescence optic, its silver light guide, and two dedicated versions.
Explains light guides for polarization and the required orientation of the measurement head.
Details dual emission optics for simultaneous measurement of two wavelengths, requiring two PMTs.
Describes high-density optics for minimizing crosstalk in 384- and 1536-well plates.
Discusses bottom optics used for fluorescence, luminescence, and absorbance measurements.
Explains the special injection head for 384-well plates, requiring bottom reading.
Details factory-installed filters and the need to type them into the filter table.
Provides instructions on filter installation direction, referencing an arrow on the filter.
Discusses bandwidth variations for fluorescence filters based on fluorophore types.
Explains filter positioning (180° apart) for fluorescence polarization measurements.
Details filter positioning (180° apart) for dual emission measurements.
Describes filter selection for absorbance, including 'empty' option for direct passage.
Discusses bandwidth and optimization of luminescence filters for different assays.
Explains the use and installation of 2mm height spacers for microplate height adjustment.
Details the reagent injectors, their materials, and care instructions.
Provides guidelines for using, cleaning, and maintaining reagent injectors.
Lists step-by-step instructions for disinfecting the instrument using formaldehyde and alcohol solutions.
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