The Opentrons Flex Absorbance Plate Reader Module is a fully automated solution for absorbance-based assays. Capable of detecting absorbance in the 450, 562, 600, and 650nm ranges, it is optimized for a broad array of applications, including protein quantification, sample normalization, cell viability assays, and bacterial growth monitoring.
This module facilitates complete walkaway automation, enabling high-throughput data collection with no manual intervention. Paired with the Opentrons Flex Gripper, it automates every step from reagent prep to plate transfer to measurement, ensuring consistent and reproducible results.
Features:
- Fully automated preparation, loading, and reading
- Multiple wavelengths supporting a range of applications
- Modular installation and easy operation
Tech Specs:
- Dimensions: Reader: 9.6 x 15.5 x 5.7 cm (w/l/h) Adapter: 8.6 x 12.8 x 1.7 cm (w/l/h)
- Weight: Illumination unit: 435g Detection unit: 355g
- Detection Method: Absorbance
- Detection Mode: Endpoint, Kinetic
- Microplate Type: 96-well microplates (flat bottom)
- Photometric Range0.0–4.0 OD (optical density)
- Resolution: 0.001 OD (optical density)
- Power Supply: USB connection 5 V
- Wavelength Filter Settings: 450 nm, 562 nm, 600 nm, and 650nm,
- Linearity: 405 nm: ≤ 1.5% from 0.0 – 2.0 OD; ≤ 3.0% from 2.0 – 3.0 OD ≥ 450 nm: ≤ 1.0% from 0.0 – 2.0 OD; ≤ 1.5% from 2.0 – 3.0 OD
- Accuracy: 405 nm: ≤ 1.5% + 0.010 OD from 0.0 – 2.0 OD; ≤ 3.0% + 0.010 OD from 2.0 – 3.0 OD ≥ 450 nm: ≤ 1.0% + 0.010 OD from 0.0 – 2.0 OD; ≤ 1.5% + 0.010 OD from 2.0 – 3.0 OD
- Reproducibility: ≤ 0.5 % + 0.005 OD from 0.0–2.0 OD; ≤ 1 % + 0.010 OD from 2.0–3.0 OD
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Opentrons Flex_Absorbance Plate Reader Brochure
