SpectraMax QuickDrop Micro-Volume Spectrophotometer
One-touch DNA, RNA, and protein quantitation in a full-spectrum micro-volume absorbance spectrophotometer
Standalone instrument with touchscreen and built-in sample ports for small volumes and cuvettes
The SpectraMax® QuickDrop™ Micro-Volume Spectrophotometer quantifies very small amounts of DNA, RNA, oligos, and proteins. The small footprint and touchscreen control allows for easy laboratory setup with minimal investment of time, cost, and effort. The built-in micro-volume sample port allows for working with sample volumes as small as 0.5 µL, while the cuvette port expands sample capacity to include larger volumes.
Features
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Small footprint
This stand-alone unit with a small footprint does not require a direct connection to a dedicated computer.
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Flexible data analysis
Results can be viewed on the large touchscreen, or data can be exported to a computer for additional analysis using a USB flash drive.
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Application Note
Nucleic acid quantitation and analysis using the QuickDrop Spectrophotometer
Nucleic acid quantitation and analysis using the QuickDrop Spectrophotometer
Spectrophotometry is a well-established technique used to quantitate and analyze biological substances. Of these substances, nucleic acids are one of the most routinely measured in life…
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Application Note
Beer analysis using the QuickDrop UV-Vis Spectrophotometer
Beer analysis using the QuickDrop UV-Vis Spectrophotometer
Beer is one of the world’s most popular beverages, and it can be dated back as early as 6000 BCE from Sumerian artifacts1. The brewing process mainly involves water, a sugar source,…
Applications of SpectraMax QuickDrop Micro-Volume Spectrophotometer
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Absorbance
Learn all about absorbance detection – how it works, how it’s measured, and how it can be used to calculate concentration. We also provide information on common absorbance applications and assays including ELISAs, nucleic acid and protein quantitation, and microbial growth.
Absorbance
Learn all about absorbance detection – how it works, how it’s measured, and how it can be used to calculate concentration. We also provide information on common absorbance applications and assays including ELISAs, nucleic acid and protein quantitation, and microbial growth.
DNA/RNA Quantitation
The absorbance of a DNA sample measured at 260 nm on a spectrophotometer or microplate reader can be used to calculate its concentration. Absorbance quantitation works on samples ranging from about 0.25 ug/mL to about 125 ug/mL in a microplate format. Some instrumentation enables the quantitation of very small sample volumes, as little as 2 uL. When greater sensitivity is required, fluorescence methods allow quantitation of as little as a few picograms of DNA.
DNA/RNA Quantitation
The absorbance of a DNA sample measured at 260 nm on a spectrophotometer or microplate reader can be used to calculate its concentration. Absorbance quantitation works on samples ranging from about 0.25 ug/mL to about 125 ug/mL in a microplate format. Some instrumentation enables the quantitation of very small sample volumes, as little as 2 uL. When greater sensitivity is required, fluorescence methods allow quantitation of as little as a few picograms of DNA.
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Fluorescence
Learn all about fluorescence detection – what it is, how it works, and the instruments used to measure the fluorescence of a sample. We also cover many fluorescence-based assays including cell viability, GPCR activity, and fluorescent nucleic acid quantification.
Fluorescence
Learn all about fluorescence detection – what it is, how it works, and the instruments used to measure the fluorescence of a sample. We also cover many fluorescence-based assays including cell viability, GPCR activity, and fluorescent nucleic acid quantification.
Food/Beverage Testing
Beer is one of the world’s most popular beverages. The brewing process mainly involves water, a sugar source, flavoring/bittering agents (hops), and brewer’s yeast. Put simply, the brewer creates a nutrient-rich environment for the yeast to metabolize the sugar into alcohol and CO2 and adds secondary elements that influence flavor. Over time, the brewing process has become much more complex. As such, brewers must have excellent quality control processes to ensure a high-quality and consistent taste for all their batches.
Food/Beverage Testing
Beer is one of the world’s most popular beverages. The brewing process mainly involves water, a sugar source, flavoring/bittering agents (hops), and brewer’s yeast. Put simply, the brewer creates a nutrient-rich environment for the yeast to metabolize the sugar into alcohol and CO2 and adds secondary elements that influence flavor. Over time, the brewing process has become much more complex. As such, brewers must have excellent quality control processes to ensure a high-quality and consistent taste for all their batches.
Specifications & Options of SpectraMax QuickDrop Micro-Volume Spectrophotometer
Resources of SpectraMax QuickDrop Micro-Volume Spectrophotometer
eBook
Streamline beer, wine, and food quality control and safety analyses
Streamline beer, wine, and food quality control and safety analyses
Absorbance microplate readers are widely used in research, drug discovery, bioassay validation, quality control, and manufacturing processes in the pharmaceutical, biotech, food and…
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Application Note
Nucleic acid quantitation and analysis using the QuickDrop Spectrophotometer
Nucleic acid quantitation and analysis using the QuickDrop Spectrophotometer
Spectrophotometry is a well-established technique used to quantitate and analyze biological substances. Of these substances, nucleic acids are one of the most routinely measured in…
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Application Note
Beer analysis using the QuickDrop UV-Vis Spectrophotometer
Beer analysis using the QuickDrop UV-Vis Spectrophotometer
Beer is one of the world’s most popular beverages, and it can be dated back as early as 6000 BCE from Sumerian artifacts1. The brewing process mainly involves water, a sugar source,…
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Application Note
DNA and RNA absorbance measurements using SpectraMax Microplate Readers
DNA and RNA absorbance measurements using SpectraMax Microplate Readers
Ultraviolet (UV) measurements in microplates became possible when Molecular Devices introduced the first UV-capable microplate reader. Since then, microplate measurements of DNA, RNA,…
Data Sheet
SpectraMax® QuickDrop™ Micro-Volume Spectrophotometer
SpectraMax® QuickDrop™ Micro-Volume Spectrophotometer
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Featured Applications
Absorbance
Learn all about absorbance detection – how it works, how it’s measured, and how it can be used to…
DNA/RNA Quantitation
The absorbance of a DNA sample measured at 260 nm on a spectrophotometer or microplate reader can…
Fluorescence
Learn all about fluorescence detection – what it is, how it works, and the instruments used to…
Food/Beverage Testing
Beer is one of the world’s most popular beverages. The brewing process mainly involves water, a…
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