Benchmark TC-96 Turbo 2D Gradient Thermal Cycler T5000-96-2D
- Exceptionally fast cycling – speeds up to 9°C/second
- 2D Gradient for simultaneous optimization of annealing and denaturation temperatures
- Large, folding 10” touch screen
- Program wizard for quick and easy protocol entry
- Optimize results with Accuris™ PCR reagents
The Benchmark TC-96 Turbo 2D Gradient Thermal Cycler is designed for fast cycling and quick protocol optimization. Exceptionally easy to program, the unit features tight temperature control and excellent block uniformity for consistent, reliable results.
Many thermal cyclers offer users the option to select a temperature gradient across the block to test a range of annealing temperatures simultaneously. The TC-96 Turbo offers a 2D gradient – across both the columns and rows – allowing for optimization of annealing and denaturation temperatures in the same run. The ability to optimize both of these steps provides for an increase in yield and specificity of complex or GC rich templates. Temperature ramp rates as fast as 9°C per second allow reactions to be performed quickly – up to 20% faster than other popular thermal cyclers. Temperature change is precisely controlled by a proprietary algorithm that simulates sample temperature and allows samples to arrive at the programmed temperature without any lag or overshoot.
All operating parameters are controlled and monitored from the large, full color, 10” touch screen. The screen can be angled toward the user for easy access and folded back against the instrument when not in use to save space. Entering and editing programs is intuitive with the program wizard. Programming features include adjustable ramp rates, temperature and time increments/decrements, password protected multi-user login and a memory for 30,000 programs.
TC-96 Turbo will accommodate 96×0.2 or 96×0.1ml tubes as well as non-skirted 96 well plates. The height of the heated lid is auto-adjusting to prevent condensation for all of the accepted consumables. Temperature of the lid is adjustable.
Compatible with Accuris™ PCR reagents, for more information please contact us. For research use only.
Specifications
| Capacity | 96 x 0.2ml tubes/strips, 96x0.1ml tubes, 96 well plate (nonskirted) | |
| Temp. Control Range | 0° to 105°C | |
| Temp. Control | Simulated sample or block | |
| Accuracy / Uniformity | ± 0.2°C / ± 0.2°C (at 90ºC) | |
| Ramp Rate | 9°C/sec. (maximum) | |
| Lid Temp | 30°C to 112°C (User Adjustable) | |
| Program Memory | 30,000 programs onboard, unilmited with flash drive | |
| Gradient range/differential - horozontal | 30°C to 105°C / 1°C to 42°C | |
| Gradient range/differential - vertical | 30°C to 105°C, 0.1°C to 24°C | |
| Increments/Decrements | Yes both time and temperature | |
| Multiuser Login | Yes, with password protection | |
| Power Failure Restart | Yes | |
| Power Supply | Universal 75 to 275V 50 to 60 Hz; 1200W | |
| Dimensions | 14.75 x 10.5 x 10.9 in. / 37.5 x 27 x 27.7 cm | |
| Weight | 28.7 lbs 13 kg | |
| Warranty | 2 years |
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