Introduction

The BD Biosciences FACSAria Cell Sorter is a high-performance flow cytometry platform designed for precise, high-speed isolation of cell populations based on multiple fluorescence and scatter parameters. It delivers excellent sensitivity and purity, making it an essential tool for immunology, oncology, stem cell, and molecular biology research. Combining advanced optics, robust fluidics, and intuitive software, the FACSAria ensures accurate and reproducible results even for rare or delicate cell populations.

Specifications

• Detection Parameters: Up to 13 fluorescence channels

• Sorting Speed: Up to 70,000 events per second

• Nozzle Sizes: 70 μm, 85 μm, 100 μm (interchangeable)

• Laser Configuration: Supports up to 3 lasers (commonly 488 nm, 633 nm, 405 nm)

• Sorting Capability: Up to 4-way simultaneous sorting

• Collection Options: Tubes or 96-/384-well plates

• Software: BD FACSDiva for acquisition and analysis

• Power Requirements: 100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz

Applications

• Immunophenotyping and cell population profiling

• Stem cell research and isolation

• Rare cell detection and sorting

• Functional assays and downstream molecular analysis

• Cancer biology, CRISPR workflows, and biomarker discovery