The BMG LABTECH POLARstar Microplate Reader is a professional-grade, multi-mode plate reader designed for reliable, high-throughput detection in research, biotech, pharmaceutical, and diagnostic laboratories. Known for its speed, flexibility, and robust optical performance, the POLARstar series remains a trusted solution for both routine assays and advanced screening workflows.
This system supports UV-Vis absorbance, fluorescence intensity, luminescence, and fluorescence polarization, with optional assay modes including FRET, BRET, time-resolved fluorescence (TRF), AlphaScreen®, and AlphaLISA®. A high-energy xenon flash lamp and sensitive detection optics provide excellent signal stability and reproducibility across a wide range of applications.
The POLARstar reads 6- to 384-well microplates, supports top and bottom reading, and includes advanced features such as Well Scanning for uneven samples and Simultaneous Dual Emission (SDE) for faster assay execution. Its automation-friendly design makes it suitable for integration into robotic and high-throughput screening environments.
Common Applications:
ELISA & immunoassays
Cell viability & cytotoxicity assays
Enzyme kinetics
Drug discovery & HTS
Protein interaction & binding studies
Reporter gene assays
Why Buyers Choose POLARstar:
✔ Multi-mode detection in one instrument
✔ Proven reliability & long service life
✔ Compact benchtop footprint
✔ Ideal for pharma, biotech & academic labs
BMG LABTECH POLARstar Multi-Mode Microplate Reader
The BMG LABTECH POLARstar is a versatile multi-mode microplate reader engineered to support modern life science workflows requiring speed, sensitivity, and reproducibility. Designed for laboratories performing everything from routine absorbance measurements to complex fluorescence polarization assays, the POLARstar delivers enterprise-level performance in a compact benchtop system.
Supporting UV-visible absorbance, fluorescence intensity, luminescence, and fluorescence polarization, the POLARstar can be configured for advanced detection methods such as FRET, BRET, TRF, AlphaScreen®, and AlphaLISA®. Its xenon flash lamp ensures consistent excitation energy, while precision optics deliver accurate results even in low-signal assays.
The system accommodates 6- through 384-well microplates, features top and bottom reading, and integrates seamlessly with automation platforms. BMG LABTECH’s software provides intuitive assay setup, fast data acquisition, and flexible data export for downstream analysis.
Biotech & pharmaceutical R&D
CROs & core facilities
Academic research laboratories
Assay development & validation