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MEASURING & ANALYSIS: Microplate Readers

BMG LABTECH PHERAstar FS Multimode Microplate Reader

HTS 1536-Well

High-throughput multimode microplate reader for fluorescence intensity, fluorescence polarization, luminescence, and UV/Vis absorbance in 6- to 1536-well plates.

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At a glance

Manufacturer
BMG LABTECH
Model
PHERAstar FS
Serial #
471-0325
Year / DOM
2014
Condition
Lightly Used, Excellent

What's Included

  • BMG LABTECH PHERAstar FS Multimode Microplate Reader
  • Lenovo ThinkPad laptop with PHERAstar control software installed, w/ power adapter
  • Instrument power cord and USB cable
  • PHERAstar FS user manual binder, Application note book
  • PHERAstar software installation CD
  • 16 modules in hard cases along with some Omega optic filters
  • Bagged CR 1536 Type A4 luminescence aperture
  • Nothing else is included unless shown in the photos

Included modules in different ranges (check photos): FP, FI, ABS, FP+, HTRF, LUMplus, AlphaScreen

Configuration: ABS 220-1000, MP Carrier std, MP Barcode, 384 Aperture, 1536 Aperture
 see original document for more info on full setup.

Condition & Testing

Unit powers on, the control software connects, and plate carrier and optic module functions tested normally; the exterior is clean with no visible damage, and calibration verification is the responsibility of the buyer.

Specifications

Instrument typeMultimode high-throughput screening microplate reader
Reader options installedF, FP, A, L (fluorescence intensity, fluorescence polarization, absorbance, luminescence)
Detection modesFluorescence intensity; fluorescence polarization (UV and Vis); luminescence; absorbance / spectrometer
Additional operating modesDual emission fluorescence; bottom reading; 1536-well fluorescence; 384-well luminescence (aperture A3); 1536-well luminescence (aperture A4)
Absorbance range220–1000 nm (ABS 220-1000 spectrometer installed)
Optic module systemExchangeable optic modules, 5-position optic module carrier
Microplate formats6- to 1536-well microplates
Plate carrierMP-Carrier-Std. with Autolock plate holder
Barcode readingIntegrated microplate barcode reader (MP-Barcode installed)
IncubationTemperature control up to 45 °C
Microplate shakingIntegrated orbital / linear shaking
Reagent injectorsNone installed (0 injectors; Pump 1 and Pump 2 not fitted)
Laser / TRF optionsNot fitted — no AL-/AS-laser, no TRF flash lamp, no TRF laser
Aperture optionsCR 384 Type A3 aperture installed; CR 1536 Type A4 luminescence aperture included
PC interfaceUSB (rear PC port)
Additional interfaceStacker port (9-pin serial)
Power requirements100–240 V~, 50/60 Hz, 300 VA
Transport lockFront-access transport lock (locked / unlocked)

Specs from manufacturer literature for reference. Verify against your application.

Terms & Conditions

Payment

  • We accept most payment types and work with your organization's accounting requirements.
  • Contact us if you need a formal quote or to procure with a PO.

Shipping

  • Items ship within 1 to 2 business days after cleared payment.
  • We ship via USPS, FedEx, UPS, or freight, to the contiguous USA and worldwide.
  • Worldwide buyers are responsible for customs and duty import charges.
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  • You may arrange your own shipping through your own carrier on request.

Return Policy

  • 60-day returns on all products from time of delivery.
  • If anything is not right, contact us first. We want you fully satisfied.

Why BioLabTek

  • We power on and function-test, then document what we saw
  • Photos show the exact unit you receive
  • Instruments packed to survive the carrier
  • POs and formal quotes welcome for academic and corporate buyers
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