Bio-Rad Laboratories - Bio-Rad C1000 Touch Thermal Cycler

Applications & Use Cases

• DNA amplification for genetic analysis and sequencing.
• Gene expression studies and pathogen detection.
• Cloning and mutagenesis experiments in molecular biology.
• Research and development in pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors.
• Quality control in food safety and agricultural testing.

Typical Specifications

Typical block format

Commonly features a 96-well reaction block, though 384-well or dual 48/48-well blocks are also found for this class of equipment.

Temperature range

Typically operates within a range of 4°C to 100°C.

Heating/cooling rates

For this class of equipment, heating rates commonly exceed 3°C/sec, with cooling rates often above 2°C/sec.

Power supply

Units of this type typically require a standard laboratory power supply, often 220-240V, 50/60Hz, drawing around 600-900W.

User interface

Features a touchscreen interface for intuitive programming and monitoring, as indicated by the model name.

Footprint

Compact benchtop design, typically requiring a footprint of approximately 25-30 cm wide by 40-45 cm deep.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is a thermal cycler used for?

  A thermal cycler, also known as a PCR machine, is used to amplify DNA and RNA segments via the polymerase chain reaction (PCR) by rapidly heating and cooling samples to specific temperatures for defined periods.

• Can this unit handle different reaction volumes?

• Is specialist installation required for a used thermal cycler?

• What maintenance is typically involved for a thermal cycler?

• Does this unit come with software?