What types of assays can this plate reader perform?

This unit is primarily used for absorbance-based assays, including ELISA, endotoxin testing, enzyme kinetics, and microbial growth monitoring.

Is this unit suitable for high-throughput screening?

While it offers rapid reading of 96-well plates, its single plate format and absorbance-only detection may limit its suitability for very high-throughput, multi-mode screening compared to more advanced systems.

Can this reader accommodate different microplate formats?

No, the ELx808 is specifically engineered for 96-well microplates only and does not support other plate formats.

What maintenance is typically required for this equipment?

Routine maintenance typically involves cleaning the plate carrier and optical path, and periodic calibration checks to ensure measurement accuracy. Filter replacement may also be required over time.

Does this unit come with software for data analysis?

Units of this type commonly interface with proprietary or third-party software for instrument control, data acquisition, and basic analysis. Buyers should confirm software availability with the seller.

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Biotek - ELx808 Plate Reader

Name: ELx808 Plate Reader
Brand: Biotek
SKU: 40140.SR4C
Availability: InStock

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This listing is for the Biotek ELx808 Plate reader

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The BioTek ELx808 is a multi-channel absorbance microplate reader designed for high-precision optical density measurements in 96-well format microplates. Functioning essentially as a microplate-format spectrophotometer, the ELx808 measures light intensity as a function of wavelength—allowing for precise quantification in applications such as ELISA, endotoxin testing, enzyme kinetics, and microbial growth.

This model is suitable for both research and development as well as diagnostic use, and is frequently employed across multiple disciplines including biology, chemistry, and nanotechnology. However, unlike some other microplate readers on the market, the ELx808 is specifically engineered for 96-well plates only and does not accommodate a broad range of labware.

Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom

5,791 km away

Model Number

ELx808

Stock Number

40140.SR4C

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Applications & Use Cases

ELISA assays for immunology and infectious disease diagnostics.
Endotoxin testing in pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturing.
Enzyme kinetics studies in biochemistry and drug discovery.
Microbial growth monitoring in microbiology and fermentation science.
General photometric measurements in research and development laboratories.

Typical Specifications

Typical plate format: Exclusively designed for 96-well microplates.
Measurement principle: Absorbance, functioning as a microplate spectrophotometer.
Wavelength range: Typically covers visible light spectrum, often with a selection of filters for specific wavelengths.
Throughput: Designed for rapid reading of 96-well plates.
Power supply: Commonly operates on standard laboratory mains power (e.g., 230V, 50Hz for UK).
Footprint: For this class of equipment, units are typically benchtop-sized, requiring moderate laboratory space.

Frequently Asked Questions

This unit is primarily used for absorbance-based assays, including ELISA, endotoxin testing, enzyme kinetics, and microbial growth monitoring.

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