Ciba-corning reader

• Used in pharmaceutical research for drug discovery and development, including high-throughput screening.
• Applied in biotechnology for cell-based assays, protein quantification, and nucleic acid analysis.
• Utilised in clinical diagnostics for immunoassays and biochemical tests.
• Employed in academic research for various biological and chemical experiments requiring absorbance, fluorescence, or luminescence detection.
• Suitable for quality control in food and beverage industries for pathogen detection or contaminant analysis.

Typical plate formats

Commonly supports 96-well and 384-well microplates; some advanced units may accommodate 1536-well plates.

Detection modes

For this class of equipment, typical detection modes include absorbance (UV/Vis), fluorescence intensity, and luminescence. Some units may offer time-resolved fluorescence or fluorescence polarisation.

Wavelength range

Typically covers a broad spectrum, for example, 200-1000 nm for absorbance, with specific filters or monochromators for fluorescence and luminescence.

Temperature control

Many units feature temperature control capabilities, typically ranging from ambient +5°C to 45°C, crucial for enzyme kinetics and cell-based assays.

Software interface

Usually includes dedicated software for instrument control, data acquisition, and basic analysis, often compatible with Windows operating systems.

Power supply

Commonly requires a standard single-phase electrical supply, typically 230V, 50Hz for the UK market.

• What types of assays can a Ciba-corning reader perform?

  A Ciba-corning reader, as a microplate reader, can typically perform a wide range of assays including ELISA, protein quantification (e.g., Bradford, BCA), cell viability assays, enzyme kinetics, and nucleic acid quantification, depending on its specific detection modes.

• Is this unit suitable for high-throughput screening?

• What maintenance is typically required for a microplate reader?

• Can this reader be integrated with laboratory automation systems?

• What are the common consumables for this type of equipment?

Microplate readers remain essential laboratory instruments valued for their reliability and consistency in high-throughput screening applications. Buyers typically prioritise optical performance, wavelength range compatibility, and software functionality when evaluating used models. Key considerations include detector condition, calibration currency, and spare parts availability. The equipment generally performs well in pharmaceutical development, diagnostics, and research settings. Reputation centres on durability and cost-effectiveness, particularly when sourced from well-maintained laboratory environments with complete documentation.

General overview for this equipment type