Roche LightCycler II Thermal Cycler Parts Only

• Gene expression analysis for quantifying mRNA levels.
• Pathogen detection and quantification in clinical or food safety settings.
• Genotyping for SNP analysis and mutation detection.
• DNA methylation analysis for epigenetic studies.
• Drug discovery and development for screening and validation.

Typical reaction volume

For this class of equipment, reaction volumes are commonly in the range of 5-20 µL.

Throughput

Units of this type typically process 32 samples per run, often in capillary formats.

Temperature range

Thermal cyclers commonly operate within a temperature range of approximately 35°C to 95°C for PCR amplification.

Heating/cooling rate

Fast heating and cooling rates, often several degrees Celsius per second, are characteristic of real-time PCR systems like the LightCycler II.

Power supply

Units of this nature typically require a standard laboratory power supply, commonly 230V, 50Hz in the UK.

Footprint

For this class of equipment, the footprint is generally compact, designed for benchtop use in a laboratory.

• What does 'Parts Only' signify for this listing?

  A 'Parts Only' designation indicates the unit is not fully functional and is being sold for its components. Buyers should assume it requires repair or can be used to salvage parts for other units.

• Can this unit be repaired to full working order?

• What are the common failure points for LightCycler II systems?

• Are software and accessories typically included with 'Parts Only' listings?

• What should a buyer consider before purchasing a 'Parts Only' thermal cycler?

PCR machines and thermal cyclers are regarded as reliable workhorses in molecular biology laboratories. Buyers typically value precision temperature control, consistent cycling performance, and straightforward programming interfaces. When purchasing used equipment, inspectors should verify heating block accuracy, check thermal uniformity across wells, and confirm software compatibility with current laboratory systems. Common strengths include durability, ease of maintenance, and sustained performance across numerous applications in research, diagnostics, and quality control settings.

General overview for this equipment type