Tecan Infinate - Tecan Infinite 200 Pro Microplate Reader

• Quantifying DNA/RNA or protein concentrations in life sciences research.
• Running immunoassays such as ELISA in clinical diagnostics.
• Performing drug screening assays in pharmaceutical development.
• Reading fluorescence or luminescence signals from reporter gene assays.
• Monitoring cell viability or enzyme activity in biochemical studies.

Typical plate formats

Commonly supports 6- to 384-well microplates; some units may accommodate up to 1536-well plates.

Detection modes

Typically includes absorbance, fluorescence intensity, and luminescence; advanced units may offer fluorescence polarisation and time-resolved fluorescence.

Wavelength range

For this class of equipment, a broad spectral range is common, often covering UV to visible light (e.g., 230 nm to 1000 nm).

Temperature control

Many units feature integrated temperature control, typically ranging from ambient +5°C to 42°C.

Shaking options

Commonly includes linear, orbital, and double-orbital shaking capabilities.

Software integration

Typically controlled via dedicated PC software for assay setup, data acquisition, and analysis.

Power supply

Units of this type commonly require a standard laboratory power supply, typically 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz.

• What types of assays can this microplate reader perform?

  The Tecan Infinite 200 Pro is a multimode reader, typically capable of performing a wide range of assays including absorbance-based (e.g., DNA/RNA quantification, ELISA), fluorescence intensity, and luminescence measurements.

• Is this unit suitable for high-throughput screening?

• What maintenance is typically required for a used microplate reader?

• Does this unit come with controlling software?

• Can this reader be integrated with robotic systems?

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