Syngene has introduced an advanced lighting system for their G:BOX gel imaging product line that offers a range of modular epi illumination sources for the excitation of an extensive selection of commercially available dyes. The new epi lighting system comprises the following modules:
White light
All new G:BOX systems will now be factory-fitted as standard with an integral epi white light LED lighting system. The dual 8 LED assemblies are fixed either side of the sample area and are positioned to give bright, even illumination over a 25 cm x 30 cm area. This module cannot be field-fitted.
Ultraviolet light
This optional module can be fitted with a 365 nm, a 302 nm or a 254 nm UV tube. The UV lighting fixtures (one on each side of the darkroom) are fitted above the white light fixtures (please see below) and illuminate an area of 25 cm x 30 cm. The UV module can be field-fitted by a competent engineer.
Red, green, blue (RGB) and IR modules
The introduction of Syngene's unique LED "plug and play" lighting systems for new G:BOX systems will now allow a user to select only those wavelength modules that they require for their specific application(s). Each lighting module emits a single wavelength and is matched with a dedicated filter. The modules simply plug into a lighting gantry (optional extra) which is situated below the white light fixture in the darkroom. Once plugged into the gantry the module is electronically registered by the G:BOX software which recognizes the wavelength and type of filter required. Up to 4 modules can be plugged into each side of the darkroom. It is possible to fit identical modules to increase intensity or to use a number of modules with different wavelengths. Modules are normally fitted in matched pairs with one on either side of the darkroom. There are nine different modules to choose from:
|
Module type |
Wavelength nm |
Filter type |
Applications |
|
Blue |
465 |
Cut off |
General |
|
Blue (M) |
465 |
Band pass |
Close range multiplex apps |
|
Green |
520 |
Cut off |
General |
|
Green (M) |
520 |
Band pass |
Close range multiplex apps |
|
Red |
635 |
Cut off |
General |
|
Red (M) |
635 |
Band pass |
Close range multiplex apps |
|
IR |
740 |
Cut off |
General |
|
FR |
680 |
Band pass |
Close range multiplex apps |
|
IR (M) |
790 |
Band pass |
Close range multiplex apps |
The new LED gantries can be field-fitted by a competent engineer while each LED can be plugged into or removed by any user.
More Information
Please contact Discovery Customer Service for availability and details on compatible imaging systems. Visit Discovery's main instrumentation web site to view the complete line of Syngene gel imaging systems and accessories.
