Description
- The Applied Biosystems QuantStudio 5 Real-Time PCR System for Human Identification with tower computer is the latest addition to our human identification (HID) real-time PCR family of products. This instrument is designed for both new and experienced users who need a simple, reliable, and affordable real-time PCR system that doesn’t require compromise on performance or quality. When used with our latest advances in quantification chemistry and HID Real-Time PCR Analysis Software, this system offers a sensitive, robust solution for forensic DNA quantification. It also helps prepare laboratories for future quantification technologies. With maximum dye versatility, this HID solution offers accurate, trusted results in a small benchtop footprint.
- Smaller foot print: 27 W x 50 D x 40 H cm, designed to maximize horizontal and vertical bench space
- Front-facing fully motorized block
- Touch screen interface enables viewing of amplification plots
- Easy and intuitive interface
- Bright light LED median lifetime greater than 5 years
- Less frequent maintenance
- 10 GB on-board memory for storage of 2,000–5,000 runs
- HID-validated system
- 0.2 mL standard 96-well format
- Multiplexing capability for up to six dyes, enabling future quantification technology
- Precise temperature control with Peltier-controlled blocks (known as VeriFlex zones)
- USB interface
- Dye Compatibility: FAM™/SYBR™ Green, VIC™/JOE™/HEX™/TET™, ABY™*/ NED™/TAMRA™/Cy®3, JUN™*, ROX™/Texas Red™, Mustang Purple™, Cy®5/LIZ™, Cy®5.5
- Multiplexing: 96-well: up to 6 targets
- Dynamic Range: 10 logarithmic units
- Sensitivity Resolution: Detect differences as small as 1.5-fold in target quantities in a singleplex reaction
- Excitation (light sources): Bright white light-emitting diode (LED) source with a median lifetime of >5 years
- Dimensions & Weight: 27 x 50 x 40 cm (W x D x H), <26 kg
- Sample capacity (wells): 96-well 0.2 mL block
- Reaction Volume: 96-well: 10–100 μL for 0.2 mL block
- Max Ramp Rate: 6.5°C/sec
- Average Sample Ramp Rate: 3.66°C/sec
- Temp uniformity: 0.4°C
- VeriFlex Blocks: 96-well: 6 independent temperature zones
- Heatin/Cooling method: Peltier
- Run Time: ~70 min for Applied Biosystems™ Quantifiler™ Trio and HP kits ~100 min for Applied Biosystems™ Quantifiler™ Duo and Human kits
- Calibration: Factory-calibrated*
- Onboard memory: 10 GB, which translates to approximately 2,000–5,000 run files
- Filters/Colors: 96-well: 6 decoupled filters, up to 21 combinations
- Excitation/Detection Range: 96-well: 450–680 nm/500–730 nm
- Data acquisition: Whole-plate imaging
- Touchscreen: Interactive touchscreen with real-time application viewing
- Online ecosystem: Connect cloud platform
- Communication interface: Connect cloud platform, USB, or Wi-Fi
- System Configuration: Stand-alone, PC connection via Ethernet (colocated) or LAN
- Computer requirements: OS: Microsoft™ Windows™ 10 Enterprise 2016 LTSB Processor: Intel™ Core™ i5-6440HW CPU @2.6 GHz, 16 GB RAM Installed memory: 16 GB
- Instrument passed all tests, connects and works with software on laptop
- Buyer is responsible for calibration after delivery, we recommend an Licensed Technician.
