Threefold power for maximum flexibility in PCR The Biometra Trio is a unique, premium instrument, »Made in Germany« and held to the absolute highest quality standards. The Biometra TRIO provides three independent sample blocks which can run three different PCR reactions in parallel. The instrument is available with different sample blocks: 3 x 48 well for 0.2 ml tubes, 3 x 30 well for 0.5 ml tubes or 3 x combi block for 48 well 0.2 ml tubes or 18* x 0.5 ml tubes each. Thus, the Biometra TRIO offers high throughput in parallel operation (up to 144 x 0.2 ml samples) in combination with the flexibility to run different protocols. This makes the Biometra TRIO thermal cycler the perfect instrument for laboratories with the demand for high flexibility and the need often to optimize new PCR-protocols.
Three independent thermal cyclers in one housing The Biometra TRIO thermal cycler is the only instrument that provides three independent blocks and heated lids in one housing. Thanks to the multiblock technology three different independent protocols can be run in parallel. The Biometra TRIO offers high throughput in parallel operation (up to 144 x 0.2 ml samples) in combination with the flexibility to run different protocols.
User specific quick start of programs The intuitive software offers very straightforward programming and for GMP-regulated laboratories highly configurable user management, plus extensive tools for system diagnostics as well as documentation of PCR runs. To create PCR protocols the user can select between tabular or graphical programming. The user-specific quick start in combination with the program preview makes tedious searches for previously used PCR programs superfluous.
Temperature Optimisation Step (TOS) To find the optimal annealing temperature of new primers pairs the Biometra TRIO Thermocycler offers the Temperature Optimisation Step function. Temperature Optimisation Steps, by making use of the three blocks, provide different annealing temperatures in a gradient-like fashion. In the corresponding screen just enter an annealing temperature for the block in the middle and an increment, defining the temperature difference for the first and third block. For maximum ease of use programs with Temperature Optimisation Steps automatically start on all three blocks, there is no need to start and stop the blocks individually.
* capacity increases to 35 x 0.5 ml tubes by use of small cap tubes
3 blocks for 48 x 0.2ml tubes or 48 well microplates or 6 x strips of 8 each
3 combi blocks for 18 x 0.5ml tubes** or 48 x 0.2ml tubes, or 48 well microplates or 6 x strips of 8
Max. heating rate*
4.0 °C/Sec.
5.0 °C/Sec.
3.0 °C/Sec.
Avg. heating rate*
3.6 °C/Sec.
4.2 °C/Sec.
2.7 °C/Sec.
Max. cooling rate*
3.6° C/Sec.
4.5 °C/Sec.
2.7 °C/Sec.
Avg. cooling rate*
3.2 °C/Sec.
3.8 °C/Sec.
2.4 °C/Sec.
Temp. Uniformity
±0.20 °C within 15 sec at 50°C ±0.30 °C within 15 sec at 70°C ±0.60 °C within 15 sec at 95°C
Temp. Range
3 °C to 99 °C
Multiblock Tool
Temperature Optimisation Step (TOS)
Max. TOS span
± 47,5 °C
Control Accuracy
± 0.1°C
Software options
User specific quick start of the last five programs for each sample block, program preview prior to start, toggle between spreadsheet and graphical programming mode, Temperature Optimization Step (TOS), generate service info files (SINF), extended self-test, adjustable ramp rates, PC control via Ethernet, comprehensive user administration tool, Protocol Wizard
Display
7'' TFT touchscreen
Auto restart after power failure
Yes
Cool samples at 4°C
Yes
Heated Lid
High Performance Smart Lid (HPSL) for optimal lid pressure and excellent temperature uniformity
Lid Temperature Range
30 °C to 110 °C
Power Consumption
Max. 1000 Watt
Power Supply
110, 115, 230 Volt / 50—60 Hz
Noise emission
Very low
Interfaces
1x USB A Port, 1x Ethernet Port
Dimensions
(W x D x H)
30 cm x 41 cm x 25 cm
Weight
17.3 kg
Working conditions
5–35°C, 70% relative humidity
* measured inside the block according to Biometra standard procedure ** Capacity increases to 35 x 0.5 ml tubes by the use of small cap tubes
Caracteristicas
Three Block System: Three independent sample blocks for ultimate flexibility
Fastest Ramping, highest Accuracy, Block/Well Control: Superior sample block temperature control
Whisper Quiet: Low noise emission of max. 45 dB
High Performance Smart Lid (HPSL): Defined pressure control for highly reproducible results
Temperature Optimization STEP (TOS): TOS-technology to determine the optimal annealing temperature
Advanced User Management (AUM): Individual rights settings for each user
