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Thistle Scientific runVIEW Mini, Blue Light Illuminator, Viewing Size 11.2 x 7.5 cm

Specifications

Depth
170 mm
Dimensions (WxDxH)
86 x 170 x 25 mm
Height
25 mm
Illuminants
Blue light LED
Max. voltage
12 V·DC
Power supply
12 V·DC
Type
runVIEW MINI
UNSPSC
41105304
Wavelength
470 nm
Weight
338 g

SG $933.91

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Product description

The Thistle Scientific runVIEW Mini Blue Light Illuminator is a compact and efficient tool designed for visualizing nucleic acid gels. Utilizing harmless blue LED light at a wavelength of 470 nm, it illuminates both traditional Ethidium bromide-stained gels and newer safe stains like runSAFE. This illuminator features a viewing area of 11.2 x 7.5 cm, making it ideal for quick checks of PCR fidelity and restriction digest results. Its compact design allows it to slot easily under multiSUB MINI and MIDI gel tanks, and it can also function as a standalone transilluminator with the gel placed directly on the illuminator.

Key Features:

  • Brand: Thistle Scientific
  • Model: runVIEW Mini
  • Illumination: High-intensity blue LED light (470 nm)
  • Viewing Area: 11.2 x 7.5 cm
  • Compatibility: Suitable for Ethidium bromide and safe stains like runSAFE
  • Design: Compact, slots under MINI and MIDI gel tanks; can be used standalone
  • Includes: Illuminator, orange filter screen, and paper hood
  • Power Supply: DC 12V, 2A
  • Safety Feature: Automatic shutdown after 6 minutes

Scope of Supply:

  • Transilluminator
  • Orange filter screen
  • Paper hood

This illuminator is an excellent choice for laboratories requiring efficient and safe gel visualization without the hazards associated with UV light.

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Frequently asked questions

It is a compact and efficient tool designed for visualizing nucleic acid gels. Utilizing harmless blue LED light at a wavelength of 470 nm, it illuminates both traditional Ethidium bromide-stained gels and newer safe stains like runSAFE. This illuminator features a viewing area of 11.2 x 7.5 cm, making it ideal for quick checks of PCR fidelity and restriction digest results. Its compact design allows it to slot easily under multiSUB MINI and MIDI gel tanks, and it can also function as a standalone transilluminator with the gel placed directly on the illuminator.

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