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SmartBlue, Blue Light Transilluminator
Safer for samples, safer for you: The SmartBlue Transilluminator is the perfect partner for the most
common safe DNA stains. It emits blue light at a wavelength of 465nm, perfect
for excitation of most green fluorophors, including our Accuris’ SmartGlow™,
SYBR Green, SYBR Safe, SYBR Gold, GelStar, GelGreen, to name a few. The
SmartBlue also works for excitation of EtBr, see our Technical
Bulletin with sample images. Exposing DNA to this wavelength does
not cause molecular damage, and results in a much higher downstream cloning
efficiency as compared to even short UV light exposures. In addition, the
visible blue light is not damaging to the user’s skin and is less harmful to
the eyes. *
Two position filter cover: The SmartBlue transilluminator requires
no special shielding, however, the light does need to be filtered for
visualization of the dyes. The amber cover, which rests above the viewing
surface and gel, filters out the blue light, allowing the bands to be seen
clearly. The cover can be placed at a 60º angle to provide easy access to the
gel for band excision. For documentation, the filter cover is easily removed
completely.
Optional amber viewing
glasses: Our E4000-VG Viewing Glasses offer efficient
blocking of the blue light wavelength from the SmartBlue illuminator, allowing
clear visualization of the fluorescing DNA bands without the filter cover in
place. These convenient glasses are recommended for users that are
frequently excising DNA bands from gels.
UI technology, bright and clear images: Engineered
diffusers and filters provide an extremely evenly lit viewing surface. Even in
ambient light, bands of DNA can clearly be seen in gels. Images obtained using
the SmartBlue Transilluminator are brighter and more balanced than those
obtained using epi-illuminators which light from the sides.
Reliable, durable and long lasting: An array of super bright LEDs
with a long, 30,000 hour service life provide the light source for the
SmartBlue Transilluminator. Unlike those in a UV transilluminator, the filters
in the SmartBlue will not solarize and degrade in performance over time. Gel
bands can be excised directly on the scratch resistant, glass viewing surface.
To save energy, the power switch includes an automatic 5-minute shutoff. The
SmartBlue Transilluminator is covered by a 2-year warranty.
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The SmartBlue product uses high intensity LED lights. Although the
visible blue wavelength is significantly safer than UV light, it is recommended
to not stare directly at the viewing surface without the amber cover in place.
Light
Source
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High Intensity LED
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Wavelength
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Peak at 465 nm
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Gel Viewing
Surface
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17x12cm
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Filter
Cover
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Amber,
filters blue light
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Dimensions
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12.8 x 8.5 x 1.9
in
30.5 x 21.5 x
5 cm
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Electrical
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115 or
230V, 50 to 60Hz
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Warranty
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2 years
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