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Brand

Thermo Fisher Scientific

Product Type

Instrument

Highlights

The 24-capillary 3500xL Genetic Analyzer sets the standard in capillary electrophoresis. The 3500-series instruments are the first genetic analyzers designed with a specific feature set and workflow for the Human Identification application. The complete product combines the instrument with Applied Biosystems™ reagents, consumables and software, as well as industry leading support, to provide an integrated HID system solution that significantly improves ease-of-use and application efficiencies.

• Increased Consistency – Reduced signal variation with factory standardization and optional in-lane normalization
• Real-Time Data Quality Assessment – On instrument data evaluation features provide rapid identification and re-injection of samples requiring additional processing
• Improved Thermal Control – Smaller oven design and improved door seal for more consistent data migration
• HID Specific Workflow – Pre-configured for Applied Biosystems™ amplification kits to simplify run setup and software navigation
• Effortless Consumable Installation – Convenient one-time use consumable packaging
• Consumable Tracking with RFID Technology – On-instrument, real-time monitoring of consumable consumption and expiration
• Enhanced Throughput – Faster data generation with 8 or 24 capillary arrays and shorter run times
• Improved Polymer Pump Design – Reduced waste and fewer bubbles for better data quality
• Simplified Instrument Installation & Operation – New solid-state laser eliminates need for high voltage wiring and external venting
• Streamlined Instrument Maintenance – HID specific performance check and maintenance scheduling tools
• Data Chain of Custody – Controlled access and tracking through Security, Audit and eSig features

Specifications

Software Type GeneMapper ID-X Software
Amperage 15 A
Capillary Length 50 cm, 36 cm
Dimensions (L x W x H) Exterior Electrophoresis Unit Width (Closed Door): 61 cm, Electrophoresis Unit: 122 cm (W) (open door) x 61 cm (D) x 72 cm (H)
Electrical Requirements 20 kV, 15 A
External Computer Hard Drive: 2x 500GB SATA 3.0 Gb/s and 8 MB Data Burst Cache, Memory: 16 GB (2x 8GB) 1600 MHz DDR3 Non-ECC. 4th Gen Intel Core I7 Processor- 3.1 GHz Turbo Processor, Operating System: Windows 7 SP1
Format 96-well Plate, 384-well Plate, 8-tube Strip
For Use With (Equipment) 3500xL Genetic Analyzer
Green Features Energy efficient, Fewer resources used and less waste
Height (English) Exterior 28.3 in.
Height (Metric) Exterior 72 cm
Laser Features Long-life single-line 505 nm solid-state laser excitation source., Long-life single-line 505 nm solid-state laser
Max. Voltage
Electrophoresis Voltage – Up to 20 kV
Number of Capillaries 24 Capillaries
Operating Environment Humidity: 20%-80% (non-condensing), Room temp.: <2° fluctuation during runs, Room temp: <2° fluctuation during runs, Temperature: 15°C-30°C, Humidity: 20–80% (non-condensing)
Operating System Windows 7 (Service Pack 1)
Polymer POP-4™, POP-6™, POP-7™
Polymer Consumption Replace at earliest of 14 days⁄384 samples⁄20 injections (384-sample pouches), Replace at earliest of 14 days⁄96 samples⁄5 injections (96-sample pouches), Replace at earliest of 14 days⁄960 samples⁄50 injections (960-sample pouches)
Read Length ≥420 bp using a 36 cm capillary and POP-4™
Run Time 30 to 140 min. (varies depending on run module)
Software Compatibility GeneMapper™ ID-X Software
Throughput ≥ 936 samples/day (HID36_POP4), Range: 240 to 1104 sequencing samples per day (varies depending on run module), ≥264 samples per day (standard sequencing with POP-7™ and 50 cm capillaries), ≥936 samples per day (HID36 POP4 Module)
Warranty 1 Year Limited Warranty on Parts and Labor, Service Installation and Application Training Included
Weight 82 kg (approximately)

Other information

The 3500xL analyzer is shipped with the following system components:

• Capillary Electrophoresis instrument.
• 3500xL (24-capillary) array and POP™ polymer
• Human identification reagents and other consumables for system qualification.
• Dell™ computer workstation with flat-screen monitor.
• Integrated software for instrument control, data collection, quality control, and basecalling or sizing of samples.

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