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Brand

Thermo Fisher Scientific

Product Type

Instrument

Highlights

For Research, Forensic, or Paternity Use Only

The AutoMate Express Forensic DNA Extraction System is an easy to use, robust bench-top instrument that utilizes the PrepFiler Express and PrepFiler Express BTA chemistries packaged in pre-filled, foil sealed cartridges. We have designed the PrepFiler chemistry specifically to improve the quantity and quality of DNA isolated from forensic samples, thereby increasing the potential to obtain maximum information from downstream STR analysis.

Application

Key Product Features:
• Designed to improve the yield and overall purity of DNA isolated from both routine and challenging forensic samples.
• Provides high quality DNA, free of PCR inhibitors and suitable for downstream applications such as quantitative real-time PCR and short tandem repeat (STR) analysis
• Simple and fast separation of substrate from lysate with the unique PrepFiler LySep Column
• Quick and easy run setup with ready-to-use pre-filled cartridges
• Closed system that minimizes the risk of contamination and transposition errors
• Processes 1 to 13 samples in a single run
• Rapid implementation with pre-validated, pre-programmed instrument protocols
• Integrated solution including novel reagents, consumables and automation to provide time saving, cost effective and reliable DNA extraction
• Improves downstream genotyping (STR) success rate and profile quality
PrepFiler Express Kit Format and Components

Specifications

Capacity 1 to 13 samples per run
Format Column
Electrical Requirements 240 VA, Grounding is necessary, Required input power AC 100-240 V ±10%, 50⁄60 Hz
For Use With (Equipment) AutoMate Express Forensic DNA Extraction System
For Use With (Application) DNA Extraction
High-throughput Compatibility Automated Protocols
Product Line AutoMate Express
Programs Protocol card pre-programmed for purifying nucleic acids from forensic samples
Sample Volume Based on sample type (see PrepFiler Express User Guide)
Software 512 KB Flash memory card pre-programmed with purification protocol
Test Time 30 minutes (up to 13 samples)
Weight 55 kg (121 pounds)

Other information

Streamlined Off-Line Lysis
The PrepFiler Express Kits include the innovative PrepFiler LySep Column, which dramatically streamlines the off-line lysis portion of the extraction method. PrepFiler Lysis buffer or PrepFiler BTA Lysis buffer is added directly into the PrepFiler LySep Column along with the sample for incubation. Next, the PrepFiler LySep Column is quickly centrifuged which permits lysate flow through the burstable membrane while the substrate remains behind in the column. The sample tube is then simply ready to be placed on the AutoMate Express instrument. This eliminates the manual lysate and substrate transfer steps, saving time and minimizing cross contamination and sample transposition events.

Contents & Storage

Includes 1 AutoMate Express Forensic DNA Extraction System with Service installation, one protocol card, and instrument UG. Store at ambient temperature.

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