Specifications for SignalyteTM-II


A New Age of Fluorescence Detection

SignalyteTM-II uses proprietary integrating waveguide technology to measure fluorescence signal in a low-cost disposable cuvette. Eight samples, plus one control, are tested in approximately one minute.


Detection Modes Fluorescence spectrum
Fluorescence intensity
Luminescence
Read Type Endpoint
Kinetic
Sequential quad excitation/emission
Sample format 9 x 35 µL disposable capillary cuvette
Light source Up to 4 wavelengths
LED choices: 365 nm, 470 nm, 530 nm, 590 nm, 635 nm
Multiplex Detection Up to 4 analytes
Emission Filters Filter wheel for 6 filters
Detector Cooled spectrometer
Spectral Range 350 – 800 nmn
Limit of Detection 2 amol/cuvette fluorescein
90 amol/cuvette Cy5
10 particles/cuvette SPHEROTM Purple nanoparticles (Spherotech, Inc.)
1 pg/mL dsDNA with PicoGreen
Dynamic Range 6 logs (assay dependant)
Exposure Time 10 msec to 65 sec
Read Out Relative fluorescence
Dimensions (H x W x H) 249 mm (9.8") x 384mm (15.1") x 335mm (13.2")
Weight 20 kg (40 lbs)
PC Requirements PC with Windows® XP, Pentium 4 or higher, 1.8 GHz or faster CPU, minimum 512 MB memory, CD-ROM, Super VGA display with minimum 800 x 600 resolution and 256 colors, and one available USB 2.0 port
Computer Interface USB 2.0 port cable
Power Power: ≤ 70 W
Voltage: 110-120 V/220-240 V
50/60 Hz autoselect