Eppendorf Launches Microplates with a Clear Advantage

New Eppendorf Polypropylene Microplates 96 and 384 feature a uniquely high level of transparency, easy-to-read OptiTrack® labelling matrix and innovative RecoverMax® well geometry for maximum sample recovery.

The ultraclear wells of Eppendorf Polypropylene Microplates, combined with the OptiTrack high-contrast alphanumeric labelling, make sample and well identification up to 30 per cent faster and less error-prone compared with conventional polypropylene microplates.[1]

The RecoverMax well design minimises ‘wicking’ and well-to-well contamination, guaranteeing higher recovery rates for valuable samples, as well as outstanding mixing properties. The flat, planar surface with raised rims ensures effective sealing, and g-safe stability at up to 6,000 x g allows shorter centrifugation times. High dimensional accuracy and stability make these Microplates perfect for automated and high-throughput processes, while high temperature and chemical resistance also widen the range of potential applications.

For fluorescence and luminescence assays, black and white Microplates respectively provide extremely low detection limits with an excellent signal-to-noise ratio – ideal for lower concentrated samples or reduced dye concentrations.[2]

In accordance with Eppendorf’s acclaimed quality standards, each batch of plates is tested and certified by an independent laboratory as either PCR clean (free of human DNA, DNase, RNase and PCR inhibitors) or Sterile. Microplates 384 are also available in Protein and DNA LoBind qualities for maximum sample recovery in small-volume applications.

Eppendorf Polypropylene Microplates meet the demand for consistent high quality, fast sample location and minimised sample loss, from users in the fields of genomics, assay development, compound testing, proteomics and protein analytics. Applications include nucleic acid sample preparation, detection using fluorescence/luminescence, culture of microorganisms and storage of nucleic acids, proteins, cells or chemicals.

[1] Data published in Eppendorf Application Note 202, 2008.
[2] Data published in Eppendorf Application Note 203, 2008.