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Opentrons Flex Absorbance Plate Reader Module GEN1

The Opentrons Flex Absorbance Plate Reader Module is a fully automated solution for absorbance-based assays. Capable of detecting absorbance in the 400-1000 nm range, it is optimized for a broad array of applications, including protein quantification, sample normalization, cell viability assays, and bacterial growth monitoring.

This module facilitates complete walkaway automation, enabling high-throughput data collection with no manual intervention. Paired with the Opentrons Flex Gripper, it automates every step from reagent prep to plate transfer to measurement, ensuring consistent and reproducible results.

The Opentrons Flex Absorbance Plate Reader Module is not available for sale in Europe.*

Prices listed here are valid in the US and select other territories. Please get in touch with your local team for pricing for your territory.

991-00222

1-Year Warranty

Ships in 8 weeks

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Features

Fully automated preparation, loading, and reading

Multiple wavelengths supporting a range of applications

Modular installation and easy operation

Tech Specs

Dimensions

Reader: 9.6 x 15.5 x 5.7 cm (w/l/h)

Adapter: 8.6 x 12.8 x 1.7 cm (w/l/h)

Weight

Illumination unit: 435g

Detection unit: 355g

Detection Method

Absorbance

Detection Mode

Endpoint, Kinetic

Microplate Type

96-well microplates (flat bottom)

Photometric Range

0.0–4.0 OD (optical density)

Resolution

0.001 OD (optical density)

Power Supply

USB connection 5 V

Power Input

2.5 Watts

Wavelength Filter Settings

450 nm, 562 nm, 600 nm, 650nm, custom wavelengths available

Detector

96 Photodiodes

Linearity

405 nm: ≤ 1.5% from 0.0 – 2.0 OD; ≤ 3.0% from 2.0 – 3.0 OD    

 

≥ 450 nm: ≤ 1.0% from 0.0 – 2.0 OD; ≤ 1.5% from 2.0 – 3.0 OD

Accuracy

405 nm: ≤ 1.5% + 0.010 OD from 0.0 – 2.0 OD; ≤ 3.0% + 0.010 OD from 2.0 – 3.0 OD

 

≥ 450 nm: ≤ 1.0% + 0.010 OD from 0.0 – 2.0 OD; ≤ 1.5% + 0.010 OD from 2.0 – 3.0 OD

Reproducibility

≤ 0.5 % + 0.005 OD from 0.0–2.0 OD; ≤ 1 % + 0.010 OD from 2.0–3.0 OD

*The Opentrons Flex Absorbance Plate Reader currently may not be offered, used or put on the market in any European Patent Convention States due to a third party patent application.

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