Agilent ZAG DNA Analyzer System Unit 3 – 96-Capillary Automated DNA Fragment Analyzer

The Agilent ZAG DNA Analyzer System Unit 3 is an advanced, automated capillary electrophoresis DNA fragment analyzer optimized for high-throughput molecular biology and biotechnology applications. Featuring compatibility with a 96-capillary array, this system enables the rapid analysis of up to 96 DNA samples in 20 minutes with high resolution and sensitivity, making it essential for workflows in molecular diagnostics, gene editing verification, and synthetic biology research.

Key technical specifications include:

• Sample Capacity: Supports 9 sample trays holding 1x96-well PCR microplates (semi- or non-skirted), totaling up to 864 unattended samples.
• Minimum Sample Volume: 20 µL per injection.
• Separation Range and Accuracy: DNA fragment sizing from 35 bp to 20,000 bp with typical sizing accuracy of 5% or better and resolution as low as 3 bp, depending on gel chemistry.
• Detection Sensitivity: As low as 5 pg/µL for DNA fragments.
• Sample Throughput: Approximately 4,600 samples per day, supporting high-demand biomanufacturing and molecular cloning workflows.
• Software Suite: Includes ProSize data analysis software and ZAG DNA Analyzer controller software for streamlined data management.

The system utilizes capillary electrophoresis technology to deliver precise and reproducible nucleic acid sizing and quantitation, critical for applications such as PCR fragment analysis, microsatellite detection, and restriction digest evaluation. Its compact footprint and automated features facilitate seamless integration into clinical diagnostics, biotechnology research, and bioprocessing environments requiring reliable, high-resolution DNA analysis.

Additional benefits include remote instrument setup and training, a 120-day US warranty, 60-day international warranty, and comprehensive after-sales support. Consumables such as capillary arrays have a lifespan of approximately 1,000 injections and must be periodically replaced to maintain performance.

This analyzer is widely adopted in synthetic biology laboratories and molecular biology research facilities for its efficiency in high-throughput DNA fragment sizing, making it a pivotal instrument for genetic analysis pipelines and biopharmaceutical production quality control.

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