YSI 2950D-3 Multi-Module Biochemistry Analyzer with Biosensor and ISE Technology

The YSI 2950D-3 Biochemistry Analyzer is a compact, modular analytical instrument designed for rapid and precise measurement of multiple biochemical analytes critical in biotechnology, clinical diagnostics, and bioprocessing research. Utilizing advanced biosensor technology and ion selective electrode (ISE) modules, it supports simultaneous analysis of glucose, lactate, glutamate, glutamine, glycerol, and other metabolites essential for molecular diagnostics, bioprocess monitoring, and cell culture analysis.

Key technical specifications include:

• Sensor Modules: 3 total (2 biosensor modules and 1 ISE module) enabling up to 6 chemistries measured concurrently.
• Sample Volume: 10 to 50 µL per module suitable for microplate wells (96-well plates), test tubes, and microcentrifuge tubes.
• Enzyme Response Time: Approximately 60 seconds for one module; 135–195 seconds when all three modules are operating, facilitating rapid biochemical profiling.
• Precision & Linearity: Application-specific precision with typical coefficient of variation (CV) below 2%; linear response within ±5% of calibration values to the maximum detection range.
• Measurement Range: Broad analyte concentrations spanning glucose (0.05–25 g/L), lactate (0.05–2.7 g/L), amino acids like glutamate and glutamine, as well as ethanol, hydrogen peroxide, and other key metabolites relevant to synthetic biology and biomanufacturing workflows.
• Flow Rate: Inlet flow adjustable between 100 to 2500 µL/min to accommodate varying assay conditions and throughput needs.
• Dimensions & Weight: Footprint of 35.6 x 52.1 x 40 cm, weighing 17.7 kg for benchtop laboratory integration.

Additional features and configurable options:

• Optional level sensors for buffer and waste bottles enhance workflow automation and reduce manual intervention.
• Multiple tube rack compatibility including 4, 8, and 24-place tube holders support varied sample formats.
• Consumable components such as sensor probes, membranes, calibration standards, stir bars, and tubing are designed for easy replacement, minimizing downtime in high-throughput environments.
• The instrument supports automatic calibration and maintenance protocols ensuring consistent data quality vital for biomedical engineering and metabolic research laboratories.

Applications for the YSI 2950D-3 include:

• Monitoring glucose and lactate metabolism in live-cell imaging and cell culture systems.
• Fermentation and bioprocess analytics in biotechnology industries for real-time metabolite tracking.
• Metabolic profiling in clinical research supporting molecular diagnostics and disease biomarker discovery.
• Quality control in food, beverage production, and biofuel research through precise biochemical quantification.

This analyzer is widely adopted in synthetic biology research and bioprocessing pipelines, providing reliable, automated biochemical analysis critical in molecular cloning workflows and biopharmaceutical production. The robust service and calibration procedures ensure full operational capability with warranty-backed support, making it ideal for academic and industrial laboratory settings committed to high-precision metabolic assays.

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