Thermo Scientific Evolution 260 Bio UV-Vis Spectrophotometer for Nucleic Acid and Protein Analysis

The Thermo Scientific Evolution 260 Bio UV-Vis Spectrophotometer is engineered for precise absorbance measurements critical in molecular diagnostics, biotechnology, and bioprocessing applications. Optimized for nucleic acid and protein quantification, it supports direct UV absorbance readings at 260 nm (nucleic acids) and 205-280 nm (proteins), alongside colorimetric protein assays such as Pierce 660 nm, Bradford, and BCA. This instrument integrates INSIGHT software, enhancing accuracy in microarray labeling efficiency measurements involving one or two fluorescent dyes, which is essential for synthetic biology and gene editing workflows.

Designed to accommodate flexible laboratory controls, it operates via optional tablet or computer interfaces, adapting to diverse research environments. The unit's specifications include dual voltage compatibility (120V/220V) and frequency support (50Hz/60Hz), ensuring global usability. Weighing approximately 19.6 kg (43.2 lbs), its robust build fits seamlessly into biomanufacturing and clinical diagnostic workflows demanding reliable UV-Vis spectral analysis.

This instrument is widely adopted by cell biology, biomedical engineering, and molecular biology researchers requiring a versatile spectrophotometer tailored for live-cell imaging preparations, enzyme kinetics assays, and biopharmaceutical production pipelines. The Evolution 260 Bio is crucial for labs focused on synthetic biology research and essential molecular cloning workflows involving nucleic acid and protein sample characterization.