Thermo Scientific Multiskan FC Filter-Based Microplate Reader with 340–850 nm Range

The Thermo Scientific Multiskan FC is a versatile benchtop microplate reader designed for quantitative absorbance measurements across a broad wavelength range of 340 to 850 nm, supporting diverse applications including enzymatic kinetic studies, Lowry assays, and molecular diagnostics. It features a filter turret with eight positions, including three standard filters at 405 nm, 450 nm, and 620 nm, enabling flexible multi-wavelength analysis critical in biotechnology and clinical diagnostics.

Key technical specifications include:

• Precision: ±1% in the 0.3–3 Abs range at 405 nm; ±2% in 3–4 Abs range at 405 nm, ensuring high accuracy in absorbance readings essential for bioprocessing and synthetic biology research.
• Rapid Data Acquisition: Capable of completing measurements in as little as 6 seconds, facilitating high throughput workflows in molecular biology and biomanufacturing pipelines.
• Linear Agitation: Offers slow, medium, and fast linear shaking modes for optimized sample mixing during kinetic assays or live-cell assays.
• Temperature Control: Incubation capability up to 50°C, supporting temperature-sensitive experimental protocols.
• Software Integration: Equipped with the SkanIt software for integrated data acquisition and analysis, including qualitative and quantitative calculations for simple, dual, and kinetic measurements.
• Connectivity: USB interface for seamless integration with laboratory information management systems (LIMS).

The device supports both 96- and 384-well microplates, making it widely adopted in biotechnology laboratories for molecular cloning workflows, enzyme activity assays, and biopharmaceutical production monitoring. Its automatic calibration and self-diagnostic features enhance reliability and ease of use in demanding laboratory environments.

Ideal for researchers and clinical professionals, the Multiskan FC combines precision, versatility, and speed, supporting critical workflows in biomedical engineering, molecular diagnostics, and cell imaging.