Bio-Rad Mini-PROTEAN Tetra Cell Vertical Gel Electrophoresis System Model 168-8001JA

The Bio-Rad Mini-PROTEAN Tetra Cell (Model 168-8001JA) is a vertical gel electrophoresis system designed for protein separation through SDS-PAGE, supporting simultaneous running of 1 to 4 mini gels. This system is compatible with Mini-PROTEAN precast gels and allows custom handcast gels within typical mini gel dimensions. Its gel size accommodates precast gels measuring 8.6 by 6.8 cm, and handcast gels of 8.3 by 7.3 cm, with glass plates sized for short and spacer configurations to facilitate consistent electrophoresis runs.

Featuring efficient buffer capacity (700 ml for 2 gels and 1000 ml for 4 gels), it ensures stable conditions during electrophoresis. Typical SDS-PAGE run times range from 35 to 45 minutes at 200 V constant voltage, suitable for workflows in molecular diagnostics and protein bioprocessing laboratories. The system is compatible with PowerPac™ Basic and PowerPac HC power supplies, widely used in biotechnological research settings.

Physically compact at 12 x 16 x 18 cm and weighing approximately 1 kg, the Mini-PROTEAN Tetra Cell is essential for labs conducting biomedical engineering, molecular cloning workflows, and synthetic biology research requiring reliable protein gel analysis. The unit is currently offered in a used condition, sold as-is, with possible variations in original performance.

This electrophoresis unit is well-suited for critical applications in molecular diagnostics, protein biomanufacturing, and live-cell imaging sample preparation, making it a valuable instrument for biotechnology and life science research professionals.