Azure Biosystems Sapphire RGBNIR Biomolecular Imager with Chemiluminescent Upgrade Unit 2

The Azure Biosystems Sapphire RGBNIR Biomolecular Imager w/ Chemiluminescent Upgrade Unit 2 is a high-performance imaging system engineered for advanced biomolecular and protein analysis. This system integrates laser excitation at wavelengths of 488, 520, 658, and 784 nm, enabling multiplex fluorescence detection across blue, green, red, and near-infrared (NIR) channels within a single scan. The instrument supports chemiluminescent imaging critical for sensitive detection of protein blots and molecular interactions.

Key technical specifications:

• Laser excitation wavelengths: 488, 520, 658, 784 nm
• Scanning area: 25 cm x 25 cm
• Pixel size range: 10 µm – 1000 µm
• Scanning speed: 50 cm/s
• Detectors: Photomultiplier tube (PMT) and avalanche photodiode (APD), providing high sensitivity for fluorescence and chemiluminescence signals
• Optical filters: Blue (518 nm/22 nm bandwidth), Green (565 nm/24 nm), Red (710 nm/40 nm), Infrared (832 nm/37 nm) channels
• Multiplexing capability: Simultaneous detection of visible and NIR fluorophores, supporting complex biomolecular assays
• Modular design: Facilitates future upgrades and expanded imaging functionalities

Applications and research domains:

This imager is widely used in molecular diagnostics, biotechnology, bioprocessing, and synthetic biology for Western blot analysis, multiplex fluorescence assays, and chemiluminescent protein detection. It is essential for workflows in gene editing validation, biopharmaceutical production pipelines, and cellular biomarker studies, delivering reproducible high-resolution data with versatile imaging modalities.

Additional features:

• PC system with Sapphire software package included for image acquisition and data analysis
• Complete accessory set with mouse, keyboard, monitor, and required power and communication cables
• Fully tested and serviced unit with verified functionality across all fluorescence and chemiluminescent modes
• Robust warranty and after-sales technical support available
• Well-suited for live-cell imaging preparation and NIR-based biomolecular studies to enhance sensitivity and multiplex capacity

The Azure Biosystems Sapphire RGBNIR imager is a critical platform for advanced biomolecular imaging in academic, clinical, and industrial research laboratories, supporting multiplex fluorescence detection, chemiluminescent assays, and NIR imaging essential in modern biotechnology applications.