Agilent BioTek Cytation 3 CYT3MV-SN Cell Imaging Multi-Mode Microplate Reader with RFP, GFP, DAPI Filters and 5x/20x Lenses

The Agilent BioTek Cytation 3 CYT3MV-SN is an advanced hybrid system that integrates cell imaging and multi-mode microplate reading in one compact platform, optimized for biotechnology and molecular diagnostics research. This device features:

• Imaging modes: fluorescence and brightfield for detailed cell visualization
• Filter channels: RFP, GFP, and DAPI, enabling multiplex fluorescence analysis critical in gene editing, synthetic biology, and live-cell imaging applications
• Optical lenses: 5x and 20x magnification for high-resolution imaging across various sample types
• Microplate compatibility: supports 6- to 384-well plates for flexible throughput in bioprocessing and molecular cloning workflows
• Measurement modes: fluorescence, luminescence, and absorption for broad application in molecular diagnostics, biomanufacturing quality control, and cellular assays
• Hardware components: high-resolution CMOS imaging camera with motorized autofocus and motorized XY stage for precise, automated plate handling and imaging
• Connectivity: USB and Ethernet interfaces facilitating integration into automated laboratory environments and data management systems
• Software: integrated analysis and control software supports comprehensive experiment documentation, data analysis, and automation protocols essential for biotechnology research workflows

The system’s robust design (35 kg, dimensions approx. 500 × 600 × 500 mm) and voltage compatibility (230 V AC, 50/60 Hz) ensure reliable performance in clinical diagnostics and biomedical engineering laboratories. This hybrid reader is widely adopted in synthetic biology research and plays a critical role in biopharmaceutical production pipelines by enabling multiplexed fluorescence analysis coupled with high-quality imaging.