BioChrom Ultrospec 2100 Pro Benchtop UV/Visible Spectrophotometer for Life Sciences

The BioChrom Ultrospec 2100 Pro is a _benchtop UV/Visible spectrophotometer_ engineered for accurate absorbance and concentration measurements across diverse life science, biochemistry, and molecular biology applications. Its broad wavelength range of 190 to 900 nm facilitates detection from deep UV to visible light, supporting essential biomolecular assays and enabling quantitative analysis critical in molecular diagnostics and bioprocessing workflows.

Core technical features include:

• Optical system with a 1200 lines/mm aberration-corrected concave grating monochromator delivering high spectral resolution and fidelity.
• Stable illumination via a long-life xenon lamp, optimized for consistent UV/Vis light output supporting fluorescence analysis and biomedical engineering research.
• Dual silicon photodiode detectors ensuring sensitive detection across the spectral range.
• Spectral bandwidth less than 3 nm, with wavelength accuracy at ±1 nm and reproducibility ±0.5 nm, ensuring reliable data critical for gene editing and synthetic biology assay development.
• Photometric measurement span from approximately –3.000 to +3.000 absorbance units with photometric accuracy ±0.5% or ±0.003 A (measured at 546 nm).
• Low noise and high stability at ±0.001 A/hour at 340 nm, and stray light below 0.05% T at 220 nm/340 nm, crucial for sensitive experiments relevant to biomanufacturing and clinical diagnostics.
• Rapid scan speed (~3000 nm/min) and spacious sample compartment accommodating various cuvette holders or accessories, enhancing workflow efficiency in high-throughput molecular biology laboratories.
• Data interfaces include serial (9-pin) and Centronics parallel outputs for seamless printer or PC connectivity.
• On-board measurement control via an integrated display panel, with storage capacity for up to 18 user-defined methods, allowing customized protocols for consistent experimental reproducibility.
• Optional software integration (Datrys or compatible third-party solutions) enables advanced data handling and instrument control, favored in biotechnology research environments.

Measuring approximately 510 × 350 × 160 mm and weighing 13 kg, the instrument operates on 100–240 V AC power, supporting global laboratory infrastructure. The Ultrospec 2100 Pro is widely adopted in synthetic biology research, molecular cloning workflows, and biotechnological assay development, making it an essential UV/Vis spectrophotometer for scientists and laboratory professionals engaged in cutting-edge bioprocessing and molecular diagnostics.