Instrument Compatibility Table Summary

This document provides a comprehensive compatibility guide for various FrameStar® PCR plates and strips with a wide range of thermal cyclers, qPCR cyclers, and sequencers from multiple manufacturers. It is intended to assist users in selecting the appropriate PCR consumables compatible with their instruments.

1. Product Types and Specifications

• Plate Types: FrameStar® 2-Component PCR Plates, FrameStar® PCR Plates, RA Plates, FrameStrips®, Standard PCR Plates and Strips.
• Plate Formats: 384-well, 96-well, 8-well, and 4-well plates and strips.
• Skirt Styles: Skirted, semi-skirted, non-skirted, Break-A-Way, Break-2-Ways, and skirted strips.
• Profile Types: Standard and Low Profile (denoted as L or S in the table).
• Product Codes: Short product codes are provided for each plate type; detailed ordering information is available on product pages.

2. Compatibility with Instruments

The table lists compatibility of FrameStar® plates with various instruments categorized by manufacturer and instrument type:

• ABI / Life Technologies / Thermo Fisher Scientific: Thermal cyclers (e.g., Veriti, GeneAmp series), qPCR cyclers (e.g., QuantStudio series, StepOne), and sequencers (e.g., 3100, 3730 series).
• Agilent / Stratagene: Thermal cyclers (SureCycler 8800, Robocycler Gradient), qPCR cyclers (AriaMx, Mx series).
• Analytik Jena / Biometra: Thermal cyclers (Flexcycler series, T-series), qPCR cyclers (qTOWER series).
• Bioer Technologies: Thermal cyclers (GeneQ TA, Gene Touch series).
• Bio-Rad and Bio-Rad MJ Research: Thermal cyclers (C1000 Touch, iCycler series), qPCR cyclers (CFX series, MyiQ), and Mini Gradient TA strips.
• Corbett Research: Thermal cyclers (Palm Cycler), qPCR cyclers (Rotor-Gene series).
• Eppendorf: Thermal cyclers (MasterCycler series), qPCR cyclers (Mastercycler ep realplex).
• GE Healthcare / Amersham: Sequencers (MegaBACE series).
• Peqlab / VWR: Thermal cyclers (peqSTAR series).
• Roche: qPCR cyclers (LC96, LC480), strips (Nano).
• SensoQuest, Takara, Techne, PCRmax: Various thermal cyclers and qPCR cyclers compatible with FrameStar® plates.

3. Compatibility Indicators and Notes

• Recommended Option: Plates marked as recommended for specific instruments.
• Compatible: Plates compatible with instruments but users should verify with their specific instrument/block.
• TA (Tear-A-Way) Compatibility: Some plates are compatible only when separated Tear-A-Way™ plates are used.
• Vari-Plates™: Compatibility details for Vari-Plates™ are referenced separately.
• Samples Availability: Samples of all plates are available before purchase to ensure compatibility.
• Technical Support: Users are advised to check installed heat blocks, consult instrument manuals, or contact technical support for confirmation.
• Trademark Acknowledgement: Trademarks and brands mentioned belong to their respective owners.

4. Critical Recommendations and Best Practices

• Always verify plate compatibility with the specific instrument model and heat block configuration before purchase.
• Use samples provided to test fit and performance.
• Refer to detailed product pages for ordering variations including frame and well color.
• Consult technical support for any uncertainties regarding compatibility.

Summary: This compatibility table is a vital resource for laboratories to ensure the correct selection of FrameStar® PCR plates and strips that fit their thermal cyclers, qPCR cyclers, and sequencers, thereby optimizing PCR workflows and data quality.