# FastGene Blue LED Illuminator --- url: https://www.nippongenetics.eu/en/products/gel-documentation/transilluminators/blue-led/fastgene-led-illuminator/ language: en type: product modified: 2026-01-05T10:00:56+01:00 --- ## Illuminator ## Product Details - **SKU**: FG-05 - **Stock status**: instock - **Categories**: Gel Documentation, Transilluminators, Blue LED - **Tags**: Blue LED illuminator, no DNA damage - Strong Illuminator with LED technology for DNA/RNA visualisation in agarose gels. - Compatible with regular DNA staining dyes, like [MIDORI Green](https://www.nippongenetics.eu/en/product-category/electrophoresis-dna-rna/nucleic-acid-stains/) or Sybr stains. ### Details NIPPON Genetics introduced this LED based transilluminator for the detection of DNA/RNA molecules. Blue light LEDs are as sensitive as UV light but they won’t damage the DNA separated in an agarose gel and protect your skin and eyes. These LED instruments were developed for the use of non ethidium bromide dyes like SYBR Green, SYBR Safe, [MIDORI Green](https://www.nippongenetics.eu/en/product-category/electrophoresis-dna-rna/nucleic-acid-stains/) and others. There is an application note available describing the difference in cloning efficiency by using UV light or Blue LED light (see **Documents**). Now it’s becoming easy to excise your DNA fragment out of gels. You don’t need to wear glasses. Switch the LEDs on, detect your band and excise your DNA fragment with our [Agarose Gel Band Cutter](https://www.nippongenetics.eu/en/product/fastgene-agarose-gel-band-cutter/). Your DNA won’t be damaged. You can use ethidium bromide as well as other dyes for staining. We prefer to use our Midori Green ([Advance](https://www.nippongenetics.eu/en/produkte/electrophoresis-dna-rna/nucleic-acid-stains/midori-green-advance/) / [Direct](https://www.nippongenetics.eu/en/produkte/electrophoresis-dna-rna/nucleic-acid-stains/midori-green-direct/) / [Xtra](https://www.nippongenetics.eu/en/produkte/electrophoresis-dna-rna/nucleic-acid-stains/midori-green-xtra/)) stains as a non carcinogenic – less mutagenic alternative to Ethidium Bromide. Additionally, the lifetime of LEDs is 5 times longer in comparison to UV light. ### Specifications Dimensions (mm)210 mm x 210 mm x 30 mmViewing surface (mm)120 mm x 70 mmWavelenght (nm)470 nmAmber filterAmber filter shield with metal frameLED arrangementsMatrix for 2 side illumniationLED lifetime50.000 hoursPower24 V DC 1 A power adaptorGel size compatibility110 x 60, 55 x 60 , mini gelsWeight2.3 kgCE labeledYESEuropean plugYES### Documents ##### Manual [Manual – FastGene Blue LED Illuminator (FG-05)](https://www.nippongenetics.eu/app/uploads/fg-05-fastgene-blue-led-illuminator-manual.pdf) [Application Note](https://www.nippongenetics.eu/app/uploads/2017/01/Application-Note-Influences-of-UV-light-on-cloning-efficiency-1.pdf) ### FAQ #### What is the difference between an Illuminator and a Transilluminator? We use the name Illuminator if the light source is coming from aside, whereas in a Transilluminator the light source comes from the bottom – normally signal intensity will be higher if you use a Transilluminator. ### Reviews There are no reviews yet. Only logged in customers may leave a review.