The FastGene® NanoSpec Photometer is a compact microvolume UV-Vis spectrophotometer characterised by highest user-friendliness.
It enables fast and easy quantification and analysis of nucleic acids and proteins by UV-Vis absorption spectrophotometry.
Integrating a microvolume sample measuring mode and a cuvette measuring mode, the measurement of a wide concentration range is enabled.
You can easily set over 20 measuring modes.
Best device performance
and versatile quantitative analysis (e.g., dsDNA, ssDNA, RNA, lysozyme, BSA, OD600) due to full spectrum analysis (190 nm–850 nm)
Extended use
for protein measurement and cell counting due to the cuvette mode
Sample-saving
due to microvolume mode (1–2 µL sample volume)
Convenient utility
due to an intuitive menu and user-specific workspace after individual login
Clean workplace
due to glove-compatible LCD touch-screen
Highest reliability
in results due to 20 pre-configurated measuring modes ensuring secure utilization
Cost-saving
due to integrated control unit and extensive application options
Flexible usability
e.g., in training laboratories, due to a small footprint of about DINA4-size (21,6 cm x 29 cm) and light weight (3.0 kg)
Comfortable and safe data management
due to alternative saving at the device and transfer via USB flash drive
Reduced application time
due to short measurement times (<8 sec), a series-measurement function, and no need for a lamp warming-up
Full spectral analysis
The FastGene® NanoSpec measures the absorption spectrum UV-VIS (190 nm–850 nm) in seconds using by array type spectrophotometer technology with Xenon lamp and CMOS sensor (2048 pixels).
Measurement modes and configuration
The designated factor of each of the 20 pre-configurated measurement modes is set as the default value, so that no adjustment is needed.
*The input mode (‘Customize’) is provided to allow the users to set a factor value which is different from the default to enable maximal flexibility and specificity.
Software and menu navigation
The menu navigation of the FastGene® NanoSpec is very simple and intuitive. The >20 preconfigurated measuring modes can directly be selected.
The input mode (‘Customize’) is provided to allow the users to set a factor value which is different from the default.
Nucleic acid tab:
Protein UV tab:
Protein assay tab:
More applications tab:
Statement
“The FastGene® NanoSpec Photometer is characterized by its simple and intuitive operation system. The desired measurement protocol can be found quickly using the touchscreen and the good menu navigation. The Droplet has an automatic mode, which means that many samples can be measured very quickly without having to make settings again.”
Dr. Manuel Franke
Head of Research and Development
NIPPON Genetics EUROPE
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Product comparison
The FastGene® photometers NanoView (FG-NP01) and NanopSpec (FG-NP02) are microvolume photometers for easy and reliable biolmolecule (nucleic acids and proteins) analysis. Both photometers include a microvolume reader and cuvette holder, glove-compatible touchscreen and convenient user interface.
FastGene® NanoSpec: Full spectrum Xenon flash lamp: 190-850 nm (microvolume and cuvette reader) FastGene® NanoView: Three different wavelength LEDs: 260 nm, 280 nm (microvolume reader), 600 nm (cuvette reader)
Nucleic acid analysis (dsDNA, ssDNA, RNA), colorimetric protein analysis (BCA, Bradford, Lowry), cell density (OD600), kinetic tests, etc.
Nucleic acid analysis (dsDNA, ssDNA, RNA), protein analysis whose absorption varies depending on the concentration at 260 nm or 280 nm (BSA, IgG), cell density (OD600)
The measurable maximum concentration of the NanoSpec and the NanoView Photometer differs (NanoView: 2,000 ng/µL, NanoSpec: 16,500 ng/µL in dsDNA measurement, for example). What is the reason for the differences between the two systems?
The difference in the maximum measurable concentration is due to the specifications of the light source and detector. The dynamic measurement ranges of the two systems due to several factors: minimum path length and linearity range, etc.
Model
Maximum concentration
Factor for dsDNA
Maximum absorbance
Minimum path length
Maximum Optical Density
NanoSpec Photometer
16,500 ng/µL
50
330
0.05
1.65
NanoView Photometer
2,000 ng/µL
50
40
0.1
0.4
As indicated in the table above, the value of 16,500 ng/µL in the NanoSpec means an optical density of 1.65. The NanoSpec Photometr is designed to achieve the goal of measuring up to 1.85 OD with a high quality source and detector as normal PDA type spectrophotometers. However, the NanoView Photometer has a relatively lower maximum linearity performance due to the limitations of the source and detector.
Does the photometer show a warning on the display if the measured sample has an extreme concentration that is above the limit value?
There is no warning regarding the maximum value, but the system displays the maximum saturated value.
What about the solvent compatibility of the NanoSpec photometer? Will chlorophyll extracts in acetone and chloroform damage the sample compartment when using the base?
Organic solvents such as acetone and chloroform are highly volatile and cannot be loaded on the pedestal, so experiments cannot be performed using the pedestal. In addition, if the solvent falls on or gets onto the black rubber around the pedestal, it may damage the rubber. The solvent that can be used with the pedestal is an aqueous solution. Organic solvents are difficult to use. It is recommend to use the cuvette mode for measuring these samples.
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