Bio-Rad CFX96 Touch Real-Time PCR System

The CFX96 Touch System is a powerful, precise, and flexible real-time PCR detection system. This six-channel (five colors and one FRET channel) real-time PCR instrument combines advanced optical technology with precise temperature control to deliver sensitive, reliable detection for singlexplex or multiplex reactions.

Quickly set up runs and monitor amplification traces in real time on the integrated LCD touch screen, or use the included CFX Maestro Software to easily and intuitively design your experiment and analyze results from a connected computer. With up to five-target detection, unsurpassed thermal cycler performance, unrivaled stand-alone functionality, and powerful yet easy-to-use software, the CFX96 Touch System is designed to advance your qPCR.

Maximum ramp rate: 5°C/sec

Average ramp rate: 3.3°C/sec

Lid temperature: Heats up to 105°C

Temperature range: 0 – 100°C

Temperature accuracy (at 90°C): ±0.2°C

Temperature uniformity (at 90°C): ±0.4°C, within 10 sec/well-to-well 

Gradient operational range: 30 – 100°C

Gradient programmable span: 1 – 24°C

Excitation: 6 filtered LEDs

Detection: 6 filtered photodiodes

Range of excitation/emission wavelengths: 450 – 730 nm

Sensitivity: Detects 1 copy of target sequence in human genomic DNA

Dynamic range: 10 orders of magnitude

Scan time all channels: 12 sec

Scan time FAM/SYBR Green only: 3 sec

Sample size: 1 – 50 µl (10 – 25 µl recommended)

Dimensions (WxDxH): 330 x 460 x 360 mm

Weight: 21 kg