Molecular Devices SpectraMax Paradigm Multi-Mode Microplate Reader

The Molecular Devices SpectraMax Paradigm Multi-Mode Microplate Reader is a flexible benchtop detection platform for laboratories running absorbance, fluorescence, luminescence, and advanced microplate assays. Its modular cartridge-based design makes it well suited for assay development, screening workflows, core facilities, and surplus lab equipment buyers looking for a configurable plate reader with established SoftMax Pro software support.

Key Features & Benefits

• Modular detection-cartridge architecture allows the reader to be configured for different assay technologies.
• Supports common microplate reader applications including endpoint, kinetic, spectral, and cell-based assays depending on installed modules.
• Compatible with Molecular Devices SoftMax Pro Software for instrument control, data collection, analysis, and export.
• Benchtop format fits research labs, screening groups, assay development teams, and shared instrumentation spaces.
• Temperature control and plate shaking support workflows requiring controlled assay conditions.
• Useful for laboratories seeking a surplus multi-mode microplate reader with expandable detection capabilities.

Specifications

• Measurement type: multi-mode microplate assay detection
• Detection modes: absorbance, fluorescence intensity, luminescence, time-resolved fluorescence, fluorescence polarization, and AlphaScreen/AlphaLISA detection when configured with compatible cartridges
• Optics: modular detection-cartridge system with user-installable assay cartridges
• Sample format compatibility: SBS/ANSI-format microplates
• Incubation capability: temperature-controlled plate chamber
• Shaking capability: onboard plate shaking
• Software compatibility: SoftMax Pro Software
• Automation capability: compatible with robotic plate-handling workflows when configured for automation integration