Thermo Scientific BioMate 160 UV-Visible Spectrophotometer

The Thermo Scientific BioMate 160 UV-Visible Spectrophotometer is a benchtop UV-Vis system designed for life science laboratories that need straightforward absorbance measurements for nucleic acids, proteins, cell culture work, and routine spectrophotometry. Its application-focused workflow, compact footprint, and standalone operation make it a practical choice for scientists sourcing surplus lab equipment for molecular biology, biochemistry, and teaching lab use.

Key Features & Benefits

• Designed for UV-Visible absorbance measurements in life science and general laboratory workflows
• Suitable for nucleic acid quantitation, protein analysis, cell density measurements, kinetics, and wavelength scanning applications
• Benchtop format fits easily into space-conscious academic, biotech, clinical research, and quality control labs
• Integrated user interface supports routine operation without requiring a dedicated computer
• Cuvette-based sample handling supports common liquid sample workflows
• Preconfigured life science methods help streamline frequently used biomolecular assays
• Useful replacement or supplemental spectrophotometer for labs expanding UV-Vis measurement capacity with surplus instrumentation

Specifications

• Measurement type: UV-Visible absorbance spectrophotometry
• Detection method: UV-Visible light absorbance and transmittance measurement
• Wavelength range: 190 nm to 1100 nm
• Spectral bandwidth: 2 nm
• Light source: xenon flash lamp
• Sample format compatibility: cuvettes for liquid samples