BMG microplate reader

The BMG Labtech Omega family of multifunction microplate readers feature high resolution and full UV/visible spectrometer-based absorbance. This family of readers combines all of the speed, sensitivity and flexibility needed for life science applications and research.

The Omega line is made up of four models: the Spectrostar Omega, a spectrophotometer; the Lumistar Omega, a luminometer; the Fluostar Omega, a multidetection reader (fluorescence, time-resolved fluorescence, luminescence and absorbance); and the Polarstar Omega, a multidetection reader with additional simultaneous dual emission and fluorescence polarisation mode. Due to the absolute modular concept of the Omega family of readers, the Spectrostar Omega and the Lumistar Omega are entirely upgradeable to a multidetection microplate reader whenever the need for fluorescence-based experiments arrives.

The Omega readers are fast, reading a 384-well plate in less than 15 s. In addition, the Omega series offers a number of features: integrated injectors with direct access to the measurement position; photometric spectral scans; top and bottom reading; well scanning; temperature control up to 60°C; shaking; stacker and robot compatibility; and a gas vent connection to support all major types of cell-based assays.

The technical innovations of the reader series include extensive upgradeability, as well as the capability of capturing a full absorbance spectrum (220-850 nm) in 1 s per well, at a resolution of 1 nm. Furthermore, a UV-enhanced flashlamp and high-speed plate shaking are available.

The Omega series of microplate readers include a software package, including proprietary evaluation software. This evaluation software displays and analyses endpoint, kinetic and spectral data through comprehensive data reduction algorithms and various curve fitting options. It is compatible with the Windows Vista operating system and is fully compliant with FDA regulation 21 CFR part 11.