| Microplate types | 96/48 -well plate |
| Photodetector | Silicon Photodiode |
| Light source | 8V/50W Controlled tungsten halogen lamp or LED light |
| Wavelength range | 400nm to 800nm |
| Standard filters | 405,450,492,630nm and 4 optional |
| Reading range | 0.000 to 4.000A |
| Resolution | 0.001A |
| Accuracy | ±0.008A |
| Reproducibility | ≤0.2% |
| Stability | ±0.003A |
| Shaking | Linear Shaking, 3 speeds |
| Printer | Built-in thermal printer, optional external printer |
| Interface connections | 2×USB, 1×RS232 |
| Power supply | 100 to 240V, 50 to 60Hz |
Our Microplate Reader is ideal for ELISA assays, clinical diagnostics, biomedical research, pharmaceutical analysis, food safety testing, and quality control in laboratories requiring precise absorbance measurements and high-throughput sample processing.
Labtron Microplate Readers have multiple wells (commonly 48, 96, 384, or 1536) that serve as small test tubes. These are used to detect biological, chemical, or physical events in samples within microtiter plates. Our advanced models offer a range of wavelengths, allowing users to customize the absorbance or fluorescence measurements according to specific requirements. With their high sensitivity and dynamic range, they are capable of detecting very low and high signals. They come with specialized software for controlling the reader, setting up protocols, and analyzing the collected data. To ensure that reagents and samples are well-mixed before measurement, our microplate readers include shaking or stirring functions.








The Microplate Reader is compatible with 96-well and 48-well microplates, providing flexibility for various testing needs. This allows users to run a wide range of assays without needing multiple instruments. Both microplate formats are commonly used in clinical and research laboratories. The reader’s design ensures precise alignment for accurate measurements. It also supports standard plate dimensions, making it easy to integrate into existing workflows.
It is widely used for ELISA assays, clinical diagnostics, biomedical research, pharmaceutical analysis, food safety testing, and quality control. The device’s versatility makes it suitable for both routine laboratory testing and advanced research applications. It enables accurate quantification of biological and chemical samples in various industries. Its high sensitivity and reliability help ensure consistent and reproducible results. Additionally, it supports a broad range of assay types, enhancing laboratory productivity.
Yes, the reader supports both single and dual wavelength modes for enhanced analytical precision. Dual wavelength measurement helps correct background interference, improving result accuracy. This feature is especially useful in assays where sample turbidity or color may affect readings. The flexibility to switch between modes allows adaptation to various assay requirements. It ensures reliable data across a wide range of testing protocols.
A Microplate Reader, commonly called as plate reader or plate spectrophotometer, is an analytical instrument that reads or detects the physical, chemical, and biological events of the analyte, within the wells of the plate. It has numerous tiny wells where the sample analyte is introduced for analysis.
A standard spectrophotometer measures the absorbance of one sample at a time. The sample is typically placed in a cuvette through which light is sent horizontally. An absorbance plate reader offers higher throughput and can measure the absorbance of samples in microplates (typically 96-well or even 384-well) by sending light through each well vertically.
Microplate-based measurements detect light signals produced by a sample, converted by a sample, or transmitted through a sample. In the plate reader, the signal is measured by a detector, usually a photomultiplier tube (PMT). PMTs convert photons into electricity that is then quantified by the microplate reader. The output of this process is numbers by which a sample is quantified.
Tungsten-halogen or xenon flash lamps are generally used. LEDs have also come into the picture in some modern readers.
The detection technology can be of 3 types- Monochromator based detection which provides flexibility, convenience, and spectral scanning; Filter based detection which enables rapid switch between different wavelengths; Hybrid detection which has dual technological advantage of both flexibility and sensitivity.
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