Description

New mini16 portable thermal cycler from miniPCR™

The ultimate miniPCR™ thermal cycler with 16-well PCR capacity in a tiny footprint

Superior PCR performance Bluetooth and USB enabled * Compatible with all major OS*

Complete programming flexbility Designed, engineered, built in USA*

FULLY CONNECTED:

USB and Bluetooth
Both hard-wired USB and wireless connectivity.

COMPATIBLE WITH MAJOR OS
Works with Windows, Mac, iPads, iPhones, Chromebook, and Android.

FLEX PROGRAMMING
Flex mode allows for multi-step unlimited programs and touchdown PCR.

BATCH PROGRAMMING
Full control of multiple miniPCR™ machines from a single device.
Outperforming
Better PCR results, 16 times

ROBUST AND RELIABLE
Better amplification, every time.

SMALL BUT SPACIOUS
Holds two 8-tube strips or 16 individual PCR tubes.

COMPATIBLE WITH STANDARD PCR
Same reagents and consumables as other PCR assays.

PEER-REVIEWED QUALITY
Professional results.

NO BREAKABLE PELTIER ELEMENTS
Smart thermal cycling components rated to 490,000 hours’ use.

TRUSTED TECHNOLOGY
miniPCR™ is the trusted name in miniaturized PCR machines that revolutionized access to molecular biology.

RELIABLE IN LABS AND CLASSROOMS
Easy, affordable, fast, and engaging.

REAL-WORLD RELEVANT
Read real-world case studies by scientists and educators using miniPCR™.
Engaging
Interactive and transparent. Not a black box.

INTERACTIVE APP

Visualize and understand DNA amplification.
Easily create, program, share and monitor experiments.

INTERACTIVE DESIGN

Transparent, luminous, and engaging.

INTERACTIVE FEATURES
1-to-1 interactivity with your own device.

UNLIMITED PROGRAMMING

PCR cycling, Linear Ramp, Heat Block
FLEX programming mode with Touchdown PCR
BATCH programming of many mini16 from one device

FULL CONNECTIVITY: BRING YOUR OWN DEVICE

    Windows and Mac computers
    Android phones/tablets
    iPhones/iPads

Portable
Limitless science

GO PLACES
Take your science with you, wherever you may roam.

POWER UP
3hours PCR run time with optional miniPCR™ Power Pack.

BREAK BOUNDARIES
Compatible with downstream workflows including Sanger and nanopore sequencing.

Photo of miniPCR in the Ecuador jungle courtesy of Aaron Pomerantz.

Technical specifications

Sample format: 16 x 0.2ml PCR tubes (8-strip compatible)
Max Heating Ramp Rate: 3°C / sec
Heated Lid: Independent lid heater up to 120°C, PID control
Max Cooling Ramp Rate: 2°C / sec
Program Sharing and Backup: Unlimited libraries, .plf file
Temperature control: Resistive Heating; assisted cooling
Device Connectivity: Dual USB and Bluetooth Low-Energy (BLE)
Programming Modes: PCR, Linear Ramp, Heat Block, and FLEX

Control System: Embedded thermistors, adaptive PID algorithm
Temperature Range: Ambient – 99°C
Dimensions: 2″ x 5″ x 4″ (5.1 cm x 12.7 cm x 10.2 cm)
Weight: 1 lb. (450 g) approx.
Internal Memory: Stores programs in RAM memory
Power Supply: AC 100-240V, 50-60hz, 90W
Battery: Optional Li-Ion miniPCR™ Power Pack
Adjustable Lid: Compatible with flat or domed caps