Biotek Epoch Microplate Spectrophotometer (ELISA Reader)

Biotek Epoch is a microplate spectrophotometer that performs absorbance measurements across a wide wavelength range without requiring filters, thanks to its monochromator-based optical design. It is a practical and low-maintenance system for laboratories conducting ELISA analyses, nucleic acid quantification, and protein measurements.

The instrument supports multiple reading modes including endpoint, kinetic, wavelength scan, and well area scan; compatible with 6 to 384-well microplates. With the optional Take3 Micro-Volume Plate, UV-Vis measurements are possible with sample volumes as low as 2 µL per well. The combination of xenon flash light source and photodiode detector enables wavelength selection in 1 nm increments across the 200-999 nm range.

Controlled by Gen5 Data Analysis Software, Epoch offers simple programming and powerful data analysis capabilities; optional Gen5 Secure provides 21 CFR Part 11 compliance. An 'R' configuration compatible with BioStack and third-party automation systems is available. This model, which lacks temperature control and shaking features, is positioned as a cost-effective alternative for fundamental absorbance measurement requirements.

Technical Specifications

Applications

• ELISA absorbance measurements
• Nucleic acid quantification (micro-volume with Take3)
• Protein concentration measurement
• Kinetic and endpoint absorbance assays
• Spectral analysis requiring wavelength scanning