Accuris SmartBlue™ Transilluminators

Accuris SmartBlue™ Transilluminators have been developed for viewing DNA gels stained with new, safe fluorescent dyes.  These new dyes, such as SmartGlow™, SYBR Green, Gel Green, have an excitation wavelength of 465-470 nm (visible blue light), and are safer to use than Ethidium Bromide.

• Blue light, safe for nucleic acids
• Uniform illumination (UI Technology)
• Optimal wavelength (465nm) for common safe stains
• Adjustable position, amber filter covers
• Optional amber viewing glasses: E4000-VG1

Safer for samples, safer for you: Accuris SmartBlue™ Transilluminators are the perfect partner for the most common safe DNA stains. These instruments emit blue light at a wavelength of 465 nm, perfect for excitation of most green fluorophors, including our Accuris’ SmartGlow™, SYBR Green, SYBR Safe, SYBR Gold, GelStar, GelGreen, to name a few.  SmartBlue™ transilluminators can also work for excitation of EtBr (though fluorescence is not as bright as with UV), see our Technical Bulletin with sample images.   Exposing DNA to blue wavelength does not cause molecular damage, and results in a much higher downstream cloning efficiency as compared to even short UV light exposures.  In addition, the visible blue light is not damaging to the user’s skin and is less harmful to the eyes.*

Adjustable filter cover: Both the E4101 and SB4500 transilluminators come with emission filter covers. These amber covers, which rest above the viewing surface and gel, filter out the blue light, allowing the fluorescing DNA bands to be seen clearly.  The covers can be set to a flat position for general gel viewing or can be set at an angle to provide easy access to the gel for band excision.  The SB4500 has a two-position filter cover, and the E4101 features a hinged filter cover.

Optional amber viewing glasses: Our E4000-VG1 SmartBlue™ Plus Viewing Glasses offer efficient blocking of the blue light wavelength from the transilluminators, allowing clear visualization of the fluorescing DNA bands without the filter cover in place.  These convenient glasses are recommended for users that are frequently excising DNA bands from gels.  SmartBlue™ Plus glasses also block 100% of UV wavelength so they can also be used for viewing gels on a UV transilluminator.

UI technology, bright and clear images: The bright LED light plates and filter layer provides an extremely evenly lit viewing surface. Even in ambient light, bands of DNA can clearly be seen in stained gels. Images obtained using the SmartBlue™ Transilluminator are brighter and more balanced than those obtained using epi-illuminators which light from the sides.

Reliable, durable, and long-lasting: An array of super bright LEDs with a long, 30,000 hour service life provide the light source for the SmartBlue™ Transilluminators. Unlike those in a UV transilluminator, the filters in the SmartBlue™ systems will not solarize and degrade in performance over time. Gel bands can be excised directly on the scratch resistant, glass viewing surfaces. To save energy, the power switch includes an automatic 5 minute shutoff. SmartBlue™ Transilluminators are covered by a 2 year warranty.

* SmartBlue™ products use high intensity LED lights.  Although the visible blue wavelength is significantly safer than UV light, it is recommended to not stare directly at the viewing surface without the amber cover in place. 

Specifications 

Light Source	High Intensity Blue LEDs
Emission Filter Cover	Amber
Wavelength	Peak at 465 nm
E4000 Viewing Surface	17 x 12 cm
E4000 Ext. Dimensions	30.5 x 21.5 x 5 cm
E4101 Viewing Surface	10.5 x 10.5 cm
E4101 Ext. Dimensions	17 x 12 x 5 cm
Electrical	100 to  240V, 50-60Hz
E4000 Weight	1.2kg / 2.6lbs
E4101 Weight	0.34kg / 0.75lbs
Warranty	2 years

 
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Adjustable Well Plate Stand

Achieves accurate pipetting by allowing the flexibility to adjust the angle of the microplate (45° max. tilt). The stand takes up little benchtop space measuring only 6 x 4.5 x 2.5 In. (D x W x H).

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LabValues 2025 Promo!

For a limited time, enjoy special pricing on select Labnet Enduro™ Power Supplies!

(E0303, E0203)

 

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Offer cannot be combined with other discounts or institutional pricing.
Offer not valid on previous purchases. Promo valid from 7/15/25 to 12/31/25 or while supplies last.

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ENDURO™ Power Supply 

• Two models (300V and 250V) available
• For DNA, RNA, or protein electrophoresis, and blotting applications
• Constant voltage or constant current with automatic crossover
• 250 V model also offers a constant power operating mode
• Timed or continuous operation
• Short circuit and over current/ over voltage protection
• No load and load change detection system
• Programming includes option for automatic recovery after power failure
• 3 year warranty

The new Enduro™ Power Supplies meet a wide range of applications including DNA, RNA, and protein electrophoresis, blotting, and many others. Two models are available with voltage ranges to 300 V and current ranges to 3000 mA. Operating modes include constant voltage or constant current with automatic crossover. In addition, the 250V model offers a constant power operating mode.

All parameters, including voltage, current, power (250 V model only), and time are easily set using the membrane keypad and displayed digitally on the back lit LCD. Compact in design with a small footprint, the Enduro™ Power Supplies are also stackable to save space. For easy viewing and setting of parameters on the bench or on a shelf, the front of the power supply can be raised with the integral folding feet.

Specifications

Multi-colored 96 Well Orienter

For easy identification of samples in microplates, vertically or horizontally oriented bright colors make it easy to distinguish between columns. Fits most standard flat and round bottom 96-well plates. Available in horizontal and vertical orientations.
 

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LabValues 2025 Promo!

For a limited time, enjoy special pricing on Labnet Enduro™ UV Transilluminators!

 

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Offer cannot be combined with other discounts or institutional pricing.
Offer not valid on previous purchases. Promo valid from 7/15/25 to 12/31/25 or while supplies last.

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Enduro™ UV Transilluminators

This brand is being discontinued and will only be available while supplies last.

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Bullseye DNA SafeStain,10,000x 

• Safest DNA stain by far
• Replaces EthBr in agarose gel electrophoresis
• Detection of DNA and RNA
• Excitation at 290 nm & 490 nm
• Emission at 530 nm

DNA SafeStain is a new and safe nucleic acid stain for visualization of double-stranded DNA, single-stranded DNA, and RNA in agarose gels. The dyes are developed to replace toxic ethidium bromide (EthBr, a potent mutagen), commonly used in gel electrophoresis for visualization of nucleic acids in agarose gels. DNA SafeStain is non-carcinogenic by the Ames-test. The results are negative in both the mouse marrow chromophilous erthrocyte micronucleus and mouse spermary spermatocyte chromosomal aberration tests.

DNA SafeStain emits green fluorescence when bound to DNA. It has two excitation wavelength peaks when bound to nucleic acid, at 290nm and 490nm and the emission can be detected at 530nm.

Storage:
Store under dark at 4°C or room temperature.

User Instruction: 
DNA SafeStain can be used in the exact same way as EtBr in agarose gel electrophoresis. For example, add 100µl to 1 liter of 1X running buffer (1xTAE or 1x TBE), and use this DNA SafeStain containing buffer to make the agarose gel and run the gel.

Special Notes: 
1. For best results, dilute the DNA SafeStain 1:10,000 in your gel running buffer and use this dye-containing running buffer to make your agarose gel and to run the gel.

2. As is the case with EtBr; add more DNA SafeStain, if brighter DNA bands are desired. To view the results, any conventional DNA gel viewing light box or gel documentation system should work well with the DNA SafeStain; although, using a LED light instead of a UV light source is preferred due to the harmful nature of UV light.

This Product is For Research Use Only

*For the proper disposal of this product, follow University or Company Guidelines.

 Bullseye Individual dNTP's

• Ready-to-use molecular grade dNTP solution for use in DNA polymerization, DNA labeling and sequencing processes
• High purity: >98% by HPLC
• Supplied in solution at pH 7.5
• dNTPs are stable at -20°C, avoid multiple freeze/thawing (For long-term usage, aliquoting is recommended)
• Functionally tested with thermostable polymerases

• Mix of dATP, dCTP, dGTP, dTTP
• Each nucleotide is at a concentration of 100 mM
• Ready-to-use molecular grade dNTP solution for use in DNA polymerization, DNA labelling and sequencing processes
• High purity: > 98% by HPLC
• Supplied in solution at pH 7.5
• dNTPs are stable at - 20°C, avoid multiple freeze/thawing (For long-term usage, aliquoting is recommended)
• Functionally tested with thermostable polymerases 

dNTP SET

(dATP, dCTP, dGTP, dTTP)

100 mM

This brand is being discontinued and will only be available while supplies last.
 

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Bullseye DNA Safe Stain Plus

• Higher sensitivity
• Use in the same way as EtBr in agarose gel electrophoresis
• Detection of DNA and RNA
• Safest DNA stain by far
• Low cost
• 10,000X
• Excitation wavelengths at 290nm and 490nm

DNA SafeStain Plus is a highly sensitive green fluorescent DNA/RNA staining reagent for detecting nucleic acids in agarose and polyacrylamide gels. This unique stain gives high sensitivity for detection of double-stranded or single-stranded DNA and RNA. Gels can be post-stained or the stain can be added to gels during gel casting or to the gel running buffer. DNA SafeStain Plus has two excitation wavelength peaks at about 290nm and 490nm, and an emission wavelength at 530nm, making it compatible with a standard UV light box, a blue-light transilluminator, or a gel reader equipped with visible light excitation; such as, a 488 nm laser-based gel scanner.

DNA SafeStain Plus is in a 10,000X concentrated format that can be easily diluted 10,000 times for use in precast gel staining, or 5,000 times for use in post gel staining.

• Pre-optimized ready-to-use PCR reagents
• Less pipetting to avoid contamination
• Quick and easy to set up
• Direct loading for electrophoresis
• Reproducible results

Users only need to add templates and primers, and water if needed. Extra 25 mM magnesium solution is also provided for additional fine adjustments. The Red Mixes contain a non-hazardous inert red dye. The purple mixes contain a non-hazardous inert purple dye. Completed PCR reactions utilizing the D124-R (red dye) or D124-P (purple dye) can be directly loaded into a well of agarose gel or other gels, for electrophoresis. No extra loading buffer is needed.

Storage: 4°C for up to one month, or -20°C for long term storage.

Magnesium Chloride: In general, 1.5 mM MgCl2 is recommended; this may vary with different conditions and primer sets. Some primers/templates may require adjustments for MgCl2 concentration, which can be achieved as shown below:

Directions for use: For a 50 uL reaction, use 25 uL of the Taq Master Mix, add template, primers, and water to a final volume of 50 uL. Cycling conditions vary for different templates and primers. To start with, try 30 cycles as follows: denature at 94°C for 30 seconds, anneal around 55°C for 30 seconds, and extend at 72°C for 1 minute / kb. After the PCR cycles, extend at 72°C for another five minutes to complete the PCR. Then store the reaction at 4°C.

1x Composition: 10 mM KCl, 20 mM Tris HCl (pH 9.0), 16 mM (NH4)2SO4, 0.1% Triton X-100, 1.5 mM MgCl2, 200 mM dNTPs, 2.5 units / 25 uL of Taq DNA polymerase, (optional: trace amount of red or purple dye) and enzyme stabilizers.
 

StripSpin™ 12 Mini Centrifuge has been discontinued. A replacement model (C2248) can be found here.

StripSpin™ 12 Mini Centrifuge

• Unique rotor for 12-strip PCR tubes
• Also can be used with 8-strip and individual PCR tubes
• Starts and Stops with opening/closing the lid
• Tiny benchtop footprint and affordability
• Place a StripSpin at the bench, thermal cycler & water bath for convenience.

Specifications: