Absorbance 96 On-Deck Mini-Reader

Compact On-Deck Plate Reader with NIST-Traceable Validation

The Absorbance On-Deck Mini-Reader stands out as the only genuine on-deck plate reader featuring the most compact spectrophotometer available. Its exceptionally small footprint allows the Absorbance 96 Automate to fit on-deck while occupying just one SBS-position. This reader provides precise and reliable optical density (OD) measurements and is compatible with Automation Trainer’s Validation Reference Plate (VRP). The VRP can be used to assess the photometric accuracy and linearity of nearly any reader, ensuring NIST-traceability when validating GLH QC Kit results.

Easy integration

Compact SBS footprint

Varied assays

Maintenance-free

5-second read time

Reader and plate handling via single gripper

15.5 cm / in

Length

9.5 cm / in

Width

435 g / lbs

Upper hull weight

790 g / lbs

Total weight

Intuitive Software with Streamlined Navigation

The software boasts a sleek, user-friendly interface with seamless navigation and a logical layout. It avoids hidden windows and cluttered dropdown menus to minimize complexity. Its intuitive design ensures that users can grasp its functions within minutes, eliminating the need for extensive training.

GLH QC Kit Workflow

Prep Plate

Dispense the reference plate and test plate with GLH QC Reagents and mix with plate shaker.

Read Plate

Simply scan the reference plate and the test plate, whether using our GLH QC Absorbance Mini Reader or your own plate reader.

Analyze and Report

GLHTracker software streamlines the entire workflow providing quality-compliant pass/fail results and detailed data for troubleshooting and optimization.

Detection method	Absorbance
Detection mode	Endpoint, kinetic
Microplates types	96-well microplates
Light source	Up to 6 LEDs
Detector	96 Photodiodes
Wavelength selection	Example combinations (FWHM 10 nm): 450, 492, 562, 620 nm/405, 450, 540, 630 nm/492, 562, 605, 650 nm. Other filter combinations in the range of 400–1000 nm possible.
Photometric range	0.0–4.0 OD
Linearity	405 nm: ≤ 1.5 % from 0.0–2.0 OD; ≤ 3.0 % from 2.0–3.0 OD ≥ 450 nm: ≤ 1.0 % from 0.0–2.0 OD; ≤ 1.5 % from 2.0–3.0 OD
Accuracy	405 nm: ≤ 1.5 % + 0.010 OD from 0.0–2.0 OD; ≤ 3.0 % + 0.010 OD from 2.0–3.0 OD ≥ 450 nm: ≤ 1.0 % + 0.010 OD from 0.0–2.0 OD; ≤ 1.5 % + 0.010 OD from 2.0–3.0 OD
Reproducibility	≤ 0.5 % + 0.005 OD from 0.0–2.0 OD; ≤ 1 % + 0.010 OD from 2.0–3.0 OD
Resolution	0.001 OD
Read time	Down to 3 sec. at single wavelength
Data output	USB 2.0 interface with PC.
Dimensions reader	9.6 x 15.5 x 5.7 cm (W x L x H)
Dimensions SBS adapter	8.6 x 12.8 x 1.7 cm (W x L x H)
Weight reader	Upper part 435 g, lower part 355 g
Power supply	USB connection 5 V
Power consumption	2.5 Watts
Warranty	The GLH QC Kit is for laboratory research use by trained users. Determination of their suitability for specific end-use is the responsibility of the user, who assumes all liability for loss or damage arising out of the use of the product. Warranty is limited to replacement of defective materials, if returned with authorization, within 1-year of purchase date.