SmartReader™ 96 Microplate Absorbance Reader , 115V vs SmartReader™ UV-Vis Microplate Absorbance Reader , 115V
Which should you choose?
- ▸If budget is the priority, SmartReader™ 96 Microplate Absorbance Reader , 115V is the lower-cost option; SmartReader™ UV-Vis Microplate Absorbance Reader , 115V lists higher and typically adds capability or capacity.
Specifications side by side
| Spec | SmartReader™ 96 Microplate | SmartReader™ UV-Vis Microplate |
|---|---|---|
| Detector | Photodiode | Photodiode |
| Power input | 115 V (MR9600) or 230 V (MR9600-E) — discrete variants | AC 100–240 V universal, 50–60 Hz |
| Light source | Xenon flash lamp | High-energy xenon flash lamp |
| Plate format | 96-well (primary supported format) | — |
| Measurement mode | Visible-spectrum absorbance | UV-Vis Absorbance |
| Wavelength range | Visible spectrum (refer to current Accuris brochure for exact lower bound; sub-340 nm UV is the MR9610 step-up) | 200 – 1,000 nm |
| Bandwidth, accuracy | Per Accuris specification (consult brochure) | — |
| Resolution | — | 0.0001 OD |
| Plate formats | — | 6-well through 384-well |
| Absorbance range | — | 0.0 – 4.0 OD |
| Bandwidth (FWHM) | — | > 2.5 nm |
| Wavelength accuracy | — | ± 2 nm |
| Wavelength repeatability | — | 0.2 nm |
Highlighted rows differ. Specs are sourced from manufacturer documentation.
FAQ
- What's the difference between the SmartReader™ 96 Microplate Absorbance Reader , 115V and the SmartReader™ UV-Vis Microplate Absorbance Reader , 115V?
- The main differences are in Detector, Power input, Light source. The table above shows every spec side by side; the decision guide highlights which fits which use case.
- Which should I buy?
- If budget is the priority, SmartReader™ 96 Microplate Absorbance Reader , 115V is the lower-cost option; SmartReader™ UV-Vis Microplate Absorbance Reader , 115V lists higher and typically adds capability or capacity.
- Do both carry a warranty?
- Yes — both are sold through Legacy Lab Supplies as an authorized distributor and carry full manufacturer warranty.
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