SmartReader 96 Microplate Absorbance Reader with Incubation, 115 V vs SmartReader™ UV-Vis Microplate Absorbance Reader, 115V
Which should you choose?
- ▸If budget is the priority, SmartReader 96 Microplate Absorbance Reader with Incubation, 115 V 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Class | Capital — microplate absorbance reader with incubation | — |
| Voltage | 115 V | — |
| Plate format | 96-well | — |
| Incubation module | Built-in temperature-controlled plate incubation (operator-set temperature; supports 37 °C biological temperature and other temperature ranges per workflow) | — |
| Wavelength filter family | 28+ filters spanning 340 nm UV to 750 nm near-IR (same family as base chassis) | — |
| Detector | — | Photodiode |
| Resolution | — | 0.0001 OD |
| Power input | — | AC 100–240 V universal, 50–60 Hz |
| Light source | — | High-energy xenon flash lamp |
| Plate formats | — | 6-well through 384-well |
| Absorbance range | — | 0.0 – 4.0 OD |
| Bandwidth (FWHM) | — | > 2.5 nm |
| Measurement mode | — | UV-Vis Absorbance |
| Wavelength range | — | 200 – 1,000 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 with Incubation, 115 V and the SmartReader™ UV-Vis Microplate Absorbance Reader, 115V?
- The main differences are in Class, Voltage, Plate format. 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 with Incubation, 115 V 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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