Turbo™ 2D Gradient Thermal Cycler, 115V vs Benchmark TC9639 Thermal Cycler with 384-Well Block, 115 V
Which should you choose?
- ▸If budget is the priority, Benchmark TC9639 Thermal Cycler with 384-Well Block, 115 V is the lower-cost option; Turbo™ 2D Gradient Thermal Cycler, 115V lists higher and typically adds capability or capacity.
- ▸Different manufacturers (Benchmark Scientific vs Accuris), both carry full manufacturer warranty through us.
Specifications side by side
| Spec | Turbo™ 2D Gradient | Benchmark TC9639 Thermal |
|---|---|---|
| Display | Large full-color touchscreen | — |
| Storage | Unlimited program storage; public folders, password-protected folders, or USB flash drive transfer | — |
| Heated lid | Yes — fully adjustable | — |
| Block format | Multi-format: 96 × 0.2 mL tubes or strips, 39 × 0.5 mL tubes, or 96-well plate | — |
| Program input | Program Wizard (single-screen guided protocol setup) + virtual keyboard for alphanumeric naming | — |
| Gradient capability | 2D gradient — temperature gradient in two dimensions across the block | — |
| Programming features | Time and temperature increments per step; adjustable ramp rates | — |
| Glove-compatible operation | Touchscreen works with gloves on | — |
| Type | — | Thermal cycler with 384-well plate block |
| Class | — | Capital — thermal cycler |
| Power supply | — | Universal 75–275 V, 50/60 Hz |
| Communication | — | USB, LAN, RS232 |
| Maximum ramp rate | — | 4 °C/second |
| Accuracy / uniformity | — | ±0.2 °C / ±0.2 °C |
| Sample block capacity | — | 1 × 384-well plate per cycle (4× the per-cycle throughput of the 96-well multi-format block) |
| Heated lid temperature | — | 30 - 112°C user adjustable |
| Temperature control range | — | 0 - 100°C |
| Sister SKU (multi-format block) | — | T5000-96 ($6,535) — accepts 96-well tube/strip/plate workflows |
Highlighted rows differ. Specs are sourced from manufacturer documentation.
FAQ
- What's the difference between the Turbo™ 2D Gradient Thermal Cycler, 115V and the Benchmark TC9639 Thermal Cycler with 384-Well Block, 115 V?
- The main differences are in Display, Storage, Heated lid. 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, Benchmark TC9639 Thermal Cycler with 384-Well Block, 115 V is the lower-cost option; Turbo™ 2D Gradient Thermal Cycler, 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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