The PR1001-S is the trial / sample-size SKU of the Accuris standard Taq 2X master mix family — 5-reaction pack for first-use evaluation of the master mix format before committing to the larger production-scale packs (PR1001-200 at $94 / PR1001-1000). At $7.65 list price, the sample SKU enables labs to validate the standard Taq master mix performance on their specific PCR target — particularly important for labs evaluating whether to switch from the PR1000 standalone Taq workflow (multi-tube setup) to the PR1001 master mix workflow (single-tube setup).
Key Specifications
| SKU | PR1001-S |
| Type | Sample / trial pack — Accuris standard Taq 2X master mix |
| Pack quantity | 5 reactions |
| PCR mode | Standard endpoint Taq (non-hot-start, non-HF) |
| Format | Single-tube 2X master mix — polymerase + buffer + dNTPs + MgCl₂ in single tube |
| Sister sample SKUs (all $7.65) | PR1001-R-S (Red Dye), PR1001-HS-S (Hot Start), PR1001-HSR-S (Hot Start Red Dye), PR1001-HF-S (HF), PR1001-HFHS-S (HF + Hot Start) |
| Production-scale follow-on | PR1001-200 ($94), PR1001-1000 |
| List price | $7.65 |
Master Mix Sample Family — Full Chemistry Comparison
The PR1001 master mix family includes six matched-price sample SKUs at $7.65 each, supporting a complete master mix chemistry comparison:
| Sample SKU | Master mix chemistry | Best for evaluation of |
| PR1001-S (this product) | Standard Taq 2X | Routine endpoint PCR convenience workflow |
| PR1001-R-S | Standard Taq 2X + Red Dye | Direct-gel-load workflow |
| PR1001-HS-S | Hot Start Taq 2X | Multiplex / GC-rich / low-copy / primer-dimer suppression |
| PR1001-HSR-S | Hot Start Taq 2X + Red Dye | Hot Start + direct-gel-load combined |
| PR1001-HF-S | High Fidelity 2X | Cloning / sequencing-prep / mutagenesis with HF accuracy |
| PR1001-HFHS-S | HF + Hot Start combined 2X | Multiplex HF / GC-rich HF / low-copy HF combined-chemistry workflows |
Procurement strategy. Labs new to Accuris master mix reagents can order all six samples ($46 total) for a complete master mix chemistry comparison on their specific PCR targets — supports informed bulk-procurement decisions across the full PR1001 family.
Plus the three standalone polymerase samples (PR1000-S / PR1000-HS-S / PR1000-HF-S, all $7.65) for a master mix vs standalone format comparison — full Accuris polymerase chemistry evaluation at $69 across all 9 sample SKUs.
When to Pick Master Mix vs Standalone Format
The Accuris standard Taq chemistry is available in both formats:
| Feature | PR1000 standalone Taq sample (PR1000-S) | PR1001 master mix sample (this product) |
| Reaction setup | Multi-tube — polymerase + buffer + dNTPs (separately) | Single-tube master mix |
| Sample reaction count | 50 reactions (standalone) | 5 reactions (master mix) |
| Trial scope | Standalone chemistry + multi-tube setup workflow | Master mix chemistry + single-tube workflow |
| Per-sample reaction count differential | 10× more reactions in standalone sample | Fewer reactions but higher per-reaction value |
Note on sample-size differential: The PR1000-S standalone Taq sample (50 units / ~25–50 reactions) is significantly larger than the PR1001-S master mix sample (5 reactions). The pack-size difference reflects the master mix format's higher per-reaction reagent value (full master mix per reaction vs polymerase + separate buffer / dNTPs).
Per Brochure Standard Taq Master Mix Applications
Per Accuris Life Science Reagents Catalog, standard Taq 2X Master Mix applications include:
- Colony PCR — direct PCR from bacterial colony for clone screening
- Fast PCR — short-amplicon PCR with reduced cycle times
- Genotyping — endpoint PCR for SNP and indel genotyping workflows
- High-throughput PCR — production-scale endpoint PCR for screening
- Routine PCR — general-purpose endpoint amplification
Application Profile
Standard master mix first-time evaluation — labs evaluating the PR1001 master mix format for the first time use the sample to validate fit before bulk procurement.
Master mix vs standalone comparison — labs comparing master mix convenience vs standalone cost-optimization use both PR1001-S and PR1000-S samples for the comparison.
Multi-chemistry master mix comparison — labs comparing standard Taq vs Hot Start vs HF master mix chemistries use PR1001-S alongside the sister samples (PR1001-HS-S / PR1001-HF-S / PR1001-HFHS-S) for direct comparison.
Sales / training samples — sales reps and training programs use the sample for hands-on customer demonstrations.
Educational laboratory PCR exercises — molecular-biology coursework introducing master mix format concepts on a per-class budget.
Ordering & Configuration
Single-use sample SKU. The 5-reaction pack supports a small validation run; not intended for routine production use.
Pair with template / primers / water. The master mix includes the polymerase + buffer + dNTPs + MgCl₂; operator supplies template, primers, and water.
Confirm at quote: standard Taq master mix evaluation intent (vs PR1001-200 / -1000 production-pack ordering), comparison to standalone polymerase format (PR1000-S sample), comparison to other master mix chemistries (PR1001-HS-S / PR1001-HF-S / PR1001-HFHS-S samples), and lead time.
Warranty: Per Accuris standard reagent terms — confirm at quote.
Accuris PR1001 master mix sample family (all $7.65):
- PR1001-S (this product) — Standard Taq Master Mix, 5 reactions
- PR1001-R-S — Standard Taq + Red Dye, 5 reactions
- PR1001-HS-S — Hot Start Taq, 5 reactions
- PR1001-HSR-S — Hot Start Taq + Red Dye, 5 reactions
- PR1001-HF-S — High Fidelity, 5 reactions
- PR1001-HFHS-S — HF + Hot Start combined, 5 reactions
Pick the standard Taq master mix sample for routine endpoint PCR evaluation; order the full sample family for complete chemistry comparison.
