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. It 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.
