Specifically designed to be directly compatible with all major thermal cyclers, this plate can be used directly in ABI® 96 well instruments without the need for any adapters. The rigid FrameStar® 2-component design eliminates warping and distortion during PCR, making it ideal for use with robotic systems. The semi-skirt allows for labelling or barcoding for sample tracking.

FrameStar® PCR plates maximise thermal stability at high temperatures, which prevents sample loss by minimising thermal expansion during PCR. The two-component design combines the advantages of thin wall polypropylene tubes for optimum PCR results, and a rigid polycarbonate skirt and deck for the highest thermal stability and rigidity. In contrast to standard one-piece PCR plates, evaporation from the corner positions of the plate and outer rows of wells is minimal, which allows for the downscaling of reagent volumes and therefore saves costs. This means that compared to a standard polypropylene plate, the FrameStar® plate will not warp and expand during rapid heating and cooling, meaning the integrity of seals will remain consistent and therefore less of your sample will evaporate. This in turn means you can spend less money on expensive reagents, as you are retaining more during the PCR process.

• Free from DNase, RNase, human genomic DNA, and endotoxin/pyrogen
• Ultra-smooth, uniform, thin-walled polypropylene tubes for optimum PCR and real time (RT-qPCR) results
• ﹤0.2mL (200µL) working volume, 0.3mL (300µL) total well capacity
• Cut corner at A12
• Rigid polycarbonate frame for added mechanical stability
• Significantly reduced thermal expansion and sample evaporation for improved consistency in PCR results
• Improved seal integrity due to thermal stability of frame
• Alphanumeric grid reference to aid well and sample identification
• Perfect for ABI® thermal cyclers and sequencers
• Recommended for low volume PCR
• Ideal for use with robotic systems
• Compatible with standard multichannel pipettes
• Available with clear wells and coloured frame (PCR1100, PCR1108, PCR1102, PCR1104, PCR1112, PCR1110 & PCR1114)
• Available as a black frame with white wells for optimum signal-to-noise ratio when using fluorescent based assays (PCR1118)
• Also available as a clear frame with frosted wells for use with ABI®/LifeTechnologies® qPCR instruments (PCR1120 & PCR1122)
• Ultra-low DNA binding option available (PCR1106) for sensitive applications with ultra-low DNA input and for maximum DNA recovery after low temperature storage and high temperature incubation
• Ethylene oxide treated and single barcoded option available (PCR1116) for forensic use
• Suitable for use with FrameStar® 96 lid (PCR0386)