$ 10605
| Camera Type | Cooled CMOS |
| Camera Resolution | 9 megapixels (back illuminated CMOS) |
| Pixel Size | 3.76 × 3.76 µm |
| Temperature | -30° regulated |
| Dynamic Range | 4.8 OD |
| Pixel Density | 16 bit |
| Electronic Lens | F0.95 Lens |
| Chemi Imaging Sample Drawer | Electronic lifting platform |
| Gel Doc Sample Drawer | Electronic lifting platform, UV LED transmission |
| Protein Gels Sample Drawer | Electronic lifting platform, White LED transmission |
| Filter Wheel | Standard 5 position filter wheel, (8 position optional) |
• Industrial Computer with Intel Processor
• Visible Fluorescent Module
• Replacement of F0.8 Lens
The Chemiluminescence Imager BZCLI-501 is ideal for high-sensitivity detection of low-abundance proteins in ECL Western blotting. It supports accurate quantification of protein expression levels due to the wide dynamic range.
Frequently Asked Questions
1: What type of camera does the BZCLI-501 use, and how is it beneficial for chemiluminescence imaging?
The BZCLI-501 is equipped with a high-sensitivity cooled CMOS camera with a back-illuminated sensor. This setup enhances grayscale detection, offering high resolution and minimal noise, which is ideal for capturing low-light signals in chemiluminescence assays such as ECL Western blotting.
2: Is the BZCLI-501 suitable for applications beyond Western blotting?
While it is optimized for ECL Western blotting, the BZCLI-501 can also support protein gels and gel documentation with its adaptable sample drawers and filter options, making it versatile for general molecular biology imaging.
3: Is the BZCLI-501 easy to operate for routine imaging tasks?
Yes, BZCLI-501 user-friendly design with automated drawers, electronic lift, and filter wheel system allows for streamlined operation and minimal manual handling, ideal for regular lab workflows.
4: Can the BZCLI-501 detect multiple proteins on the same blot?
Yes, with the appropriate filters and antibodies labeled with distinct chemiluminescent substrates, the BZCLI-501 can detect multiple proteins in a single blot. The broad dynamic range allows for clear differentiation of signal intensities.
5: Can the chemiluminescence imager BZCLI-501 reduce our imaging time and increase throughput?
Absolutely. Its fast electronic adjustments, auto-focus lens, and quick exposure settings reduce total imaging time, improving workflow efficiency in busy labs.
6: How is chemiluminescent detection different from fluorescent or colorimetric imaging?
Chemiluminescence detects light emitted by a chemical reaction, offering extremely high sensitivity, often detecting femtogram-level protein concentrations. Unlike fluorescence, no excitation light is needed.
7: Do I need film to capture chemiluminescence images?
No. Modern chemiluminescence imagers use highly sensitive digital cameras (usually cooled CCD) that replace the need for traditional x-ray films.
8: Is it possible to detect multiple proteins (multiplexing) with chemiluminescence?
Traditional chemiluminescence is limited to single targets per blot, but some imagers can perform sequential detection or support dual color chemiluminescence with specific substrates.