Helena Biosciences has launched a new manual electrophoresis unit, the SAS-M1, that offers new levels of usability, performance and simplicity
Helena's SAS-M1 maintains the low volume approach of a manual system but does away with liquid buffers, sample wicks and separate electrodes.
The SAS-M1 uses Helena's unique agarose gel BufferBlock technology with the buffers integrated into the gel, delivering a dry system that is quicker, easier and more efficient and which increases reliability and reproduceability.
The SAS-M1 is incredibly compact with the footprint of a paperback novel and removes the need for an electrophoretic chamber.
It comes with an integrated aluminium cooling block and integrated electrodes.
Furthermore, it is compatible with most standard power supplies and takes the users from sample application to developed gel in only four steps.
Step 1, apply the sample (6 or 12) using the disposable sample applicator; Step 2, remove gel from packaging and place on the integrated cooling block; 3, apply voltage from standard power supply; 4 remove gel and develop.
The SAS-M1 currently supports serum protein, IFE and alkaline haemoglobin assays, all of which deliver Helena's legendary accuracy and clarity.
To further reduce costs the Serum protein gels can be used for IFEs.
It is also supported by a full range of controls and its gels are fully compatible with Helena's leading Platinum3 gel analysis software.
David Snell, R+D manager, at Helena Biosciences says: "The SAS-M1 came out of a product design exercise to increase the performance and ease of use of manual electrophoresis.
"Its simplicity means it is ideal for clinical and teaching work in small or less resourced labs across the globe and we are seeing particular interest in Africa, the Middle East and Eastern Europe."
