Cleaver Scientific has introduced the Microblock, a personal mini drybath with a footprint measuring 15 x 10cm designed for laboratories where bench space is limited.
The Microblock features digital control in 0.1C increments of temperatures ranging from ambient +5C to +80C and is accurate to within +/- 0.5C.
Six interchangeable block configurations are available for 0.2mL PCR tubes and strips, as well as tubes in sizes of 0.5ml, 1.5ml, 2ml, 15ml and 50ml to offer versatility for many different incubation and denaturation techniques.
A clear cover helps maintain block temperature uniformity within +/- 0.2C, while the Microblock's weight of 1.8kg and optional 12V car battery adaptor facilitates easy and convenient use in the field.
Due to its small size and minimal heating area, the Microblock uses less energy than larger dry-block units.