Eppendorf Mastercycler X50i 6301000012

The Eppendorf Mastercycler X50i (part number 6301000012) is a PCR thermocycler designed for precise amplification of DNA samples using 96-well plates or 0.1/0.2 mL tubes.

Key Features:

• Thermoblock material: Silver
• Sample capacity: 96-well plate or 0.1/0.2 mL tubes
• Heating technology: Six peltier elements
• Temperature control modes: Fast, Intermediate, Standard, Safe
• Block temperature control range: 4 - 99 °C
• Gradient range: 1 - 30 °C
• Gradient temperature control range: 30 - 99 °C
• Block homogeneity at 20 - 72 °C: ≤ ±0.2 °C
• Block homogeneity at 95 °C: ≤ ±0.3 °C
• Temperature control accuracy: ±0.15 °C
• Heating rate: maximum 10 °C/s
• Cooling rate: maximum 5 °C/s
• Lid descent: flexlid® technology with thermal sample protection
• Lid temperature range: 37 - 110 °C
• Interfaces: Ethernet, USB
• Power supply: 100 - 240 V, 50 - 60 Hz
• Maximum power consumption: 850 W
• Weight: 11.5 kg
• Dimensions (W × D × H): 27.5 × 43 × 33 cm (10.8 × 16.9 × 13 in)
• Touchscreen interface: No
• Eco unit energy saving features and ACT certification

Advantages:

• Silver block and six peltier elements enable fast heating (up to 10 °C/s) and cooling (up to 5 °C/s), reducing overall PCR run times.
• Precise temperature control (±0.15 °C accuracy) and high block homogeneity (≤ ±0.2 °C to ±0.3 °C) ensure reproducible, reliable PCR results.
• Wide temperature and gradient ranges support versatile PCR protocols including gradient optimizations.
• Flexlid® technology protects samples from thermal stress while maintaining consistent lid temperature to minimize evaporation.
• Ethernet and USB interfaces allow connectivity and data management integration.
• Eco unit design contributes to energy efficiency and quieter operation, supporting sustainable lab workflows.
• Moderate size and weight facilitate installation in standard lab benches without requiring extensive space.