<strong>PCR</strong> Tube Strips0.2ml 8-Well Tube StripHigh profile tube strip that can beused in virtually any 0.2ml regularor Real-Time thermal cycler (forcompatibility see page 123)Use with BS291 flat cap strips orBS261 semi-domed cap strips forsealing (see page 123)CODE DESCRIPTION PACK PRICEBS001 0.2ml high profile, 8-tube strip, natural 120 46.900.2ml Low Profile, 8-Well Tube StripLow profile tube strip that can beused in most 0.2ml regular orReal-Time thermal cyclers withheight adjustable lids (forcompatibility see page 123)Use with BS291 flat cap strips orBS261 semi-domed cap strips forsealing (see page 123)PRODUCT GROUP BTCODE DESCRIPTION PACK PRICEBS131 0.2ml low profile, 8-tube strip, natural 120 55.900.2ml 8-Well Tube Strip with Individually AttachedOptical Domed CapsHigh profile tube strip withindividually attached capsavoiding cross-contaminationAlso available in a frosted versionto enhance signal-to-noise ratiosin Real-Time <strong>PCR</strong> applicationsCODE DESCRIPTION PACK PRICEBS151 0.2ml 8-tube strip with domed caps, natural 120 59.60BS171 0.2ml 8-tube strip with domed caps, frosted 120 65.600.2ml 8-Well Tube Strip with Individually AttachedOptical Flat CapsHigh profile tube strip withindividually attached capsavoiding cross-contaminationCaps are flat and optically clearPRODUCT GROUP BTPRODUCT GROUP BTCODE DESCRIPTION PACK PRICEBS191 0.2ml 8-tube strip with flat caps, natural 120 59.60PRODUCT GROUP BT<strong>PCR</strong> PRODUCTS<strong>PCR</strong> TUBE STRIPSWhy use <strong>Appleton</strong> <strong>Woods</strong><strong>PCR</strong> Plastics?Raw MaterialA unique blend of polypropylene designedspecifically for <strong>PCR</strong>Medical grade – no metals or other contaminantsreleased into the reaction mixOptimised blend:– Low DNA binding – Flexibility – Very low gaspermeability – Anti-static – Good thermalconductivity – High optical clarityImproved manufacturing – no requirement to usesofteners, coatings or mould release agentsTube DesignThin walls wheretube contacts thethermal blockThicker walls at thetop of the tube forstrength and tominimise evaporation High Profile Low ProfileExtremely uniform wall thicknessTube geometry for optimal block fitInnovative cap design gives leak free sealing, yetcan be repeatedly closed and opened with easeLow profile versions allow less reaction mix to gointo the gas phase leading to less concentration ofthe sample, less change in the reaction conditionsand, therefore, more reproducible resultsManufacturing QualityManufactured using high quality finely-tunedinjection moulding machines and moulds, withoutthe need for mould releasing agentsExtremely tight control of all manufacturingconditionsLow number of cavities per mouldManufactured under cleanroom conditions to ensurethe absence of DNA, RNA, DNase, RNase, pyrogensand ATP.Real-Time ApplicationsTube and strip caps are optically clear andallow fluorescent signals to pass with minimal lossof signal intensityOpti-seal disposable film is available forsealing platesWhite plates increase signal/noise ratios, but restrictvisibility of well contentsFrosted versions of tubes and plates enablethe contents of the tube to be seen, but givesignal/noise ratios comparable to solid white platesComparison ofReal-Time signalswhen using<strong>Appleton</strong> <strong>Woods</strong>black, white, frostedor natural strips19<strong>PCR</strong> PRODUCTSFor latest specifications and prices please visit our website www.appletonwoods.co.uk121
19 <strong>PCR</strong> PRODUCTS<strong>PCR</strong> PLATES<strong>PCR</strong> Plates<strong>PCR</strong> PRODUCTS96 Well Plate, High Profile, Non-SkirtedNon-skirted, thin wall plate that can beeasily cut into 16, 24, 32 or 48 wellpieces along marker linesMoulded-in alpha-numeric identificationCan be sealed with optical, flat 8-capstrips (BS291), optical, semi-domed 8-cap strips (BS261), Opti-Seal sealing film(BP231) or aluminium seal (BP232)CODE DESCRIPTION PACK PRICEBP001 96 x 0.2ml high profile, non-skirted, natural 25 52.75BP009 96 x 0.2ml high profile, non-skirted, white 25 58.00PRODUCT GROUP BT96 Well Plate, Low Profile, Non-Skirted, FrostedNon-skirted, thin wall plate that canbe easily cut into 16, 24, 32 or 48well pieces along marker linesAll wells are frosted to improveReal-Time <strong>PCR</strong> signal-noise ratiosMoulded-in alpha-numeric identificationCan be sealed* with optical, flat 8-capstrips (BS291), optical, semi-domed 8-cap strips (BS261), Opti-Seal sealing film(BP231) or aluminium seal (BP232)CODE DESCRIPTION PACK PRICEBP021 96 x 0.2ml low profile, non-skirted, frosted, natural 25 58.00BP029 96 x 0.2ml low profile, non-skirted, frosted, white 25 58.00PRODUCT GROUP BT96 Well Plate, High Profile, Sub-Skirted,Frosted – ABI CompatibleHigh profile, rigid plate with thin wallsand semi-skirted – ideal for robotichandlingThe working volume for this plate istypically between 5µl and 25µlMoulded-in alpha-numeric identificationCan be sealed* with optical,flat 8-cap strips (BS291),optical, semi-domed 8-cap strips(BS261), Opti-Seal sealing film (BP231)or aluminium seal (BP232)CODE DESCRIPTION PACK PRICEBP101 96 x 0.2ml high profile, sub-skirted, frosted, natural 25 65.30BP109 96 x 0.2ml high profile, sub-skirted, frosted, white 25 65.30PRODUCT GROUP BT96 Well Plate, Low Profile, Sub-Skirted,Frosted – ABI CompatibleLow profile, rigid plate with thin wallsand elevated skirt – ideal for robotichandlingThe working volume for this plate istypically between 5µl and 25µlDesigned for use with ABI9800 but canbe used with most regular and Real-Time cyclersAll wells are frosted to improve Real-Time <strong>PCR</strong> signal-noise ratiosMoulded-in alpha-numeric identificationCan be sealed* with optical,flat 8-cap strips (BS291),optical, semi-domed 8-cap strips(BS261), Opti-Seal sealing film (BP231)or aluminium seal (BP232)*WARNINGTo ensure tubes and plates remain sealed a compressionmat may be required (see compatibility on page 123)CODE DESCRIPTION PACK PRICEBP181 96 x 0.2ml low profile, sub-skirted, frosted, natural 25 58.00BP189 96 x 0.2ml low profile, sub-skirted, frosted, white 25 58.00PRODUCT GROUP BTFor cycler compatibility see page 123122Tel 0121 472 7353 E-mail sales@appletonwoods.co.uk Fax 0121 414 1075 Freefax Orderline 0800 387 462