The LightCycler® 1536 Instrument is a rapid, plate-based thermal block cycler with integrated real-time, online detection capabilities. The architecture of this high-throughput platform is built upon the proven LightCycler® 480 Instrument, with its high-performance optical unit and block cycler technologies.

Utilize the first plate-based real-time PCR instrument that generates 1,536 data points in a single PCR run in less than 50 minutes.
Obtain high-performance data comparable to legacy data until now only generated with 96- and 384-formats, using this low-volume 1536-well format (0.5 to 2.0 µl).
Reduce sample input volume, and cut your cost per data point by at least 50%.
Obtain fourfold higher throughput per plate and reduce inter-assay errors.
Maximize PCR layout flexibility using a customizable plate-based format.
Obtain reliable real-time PCR data with the LightCycler® 1536 Software, streamlined for high-throughput needs.
Take advantage of a streamlined system designed for automation and high-throughput workflows.
Improve data robustness with a built-in error-checking system that detects pipetting errors.
A new lamp has been installed for this unit. Please see the self testing results in the photo.

Instrument Specifications

Dimensions
(without computer) 57.4 cm x 58.8 cm x 49.7 cm
22.6 in x 23.1 in x 19.6 in
(W x D x H)
Weight 55.6 kg (121 lbs)
Computer Pentium PC with Windows XP
Sample Number 1536
Reaction Vessel LightCycler® 1536 Multiwell Plate
Reaction Volume 0.5 – 2.0 µl
Excitation Source Xenon lamp
Filters Excitation: 465 nm, 533 nm
Detection: 510 nm, 580 nm
Detection Cooled monochrome CCD camera
Temperature Range +37 to +95°C
Heating Rate 4.8°C/sec
Cooling Rate 2.5°C/sec
Temperature Control Peltier-based heating/cooling
Therma-BaseTM heat spreading technology
Run Time <50 minutes
Multiwell Plate Thermaxis® technology (two-component design)
Barcode labeled for automated workflow tracking