BMG Labtech

LUMIstar Omega

Upgradeable

Luminescence Microplate Reader

Overview

High performance microplate luminometer - upgradeable to a multi-mode reader

The LUMIstar^® Omega is BMG LABTECH's powerful dedicated luminescence microplate reader, providing highly sensitive flash and glow assay readings. This DLReady-certified microplate reader can also come equipped with Simultaneous Dual Emission for BRET applications and can be further upgraded to a multi-mode reader.

Features & Benefits

Dedicated luminescence detection for flash, glow and BRET assays
Well scanning with up to 900 data points per well for non-homogeneous samples (e.g. cell-based assays)
High-precision injectors capable of simultaneous reagent injection and detection
Measurements in up to 384-well microplate format
Linear, orbital and double-orbital shaking with user-definable time and speed
Incubation up to 65°C with 0.1°C resolution
Multi-user Reader Control Software with unlimited license
Multi-user MARS Data Analysis Software with unlimited license
FDA 21 CFR Part 11 compliance in software
Data export to Excel, Absolute Database or ASCII format
Easy integration with LIMS systems
Easy integration with robotic systems for heavy workload and lab automation
Compatibility with Stacker III for higher throughput
Compatibility with Atmospheric Control Unit (ACU) for O2 and CO2 gas regulation inside reader chamber
Compatibility with Evaluation Plate for GLP compliance

Technical Specifications

Detection Modes	Luminescence (flash and glow) - incl. BRET
Measurement Modes	Top and bottom reading Endpoint and kinetic measurements Sequential multi-emission measurements Simultaneous dual emission measurements (optional) Ratiometric measurements Well scanning
Microplate Formats	6 to 384 well plates, user-definable
Microplate Carrier	Robot compatible
Detectors	Low-noise photomultiplier tube
Wavelength Selection	Optical Filters Filter wheel for emission
Optical Filters	Emission filter wheel for up to 8 filters
Optical Path Guides	Top: Liquid-filled light guides Bottom: Fiber optics
Spectral Range	240 - 740 nm
Sensitivity	‹20 amol/well ATP DLReady™ certified
Read Times	16 sec (96), 47 sec (384)
Shaking	Linear, orbital and double-orbital with user-definable time and speed
Incubation	+4°C above ambient up to 45°C or 65°C (optional) The upper heating plate of the incubation chamber operates at 0.5 °C more than the lower plate. This prevents condensation build-up on the lid or sealer.
Software	Multi-user Reader Control Software & MARS Data Analysis Software FDA 21 CFR Part 11 compliant
Dimensions & Weight	Width: 44 cm, Depth: 48 cm, Height: 30 cm; Weight: 28 kg
Optional Accessories	Atmospheric Control Unit (ACU)System to actively regulate O2 and CO2 (0.1-20%). Purge Gas VentSystem to inject an atmosphere or to pull a vacuum into the reader. Stacker IIIPlate handler for up to 50 microplates - continuous loading feature Reagent Dispenser ModuleUp to 2 built-in reagent injectors Injection at measurement position (6 to 384-well) Individual injection volumes for each well: 3 to 500 μL Variable injection speed up to 420 μL/sec Up to 4 injection events per well Reagent back flushing Evaluation PlatePlate designed to validate the optical functionality of microplate reader for quality control and/or qualification (IQ/OQ) purposes in environments following GLP compliance. THERMOstarMicroplate incubator and shaker FiltersEmission filters available upon request.

LUMIstar Omega can be further upgraded with the following detection modes; Absorbance, Fluorescence Intensity and Time-resolved Fluorescence (TRF).

All or some of the specifications and features noted on this page may be optional. All necessary details in this regard may not be specified on this page. Please contact us for full details. / Product design, appeareance, functionality, features and specifications are subject to change without notice.