FlexCycler² PCR Thermal Cycler
by Analytik Jena

FlexCycler2 is designed to provide the ultimate flexibilty for laboratories using multiple PCR formats, with six available thermal blocks that can be exchanged in seconds without tools. Shown above with a twin block module installed.

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The FlexCycler² has a large graphical display, low energy consumption, and a compact, ergonomic design. It is designed for continuous use and offers state-of-the-art heating and cooling rates with high temperature control accuracy, ensuring consistently reproducible conditions. Thermal blocks can be changed to meet different requirements in a matter of seconds with the Quick-X-Change block exchange system.

• State-of-the-art temperature accuracy and heating and cooling rates
• Selectable temperature control mode (block control or simulated tube control)
• Large LCD graphical display: 5.7 in. VGA (320 x 240 pixels)
• Quick start function displays a user-specific selection of programs
• Quick-X-Change block exchange system takes less than 10 seconds, no tools required, automatic block detection and recognition
• Six different available block modules include gradient blocks and independently controllable twin block options
• High Performance Smart Lid (HPSL) technology ensures optimal contact
• rPCRsoft software is easy and intuitive
• USB A and USB B ports allow GLP-compliant documentation of PCR runs, temperature programs, or other data to be easily saved and exported
• Multiblock start- and stop-function
• Auto restart in case of power failure
• CE-marked
• Licensed and authorized thermocycler
• For research use only

Quick-X-Change Block Exchange System
Exchange block modules quickly and without tools; the Quick-X-Change system automatically detects new blocks in seconds. Blocks are made of aluminum alloy for high energy efficiency.

Both single- and twin-block modules are available; twin-block modules have independent control of each side, allowing two different protocols to run simultaneously.
Gradient-function-enabled blocks (Block 96G and Block 48G) are available for quick and easy optimization of new PCR assays.

See the FlexCycler² Block Modules Specifications for more information about the available blocks.

High Performance Smart Lid (HPSL) Heated Lid
High Performance Smart Lid (HPSL) technology ensures the formation of a homogenous tempered air cushion between the samples, excellent temperature uniformity over the entire block, and reproducible PCR conditions regardless of sample positioning.

Height and pressure are adjustable; evaporation and condensation are prevented by even distribution of pressure and optimal temperature transition between the block and reaction mix.

Easily toggle between tabular (top) or graphical (bottom) program modes on the large LCD display (shown with gradient display for Twin 48G block).

rPCRsoft Software and User Interface
The easy and intuitive software offers a user-specific choice of operating language and a program preview. A quick start option provides a list of the five most recently-used programs by user, eliminating the need to search through protocols. Other features include a multi-block start-and-stop function and variable heating and cooling rates. Run-log files summarize important information and help control and monitor PCR runs.

The display allows the user to toggle between tabular or graphical program modes and easily edit the parameters with the touch of a button. A total of 350 programs can be saved in 30 user directories with an option for PIN-protection.

The extended self-test allows the FlexCycler² to test itself, summarize the test results, and alert the user if the test failed. FlexCycler² can also create service info files for remote diagnosis.

USB Functions
Easily transfer temperature programs between FlexCycler² instruments, store programs, save servicing records or GLP-compliant documentation of PCR runs, and perform software updates using the FlexCycler²’s two USB ports (USB A and USB B).