Introduction:
The Multiskan FC (Figure 1) is a high-quality filter-based microplate photometer. It is used to measure
absorbance from appropriate 96 or 384-well plate formats in the wavelength range of 340 to 850 nm.
The instrument allows shaking. The instrument is controlled through the built-in graphical user
interface and keypad. Multiskan FC can be connected to the SkanIt Software.
The Multiskan FC is available in the following configurations:
x Multiskan FC
x 96-well plate reading with internal shaking
x Multiskan FC with incubator
x 96 and 384-well plate reading with shaking and incubation
Intended use
The Multiskan FC is a microplate photometer for measuring absorbance from suitable microplates
and strips in 96-well plate formats and optionally microplates in 384-well plate formats that meet the
ANSI/SBS standards.
The Multiskan FC, as standalone instrument or with SkanIt Software, can be used in research or
routine-test laboratories by professional personnel.
The Multiskan FC is part of the analyzing system used by the end user, who therefore is responsible
for validation of the whole system for reliable and safe results.
If the assay performance is essential for the analysis, the test result has to be ensured with internal
quality controls or with an alternative test.
It is recommended to use Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) during the analyzing process
General specifications
Overall dimensions
ca. 290 mm (W) x 400 mm (D) x 220 mm (H)
[11.4" (W) x 15.7" (D) x 8.7" (H)]
Weight
8.5 kg [18.7 lbs.]
Operating conditions
+10q C to +40q C; maximum relative humidity 80% for temperatures up to
31q C decreasing linearly to 50% relative humidity at 40q C, non-condensing
Indoor use only!
Transportation conditions
-40q C to +70q C, packed in transport packaging
Storage conditions
-25q C to +50q C, packed in transport packaging
Mains power supply
100-240 Vac, 50/60 Hz, nominal
Power consumption
100 VA max., standby 8 VA
Heat dissipation
341 BTU max.
Noise
< 60 db (at a distance of 500 mm)
Display
High contrast color display with 480 x 272 dots
Keypad
Four arrow keys; OK button; three function keys F1-F3; FILE and HELP keys;
0-9 number keys; a-z letters with the number keys; C key; START, STOP, and
PLATE in/out buttons
User interface
Internal software or PC control with SkanIt Software
Computer interface
USB 1.1 (2.0 compatible)
Plate types
96 and 384-well plates
Maximum height 15.3 mm
Shaker
Linear shaking, 3 speeds: Slow (5 Hz, amplitude 15 mm), Medium (11 Hz,
amplitude 3 mm), and Fast (20 Hz, amplitude 1 mm)
External printer type
HP PCL5, PCL5e or PCL5c
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