Description
Description
Use Microseal 'A' Film* to quickly seal any Bio-Rad PCR plate or tube. This nonadhesive film seals tightly to the majority of surfaces, from rimless polycarbonate plates to irregular surfaces. The silicone-based seal eliminates the need for a wax or oil overlay. The seals are free of DNase, RNase, and human DNA.
- Smooth release — minimize aerosols and cross-contamination
- Compliant sealing surface — conforms tightly to most surfaces; seals every PCR vessel offered by Bio-Rad
- Low volume PCR — down to 5 μl in 384-well plates**, or 10 μl in 96-well plates
- Peel away liner — keeps surface contamination-free
- Cuts easily — for use with less than a full plate
Microseal 'A' Film is not designed for optical use. Do not use this film with real-time PCR detection systems.
Product Options
A range of films, seals, and foils are available. Choose the best options for your protocols.
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Films & Foils |
Sealing |
Optical (qPCR) |
Storage, Min Temp |
Features/Uses |
Catalog Number |
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Microseal 'A' Film |
Pressure |
— |
— |
Peelable, low volume PCR. Ideal for sample transport |
MSA5001 |
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Microseal 'B' Film |
Adhesive |
+ |
–40°C |
Peelable, low volume PCR, automated plate handler compatible. Ideal for NGS workflows and qPCR |
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Microseal 'C' Film |
Pressure |
+ |
–70°C |
Peelable, raised well rim compatible |
|
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Microseal 'F' Foil |
Adhesive |
— |
–80°C |
Peelable, pierceable, automated system compatible. High DMSO resistance |
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Optically Clear Heat Seal§ |
Heat Sealer |
+ |
–80°C |
Peelable, validated for qPCR |
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Permanent Clear Heat Seal§ |
Heat Sealer |
— |
–80°C |
Permanent, water bath cycling, high DMSO resistance |
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Pierceable Foil Heat Seal§ |
Heat Sealer |
— |
–20°C |
Pierceable, validated for Droplet Digital PCR, high DMSO resistance |
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Peelable Foil Heat Seal§ |
Heat Sealer |
— |
–200°C |
Peelable, liquid nitrogen storage compatible |
§Validated with the PX1 PCR Plate Sealer
Related Products
- Sealing Roller (MSR0001)
- 96-Well PCR Plates
- 384-Well PCR Plates
- 48-Well PCR Plates
- Chill-out Liquid Wax
- Frame-Seal Incubation Chambers for In Situ PCR and Hybridization
Related Categories
- PCR Seals
- Thermal Cyclers
- PCR Reagents & qPCR Reagents
- PrimePCR PCR Primers & Assays
- PCR Plastic Consumables
Supporting Documents
- Microseal 'A' Sealing Film Instruction Manual
- Amplification Reagents and Plastics Brochure
Online Resources
* U.S. patent 5,721,136
** Reliable cycling of substantially smaller volumes has been demonstrated with 384-Well Hard-Shell Plates using high-pressure motorized lids
