ddPCR Droplet Reader Oil EcoTank for Probes

High-capacity droplet reader oil reservoir for use with the QX600 or QX200 Droplet Reader.

Overview

The Bio-Rad ddPCR Droplet Reader Oil EcoTank for Probes enables droplet reader oil recirculation for a lower cost and greener workflow while delivering the same best-in-class performance on the QX600 and QX200 Droplet Digital™ PCR Systems.

Features & Benefits

Run up to 50 plates on the QX200 Droplet Reader or 40 plates on the QX600 Droplet Reader with a single EcoTank

Reduce waste and per-reaction running cost

Implement the EcoTank with a simple software update

Achieve the same high-quality data you expect from the QX200 and QX600 ddPCR Systems

Applications & Uses

Built for use during the droplet analysis step of the digital PCR workflow on the QX600 or QX200 Droplet Reader
Optimized for probe-based detection

How It Works

The EcoTank distributes droplet reader oil and collects aqueous waste generated by the instrument into a single partitioned container. It ensures floating waste droplets remain on the waste side of the instrument, allowing droplet reader oil to be recirculated for up to 50 plates on the QX200 Droplet Reader or 40 plates on the QX600 Droplet Reader.

EcoTank

**Comparison of QX200 and QX600 Droplet Reader Oil Bottles**
	QX200 Droplet Reader		QX600 Droplet Reader
	Standard Droplet Reader Oil Bottle	EcoTank	Standard Droplet Reader Oil Bottle	EcoTank
Number of plates	8	50	6	40
Cost per well	$$	$	$$$	$$
Bottle change frequency*	Once every 2 weeks	Once every 10 weeks	Once every 1.5 weeks	Once every 8 weeks

*Based on five plates per week.

Getting Started

Use of the EcoTank requires QX Manager Software version 2.1 or higher for the QX200 Droplet Reader, or QX Manager version 2.2 or higher for the QX600 Droplet Reader. Upgrading software may also require a firmware update. Contact technical support at 1-800-424-6723 for more information.