Molecular Diagnostics
Molecular Diagnostics Made Accessible
Hibergene’s HG Swift instrument allows the rapid, real-time isothermal amplification of DNA with fluorometric detection. This highly compact and portable instrument brings molecular diagnostics within the reach of both well resourced and less well resourced laboratories.
Instrument Features
- Compact, portable and robust
- Easily integrated into a lab’s daily operations
- Simultaneous detection across 8 tubes in 2 fluorescent channels
- Precise temperature control (±0.1°C)
- Integrated touchscreen interface
- Real-time display of amplification
- Easy-to-use software for assay set-up and result reporting
- Custom plasticware reduces risk of laboratory contamination
- Mains or battery power
Key Instrument Specifications | |
Fluorescent channels | Dual-channel Fluorescence 470 nm excitation, 510-560 nm emission 590 nm excitation, 620 nm emission |
Temperature control range | Ambient-100°C (±0.1°C) |
Block configuration | Single thermal block, 8 positions. Heated lid |
Size | 250mm (L) x 165mm (W) x 85mm (H) (10″ x 6.5″ x 3.5″) |
Weight | 1.75 kg (4 lb) |
Display / keyboard | Colour LCD 480 x 272 with resistive touchscreen |
Wireless data | Bluetooth 2.0 & Wi-Fi |
Wired data | USB 2.0 |
Battery type | Lithium Polymer |
Battery capacity | 40 Wh |
Battery charge time | < 1.5 hrs |
External supply | 19 VDC |