BIOCHROM WPA Biowave II UV/Visible Spectrophotometer

BIOCHROM WPA Biowave II

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BIOCHROM WPA Biowave II UV/Visible Spectrophotometer

The Biochrom WPA Biowave II is a compact, high-performance UV/Visible spectrophotometer tailored specifically for life science laboratories. It integrates advanced optics, user-friendly design, and flexible analytical capabilities, making it a go-to instrument for researchers performing nucleic acid and protein quantification, among other applications.

Key Features and Benefits

Wavelength Range: 190–1100 nm (UV and visible spectrum)

Optical Design: Monochromator with holographic grating — novel optics with no lid or moving parts

Detector: High-resolution 1024-element CCD array

Light Source: Long-life Xenon lamp for energy efficiency and extended performance

Display: Graphical backlit LCD for easy visualization of wavelength scans, kinetic assays (with slope calculation), and standard curves

Sample Volume: As low as 10 µL with quartz cells (ideal for precious or limited samples)

Cell Compartment: Designed for 10 µL volume, compatible with quartz cuvettes

Data Export Options: USB interface (CSV format), integrated graphical thermal printer, or PC via Print Via Computer (PVC) software (included)

Pre-Defined Methods: Nucleic acids (DNA, RNA, oligonucleotides), proteins (BCA, Biuret, Bradford, Lowry), and cell culture (cell density)

Measurement Modes:

Fixed wavelength (Abs/%T)

Absorbance ratio

Concentration (standard curve, factor)

Multi-wavelength

Kinetics

Life science methods

Cell density
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Scientific Applications

Nucleic Acid Quantification & Purity Checking: Visual scans reveal impurities (e.g., 230 nm region for RNA)

Protein Assays: BCA, Biuret, Bradford, Lowry

Cell Density Measurements

Kinetic Studies: Real-time monitoring of reaction rates

Low Volume Samples: Ideal for precious or limited biological materials