G:BOX Chemi XX9: Ultra-High Resolution Multiplex Precision
The G:BOX Chemi XX9 Gel Imaging System is the flagship workstation for laboratories that refuse to compromise on image quality, sensitivity, or versatility. Designed for the most demanding research environments, this top-of-the-range system features an ultra-high resolution 9-megapixel camera with a quantum efficiency (QE) of greater than 73% at 425nm. This exceptional optical performance, combined with deep Peltier cooling to -57°C, delivers the ultimate signal-to-noise ratio, making it the perfect solution for detecting picogram-level proteins in chemiluminescent Western blots and resolving complex 2D gel spots that standard imagers miss.
The XX9 is housed in an “extended” darkroom equipped with a fully variable, motor-driven sample stage, allowing for precise positioning of everything from large protein gels to microscopic samples. The system is powered by the intuitive GeneSys software, which effortlessly automates the entire capture process: simply select your application, and the software automatically configures the optimal lighting, filters, and exposure settings. With support for full RGB and IR multiplexing, the G:BOX Chemi XX9 is a future-proof investment for any core facility or high-throughput laboratory.
Key Benefits:
- Ultra-High Resolution: 9MP imaging. Boasts a 9-megapixel camera (effective resolution up to 27MP) for crystal-clear images of closely spaced bands and 2D spots.
- Extreme Sensitivity: 73% Quantum Efficiency. The high QE sensor is specifically optimised for low-light chemiluminescence, surpassing film performance for accurate quantification.
- Multiplex Capability: RGB & IR ready. Supports high-intensity LED modules for capturing up to five fluorophores on a single blot, including IR dyes, without spectral overlap.
- Motorised Precision: Auto-focus stage. Features a motor-driven stage that brings samples closer to the f/0.95 lens, maximising light collection for the faintest signals.
- Intelligent Automation: GeneSys software. Eliminates guesswork by automatically selecting the best hardware configuration for your specific dye or stain-free application.
Technical Insights
The G:BOX Chemi XX9 utilises a super-fast f/0.95 motorised lens with a “short camera-to-sample” distance to maximise sensitivity. The system’s modular design allows for the addition of HI-LED lighting gantries, which provide high-intensity narrow-band illumination for fluorescence applications, ensuring minimal cross-talk between channels. Additionally, the unit is fully compatible with stain-free gel technology, streamlining workflows by removing the need for post-run staining.
Specifications
- Catalogue Number: G5-0028
- Camera Resolution: 9MP (Effective 27MP)
- Sensor Cooling: -57°C regulated (Peltier)
- Quantum Efficiency: >73% @ 425nm
- Lens: Motorised f/0.95 with auto-focus
- Darkroom: Extended with motor-driven stage
- Filter Wheel: 7-position, motor-driven
- Lighting Support: Epi-White (standard), UV, Blue, RGB, IR (optional)
- Max Image Area: 32.3 x 25.6 cm
- Dimensions (WxHxD): 57 x 99 x 55 cm
- Weight: 45 kg
- Software: GeneSys (Capture) & GeneTools (Analysis)