EV3620 Consort Maxi Power Supply: Ultra-High Voltage Precision
The EV3620 Consort Maxi Power Supply is an ultra-high voltage unit engineered specifically for the most demanding electrophoretic applications, including DNA sequencing and Isoelectric Focusing (IEF). Capable of delivering up to 6000V, this power supply addresses the critical need for stable, high-tension fields required to achieve high-resolution separations in low-conductance media. It is the ideal partner for laboratories performing complex genomic analysis or proteomic profiling where precision and safety are non-negotiable.
Beyond its raw power, the EV3620 is distinguished by its sophisticated control features. It includes a dedicated “IEF Mode” capable of measuring and regulating currents as low as 10 microAmps, ensuring the stability required for obtaining sharp, focused bands during isoelectric focusing. With four parallel output pairs, the unit allows for the simultaneous operation of multiple tanks, while its advanced microprocessor handles automatic cross-over between voltage, current, and power modes. Comprehensive safety protocols, including ground leakage detection, ensure user protection even at ultra-high voltages.
Key Benefits:
- Ultra-High Voltage: 6000V output. Provides the extreme voltage levels necessary for high-resolution DNA sequencing and efficient IEF applications.
- Specialised IEF Mode: Low-current precision. Maintains stable voltage even at currents as low as 10µA, critical for the final stages of isoelectric focusing.
- Quad-Output Flexibility: Run 4 units. Equipped with four parallel output pairs, enabling high-throughput workflows by running multiple gel tanks simultaneously.
- Advanced Programming: Complex protocols. Supports 9 different methods with up to 9 steps each, including voltage ramping and timer-controlled operations.
- Enhanced Safety: User protection. Features rigorous safety systems including ground leakage detection, overload protection, and no-load detection to prevent hazards.
Technical Insights
The EV3620 is designed to handle the specific challenges of high-voltage electrophoresis. In IEF applications, resistance increases dramatically as proteins reach their isoelectric points, often causing standard power supplies to fluctuate. The EV3620’s dedicated low-current circuitry prevents this, maintaining a constant electrical field for optimal focusing. The unit also features an optically isolated USB interface for firmware updates and real-time data logging, allowing researchers to review run history and verify protocol adherence.
Specifications
- Catalogue Number: P5-0066
- Voltage Range: 0 – 6000 V (1V resolution)
- Current Range: 0 – 150 mA (1mA resolution)
- Power Range: 0 – 300 W (1W resolution)
- Outputs: 4 parallel pairs (4mm sockets)
- Special Modes: IEF Mode (Low current optimisation)
- Programming: 9 methods, 9 steps each
- Timer: 0 – 99:59 hours
- Safety: Ground leakage, Overload, No-load detection
- Dimensions (WxDxH): 31 x 26 x 13 cm
- Weight: 10 kg
- Electrical: 210-250 VAC, 50/60 Hz