FastGene FAS-BG LED BOX: Compact, Safe, and Powerful
The FastGene FAS-BG LED BOX is a revolution in nucleic acid documentation, offering a powerful stand-alone imaging solution in an ultra-compact footprint. Traditional UV transilluminators pose significant risks to both the user and the sample, often causing DNA damage that reduces cloning efficiency. This system solves that problem by utilising exclusive Blue/Green LED technology. Emitting a broad spectrum of light between 470nm and 520nm, it effectively excites all common red and green DNA dyes—including Ethidium Bromide, Midori Green, and SYBR dyes—without the damaging effects of UV light.
Designed for convenience and versatility, the FAS-BG LED BOX is a truly “all-in-one” device. It features an integrated 8-megapixel scientific-grade camera and a large 5-inch touchscreen interface, eliminating the need for an external computer. Beyond fluorescence, the unit is equipped with a white LED transilluminator for documenting colorimetric protein gels (e.g., Coomassie stained) and a white LED epi-light for opaque surfaces like Petri dishes or Western blot membranes. Its small size makes it the perfect personal gel doc system, fitting easily onto even the most crowded laboratory benches.
Key Benefits:
- Safe Blue/Green Technology: No UV damage. High-intensity LEDs (470-520nm) enable sensitive detection of both red and green dyes without harming your eyes, skin, or DNA samples.
- High-Resolution Imaging: 8MP camera. Integrated scientific-grade CMOS sensor captures crisp, high-quality images (TIFF, JPEG, PNG) for publication and analysis.
- Triple Illumination Modes: Versatile applications. Includes Blue/Green LED for DNA/RNA, White Backlight for protein gels, and Epi-White Light for membranes and Petri dishes.
- Stand-Alone Convenience: Integrated touchscreen. A built-in 5” LCD touch panel with intuitive software allows for easy navigation, capture, and editing without a PC.
- Ultra-Compact Design: Space-saving. With dimensions of just 23 x 25.4 x 20.7 cm, this lightweight unit (3.2 kg) is ideal for tight bench spaces or teaching labs.
Technical Insights
The FastGene FAS-BG LED BOX is engineered to maximize signal-to-noise ratios. Unlike standard blue LEDs which struggle with red dyes like Ethidium Bromide, the broad “Blue/Green” spectrum excites these fluorophores efficiently, delivering band intensity comparable to UV transilluminators. The system includes two USB ports and an HDMI port, allowing users to export data effortlessly or connect to an external monitor/thermal printer for instant results. The included amber filter shield facilitates safe band excision (“cutting”) directly on the transilluminator.
Specifications
- Catalogue Number: GP-04LED
- Camera: 8 MPixel CMOS Sensor
- Illumination (Fluorescence): Blue/Green LEDs (470-520 nm)
- Illumination (Visible): White LED Transilluminator & White Epi-LED
- Display: 5” Color LCD Touchscreen
- Image Formats: TIFF, JPEG, PNG
- Exposure Time: 0.2 – 2 sec (21 steps)
- Connections: 2x USB 2.0, 1x HDMI
- Illuminated Area: 16 x 11.5 cm
- Dimensions (HxDxW): 23 x 25.4 x 20.7 cm
- Weight: 3.2 kg
- Power: 100-240V, 50/60 Hz (12V Adapter)