NanoPAC-500 Mini Power Supply: Precision and Power in a Minimalist Footprint
The NanoPAC-500 Mini Power Supply is an ultra-compact, high-performance solution designed to address the common laboratory challenges of limited bench space and the need for versatile power delivery. Engineered for both routine and specialised applications, this unit provides a robust 500V/400mA output, making it an ideal partner for DNA/RNA horizontal electrophoresis and vertical protein separations. By consolidating high-power specifications into a footprint smaller than a standard lab notebook, the NanoPAC-500 ensures that researchers do not have to compromise on performance when space is at a premium.
At the core of the NanoPAC-500 is an advanced microprocessor controller that delivers precise, constant voltage or constant current output. A standout feature of this model is its 2-step programming capability, which allows users to automate changes in voltage, current, or time during a single run. This multi-step functionality is particularly beneficial for protocols requiring an initial low-voltage migration followed by a higher-voltage separation. The user-friendly interface, featuring a highly visible LED display, enables adjustments in fine 1V and 1mA increments, ensuring exceptional reproducibility for even the most sensitive separations.
Key Benefits:
- Ultra-Compact Design: Maximise valuable bench space. The NanoPAC-500’s exceptionally small footprint allows it to be easily integrated into crowded workstations or used within small equipment cabinets without sacrificing power.
- Programmable Versatility: Automate complex electrophoresis protocols. The integrated 2-step programming feature allows for seamless transitions between different running conditions, reducing manual intervention and improving workflow efficiency.
- High-Resolution Control: Achieve superior separation precision. With adjustments available in 1V and 1mA increments, researchers can fine-tune parameters to suit specific gel concentrations and buffer systems for optimal band resolution.
- Parallel Throughput: Run two units simultaneously. Featuring two pairs of parallel power terminals, the NanoPAC-500 can support two electrophoresis tanks at once, effectively doubling throughput for high-demand laboratories.
- Comprehensive Safety Suite: Protect your samples and personnel. Advanced safety features, including no-load detection, shrouded plugs, and over-temperature protection, ensure the unit operates safely even during extended continuous runs.
Technical Insights
Intelligent 2-Step Programming
The NanoPAC-500 series introduces a sophisticated yet simple two-step feature. By selecting the MODE function, users can program STEP 1 and STEP 2 with distinct voltage, current, and time settings. The system automatically transitions between steps, providing the increased versatility required for modern molecular biology workflows and complex protein analysis.
Specifications
- Catalogue Number: P5-0053
- Output Voltage Range: 10 – 500V (adjustable in 1V increments)
- Output Current Range: 10 – 400mA (adjustable in 1mA increments)
- Maximum Power: 120W
- Output Type: Constant Voltage or Constant Current
- Timer: 1 – 999 minutes with alarm, or continuous mode
- Terminal Pairs: 2 Pairs in parallel
- Safety Features: No-load detection, shrouded sockets, over-temperature and over-load protection
- Dimensions: 140 x 191 x 84 mm (W x L x H)
- Housing Material: Wipe-clean polycarbonate with aluminium base
- Certifications: CE, ETL, FCC