Thermal Cyclers by Bioer the trusted name in thermal cycler technology

Pioneering collaboration with tried and tested technology

Chances are you've never heard of Bioer. However they are a force to be reckoned with in the Thermal Cycler field. In fact their Peltier technology forms the heart of many leading thermal cyclers throughout the world. So you have probabaly already been using their products in your current thermal cycler.

Bioer's name derives from 'Biological Pioneer' and they are one of the largest suppliers of PCR equipment in the world. Though you may not see their name on the package you have probably already used a product made with their expertise! Bioer Technology Ltd. is Japanese owned and founded by the Ferrotec Corporation Tokyo Japan - the world leader in the manufacture of Peltier elements.

They are committed to researching and manufacturing hi-tech products for life science laboratories including thermal cyclers, heating and cooling blocks and other equipment.

A few years ago they decided to make their technology available under their own name. All their expertise and experience is built into a superb range of Thermal Cyclers and life science equipment. These are produced in a state of the art facility in Hangzhou, China (see pictures). This massive unit has a floor space of 26,000m2 and utilises the latest computer technology throughout the production process that strictly follows the international ISO13485 standard for medical devices.

Bioer are delighted to work with Alpha Laboratories to provide top class service and expertise to complement their superb products.

The Thermal Cyclers from Bioer have a fine pedigree built in, and as you'd expect from a leading manufacturer, there are plenty of good reasons to choose Bioer and Alpha for your next cycler.

1. Driven by advanced Peltier technology from the world's leading manufacturer
2. Precise and rapid temperature control for accurate PCR and quality results
3. Intuitive software and large LCD display for set-up in seconds
4. Interchangeable blocks for ultimate flexibility

 

GenePro Thermal Cycler

The advanced GenePro Thermal Cycler has excellent temperature uniformity and control to ensure rapid thermal cycling and reliable results. It's also highly versatile with its interchangeable blocks that allow you to use a complete range of consumables. The gradient blocks, in either 96 or 384 well format, provide the opportunity to optimise protocols efficiently. The dual block gives the additional benefit of running two independent cycles at the same time.
In addition, control can be directly from the unit, a computer or through a network. All options are easy and intuitive to use making viewing, editing and running protocols fast and efficient. GenePro is ideal for PCR applications in molecular biology, genetics, microbiology, medical, food industry, forensics, environmental science and many other fields.

Latest generation design with multiple functions from Bioer

Five blocks from which to choose

The GenePro main body accepts five interchangeable blocks for superb adaptability. The special design makes block change more convenient and fast. Blocks are automatically detected by the instrument without manual setting. The uniquely designed dual blocks can be run at the same time with two different PCR programmes. The large screen shows the operational status of each block in real time so that one machine equates to two thermal cyclers!

The use of advanced peltier technology and multi-sensor modules ensure that the gradient blocks can produce a maximum 30°C gradient range, thus greatly reducing the time for optimising PCR conditions.

Product features:

• Excellent temperature uniformity
• Precision temperature control
• Protected data storage
• Long life peltier technology
• Network control functionality
• Large LCD screen
• USB connectivity

Highly Flexible

Two temperature control modes - block or tube simulation control mode.

Three kinds of data storage - instrument, USB flash memory interface, LAN networked to a computer.

Three modes of operation - computer controlled, stand alone, LAN networked.

Five blocks for ultimate flexibility.
Blocks are made from aluminium alloy. All blocks have integral hot-lid and are temperature and pressure adjustable, except for the in-situ block.

Interchangeable Blocks

Block Model	B96G	B3048	B384G	B48D	B4I
Sample Capacity	For use with 1x96 well plate, 12x8 PCR Strips, 8x12 PCR Strips, or 96x0.2ml PCR Tubes. With gradient function.	Universal block for 0.2ml PCR Tubes (up to 48) &0.5ml PCR Tubes (up to 30) or 4x12 PCR Strips.	384 well plates. With gradient function.	Dual block for 0.2ml PCR Tubes (up to 48) or 6x8 PCR Strips. Blocks operate independently	Suitable for up to 4 in-situ plates
Temp. Range	4°C - 99°C
Heating rate (max)	4°/sec
Cooling rate (max)	0.3°C
Temp.control accuracy	4°/sec
Temp.uniformity	=±0.3°C
Hot-lid temperature	30°C - 99°C temp. adjustable
Hot-lid pressure	Adjustable
Gradient range	1 - 30°C	N/A	1 - 30°C	N/A	N/A
Temperature control mode	Tube or Block
Display	320 x 240 LCD
Graphical display	Yes
Program Storage	=100 files, 100 files in GenePro+ USB Flash
Max. segments	5
Max.program steps	16
Max.cycles	99
Power supply	AC110-220v 50Hz 600W
Dimensions (mm)	368 x 250 x 285 (L x W x H)
Net weight	10kg
Interfaces	RS232, USB (Flash), LAN (one computer can control up to 30 units)

Ordering Details

Product Code	Description	Price	Add to Cart
TC-E	GenePro Thermal Cycler Body	£3,500.00
B-96G	96 Well Gradient Block	£1,150.00
B-3048	Universal Block	£1,410.00
B-384G	384 Well Gradient Block	£1,315.00
B-48D	48 x 0.2ml Dual Block	£1,150.00
B-4I	In-Situ Block	£1,315.00

 

 

XP Thermal Cycler

The XP Thermal Cycler was designed to meet the needs of the modern molecular biology laboratory. The use of peltier thermo-electronic (te) modules ensures excellent performance control. This makes the instrument suitable for use in a wide variety of experiments, which require precise temperature programming and control.

Advanced design with exceptional performance

XP thermal cyclers use advanced peltier technology to deliver accuracy, economy, high speed ramping rates, better thermal uniformity, with no-pollution and low noise.

• Special peltier module designed for repeated cycling longevity
• Hot lid design for oil-free operation

Powerful software

• Menu-driven software is easy and intuitive for viewing, editing, and running protocols
• Large memory capacity stores approximately 99 programmes
• Ramping rate can be specified
• Temperature and hold time of every segment is adjustable
• Power-failure protection will resume the programme after power interruptions

The XP Cycler is the revolutionary multifunction thermal cycler. With eight different interchangeable blocks, the instrument can meet the demands of a range of different PCR protocols using a variety of PCR consumables. Its fast ramping rate and precise temperature control ensure speed and accuracy during use. Its large screen display and user-friendly interface make programming simple. The machine automatically recognises which block is in use - no need for manual setting.

Product features:

• Extra large LCD display and user-friendly software
• Independently controlled dual blocks
• Gradient block for easy optimisation of PCR conditions
• Choose from two kinds of temperature control mode
• Block control
• Simulated Tube control
• Up to eight interchangeable blocks for many kinds of PCR testing methods

The instrument can recognise blocks and then load the relevant software automatically
Blocks comprise of a hot lid and aluminium alloy forming the wells. Temperature and pressure of the hot lid are adjustable Includes single and dual blocks for 0.2ml tubes, 0.5ml tubes, strip tubes, 96-well plates, 384-well plates and in situ slides

Block Model	XP-a	XP-b	XP-c	XP-d	XP-e	XP-f	XP-g	XP-h
Sample Capacity	96x0.2ml	60x0.5ml	30x0.5ml	48x0.2ml	30x0.5ml	384 well plate	96x0.2ml	4 slides
	12x8 strips		30x0.5ml	48x0.2ml	48x0.2ml		12x8 strips
	8x12 strips						8x12 strips
	96 well plates						96 well plate
Temperature range	4°C - 99°C
Heating Rate (max)	4°C/sec
Cooling Rate (max)	3°C/sec
Temperature Accuracy	±0.5°C at 95°C, ±0.3°C at 72°C, ±0.2°C at 55°C
Temperature uniformity	±0.8°C at 95°C, ±0.5°C at 72°C, ±0.4°C at 55°C
Hot Lid	30°C - 99°C temp. adjustable							N/A
Maximum Gradient	N/A						30°C	N/A
Miniumum Gradient	N/A						1°C	N/A
Temperature Control mode	Block or Tube							Block
Graphical Display	320 x 240 LCD
Programme Storage	99 Files
Max. Segment	5 Segments
Max. Step	16 Steps
Max. Cycles	99 Cycles
Power Supply	AC220V 50hz 600VA
Dimensions (mm)	470 x 340 x 260 (l x w x h)
Net Weight	10kg
Fuse	250V 5a Ø5 x20
Printer Connection	RS232

Note the parameters shown here were obtained using an XP-A block

Product Code	Description	Price	Add to Cart
TC-XP	XP Thermal Cycler Main Body	£2,900.00
XP-a	Block for 96 x 0.2ml tubes	£975.00
XP-b	Block for 60 x 0.5ml tubes	£975.00
XP-c	Dual Block for 2 x 30x 0.5ml tubes	£1,145.00
XP-d	Dual Block for 2 x 48 x 0.2ml tubes	£1,145.00
XP-e	Dual Block for 30 x 0.5ml & 48 x 0.2ml Tubes	£1,145.00
XP-f	Block for 384 well plate	£1,145.00
XP-g	Gradient Block for 96 x 0.2ml tubes	£1,145.00
XP-h	Block for in-situ	£1,165.00

 

Little Genius Personal Thermal Cycler

The Little Genius Personal Thermal Cycler was designed to meet the needs of the modern molecular biology laboratory. The use of peltier thermo-electronic (te) modules ensures excellent performance control. This makes the instrument suitable for use in a wide variety of experiments which require precise temperature programming and control.

Advanced design with exceptional performance

Little Genius thermal cyclers use advanced peltier technology to deliver accuracy, economy, high speed ramping rate, better thermal uniformity, no-pollution and low noise.

• Special peltier module designed for repeated cycling longevity
• Hot lid design for oil-free operation

Powerful software

• Menu-driven software is simple for viewing, editing, and running protocols
• Large memory capacity stores approximately 99 programmes
• Ramping rate can be specified
• Temperature and the hold time of every segment can be adjusted
• Power-failure protection will resume the programme after power interruptions

Little Genius Personal Cycler

• 25 x 0.2ml sample-block
• 24 x 0.2ml (strip and 8 x 3 well plate) sample-block
• 16 x 0.5ml sample-block
• Blocks can be interchanged easily
• Compact structure, light-weight and economical price

Model	TC-25/H	TC-16/H	TC-24/H
Sample Capacity	25 x 0.2ml	16 x 0.5ml	24 x 0.2ml (strip & plate)
Temperature Range	4°C - 99°C
Heating Rate (max)	3.0°C/sec
Cooling Rate (max)	2.0°C/sec		2.8°C/sec
Temperature Uniformity	0.4°C at 55°C
	0.5°C at 72°C
	0.8°C at 95°C
Temperature Accuracy	=±0.5°C
Hot lid	105°C
Max. cycling numbers	99
Display	20 x 2 LCD
Power supply	AC220V 50hz 200VA
Dimension (mm)	285 x 218 x 178 (l x w x h)
Net Weight	3.5kg

Product Code	Description	Price	Add to Cart
TC-16/H	Little Genius Thermal Cycler 16 x 0.5ml tubes	£1,925.00
TC-25/H	Little Genius Thermal Cycler 25 x 0.2ml tubes	£1,940.00
TC-24/H	Little Genius Thermal Cycler 24 x 0.2ml tubes	£1,940.00
Block TC-16/H	Block for Little Genius Cycler 16 x 0.5ml tubes	£432.00
Block TC-25/H	Block for Little Genius Cycler 25 x 0.2ml tubes	£443.00
Block TC-24/H	Block for Little Genius Cycler 24 x 0.2ml tubes	£470.00

ThermoCell Mixing Block

The ThermoCell Mixing block combines the functions of mixing and precise temperature control, providing a convenient means to incubate and react samples. This unit employs Peltier Effect heat exchange technology to provide accurate, stable temperature control. It can be used with a selection of interchangeable blocks for plates or tubes.

Features:

• Accurate control of time, temperature and speed
• Exact temperature control with PID circuit
• Gentle reliable mixing with long life direct current motor
• Low noise working even at 1,500rpm
• Special damping provides quiet operation even at high speeds
• Choose from several standard sample blocks for plates or tubes
• Large VFD display and simple controls provide a user-friendly interface
• Conforms to CE safety standards

Temp. Setting Range	0 -105°C
Temp. Control Range	RT - 14°C to 100°C
Timing Range 1 min	to 99h 59min
Mixing Speed	300rpm - 1500rpm
Mixing Amplitude	3mm
Temp Control Accuracy	=0.5°C
Display Accuracy	=0.5°C
Temp. uniformity	=± 0.5°C (0-60°C) = ±1.0°C (60 - 100°C)
Cooling speed Approx	=6°C/min (from 100°C-RT)
Heating speed Approx	=5°C/min
Heating time	=15 min (from 20°C - 100°C)
Cooling time	~12 min (from RT. - RT. -10°C) ~15 min (from 100°C - RT.+10°C)
Standard block	A: 40 x 1.5ml, B: 54 x 0.5ml, C: 96 x 0.2ml, D: 24 x 15mm, H: 40 x 2.0ml
Dimensions	328 x 166 x 249 (l x w x h)
Net weight	8.5kg
Power supply	AC 220V ± 22V 50/60Hz ± 1Hz 150W

 

Ordering Information

Product Code	Description	Price	Add to Cart
MB-102	ThermoCell Mixing Block	£1,030.00
Block A	Block for ThermoCell 40 x 1.5ml Tubes	£163.00
Block B	Block for ThermoCell 54 x 0.5ml Tubes	£173.00
Block C	Block for ThermoCell 96 x 0.2ml Tubes	£173.00
Block D	Block for ThermoCell 24 x 15mm Tubes	£173.00
Block H	Block for ThermoCell 40 x 2.0ml Tubes	£173.00

ThermoCell Cooling and Heating Block

Two models - a heating block and a heating and cooling block, both without mixing. Small and lightweight this reliable design has multiple easily exchanged blocks including a unique water bath block. They are programmable, with a wide temperature range, excellent temperature stability and a large VFD display.

Features:

• Elegant shape
• Peltier design ensures small size and light weight
• Reliable design with inner extra temperature protection
• Block exchange is quick, easy and convenient.
• Programmable function
• Wide temperature range
• PID control maintains stable temperature
• Large VFD display; intuitive operating panel
• Multiple interchangeable blocks
• Special water bath block

Model	Heating Block	Cooling & Heating Block
	HB-202	CHB-202
Temp. setting range	10°C - 105°C	-10°C - 105°C
Temp. control range	RT. +5°C - 100°C	0°C - 100°C
Timing range	1 min - 99h 59min	1 min - 99h 59min
Temp. control accuracy	=± 0.5°C	=± 0.5°C
Display accuracy	=± 0.5°C	=± 0.5°C
Temp. uniformity	=± 0.5°C	=± 0.5°C
Heating rate	=15 min (20°C - 100°C)	=35 min (20°C - 100°C)
Cooling rate	n/a	=25 min (20°C - 0°C), =50 min (100°C - 0°C)
Temp. controlling mode	PID	PID
Standard blocks	96 x 0.2ml; 54 x 0.5ml; 40 x 1.5ml; 24 x 15mm;115 x 73 x 38mm (l x b x h) water bath block
Heating parts	Heater	TE module
Cooling parts	n/a	TE module
Dimensions(mm)	300 x 200 x 150 (l x w x h)	300 x 200 x 150 (l x w x h)
Net weight	2.8kg	3.3kg
Power supply	AC 220V 50Hz 120W	AC 220V 50Hz 85W

*NB: The rate is tested under the environmental temperature between 20°C to 25°C using the block B.

 

Ordering Information

Product Code	Description	Price	Add to Cart
HB-202	ThermoCell Heating Block	£390.00
CHB-202	ThermoCell Cooling & Heating Block	£485.00
Block A	Block for ThermoCell 40 x 1.5ml Tubes	£163.00
Block B	Block for ThermoCell 54 x 0.5ml Tubes	£173.00
Block C	Block for ThermoCell 96 x 0.2ml Tubes	£173.00
Block D	Block for ThermoCell 24 x 15mm Tubes	£173.00
Block E	Block for ThermoCell Water Bath Block	£173.00
Block H	Block for ThermoCell 40 x 2.0ml Tubes	£173.00

Note: Block E (water bath block) is not suitable for use with the mixing block.