Grant Instruments offers alternative to HEPA-filtered systems
Grant Instruments has unveiled a new range of DNA/RNA UV cabinets/PCR workstations, which feature a novel patented UV cleaner-recirculator system.
The new cabinets are claimed to be a cost-effective alternative to HEPA-filtered systems. Its design is aimed at combining air treatment with UV surface irradiation to provide an “efficient method of denaturing nucleic ac-ids, destroying micro-organisms and limiting PCR reaction contamination”, according to Rob Thorburn at Grant Instruments.
The recirculator can also provide constant cabinet decontamination making the environment suitable for demanding applications working with DNA/RNA, infectious and viral materials such as prions.
The new UV cabinets feature a digital 24-hour timer for accurate control of UV exposure and a white lamp for workplace illumination. Three cabinets are available in the range. A budget Plexiglass model measuring 555 x 690 x 515mm and a more robust stainless steel/glass version with the same dimensions, which also includes a microprocessor-based temperature control feature. The large capacity (1.2 x 0.52m) stainless steel/glass PCR double workstation provides additional space for equipment and accessories to allow for more comfortable and convenient working in PCR applications.
This cabinet also features dual 30 W UV lamps, an adjustable three position front opening panel for ease of access and three internal power sockets enabling small instruments to be run inside the cabinet.
“With the built-in UV-recirculator, our modern and easy-to-use benchtop cabinets are quality, cost-effective alternatives to HEPA-filtered systems,” says Rob Thorburn, commercial manager for scientific products at Grant. “By combining air treatment with UV surface irradiation, the cabinets provide an efficient method of denaturing nucleic acids, destroying micro-organisms and limiting PCR reaction contamination.”