The Thermo Scientific™ NanoDrop™ Lite Plus Microvolume Spectrophotometer is an affordable, entry-level UV-Vis spectrophotometer designed for routine quantification of nucleic acids and proteins. With sample-retention technology, it allows for fast and accurate microvolume measurements using just 1–2 µL, making it ideal for teaching environments and quality control checks in busy labs. It includes a built-in touchscreen, onboard data storage, and USB data export, all in a compact, standalone unit that doesn't require a computer.
Key Features
Measures DNA, RNA, and protein concentrations up to 30 Abs
Calculates A260/A280 and A260/A230 purity ratios
Fast results in ≤5 seconds using only 1–2 µL of sample
Sample-retention technology—no cuvettes or consumables
Built-in touchscreen operation, no external computer required
Stores last 1,000 readings locally, exportable via USB
Compact footprint (27 × 22 × 22 cm) and lightweight (2.7 kg)
Wavelength range: 230 nm, 260 nm, 280 nm
Absorbance range: 0.04 to 30 Abs (10 mm equivalent)
Pathlength auto-adjusts between 1.0 mm and 0.2 mm
Xenon flash lamp and 2048-element CMOS detector
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