73021BC

GDS OTV Insert

BioControl, For use with GDS, Performance verification of the GDS Rotor-Gene

• UNSPSC Code: 41116135
• NACRES: NC.81

Properties

• Quality Segment: 100
• shelf life: 1‑5 mo.
• manufacturer/tradename: BioControl Systems 73021
• storage condition: protect from light at room temperature
• technique(s): PCR: suitable
• application(s): food and beverages; pathogen testing
• compatibility: for use with GDS Rotor-Gene
• storage temp.: room temp

Description

General description

The GDS OTV (Optical Temperature Verification) Insert provides automated performance verification and dynamic calibration of the GDS Rotor-Gene. The OTV system uses the chemical properties of thermochromic liquid crystals (TLC) as an absolute temperature reference. When heated, a TLC changes from opaque to transparent at a very precise temperature. The Rotor-Gene can measure this precise temperature transition point and, by comparing the measured in-tube thermal transition point to the known calibrated value, the OTV software verifies that the Rotor-Gene is within specification. If necessary, the OTV software allows the user to automatically recalibrate the instrument with a simple push of a button. A printable post-run report documents each test and any necessary recalibration.

Application

Optical Temperature Verification

Other Notes

• OTV Insert – good for 30 verification runs
• Optical Filters for Rotor-Gene 3000 and Rotor-Gene Q, one each