PowerPac™ Basic: Reliable and Versatile Electrophoresis Power Supply
The BioRad PowerPac™ Basic stands out as a high-performance and accessible electrophoresis power supply, meeting the essential needs of research laboratories and educational institutions. Designed for fundamental applications such as horizontal submerged gel electrophoresis and vertical mini-gel electrophoresis, this compact and stackable device is ideal for daily use, whether by beginners or experienced users.
The PowerPac™ Basic features a simple and intuitive user interface, allowing for easy operation. With its built-in timer, users can precisely program the duration of experiments, ranging from 1 minute to 99 hours and 59 minutes. This flexibility is crucial for adjusting separation times according to the specific requirements of electrophoresis protocols, ensuring optimal results for various types of gels and samples.
The device offers both constant voltage and constant current output modes, with automatic switching between these modes depending on the protocol requirements. This functionality guarantees precise adaptation to experimental conditions, ensuring effective separation of proteins or nucleic acids across a wide range of gel sizes. The output range is fully adjustable, with a voltage range of 10 to 300 V and a current range of 4 to 400 mA, allowing fine adjustments in 1 V and 1 mA increments for complete customization of separation conditions.
The PowerPac™ Basic provides a maximum power of 75 W, sufficient for most standard electrophoresis applications. This power ensures reliable performance, even during prolonged use or when handling more complex gels. The device is designed to offer performance stability, which is essential for obtaining consistent and reproducible results.
Safety is a priority with the PowerPac™ Basic, which is equipped with several protection mechanisms. Features include no-load detection, sudden load change detection, overload/short-circuit detection, and overvoltage protection, all designed to safeguard both the device and the samples. These safety features help prevent potential damage, ensuring worry-free operation.
The device is also protected by fuses on both hot and neutral lines, providing enhanced safety against electrical anomalies. The auto-switching input power range (90–120 or 198–264 VAC, 50/60 Hz) allows for flexible use in various laboratory environments without worrying about power compatibility.
The PowerPac™ Basic includes a practical pause/resume function, allowing users to temporarily halt experiments without compromising result integrity. This feature is particularly useful for long protocols or unexpected interruptions, providing additional flexibility in managing experiments.
The 3-digit LED display ensures clear visibility of current settings and device status, making it easy to monitor and adjust experimental conditions. With an operating temperature range of 0 to 40°C and a humidity tolerance of 0 to 95% (non-condensing), the PowerPac™ Basic is designed to operate reliably in various laboratory environments. It also meets EN-61010 and CE regulatory standards, ensuring compliance with safety and quality guidelines.
The BioRad PowerPac™ Basic is a reliable and flexible power supply solution for nucleic acid and protein electrophoresis. Its programmable settings, robust safety features, and compact design make it an excellent choice for any laboratory requiring high-performance electrophoresis equipment. Whether you are an experienced researcher or a student, the PowerPac™ Basic offers an ideal combination of performance, safety, and ease of use for all your electrophoresis needs.
