Synoptics’ G:Box Chemi XX6/XX9, the Western blot imaging system, offers users greater flexibility in identifying proteins. This robust system, driven by Syngene’s GeneSys software, allows users to select from a wide range of chemiluminescence and fluorescence reagents from any manufacturer to detect proteins in their own unique method.
Using a 6-or 9-megapixel camera with HI-LED lighting choices, users can achieve sensitive, publication-quality images with little background interference. In addition, the system includes infinite copies of GeneTools analysis software to assist users in making the most of their data.
The G:Box XX6/9 system is ideal for gel documentation, imaging, and analysis in the lab. The in-house developed, free software with unlimited licenses assures that users can detect chemiluminescence successfully and efficiently.
This device is ideal for imaging a variety of sample sizes and kinds, including chemiluminescent blots and fluorescence 1D and 2D gels.
The free updates provided by GeneSys automated control software, powered by a database with hundreds of capture protocols, guarantee that the user’s system stays updated with the latest technological advancements. The G:Box XX6/9 has a variety of lighting and manual control choices.
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| SYSTEM |
G:Box chemi XX6 |
G:Box chemi XX9 |
| Image resolution (pixels m) |
6 |
9 |
| Effective resolution (pixels m) |
18 |
27 |
| A/D |
16 bit |
16 bit |
| Greyscales |
65,536 |
65,536 |
| Dynamic range OD |
4.8 |
4.8 |
| Quantum efficiency @ 425 nm |
73% |
73% |
| Lens (motor driven) |
F0.80 or F0.95 |
F0.80 or F0.95 |
| Stage |
Moving |
Moving |
Filter wheel
(7 position motor driven) |
All fluorescence applications |
All fluorescence applications |
| UV filter |
Yes |
Yes |
| Use with external PC |
Yes |
Yes |
| DIMENSIONS |
|
|
| Max image area (cm) |
34.5×27.6 or 32.3×25.6 |
34.5×27.6 or 32.3×25.6 |
| Min image area (cm) |
15.6×12.5 or 15×11.8 |
15.6×12.5 or 15×11.8 |
| WxHxD (cm) |
57x99x55 |
57x99x55 |
| Weight (kg) |
Approx. 45 |
Approx. 45 |
| Power Input (V) |
100-240 |
100-240 |
| LIGHTING |
|
|
| Epi LED White Lights |
Yes |
Yes |
| HiLED (Red, Blue, Green) |
Optional |
Optional |
| HiLED (Red, Infrared) |
Optional |
Optional |
| HiLED (Red, Blue, Green, Infrared) |
Optional |
Optional |
| HiLED (UV, Far Red) |
Optional |
Optional |
| Visible Light Converter |
Optional |
Optional |
| Blue Converter Screen |
Optional |
Optional |
Slide-out UV Transilluminator
302 nm (20 cm x 20 cm) |
Optional |
Optional |
| Edge Lighting Unit |
Optional |
Optional |
Software is compatible with Windows 11*
*In-house testing has revealed no issues with the current version of Windows 11 (22H2 Update Version 22621.1702)
GBOX Chemi XX6/XX9 Tutorial
GBOX Chemi XX6/XX9 Tutorial. Video Credit: Synoptics Ltd
G:BOX Chemi XRQ gel doc system - angled view. Image Credit: Synoptics Ltd
G:BOX Chemi XX6/XX9 gel imaging system - inside view. Image Credit: Synoptics Ltd
G:BOX Chemi XX6/XX9 gel imaging system - side view. Image Credit: Synoptics Ltd