ALPS 3000 Automated Microplate Heat Sealer
Overview
The ALPS 3000 Automated Microplate Heat Sealer from Thermo Scientific is a benchtop instrument designed for rapid and consistent heat sealing of microplates. The system applies controlled temperature and pressure to heat-seal compatible films and foils onto SBS-format plates, supporting reliable sealing for storage, transport, and assay preparation. Automated operation and programmable temperature control enable reproducible sealing across a wide range of plate and seal materials. The instrument is commonly used in laboratory environments requiring high-throughput plate preparation.
Highlights
- Automated heat sealing system for SBS-format microplates
- Adjustable temperature control for compatibility with multiple seal materials
- Designed for aluminium and polymer heat-seal films and foils
- Supports reproducible sealing for plate storage and assay workflows
At-a-glance
- Instrument Type
- Automated microplate heat sealer
- Compatible Plate Format
- SBS-standard microplates
- Sealing Method
- Heat sealing using compatible films or foils
- Temperature Range
- Adjustable, up to approximately 200 °C
- Manufacturer
- Thermo Scientific
- Model
- ALPS 3000
- Condition
- Excellent Condition — Excellent Working Condition
Applications
This instrument is used in molecular biology, genomics, and analytical laboratories for sealing microplates prior to storage, transport, or downstream analysis. It supports workflows involving PCR plates, assay plates, and sample storage plates where secure sealing helps maintain sample integrity and reduce evaporation or contamination.
Sustainability
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