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qTOWER iris Series Feel Free to Explore

  • The complete spectrum: clear signals from UV-A to Near Infrared (NIR).
  • Multiplexing: up to six targets simultaneously.
  • Your choice: Modules, consumables, reagents, and assays.
  • Ergonomic and whisper-quiet

The Real-time PCR Thermocycler qTOWER iris empowers your exploration. It equips you to meet your current and future needs in qPCR, as a truly open system: You are free to choose what it takes for your venture – from consumables, assays, to color modules. The instrument can hit six targets at once. And for your peace of mind, you can count on a system designed for long-term use that operates quietly and smoothly, providing uniform precision across every well.

Everything There is to Know in the World of qPCR

Complete Spectrum: Clear signals from UV-A to Near Infrared (NIR), multiplexing for up to six targets simultaneously

Freedom of Choice: Compatible with all standard dyes, consumables, reagents, and assays

Color Modules: Select freely and purchase individually

Temperature Accuracy: ±0.15 degrees Celsius (market standard: up to ±0.4 degrees Celsius)

Application Support: Direct from the manufacturer

Open Access: Raw data freely accessible (or presented as interpolated curves)

Noise Level: Barely audible

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Efficient Work with Clear Signals

The Full Spectrum: qTOWER iris processes up to six targets simultaneously and provides clear signals across the entire spectrum — from Near Infrared (NIR) to UV-A. The device comes factory-calibrated, eliminating the need for recalibration when introducing new dyes.

Ergonomics: qTOWER iris performs a self-test before each run, and the fiber optic system can be checked through Fiber check. The mechanics are faultless and operation is quiet, contributing to a peaceful lab environment.

Free Choice: Color modules are sold separately, and the choice of dyes and consumables is entirely yours. The device does not require recalibration for new dyes, and weak signals can be selectively amplified through software gain settings.

Products

qTOWER iris 384, UV ready, 230V, incl. color module 1

For high-throughput real-time PCR applications and prepared for applications within the wavelength range of the UVA spectrum. Available in 100 V, 115 V and 230 V versions.

Order number: 844-00859-2

qTOWER iris 384, UV ready, 230V, incl. color module 1

For high-throughput real-time PCR applications, and prepared for applications within the wavelength range of the UVA spectrum. Available in 100 V, 115 V and 230 V version.

Order number: 844-00859-2

qTOWER iris touch, 230V, incl. color module 1

Standalone real-time PCR system with an integrated 10" tablet for intuitive setup and protocol guidance, available in 100 V, 115 V, and 230 V versions.

Order number: 844-00855-2

qTOWER iris touch, UV ready, 230V, incl. color module 1

Stand-alone real-time PCR system with an integrated 10" tablet, designed for easy operation and protocol guidance, prepared for applications within the wavelength range of the UVA spectrum. Available in 100 V, 115 V, and 230 V versions.

Order number: 844-00856-2

qTOWER iris, 230V, incl. color module 1

Real-time PCR system designed in the standard 96-well format, operable via PC, customizable with up to 6 color modules. Available in 100 V, 115 V, and 230 V versions.

Order number: 844-00853-2

qTOWER iris, UV ready, 230V, incl. color module 1

Real-time PCR system designed in the standard 96-well format, operable via PC, customizable with up to 6 color modules, prepared for applications within the wavelength range of the UVA spectrum. Available in 100 V, 115 V, and 230 V versions.

Order number: 844-00854-2

Technical Data

 Sample BlockBlock capacityProposed sample volumeMaximum HeatingAverage HeatingMaximum Cooling
qTOWER iris 384, 230V, incl. color module 1
Order Number: 844-00858-2		Aluminium sample block with alloy384 well microplates with optical sealing foil2 - 30 µL4.0 °C/s3.0 °C/s2.0 °C/s
qTOWER iris 384, UV ready, 230V, incl. color module 1
Order Number: 844-00859-2		Aluminium sample block with alloy384 well microplates with optical sealing foil2 - 30 µL4.0 °C/s3.0 °C/s2.0 °C/s
qTOWER iris touch, 230V, incl. color module 1
Order Number: 844-00855-2		Silver sample block with gold coating
  • 96 well microplates with optical sealing foil
  • 8 well strips 0.1 mL or 0.2 mL with optical lids
  • 0.1 mL or 0.2 mL single tubes with optical lids
5 - 100 µL8.0 °C/s7.0 °C/s5.5 °C/s
qTOWER iris touch, 230V, incl. color module 1
Order Number: 844-00855-2		Silver sample block with gold coating
  • 96 well microplates with optical sealing foil
  • 8 well strips 0.1 mL or 0.2 mL with optical lids
  • 0.1 mL or 0.2 mL single tubes with optical lids
5 - 100 µL8.0 °C/s7.0 °C/s5.5 °C/s
qTOWER iris touch, UV ready, 230V, incl. color module 1
Order Number: 844-00856-2		Silver sample block with gold coating
  • 96 well microplates with optical sealing foil
  • 8 well strips 0.1 mL or 0.2 mL with optical lids
  • 0.1 mL or 0.2 mL single tubes with optical lids
5 - 100 µL8.0 °C/s7.0 °C/s5.5 °C/s
qTOWER iris 384, 230V, incl. color module 1Silver sample block with gold coating
  • 96 well microplates with optical sealing foil
  • 8 well strips 0.1 mL or 0.2 mL with optical lids
  • 0.1 mL or 0.2 mL single tubes with optical lids
5 - 100 µL8.0 °C/s7.0 °C/s5.5 °C/s

 

Order Information

Order numberDescription
844-00858-2qTOWER iris 384, 230V, incl. color module 1
844-00859-2qTOWER iris 384, UV ready, incl. color module 1
844-00855-2qTOWER iris touch, 230V, incl. color module 1
844-00856-2qTOWER iris touch, UV ready, incl. color module 1
844-00853-2qTOWER iris, 230V, incl. color module 1
844-00854-2qTOWER iris, UV ready, 230V, incl. color module 1

We tested the qTOWER iris in our lab. The device is easy to use, fast, the multiplexing works great, the curves are beautiful. And the print report is the icing on the cake. A bonus is the gain settings to enhance the signal depending on the dye. This saves us money in assay development, as well as the freedom to choose the plastic. Iris makes our work easier in every respect - and it's super quiet too.“

Maja Studencka-Turski, Scientific Lead, myPOLS Biotec, Konstanz

Accelerated Research Without Edge Effects

Precision in Each Well: The target temperature is precisely reached during heating and cooling, without overshooting or undershooting, preventing false amplification (artifacts). There are also no edge effects; thanks to uniform temperature distribution across the entire block, the deviation is ±0.15 degrees Celsius, compared to the market standard of ±0.4 degrees. This also applies to readout results: Since the fiber optic advances column by column, it reads each well from the same angle, unlike camera optics.

Faster Assay Completion: The Linear Gradient Tool allows for the testing of various temperatures column-wise in the same run, with twelve temperature ranges for the 96-well block (24 for the 384-well block). The gradient function spans up to 40°C for the 96-well block or 24°C for the 384-well block, and can be adjusted in increments of at least 0.1°C.

Accessories

Order numberDescription
844-00821-0Color module 2 for qTOWER iris Series (JOE™, HEX™, VIC®, YakimaYellow®)
844-00822-0Color module 3 for iris Light Source (TAMRA, ATTO550)
844-00823-0Color module 4 for iris Light Source (ROX, TexasRed, Cy3,5)
844-00824-0Color module 5 for qTOWER iris Series (Cy5®, Alexa633)
844-00825-0Color Module 6 for qTOWER iris Series (Cy5.5®, ATTO665)
844-00826-0Color Module 7 for qTOWER iris Series (ATTO390, ATTO425)
844-00530-0Color modul protein 1 (SyproOrange)
844-00526-0FRET module 1 - FAM (Donor) / TAMRA (Acceptor)
844-00527-0FRET module 2 - FAM (Donor) / Cy5 (Acceptor)
844-00529-0FRET module 4 - JOE (Donor) / Cy5 (Acceptor)
844-00528-0FRET module 3 - FAM (Donor) / Cy5.5 (Acceptor)
844-00531-0FRET module 5 - FAM (Donor) / ROX (Acceptor)
844-00820-0Color module 1 for qTOWER iris Series (FAM™, SYBR®Green, ATTO425)

 

Software qPCRsoft

The license-free software has been completely overhauled. It supports common analysis methods (Quantification, Gene Expression, Genotyping, Multi-gene/Multi-plate Analysis, Endpoint and Melting Curve Analysis) with a clear overview, secure data transparency (anonymized sample layout, MIQE-compliant sample documentation), and a customizable PDF print report.

Consumables

PCR plates 

Order numberName
844-70039-0384 Well PCR Plate, full-skirted, white, suitable for automation - 100 pcs
844-70039-10D384 Well PCR Plate, full-skirted, white, suitable for automation - 10 pcs
844-70038-S96 Well PCR Plate (0.2 ml; LP), full-skirted, white - 100 pcs
844-70038-10S96 Well PCR Plate (0.2 mL; LP), full-skirted, white - 10 pcs
844-70029-096 Well PCR Plate (0.2 mL; LP), full-skirted, white, suitable for automation - 100 pcs
844-70029-10D96 Well PCR Plate (0.2 mL; LP), full-skirted, white, suitable for automation - 10 pcs
844-70037-096 Well PCR Plate (0.2 mL; HP), half-skirted, white - 100 pcs
844-70036-096 Well PCR Plate (0.2 mL; HP), non-skirted, white - 100 pcs
844-70036-10D96 Well PCR Plate (0.2 mL; HP), non-skirted, white - 10 pcs
844-70037-5D96 Well PCR Plate (0.2 mL; HP), half-skirted, white - 5 pcs

 

PCR tubes

Order numberName
844-70087-0Optical 8 Well Lid Chain, transparent, flat - 120 pcs
844-70087-12DOptical 8 Well Lid Chain, transparent, flat - 12 pcs
844-70086-08 Well Strip (0.2 mL; HP), white, without lid - 120 pcs
844-70086-12D8 Well Strip (0.2 mL; HP), white, without lid - 12 pcs

 

Sealing foils

Order numberName
844-70046-0Optical sealing foil (77 x 140 mm) adhesive, transparent, peelable, ATP-free - 100 pcs
844-70045-0Optical sealing foil (77 x 140 mm), adhesive, transparent, peelable - 100 pcs
844-70046-10DOptical sealing foil (77 x 140 mm) adhesive, transparent, peelable, ATP-free - 10 pcs
844-70045-5DOptical sealing foil (77 x 140 mm) adhesive, transparent, peelable - 5 pcs

Downloads

Brochures & Flyer 

TitleLanguageInfo
Flyer qTOWER iris (EN)EnglishPDF, 6 MB

Technical Data

TitleLanguageInfo
Technical Data qTOWER iris (EN)EnglishPDF, 276 KB
Technical Data qTOWER iris (DE)GermanPDF, 293 KB

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