Description

The Biofargo Mini Four Gel Vertical Electrophoresis Tank is a mini vertical cell for SDS-PAGE and native PAGE that uses the same gel format as the Bio-Rad Mini-PROTEAN^® Tetra Cell. Labs can run Mini-PROTEAN^®-format precast gels and hand-cast gels with the same plate sizes, combs and protocols they already use.

The system runs one to four gels per experiment and completes electrophoresis of up to four mini precast gels within about one hour. An edge cushion on the long glass plate supports accurate plate alignment and helps prevent leakage, and the cam-lock clamping frame makes casting and assembly quick.

Plastic well combs with built-in ridges do not inhibit polymerization and give uniform wells. A sample-loading guide helps prevent missed or repeated lanes, and high-purity platinum electrode wire provides stable conduction.

Specifications

Item	Specifications
Catalog Number	BF-VT04
Device Type	Mini vertical gel electrophoresis tank
Applications	SDS-PAGE, native PAGE
Number of Gels	1–4 gels
Compatibility	Same gel format as Bio-Rad Mini-PROTEAN^® Tetra Cell; accepts Mini-PROTEAN^®-format precast and hand-cast gels
Precast Gel Size	8.6 × 6.8 cm (10 × 8 cm mini cassette format)
Short Glass Plate	10.1 × 7.3 cm
Long (Spacer) Glass Plate	10.1 × 8.2 cm
Hand-cast Gel Size	8.3 × 7.3 cm
Standard Gel Thickness	1.0 mm
Optional Gel Thickness	0.75 mm and 1.5 mm
Standard Comb	1.0 mm, 10-well
Optional Combs	0.75 mm, 1.0 mm or 1.5 mm; 10-well or 15-well
Electrode	High-purity platinum wire
Buffer Tank Dimensions	Approx. 15.5 cm (W) × 12.5 cm (H), 6 × 5 in, without lid

Features

Same format as Bio-Rad Mini-PROTEAN^®: Uses Mini-PROTEAN^®-format glass plates, combs and precast gels, so existing protocols and run conditions transfer directly.
One to four gels per run: Run as many gels as the experiment needs, up to four mini gels in about one hour.
Precast and hand-cast gels: Accepts both formats, including Biofargo mini precast gels.
Leak-resistant alignment: The edge cushion on the long glass plate keeps plates aligned and helps prevent gel leakage.
Cam-lock clamping frame: Quick, even clamping for casting and assembly.
Polymerization-friendly combs: Plastic combs do not inhibit polymerization; built-in ridges give uniform wells.
Sample-loading guide: Helps prevent missed or repeated lanes.
Platinum electrode wire: High-purity platinum for stable, corrosion-resistant conduction.

Applications

SDS-PAGE separation of protein samples.
Native PAGE of proteins and protein complexes.
Protein separation before Western blotting.
Protein purity and expression analysis.
Analysis of complex protein samples.

Kit Components

Buffer tank (1)
Lid with power leads (1)
Electrode assembly (1)

Storage & Shipping

Store at room temperature in a clean, dry place.
Rinse all parts with deionized water after use and air dry. Do not use organic solvents on the tank.
Ships at ambient temperature.

FAQs

Is this tank compatible with Bio-Rad Mini-PROTEAN^® gels and glass plates?

Yes. It uses the same gel format as the Bio-Rad Mini-PROTEAN^® Tetra Cell: 10.1 × 7.3 cm short plates, 10.1 × 8.2 cm spacer plates and 10 × 8 cm mini precast gel cassettes.

How many gels can I run at once?

One to four gels per run. Up to four mini precast gels can be run in about one hour.

Can I use Biofargo precast gels in this tank?

Yes. Biofargo mini precast protein gels in the 10 × 8 cm format fit this tank. See our precast gels.

What gel thicknesses and combs are available?

The standard configuration is 1.0 mm with a 10-well comb. 0.75 mm and 1.5 mm thicknesses and 10-well or 15-well combs are available as options.

Can it be used for native PAGE?

Yes. Use the appropriate native gels and running buffer.

Documents

User manual available on request at contact@biofargo.com.

Bio-Rad and Mini-PROTEAN are registered trademarks of Bio-Rad Laboratories, Inc. Biofargo is not affiliated with Bio-Rad Laboratories. Brand names are used only to describe compatibility.

Mini Four Gel Vertical Electrophoresis Tank for SDS-PAGE, Bio-Rad Mini-PROTEAN® Compatible