{"product_id":"starlighter-fluorometer-x1-x2-x3","title":"Fluorometer X1 \/ X2 \/ X3——StarLighter","description":"\u003csection id=\"description\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe StarLighter Fluorometer X Series is a family of compact microvolume fluorescence instruments designed for rapid nucleic acid and protein quantification. Three configurations are available to meet different laboratory throughput and assay requirements: the single-sample StarLighter X1, the eight-sample DNA-focused StarLighter X2, and the multi-application eight-sample StarLighter X3.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOnly 1–20 µL of sample is required for routine quantification workflows. A measurement can be completed in no more than five seconds per sample, helping laboratories conserve valuable samples while reducing the time required for concentration analysis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe three models differ in both throughput and supported sample types. The X1 supports DNA and RNA measurement for one sample at a time. The X2 processes up to eight samples per run and is intended exclusively for DNA measurement. The X3 processes up to eight samples per run and supports DNA, RNA, ssDNA and protein measurement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe X3 also provides dedicated Fluorometer and Kinetics programs for direct fluorescence measurement and fluorescence kinetics experiments. Its touchscreen interface supports assay selection, two-point calibration, sample-volume settings, result display, historical-data review and USB data export.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eChoose the Appropriate StarLighter Model\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv role=\"region\" style=\"overflow-x:auto;-webkit-overflow-scrolling:touch;\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccaption\u003eStarLighter Fluorometer Model Comparison\u003c\/caption\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eCatalog Number\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eThroughput\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eDNA\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eRNA\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003essDNA\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eProtein\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eStarLighter X1\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFS-M2001\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 sample per measurement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eStarLighter X2\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFS-M2002\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 8 samples per run\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eStarLighter X3\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFS-M2003\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 8 samples per run\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMicrovolume Quantification\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe StarLighter platform requires only 1–20 µL of sample. This makes the instruments suitable for workflows involving limited sample availability or low-concentration nucleic acid and protein preparations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFast Laboratory Workflow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach sample can be measured in no more than five seconds. The touchscreen-guided workflow covers assay selection, calibration, sample-volume entry, measurement and result review.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHigh-Sensitivity Fluorescence Detection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe instruments use an efficient monochromatic LED light source and a SiPMT fluorescence detector. The documented optical system uses blue excitation at 460–480 nm and green emission at 500–535 nm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eEight-Sample Processing with X2 and X3\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe X2 and X3 accept an eight-tube strip or individual 0.2 mL transparent high-profile PCR tubes. Operators can select the required positions and process as many as eight samples in one run.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAdvanced X3 Measurement Programs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition to quantitative DNA, RNA, ssDNA and protein assays, the X3 provides direct Fluorometer and Kinetics modes. The Kinetics program can display a fluorescence curve together with starting fluorescence, ending fluorescence, maximum fluorescence, minimum fluorescence and the time required to reach recorded fluorescence points.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection id=\"specifications\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv role=\"region\" style=\"overflow-x:auto;-webkit-overflow-scrolling:touch;\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccaption\u003eStarLighter Fluorometer Series Specifications\u003c\/caption\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eProduct series\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStarLighter Fluorometer X Series\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eAvailable models\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eX1 \/ FS-M2001; X2 \/ FS-M2002; X3 \/ FS-M2003\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eInstrument type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMicrovolume fluorometer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSample volume\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1–20 µL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMeasurement time\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e≤5 seconds per sample\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eLinear range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFive orders of magnitude\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eLight source\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEfficient monochromatic LED\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eExcitation channel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlue: 460–480 nm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eEmission channel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGreen: 500–535 nm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDetector\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSiPMT\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eCalibration\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTwo-point calibration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePower requirement\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDC 5 V, 2 A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMaximum power\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eOperating temperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15–30°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRelative humidity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e≤75%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eOperating environment\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIndoor use only\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMaximum operating altitude\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 2,000 m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTransportation and storage temperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-20–60°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e110 × 230 × 45.5 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.5 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWarranty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOne-year instrument warranty with free replacement for qualifying warranty cases during the warranty period\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eModel-Specific Configuration\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv role=\"region\" style=\"overflow-x:auto;-webkit-overflow-scrolling:touch;\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eX1 \/ FS-M2001\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eX2 \/ FS-M2002\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eX3 \/ FS-M2003\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSample throughput\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSupported measurements\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDNA and RNA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDNA only\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDNA, RNA, ssDNA and protein\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSample-tube format\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.5 mL transparent thin-wall PCR tube\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEight-tube strip or individual PCR tubes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.2 mL transparent high-profile PCR eight-tube strip or individual tubes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eAdditional modes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel-specific assay interface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel-specific assay interface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFluorometer and Kinetics\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eCommunication interface\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSB data functions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel-specific configuration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBluetooth and serial interface; USB data export\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eX1 Documented Detection Ranges\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv role=\"region\" style=\"overflow-x:auto;-webkit-overflow-scrolling:touch;\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eAnalyte\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eDetection Range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003edsDNA\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.01–1000 ng\/µL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRNA\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.25–1000 ng\/µL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe X1 configuration offered on this product page is intended for DNA and RNA measurement only. It is not offered for ssDNA or protein measurement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eX3 Quantification Programs and Ranges\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv role=\"region\" style=\"overflow-x:auto;-webkit-overflow-scrolling:touch;\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccaption\u003eFS-M2003 StarLighter X3 Quantification Programs\u003c\/caption\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eProgram\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eSample Concentration Range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eSample Amount\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003edsDNA High Sensitivity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.005–120 ng\/µL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.1–120 ng\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003edsDNA Broad Range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.2–2000 ng\/µL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2–2000 ng\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003emicroRNA\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.05–100 ng\/µL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1–1000 ng\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003essDNA \/ Oligo\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.05–200 ng\/µL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1–200 ng\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eProtein BR Assay Kit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100–2000 ng\/µL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1–400 µg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe X3 software identifies its RNA measurement program as “microRNA” and its single-stranded DNA program as “Oligo.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection id=\"features\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThree Configurations for Different Workloads\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSelect a single-sample DNA\/RNA instrument, an eight-sample DNA instrument or an eight-sample multi-application instrument without changing to a different product family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eLow Sample Consumption\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly 1–20 µL of sample is required for routine quantitative measurements, helping preserve material for downstream analysis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eResults in Five Seconds or Less\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe stated measurement time is no more than five seconds per sample after the prepared reaction tube is loaded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eEight Independently Selectable Positions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn X2 and X3 models, operators can select the required tube positions and process up to eight samples in one run.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTwo-Point Calibration\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuantitative assays use two-point calibration. On the X3, the operator can perform a new calibration using two standards or reuse the previous calibration result when appropriate for the assay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTouchscreen-Guided Operation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe user interface guides the operator through assay selection, calibration, sample-volume settings, tube-position selection, measurement and result review.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eOn-Instrument Data Management\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSaved experimental records can be searched and reviewed on the instrument. Selected X3 records can be exported after a USB flash drive is inserted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDirect Fluorescence Measurement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe X3 Fluorometer mode can be used to read fluorescence results independently of its predefined quantitative assay programs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFluorescence Kinetics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe X3 Kinetics mode is designed for experiments that require a fluorescence curve over time, including reagent and pharmaceutical research workflows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompact Benchtop Footprint\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe documented instrument dimensions are 110 × 230 × 45.5 mm, with a weight of approximately 0.5 kg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection id=\"workflow\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMeasurement Workflow\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelect the appropriate measurement program for the installed model.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse the previous valid calibration or perform a new two-point calibration with the required standards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd 1–20 µL of sample to the compatible transparent PCR tube.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd 180–199 µL of working solution so that the combined reaction volume is 200 µL.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClose the tube and gently vortex for 2–3 seconds while minimizing bubble formation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncubate at room temperature and protect the prepared reaction from light for two minutes, unless the selected assay instructions specify a different incubation period.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoad the tube or selected tube positions into the instrument.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnter the sample volume and start the measurement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReview the concentration or fluorescence result on the touchscreen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen the stored record for later review or export supported records through a USB flash drive.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eProtein assays may require a longer incubation period. Follow the instructions supplied with the selected protein assay kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection id=\"applications\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eApplications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eStarLighter X1 Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoutine DNA concentration measurement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoutine RNA concentration measurement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle-sample microvolume laboratory workflows\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow-concentration nucleic acid quantification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eStarLighter X2 Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDNA concentration measurement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProcessing up to eight DNA samples per run\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDNA extraction quality-control workflows\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDNA sample normalization before downstream analysis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eStarLighter X3 Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-sensitivity dsDNA quantification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBroad-range dsDNA quantification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRNA and microRNA quantification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003essDNA and oligonucleotide quantification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBroad-range protein quantification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect fluorescence measurement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFluorescence kinetics experiments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReagent research involving fluorescence kinetic curves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePharmaceutical research involving fluorescence kinetic curves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulti-sample nucleic acid and protein workflows\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection id=\"care\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOperating and Maintenance Guidance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOperate the instrument indoors at 15–30°C and relative humidity of no more than 75%.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace the instrument on a stable, level and dry surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the instrument away from direct sunlight, heat sources, liquids, corrosive gases and strong magnetic interference.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid introducing bubbles when preparing samples because bubbles may affect fluorescence readings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove reaction tubes after measurement rather than leaving them inside the instrument.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep standards and prepared samples protected from light between measurements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean the instrument weekly to help maintain performance and reduce contamination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisconnect the power before cleaning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse a dry cloth or a cloth or cotton swab lightly moistened with water or alcohol.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not rinse the instrument or allow liquid to enter the housing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not use strong solvents or aggressive cleaning agents.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllow the instrument to dry naturally before reconnecting the power.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection id=\"warranty\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe StarLighter Fluorometer X1, X2 and X3 are supplied with a one-year instrument warranty. If the instrument develops a qualifying warranty issue during the one-year warranty period, it is eligible for free replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe warranty does not cover damage caused by unauthorized disassembly, improper operation, liquid ingress, unsuitable installation conditions or use outside the stated environmental and electrical requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection id=\"faq\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat is the difference between the StarLighter X1, X2 and X3?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe X1 measures one sample at a time and supports DNA and RNA. The X2 processes up to eight samples per run and supports DNA only. The X3 processes up to eight samples per run and supports DNA, RNA, ssDNA and protein.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCan all three models measure protein?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Protein measurement is supported by the X3 only. The X1 and X2 configurations offered on this page do not support protein measurement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCan the X1 measure ssDNA?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The X1 configuration offered on this page supports DNA and RNA but does not include ssDNA measurement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eDoes the X2 measure RNA?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The X2 is the eight-sample DNA-only model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhich model supports ssDNA or oligonucleotide measurement?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe X3 supports ssDNA measurement through the software program identified as Oligo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhich model should I choose for the highest throughput?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose the X2 or X3 when up to eight samples must be processed in one run. Select the X2 for DNA-only workflows or the X3 when RNA, ssDNA or protein measurement is also required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow much sample is required?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe documented microvolume workflow requires 1–20 µL of sample.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow long does a measurement take?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe stated measurement time is no more than five seconds per sample.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat PCR tubes does the X3 use?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe X3 uses a 0.2 mL transparent high-profile PCR eight-tube strip or compatible individual transparent PCR tubes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat quantitative programs are installed on the X3?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe X3 manual lists dsDNA High Sensitivity, dsDNA Broad Range, microRNA, ssDNA\/Oligo and Protein Broad Range programs. It also provides direct Fluorometer and Kinetics modes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCan measurement data be exported?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The X3 allows selected experimental records to be exported after a USB flash drive is inserted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhy can repeated fluorescence readings decrease?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRepeated readings can decrease when a tube remains inside the instrument and becomes warmer. Continuous excitation can also reduce the fluorescence signal of the dye. Remove the tube after reading and keep it protected from light between measurements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eDoes temperature affect the result?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Fluorescence intensity can change with temperature. Standards and samples should be allowed to reach consistent room-temperature conditions before measurement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat is the warranty period?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe instrument warranty is one year. 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