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Explore real-time PCR thermal cyclers from Analytik Jena and QIAGEN, alongside refurbished Applied Biosystems QuantStudio systems. Compare plate formats, instrument configurations and workflow requirements, then contact Jant Pharmacal for current availability and a quotation.
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Explore real-time PCR thermal cyclers from Analytik Jena
and QIAGEN, alongside refurbished Applied Biosystems
QuantStudio systems. Compare plate formats, instrument
configurations and workflow requirements, then contact
Jant Pharmacal for current availability and a quotation.
QIAquant Availability Update
QIAGEN has announced discontinuation of QIAquant real-time PCR cyclers effective December 31, 2026. Instruments are available while stocks last. Contact Jant to confirm remaining availability.
Compare Real-Time PCR Systems
Review selected systems and configuration considerations below. Confirm the exact model, included components and current availability with Jant.
| System | Plate Format | What to Confirm |
|---|---|---|
| qTOWER iris Series | 96 or 384 wells, depending on model | Control method, installed color modules and UV-ready options |
| qTOWER³ auto Series | 96 or 384 wells, depending on model | Automation integration and required accessories |
| Refurbished QuantStudio 12K Flex | 384-well configuration listed by Jant | Supplied block, software, computer and refurbishment documentation |
| Refurbished QuantStudio 6 and 7 Pro | 96 or 384 wells, depending on installed block | Model, supplied block, software licenses, refurbishment and calibration documentation, warranty and service terms |
| Refurbished QuantStudio 5 HID | 96 wells, 0.2 mL | Human-identification workflow, HID software and calibration status |
| QIAquant | 96-well 2plex or 5plex; 384-well 5plex | Remaining availability and manufacturer lifecycle notice |
| qTOWER³ Series | 96 or 384 wells, depending on model | Gradient capability, control format and installed optical modules |
Product-family options do not mean every configuration or accessory is included. Confirm quotation contents before ordering.
Choose a System for Your Workflow
Plate Format and Testing Volume
Compare your planned reaction volume with the available plate format. Include controls, standards and replicates when calculating the number of wells required for each run.
Optical Configuration and Assays
Identify the dyes and detection channels required by your assays. Confirm the installed optical configuration, compatible consumables and applicable calibration requirements.
Software and Automation
Specify whether you need touchscreen operation, PC control or integration into an automated workflow. Ask which software licenses, computer hardware, accessories and installation services are included.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is real-time PCR the same as RT-PCR?
Real-time PCR, commonly called qPCR, monitors amplification through fluorescence during the reaction. RT-PCR commonly refers to reverse-transcription PCR. When RNA is converted to complementary DNA and analyzed by real-time PCR, the workflow is called RT-qPCR.
Does a 384-well system process 384 individual samples per run?
A 384-well plate provides 384 reaction positions. The number of individual samples depends on the assay design, including controls, standards and replicate reactions.
What should I confirm when buying a refurbished system?
Request the exact block configuration, included software and computer, calibration and functional-test documentation, warranty terms and available service coverage.
Is the QuantStudio 5 HID the same offering as a general-purpose QuantStudio 5?
The HID model is configured for human-identification workflows, including forensic DNA quantification. Confirm the supplied software and suitability for your intended application rather than assuming all QuantStudio 5 configurations are equivalent.
Can these instruments be used for diagnostic testing?
Do not infer diagnostic suitability from the instrument name or its placement in this category. Review the intended-use labeling for the exact instrument, assay and software configuration. Research-use-only products are not for diagnostic procedures.
Request System Information and Pricing
Tell Jant your preferred plate format, assays, detection channels, expected testing volume and software requirements.
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