Product Description
Eppendorf Cell Imaging Plates
The Eppendorf Cell Imaging Plates are black 24- or 96-well plates with clear bottom. You have the choice between a 170 m coverglass bottom or an ultrathin 25 m film bottom.
Independent of the choice of material the plates are suitable for growing adherent cells due to their TC treated surfaces.
Product Information
Eppendorf Cell Imaging Plates are black 24- or 96-well plates with clear bottom made of either a thin 25 m film or a 170 m cover glass. The plates with film bottom have excellent light transmission rates even for UV-A and UV-B light. The autofluorescence of the material is lower than a conventional polystyrene bottom with a significant reduction in background signaling. Furthermore, the film bottom enables high gas transfer: oxygen supply and equilibration with the atmosphere are achieved directly through the plate bottom. The glass bottom plates offer excellent planarity for sophisticated microscopic analysis.
Our rigorous quality assurance for Eppendorf Cell Imaging Consumables includes
Proof on non-cytotoxicity according to ISO 10993 specifications
Lot-certified sterility according to ISO 11137 and 11135
Sterility assurance level (SAL) of 10-6
Lot-specific testing and certification for absence of detectable pyrogens, DNA, DNase and RNase
Testing for cell attachment and cell growth with an anchorage-dependent cell line
Features
- TC treated surfaces for efficient growth of adherent cells
- All plate types have a low skirt design perfectly suited to access all wells with immersion objectives
- An excellent signal-to-noise ratio can be expected regardless of the plate bottom type
- Excellent planarity of all plates ensures unsurpassed manual handling and reliable results in automated devices
- Individually wrapped for reliable purity
- The ultrathin film bottom allows for high gas permeability and UV-light transparancy, ideal for phototoxicity and hypoxic studies
High Optical Clarity for Advanced ImagingExperience unparalleled image quality using Eppendorf Cell Imaging Plates. The optically clear, 0.5 mm cycloolefin bottom provides outstanding transparency and low autofluorescence, crucial for high-resolution microscopy and assays involving fluorescence. This clarity facilitates precise cell observation and data accuracy, especially important in demanding research and drug discovery workflows.
Enhanced Cell Attachment with Advanced Surface TreatmentEvery well is TC-treated and infused with cyclodextrin, fostering superior cell adhesion and growth. This combination creates a stable environment for a wide range of cell types, making these plates suitable for both standard and specialty live cell applications. The surfaces compatibility ensures consistent assay performance in both manual and automated settings.
FAQs of Eppendorf Cell Imaging Plates:
Q: How do Eppendorf Cell Imaging Plates improve high-resolution imaging results?
A: These plates feature an optically clear, 0.5 mm cycloolefin bottom and black polystyrene walls to minimize light interference and autofluorescence, resulting in enhanced image clarity and reliable data for fluorescence and live cell assays.
Q: What types of cells and assays are these plates suitable for?
A: The TC-treated surface with cyclodextrin promotes attachment for a variety of cell types, making the plates ideal for cell imaging, fluorescent assays, and live cell experiments in both research and diagnostic laboratories.
Q: When should I use these plates for automated imaging processes?
A: Use Eppendorf Cell Imaging Plates whenever precise well positioning and compatibility with automated microscopy or imaging systems is needed. Their stackability and dimensional accuracy make them optimal for high-throughput and automated workflows.
Q: Where can I safely store and use these cell imaging plates?
A: They can be stored and used at ambient temperature up to 37 C, depending on assay requirements, and are individually wrapped to maintain sterility until use in laboratory environments.
Q: What benefit does the condensation ring lid offer during cell culture assays?
A: Condensation ring lids reduce evaporation and condensation on the plate surface, helping to maintain consistent working volumes and preventing edge effects during incubation and imaging.
Q: How are these imaging plates packaged for sterility and convenience?
A: Each plate is gamma-irradiated sterile and individually wrapped. This packaging ensures the plates remain uncontaminated until unsealed, supporting stringent lab protocols for sensitive cell assays.