A Blue light box offers advantages over UV transilluminators when viewing and cutting DNA gels and protein gels. They are safer to use and do not not have the risk of a burn to eyes or skin from exposure to UV. They also do not damage DNA, a risk inherent with the use of a UV transilluminators. This makes the UltraSlim and UltraBright blue light transilluminators excellent choices for cutting bands from gels.
Another nice feature of the UltraBright and UltraSlim blue light transilluminator is the folding variable position amber screen. The screen can be adjusted for optimal viewing angles and the end user is able to view gel bands without the need to purchase, and wear, blue light transilluminator glasses. The variable position screen gives researchers easy access and viewing for cutting bands from gels.
New England BioGroup offers the UltraSlim and UltraBright UV transillumators at very reasonable prices. We are available to discuss your options and help you decide which system best fits your needs.
