IMPLEN OD600 Determination of Cell Density
Product Specifications
- Power Switch: Compatible with gloves
- Wifi & Battery Status
- Touch-screen
- Settings available
- USB A Port and USB C Port
- Ethernet connectivity
Product Usage Instructions
- Connect the device to power.
- Turn on the device by pressing the Power Button.
- Select a method (OD600 or McFarland).
- Place the reference (blank) or sample into the sample compartment.
- Ensure correct alignment of cuvettes as indicated by device arrows. The optical height is 8.5 mm.
- Press the blank/sample button.
- The sample’s OD is shown in absorbance units (Abs) or McFarland units (MFU).
- The default McFarland tube type is 16 mm with a preprogrammed standard curve; no new calibration needed.
- For detailed information on McFarland Standard Curve calibration, refer to the manual.
- Export your data using the Sample-List function.
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Quick Start Guide
The Implen OD600 is a user-friendly device for measuring sample optical density at ~600 nm, ideal for various applications including cell growth rates and McFarland turbidity measurements.
Overview
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A |
Sample holder |
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B |
Power Switch |
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C |
Wifi & Battery Status |
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D |
Glove-Compat- ible Touch- screen |
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E |
Settings |
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F |
McFarland App |
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G |
OD600 App |
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H |
USB A Port |
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I |
Ambient light |
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J |
Ethernet |
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K |
USB C Port |
Instructions
- Connect the device to power.
- Turn on the device (press Power Button).
- Select a method (OD600 or McFarland).
- Place reference (blank) or sample into sample compartment.
- Ensure correct alignment of cuvettes as indicated by device arrows. The optical height is 8.5 mm.
- Press the blank/sample button.
- The sample’s OD is shown in absorbance units (Abs) or McFarland units (MFU).
- The Default McFarland tube type is 16 mm with a preprogrammed standard curve; no new calibration is needed. Further details about McFarland Standard Curve calibration can be found in the manual.
- Export your data using the Sample List function.
Compatible Sample Containers
| Container Type | Path Length | Minimum Volume | Virtual Dilution | Adapter |
| DiluCell™ 10 | 0.9 mm | 300 μl | 1:11 | – |
| Macro Cuvette | 10 mm | 1 ml | – | – |
| Semi-micro Cuvette | 10 mm | 0.5 ml | – | – |
| 10 mm Tubes | N/A* | 0.9 ml | – | – |
| 12 mm Tubes | N/A* | 1.1 ml | – | – |
| 16 mm Tubes | N/A* | 2.2 ml | – | – |
| 18 mm Tubes | N/A* | 2.2 ml | – | – |
*Depends on tube being used.
For detailed information, refer to the User Manual which you can access via the QR-code or be found at: https://www.implen.de/downloads/
Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: How do I calibrate the McFarland Standard Curve?
A: Detailed instructions for McFarland Standard Curve calibration can be found in the user manual.Q: What are the compatible sample containers for the product?
A: The compatible sample containers include DiluCellTM with various path lengths and cuvette sizes. Please refer to the specifications for more details.Q: Where can I find the user manual for more information?
A: You can access the user manual via the provided QR code or through this link: User Manual Download
Documents / Resources
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IMPLEN OD600 Determination of Cell Density [pdf] User Guide OD600 Determination of Cell Density, OD600, Determination of Cell Density, of Cell Density, Cell Density, Density |