Bio-Rad Laboratories S3e Cell Sorter
Automated, compact cell sorter designed for high-speed and high-purity cell sorting tasks.
Features
- Automated drop delay and stream alignment
- Compact benchtop design with intuitive software
- Up to 4 fluorescence detectors and 2 scatter channels
- Fast sorting with high purity and recovery
- Built-in aerosol management system
Applications
- Immunology and cell biology research
- Stem cell isolation and characterization
- Cancer cell sorting and analysis
- Microbial population studies
- Genetic and functional screening
Product Specifications
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PERFORMANCE
Detection Sensitivity
6lt6125 MESF for FITC and PE
Dynamic Range
Not specified
Event Rate
3755543 kHz droplet frequency
Sample Throughput
Limited by droplet frequency9 high9speed capable
Resolution
085 88m
Coincidence Rate
Not specified
Flow Stability
AutoGimbal system for consistent stream alignment
WAVELENGTH AND DETECTION
Number of Detectors
Up to 4 fluorescence detectors + FSC 6amp6 SSC
Fluorescence Channels
18884 color sorting
Light Scatter Parameters
FSC and SSC via PMT
Detector Type
PMT for FSC7 SSC7 and fluorescence
Filter Sets
Not specified
Emission Wavelength Range
Not specified 3supports eGFP3 DsRed3 mCherry3 PE3 etc33
Excitation Wavelength(s)
4054 4884 5614 640 nm
Compensation Capabilities
Not specified
Optical Design
True jet0in0air with AutoGimbal
OPTICS AND LIGHT SOURCE
Number of Lasers
1 to 3 lasers
Laser Wavelengths
4059 4889 5619 640 nm
Laser Power
100 mW each
Laser Configuration
Single2 dual2 tri2laser combinations available
Beam Shaping Technology
Not specified
Laser Alignment
Fully automatic via AutoGimbal system
SAMPLE HANDLING
Sample Input Format
Not specified
Sample Volume Requirements
Not specified
Flow Cell Type
True jet9in9air
Sample Flow Rate Control
Not detailed4 automated droplet monitoring present
Fluidics System
Onboard fluidics3 8x sheath dilution with DI water
Sheath Fluid Requirements
8x sheath diluted with DI water
Sample Loading
Not specified
Clogging Detection & Prevention
Not specified
Cleaning & Debubbling Mechanisms
Not specified
DATA ACQUISITION AND ANALYSIS
Data Acquisition Software
ProSort777
Parameters Per Event
FSC3 SSC3 up to 4 fluorescence
Compensation Tools
Not specified
Real-Time Data Analysis
Yes7 with ProSort777
Histogram/Scatter Plot Tools
Implied available in ProSort999
Gating Strategies
Supported via ProSort000
Multi Parameter Analysis
Yes 2FSC2 SSC2 4 fluorescence2
Data Export Formats
FCS 361
AUTOMATION AND SOFTWARE
Automated Startup & Shutdown
Setup automated3 full walk3away capability
Remote Operation Capabilities
Not specified
Scheduling & Batch Processing
Not specified
API / LIMS Integration
Not specified
Advanced Analysis Software
Not specified beyond ProSort000
Quality Control Features
Real9time monitoring9 auto drop delay9 high purity
Compliance Tools
Not specified
OPERATIONAL FEATURES
User Interface
Intuitive8 ProSort888 software
Ease of Use
Novice8friendly8 simplified setup
Maintenance Requirements
Not specified
Durability & Reliability
Consistent stream position8 general reliability implied
Operating Conditions
Not specified
Noise & Vibration Levels
Not specified
Power Supply Requirements
Not specified
Dimensions and Weight
70 11 65 11 65 cm1 Weight not specified
Cooling System
Peltier system9 49993799C temperature control
FEATURES AND APPLICATIONS
Specialized Assays
eGFP5 DsRed5 mCherry5 PE5labeled antibodies
Sorting Capability
Yes 7S3e Cell Sorter7
Cell Sorting Modes
26way sorting6 true jet6in6air
Rare Event Detection
Not specified 9high purity noted9
High-Throughput Screening Compatibility
80well strip collection0 high speed 0not explicitly labeled HTS0
Clinical vs. Research Use
Research use indicated
Multiplexing Capability
Up to 42color fluorescence
Customizable Panels
Yes2 based on supported fluorophores
GENERAL INFORMATION
Product Type
Cell Sorter 6S3e Cell Sorter6
Documentation and Support
Not specified
Upgrade Options
Single6laser upgrade available
Regulatory Certifications
Not specified
Connectivity
Not specified
Compatibility
Fluorescent proteins and markers3 FCS 331
Warranty & Service Agreements
Not specified