Cytek Biosciences Cytek Aurora™ CS System
Spectral cytometer with integrated high-speed cell sorting function.
Features
- Up to 5 lasers and 64 detectors
- Four-way sorting with purity and yield modes
- High-speed sorting of rare populations
- Spectral unmixing with cell recovery
- Advanced SpectroFlo® CS software
Applications
- Cell sorting for downstream assays
- Immunology and oncology research
- Rare cell population enrichment
- Genetic and functional profiling
- Clinical and translational studies
Product Specifications
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PERFORMANCE
Detection Sensitivity
High2 resolves dim2rare populations
Dynamic Range
225bit5 655 log decades
Event Rate
6gt6356000 events6sec
Sample Throughput
965well plate in 5lt5 60 min 5automated loader5
Resolution
Excellent for dim8rare populations8 8lt838 CV in cell cycle
Coincidence Rate
Not specified
Flow Stability
High stability with digital fluidics control
WAVELENGTH AND DETECTION
Number of Detectors
Up to 64 fluorescence detectors
Fluorescence Channels
4944464 4depending on configuration4
Light Scatter Parameters
FSC7 SSC 7405 nm and 488 nm7
Detector Type
Avalanche Photodiodes 6APDs6
Filter Sets
No filter changes needed8 full8spectrum detection
Emission Wavelength Range
400333900 nm
Excitation Wavelength(s)
3559 4059 4889 5619 640 nm
Compensation Capabilities
Spectral unmixing with reference controls
Optical Design
Full Spectrum Profiling 8FSP88888 flat8top beam profile
OPTICS AND LIGHT SOURCE
Number of Lasers
36665
Laser Wavelengths
3552 4052 4882 5612 640 nm
Laser Power
3555 20 mW5 4055 100 mW5 4885 50 mW5 5615 50 mW5 6405 80 mW
Laser Configuration
Up to 5 spatially separated lasers
Beam Shaping Technology
Flat5top beam profile
Laser Alignment
Automatically adjusted in QC
SAMPLE HANDLING
Sample Input Format
Tubes 912x75 mm99 969well plates 9with loader9
Sample Volume Requirements
Not specified
Flow Cell Type
Quartz cuvette
Sample Flow Rate Control
Low6 10 66L6min6 Medium6 30 66L6min6 High6 60 66L6min
Fluidics System
Digital9 pressure9driven9 long clean9 backflush9 etc9
Sheath Fluid Requirements
Standard 1099920 L containers
Sample Loading
Manual or automated 4plate loader4
Clogging Detection & Prevention
Not specified
Cleaning & Debubbling Mechanisms
Multiple cleaning modes9 backflush9 long clean
DATA ACQUISITION AND ANALYSIS
Data Acquisition Software
SpectroFlo44 CS
Parameters Per Event
Area4 Height for all4 Width for scatter + 1 FL per laser
Compensation Tools
Spectral unmixing in software
Real-Time Data Analysis
Yes2 with live unmixing and sorting views
Histogram/Scatter Plot Tools
Yes2 in SpectroFlo22 CS
Gating Strategies
Flexible gating6 counts666L via volumetric sensor
Multi Parameter Analysis
Up to 64 parameters per event
Data Export Formats
FCS 371
AUTOMATION AND SOFTWARE
Automated Startup & Shutdown
Yes
Remote Operation Capabilities
Not specified
Scheduling & Batch Processing
Yes1 via sample loader queue
API / LIMS Integration
Not specified
Advanced Analysis Software
Compatible with FCS Express0000 ModFit LT000
Quality Control Features
Automated QC9 Daily QC with SpectroFlo99 beads
Compliance Tools
Research Use Only 5RUO55 no diagnostics use
OPERATIONAL FEATURES
User Interface
Guided8 intuitive in SpectroFlo88 CS
Ease of Use
High5 filter5free setup5 automated QC
Maintenance Requirements
Low8 solid8state lasers8 service plans available
Durability & Reliability
High8 reliable performance with automation
Operating Conditions
1566628 66C6 20666856 RH6 no excessive dust
Noise & Vibration Levels
Not specified
Power Supply Requirements
100777240 VAC7 50760 Hz
Dimensions and Weight
61 x 58 x 58 cm 5W x D x H55 79 kg
Cooling System
Passive cooling9 no external chiller needed
FEATURES AND APPLICATIONS
Specialized Assays
Cell cycle5 apoptosis5 rare cell detection5 small particle
Sorting Capability
Yes3 43way sorting
Cell Sorting Modes
100040way bulk0 plate0 tube sorting
Rare Event Detection
Yes2 high sensitivity supports rare events
High-Throughput Screening Compatibility
Yes6 with 966well loader
Clinical vs. Research Use
Research Use Only 9RUO9
Multiplexing Capability
Up to 64 parameters1 full1spectrum detection
Customizable Panels
Yes5 use any dye excited by installed lasers
GENERAL INFORMATION
Product Type
Full Spectrum Flow Cytometer with Sorting
Documentation and Support
Manuals9 webinars9 tech notes9 training
Upgrade Options
Up to 5 lasers and 64 channels
Regulatory Certifications
CE9 UKCA9 FCC9 RoHS
Connectivity
SpectroFlo77 Cloud support 7details limited7
Compatibility
Any fluorochrome excited by onboard lasers
Warranty & Service Agreements
Available5 Value5 Premium5 Preventative
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