QuantStudio Real-Time PCR System Models

Which QuantStudio real-time PCR system is right for you?

Choosing the QuantStudio Real-Time system that is right for you depends on your sample number, applications, and desire for flexibility. Our platforms support the full range of throughput needs up to the super-high throughput format of OpenArray plates. Browse the categories and specifications below, then click on your model of choice for more informaiton.

QuantStudio 7 and 6 Pro systems

QuantStudio 7 and 6 Pro systems offer flexibility with multiple interchangeable block options to meet changing throughput needs and unique, integrated smart workflow features to maximize productivity.

QuantStudio 5, 3, or 1 systems

QuantStudio 5, 3, or 1 systems offer the standard qPCR applications and functions with remote monitoring and cloud-enabled analytics with fixed 96-well and 384-well (QuantStudio 5 system only) blocks.

QuantStudio 12K Flex system

The QuantStudio 12K Flex system offers the highest level of flexibility in the portfolio and supports the super-high throughput format of OpenArray plates.

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Selection guide

Check out our real-time PCR systems below (and for a lower cost alternative, scroll down to learn about our 3D digital PCR system).

QuantStudio 6 and 7 Pro	QuantStudio 3 and 5	QuantStudio 1	QuantStudio 12K Flex
Typical application
Versatility with multiple interchangeable block options to meet changing throughput needs and unique, integrated smart workflow features to maximize productivity	Support for the standard real-time PCR applications and functions with remote monitoring and cloud-enabled analytics with fixed 96-well or 384-well (QuantStudio 5 system only) blocks.		Delivers the highest level of flexibility in the portfolio and supports the super-high throughput format of OpenArray plates
Throughput
High		Medium	Very high

Hardware
Product details
96-well (0.1 mL block) 96-well (0.2 mL block) 384-well Upgradable to TaqMan Array card (384-well card) *QuantStudio 7 Pro: TaqMan Array card (384-well card)	96-well (0.1 mL block) 96-well (0.2. mL block) *QuantStudio 5: 384-well	96-well (0.2 mL block)	96-well (0.1 mL block) 96-well (0.2 mL block) 384-well TaqMan Array card (384-well card) OpenArray plates (3,072 through-holes)
Touchscreen size
12.1”	8.5”		10.4”
Block style
Interchangeable; no tools required. Enhanced motorized change mechanism can be controlled by a simple voice command.	Fixed	Fixed	Interchangeable; no tools required
Multiplexing and filters
5 or 6 targets 21 filter combinations	Up to 4 targets *QuantStudio 5: limited 96-well up to 6 targets 384-well up to 5 targets 21 filter combinations	Up to 3 targets	96-well up to 6 targets 384-well up to 5 targets 21 filter combinations
Cloud enabled and remote monitoring capable

Dimensions (H x W x D) and weight
54.7 x 33.8 x 52.5 cm; 38 kg	40 x 27 x 50 cm; 26 kg		73.8 x 50.1 x 66.1 cm; 70 kg

Meet our new digital PCR system

QuantStudio Absolute Q Digital PCR System

Dye compatibility	See Optical Configuration for additional details. FAM, HEX, VIC, ABY, ROX, CY5, JUN
Optical multiplexing	Four optical chanels available (five optical channel system, ROX used for reference)
Dynamic range	Five logs
Sensitivity	1–100,000 copies
Precision	±10%
Sample throughput	Up to 16 samples per run. MAP16 plate can be run in intervals of four (i.e., 4, 8, 12, or 16)
Micro-chambers per reaction	20,480
Percentage sample analyzed	> 95%
Dimensions (L x W x H) and weight	620 x 600 x 540 mm; 60 kg

For Research Use Only. Not for use in diagnostic procedures.

Software
Assistance with 21 CFR Part 11 compliance
QuantStudio 7 Pro: Security, auditing, e-signature package QuantStudio 6 Pro: Upgradable package available for purchase	QuantStudio 3: No QuantStudio 5: Security, auditing, e-signature package	No	Optional security, auditing, e-signature package
Wi-Fi Connectivity

Which QuantStudio real-time PCR system is right for you?

Selection guide

Hardware

Software

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