Thermo Scientific™ μDrop™ Plate

Low-Volume Plate for Rapid DNA, RNA, and Protein Quantification with Microplate Readers

The Thermo Scientific™ μDrop™ Plate is a specialized low-volume measurement tool designed for fast, accurate photometric quantification of nucleic acids and proteins using only 2–10 µL of sample. Ideal for labs handling precious or limited samples, the μDrop Plate enables rapid assessments of DNA, RNA, and protein concentrations, as well as spectral scans, using Thermo Scientific™ Varioskan™ LUX, Multiskan™ Sky, or Multiskan™ SkyHigh microplate readers.

With 16 measurement positions optimized for use with an 8-channel pipette, the μDrop Plate supports efficient sample loading and processing. It also features a rectangular cuvette slot for added measurement flexibility. The plate is reusable and easy to clean, making it ideal for routine lab workflows involving small-volume assays.

Key Features & Benefits

• Low Sample Volume – Enables accurate measurement of DNA, RNA, and proteins using just 2–10 µL
• 16 Sample Positions – Allows batch processing of multiple samples for increased throughput
• Multichannel Pipette Compatibility – Designed to work seamlessly with 8-channel pipettes
• Instrument Compatibility – Optimized for Varioskan LUX, Multiskan Sky, and SkyHigh readers
• Cuvette Slot Included – Accommodates a rectangular cuvette for larger-volume measurements or standards
• Software Integration – Compatible with SkanIt™ Software and Multiskan SkyHigh UI with preloaded protocols
• Reusable & Easy to Clean – Designed for multiple uses with simple post-assay cleaning procedures

Applications

• Quantification of dsDNA, RNA, and protein samples from low volumes
• Spectral scanning and absorbance-based concentration measurement
• Nucleic acid and protein QC prior to downstream applications (e.g., PCR, library prep)
• Small-volume workflows in genomics, transcriptomics, and proteomics research

Technical Specifications

The Thermo Scientific™ μDrop™ Plate provides a reliable and convenient solution for low-volume nucleic acid and protein quantification. Its intuitive design, compatibility with leading microplate readers, and support for pre-programmed protocols make it an excellent choice for fast, reproducible, and high-throughput sample analysis in research laboratories.