The product has unique accuracy and suitability to the job. Indeed, it is the most sensitive and precise device I've ever used in my laboratory.
DS-C Cuvette Spectrophotometer
Why Do Scientists Choose the DS-C Spectrophotometer?
The DeNovix DS-C Spectrophotometer offers outstanding dynamic range, sensitivity, flexibility and ease of use. The instrument is ready right out of the box—no PC setup or software installation is required. From GMP compliance facilities to teaching labs, the versatile DS-C makes absorbance measurements simple with application-specific EasyApps™ software.
Intuitive, Compact & Stand-Alone
Outstanding dynamic range, sensitivity, flexibility and ease of use. Full spectrum UV-Vis: 190 – 840 nm.
Powerful EasyApps™ Software
Easy-to-use, intuitive software designed by life scientists, for life scientists.
Flexible Export & Connectivity
Wi-Fi, USB, Email, Ethernet and more. Data app automatically saves results.
Kinetics
Create simple kinetics methods measuring two absorbance wavelengths over a user-defined measurement frequency and period. EasyApps streamlines the process to create and save custom methods and enables cuvette temperature control between and 37° and 45° C.
Cell Culture OD 600
The high-particulate nature of bacterial cell cultures benefit from a longer measurement pathlength. The particulates in these samples scatter light, and a 10mm pathlength provides a longer cross-section of the sample for the spectrophotometer’s light beam to travel through. This ensures the highest degree of accuracy and reproducibility when measuring these types of samples.
Maintenance-Free Design
No need for routine recalibration or scheduled maintenance procedures—the DS-C Spectrophotometer is calibrated for life!
Accepts a Large Variety of Cuvettes
The DS-C is compatible with standard quartz or plastic cuvettes with an industry-standard 8.5 mm z-height. Select from standard, semi-micro cuvettes and specialized microvolume cuvettes. Pathlengths from 0.125 to 10 mm can be selected in EasyApps, providing assay flexibility and extended dynamic range. Upper concentration limit is extended with shorter pathlengths.
Ideal for Teaching Environments
With its stand-alone functionality and intuitive user interface, the DS-C is the perfect spectrophotometer for classroom settings.
Wide Range of Applications
Nucleic Acid Quantification
- Separate pre-configured apps for optimized workflow
- Sample contaminant alerts
- Pre-configured and user-defined factors for ssDNA ensures appropriate concentration calculations
- 260/280 and 260/230 ratios displayed
- 11 pre-configured dyes and fluorophores for Microarray
- Option to add an unlimited number of new dyes for quick recall in Microarray
Protein Quantification
- Pre-configured and user defined protein types for A280 and Labeled Proteins
- Pre-configured Peptide app for easy peptide analysis at A205/215
- Quick addition of new user-defined protein types for improved workflow
- Ultra short pathlength enables high absorbance capability: up to 750 mg/mL BSA
- 11 pre-configured dyes and fluorophores for Labeled Proteins
- Option to add an unlimited number of new dyes for quick recall in Labeled Proteins
- BCA, Bradford, Lowry and 660 nm colorimetric assays optimized for ease of use
- Quick save and recall of standard curves available
UV-Vis and Custom Apps
- Simple but powerful apps enable measurement of more than just nucleic acids and proteins
- Full spectrum analysis (190 – 840 nm)
- Broad absorbance range for highly concentrated samples (up to 750 A, 1 cm equivalent)
- Add new user-defined standard curve methods
- Add custom formulas to eliminate downstream calculations
- Add kinetics methods (DS-11+ / DS-11 FX+ models)
Fluorescence Quantification
- Measurement ranges
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*0.0005 ng/µL – 4000 ng/µL dsDNA
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*0.25 – 1500 ng/µL RNA
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- Four user-selectable LED light sources – compatible with all commonly used quantification assays e.g. DeNovix assays, Thermo Fisher Qubit™ assays, Thermo Fisher Quant-iT™ assays, and Promega Quantifluor™ assays
- Easy configuration of additional assays
- Single or multi-replicate standard curve options
- User control of line fit, trend line analysis, subtraction of blank
- User control of assay and reported sample concentration units
- Save and re-use curves and lists of standard concentrations
*Using DeNovix Fluorescence Quantification assays. For other kits please see manufacturer’s specifications.
Custom Fluorescence Apps
- Add new standard curve based fluorescent assays (nucleic assay, protein or other)
- Basic Fluorometer app returns RFU values for a wide range of fluorophores
Upgrade to fluorescence with the FX Module, and instantly access DeNovix fluorometer EasyApps
Kinetics and OD600
- Full spectrum analysis (190 – 840 nm), with dual or single wavelength monitoring
- Built-in heater with temperature control between 37° and 45° C.
- Dual graphs enable absorbance vs. time or absorbance vs. wavelength plots
- All kinetic data saved
- Estimated cell number calculator included in OD 600 app
DS-Series Models and Specifications
Which DS-Series model is right for your lab? Compare all spectrophotometer fluorometer models with the full list of features and specifications.
 DS-11 Series |  DS-8X |  DS-7 |  DS-C |  QFX |
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| 1 µL UV-Vis Samples | ✅ | ✅ x 8 | ✅ | - | - |
| Cuvette Absorbance | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | - |
| Fluorescence | ✅ | Add On | - | Add On | ✅ |
| Detection Limit (dsDNA) | 0.0005 – 37,500 ng/µL | 2 – 11,000 ng/µL | 2 – 15,000 ng/µL | 0.04 – 75 ng/µL | 0.0005 – 4,000 ng/µL |
Software Features
EasyApps™ Software
EasyApps software is designed by life scientists and combines with an intuitive touchscreen interface to ensure error-free operation and sample to data in under 3 seconds. Every instrument is ready to go right out of the box – no PC set-up or software installation required.
User Accounts and Data Handling
- All data is automatically saved and searchable in the Data App
- Password protected accounts available
- LIMS compatible data export format
- Print microfuge tube labels using a DeNovix supported printer
- Print reports to a networked printer or DeNovix supported label printer
- Export full data sets via email; save to a network folder or USB thumb drive
Exporting
Simply and securely connect the QFX to your network by Wi-Fi or Ethernet to enable data exporting by email, or print reports to network or label printers.
Each measurement is automatically saved to a large onboard memory, enabling storage and retrieval of millions of samples. For labs requiring external data storage, network folder locations can be defined for each user account to automatically export and archive results.
IQ/OQ
A full installation and qualification (IQ/OQ) package is available for all DS-Series models.
Quote includes IQ/OQ documentation and reagents necessary for end-user completion of IQ/OQ process. On-site services are not provided by DeNovix.
Diagnostics
Although the DeNovix DS-11 Series’s propriety SmartPath™ technology enables accurate pathlength control and eliminates the need for routine recalibration, labs may choose to run the Diagnostics app to verify that the instrument is working within specifications. The Self Test option within the app is designed to easily verify the correct operation of the flash lamp and detector.
Other Apps
21 CFR Part 11 Compliance Ready
EasyApps Secure provides an optional suite of software controls that allow regulated GxP facilities to easily add DS-11 Series instruments to their compliant workflows (view the compliance statement). The software is fully integrated within the onboard operating system and includes a range of features essential to ensuring compliance, including:
- Password protected system access
- Integrated electronic signature controls
- Comprehensive user account management
- Secure audit trail recording
- Advanced data handling and export tools
FX Module: Upgrade to Fluorescence
Instantly add the power of fluorescence detection to the DS-C Spectrophotometer.
- Same sensitivity and 4-channel flexibility as the DS-11 FX+, DS-11 FX and QFX
- Connect USB to immediately enable DeNovix fluorometric EasyApps
- Compatible with commercially available assays, including those designed for Thermo Fisher’s Qubit™ fluorometer and Promega’s Quantus™ fluorometer platforms
Reviews
The DS-C Spectrophotometer has a 4.9 / 5 star rating on SelectScience from independent scientist reviews.
This spectrophotometer is an excellent piece of lab equipment! It is easy to use and data is displayed clearly. There are also options to email/export data to your own computer. When performing assays, the UV-Vis functionality makes data collection a breeze!
Aisha Burton
The DeNovix DS-C has a small footprint which was necessary for our lab space. Upgrading the software regularly is simple to do and helps maintain the applications on the unit. After purchase customer service is some of the best I have ever experienced! I would highly recommend the DeNovix Spectrophotometers!
Cassandra Walker
Fluorometers are used for precise quantitation of biological molecules including nucleic acids and proteins in microliter (μl) samples.
User Guide for the DS-11 Series Spectrophotometer / Fluorometer.
Whether you're curious about optimizing sample prep or LED selection, check out this resource on the best practices for fluorescence measurement.
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