Description
1. Product Overview
[ PCR plate ] is a precision-engineered, high-purity polypropylene consumable designed for high-throughput thermal cycling in life sciences, diagnostics, and pharmaceutical R&D. Its primary industrial use is enabling reliable DNA/RNA amplification, qPCR, and sample storage workflows across automated liquid handling platforms. The key value proposition lies in ultra-low sample retention, superior thermal transfer, and certified DNase/RNase-free performance that reduces assay variability and reagent waste. It is strategically important in the market because standardized, contamination-free PCR plates directly impact data integrity, regulatory compliance, and operational throughput for CROs, biomanufacturers, and clinical labs scaling molecular testing.
2. Key Specifications & Technical Characteristics
- Chemical composition or material components: 100% virgin medical-grade polypropylene, USP Class VI compliant; free of BPA, latex, and heavy metals
- Purity level or grade: Certified DNase-free, RNase-free, human DNA-free, endotoxin-free <0.001 EU/mL; PCR inhibitor-free per ISO 13485 cleanroom standards
- Physical characteristics: 96-well skirted/semi-skirted/non-skirted formats; ANSI/SLAS footprint 127.76 x 85.48 mm; well volume 0.2 mL; uniform 0.3 mm wall thickness for rapid thermal transfer; alphanumeric grid; available in natural, white, and black; raised well rims for effective sealing; compatible with -80°C to 120°C
- Packaging options: 25 plates per sleeve, 100 plates per carton; bulk 500 plates per case; individually wrapped sterile option; barcode customization available
- Shelf life: 5 years from date of manufacture when stored in original packaging at 15–30°C, <60% RH
3. Core Industrial Applications
- Primary industries that use this product: Molecular diagnostics, pharmaceutical QC/release testing, biotech R&D, clinical genomics, academic core labs, food safety testing, and contract research organizations
- Specific operational use cases: qPCR and endpoint PCR assays, NGS library preparation, high-throughput screening, automated sample archiving, and robotic liquid handling integration on platforms including Hamilton, Tecan, and Beckman Coulter
- Why this product performs better than alternatives: Ultra-thin, uniform wells deliver ±0.1°C well-to-well thermal consistency, reducing Ct variation. Low-binding surface technology ensures >98% sample recovery, minimizing costly reagent overage.
- Efficiency, durability, or cost advantages: Skirted design prevents warping during cycling, cutting seal failures and reruns by >30%. High dimensional stability enables 24/7 automation without jams, reducing labor costs and increasing instrument utilization.
4. Competitive Advantages
- Quality consistency: 100% leak-tested and optically inspected; Cpk >1.67 on critical dimensions; lot-to-lot CV <2% for thermal performance
- Supply reliability: Dual-site ISO 13485 manufacturing with 6-month safety stock program; 99.3% on-time-in-full delivery rate globally
- Logistics capability: Regional distribution hubs in US, EU, and APAC; <72-hour lead time for pallet quantities; IATA-compliant sterile shipping
- Price competitiveness: Tiered bulk pricing with LTA options; 12–18% TCO reduction vs. mixed-vendor sourcing due to lower failure rates
- Sustainability or environmental benefits: Manufactured using 35% renewable energy; recyclable #5 PP; bulk packaging reduces corrugate waste by 40% vs. standard cases
- Technical support or documentation availability: Full dossier with COA, COO, TSE/BSE statements, extractables data, and USP <661.1> compliance; dedicated application scientists for assay transfer support
5. Commercial & Supply Information
- Minimum order quantity (MOQ): BULK 20MT
- Loading capacity: 12.5 MT per 20ft container, 25 MT per 40ft container








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