Accuris | SmartDrop Nano Spectrophotometers | Fast, Accurate Microvolume DNA, RNA & Protein Quantification Without a PC
The Accuris SmartDrop™ Nano Spectrophotometers, available from Alto Med Supply, are advanced instruments designed for quick and accurate microvolume analysis of DNA, RNA, and proteins.
These compact benchtop spectrophotometers deliver high-precision results from sample volumes as small as 0.5 to 2.0 microliters, helping laboratories streamline workflows without the need for dilutions.
Each model features a full-color 7-inch touchscreen interface with icon-driven menus and preprogrammed protocols, allowing for fast setup and easy operation without the need for an external computer or software.
All models come equipped with a built-in printer and a cuvette port for OD600 readings, offering additional flexibility for cell density measurements.
The SmartDrop L is the most economical model, ideal for basic DNA, RNA, and protein quantification.
It utilizes LED and silicon detector technology, offering readings at 260 and 280 nm with a fixed 0.5 mm path length.
This model is capable of detecting up to 2,500 ng/µL of double-stranded DNA, delivering results in under five seconds, and automatically calculating 260/280 ratios for purity assessment.
For labs requiring greater sensitivity and spectral analysis, the SmartDrop X offers full-spectrum UV-Vis scanning from 200 to 800 nm.
It features a long-life Xenon lamp paired with a precision monochromator and a highly sensitive CCD detector.
This model supports advanced colorimetric assays such as BCA, Bradford, and Lowry, and includes auto-ranging path lengths of 0.2 mm and 1.0 mm, allowing detection of up to 4,500 ng/µL of dsDNA without dilution.
Full-spectrum analysis is completed in just six seconds, with the option to analyze up to five specific points on the spectrum for custom data output.
The SmartDrop XF is the most advanced model in the series, combining full-spectrum absorbance with an integrated fluorometer for highly sensitive quantification of low-concentration nucleic acids.
It features a patented motorized sample arm and supports three path lengths—0.05 mm, 0.2 mm, and 1.0 mm—providing unmatched versatility and accuracy.
Capable of detecting up to 15,000 ng/µL of dsDNA without dilution, the XF model also supports fluorescence-based quantification using blue light excitation at 460 nm, compatible with dyes such as PicoGreen®, RiboGreen®, GFP, and fluorescein.
Additional UV, green, and red excitation channel options are available upon request.
To support fluorescence-based applications, Alto Med Supply also offers Accuris DNA Quantification Kits, designed for use with the SmartDrop XF, Qubit®, and compatible fluorometers or microplate readers.
These kits include highly selective reagents for dsDNA, ssDNA, and RNA, ensuring accurate and interference-free results.
Each kit contains a concentrated fluorescent assay reagent, dilution buffer, and ready-to-use DNA standards, enabling fast and reliable nucleic acid quantification.
Whether you’re performing routine nucleic acid measurements or advanced fluorescence detection, the Accuris SmartDrop Nano Spectrophotometer series delivers powerful performance and ease of use in one compact, self-contained unit.
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Key Features
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Microvolume analysis: Enables fast and accurate DNA, RNA, and protein quantification using just a small droplet of sample.
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Touchscreen control: Features a 7” full-color touchscreen with icon-driven menus requiring no PC or software.
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Built-in printer and cuvette port: Allows easy printing of results and OD600 measurements using included optical glass cuvettes.
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SmartDrop L model: Affordable LED and silicon detector technology for basic DNA/RNA/protein quantification with fixed 0.5mm path length, detecting up to 2,500 ng/µL dsDNA.
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SmartDrop X model: Full-spectrum absorbance from 200-800 nm, with Xenon lamp and dual path lengths (0.2mm and 1.0mm), detecting up to 4,500 ng/µL dsDNA without dilution.
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Preset assays: Includes software programs for BCA, Bradford, and Lowry protein assays with customizable colorimetric readings.
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SmartDrop XF model: Combines full-spectrum absorbance and integrated fluorometer for sensitive low-concentration DNA quantification, detecting up to 15,000 ng/µL dsDNA.
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Multiple path lengths: Auto-ranging path lengths of 0.05mm, 0.2mm, and 1.0mm for versatile sample measurement without dilution.
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Fluorometer capabilities: Supports fluorescence detection of dyes like PicoGreen, RiboGreen, GFP, and fluorescein using blue light excitation at 460 nm; additional UV, green, and red channels available.
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Sample handling: Patented motorized system stretches sample droplet for precise spectral analysis.
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Data management: Save results in onboard memory, print directly, or export via USB as Excel files.
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Accuris DNA Quantification Kits: Selective fluorescent reagents designed for accurate dsDNA, ssDNA, and RNA quantification compatible with SmartDrop XF and other fluorometers.
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Easy-to-use kits: Kits include assay reagent, dilution buffer, and ready-to-use DNA standards for reliable and interference-free quantification.
Specifications
| Model |
SmartDrop L (NS1000) |
SmartDrop X (NS1010) |
SmartDrop XF (NS1020) |
| Display |
7-inch touch screen |
7-inch touch screen |
7-inch touch screen |
| Minimum sample size |
1.0µl - 2.0µl |
0.5µl - 2.0µl |
0.5µl - 2.0µl |
| Path length |
0.5mm |
0.2mm, 1.0mm |
0.05mm, 0.2mm, 1.0mm |
| Light source |
UV LED |
Xenon Flash Lamp |
Xenon Flash Lamp |
| Detector |
UV Silicon Photocell |
2048 Element Linear Silicon CCD Array |
2048 Element Linear Silicon CCD Array |
| Wavelength |
260, 280, & 600nm |
200 - 800nm (1nm steps) |
200 - 800nm (1nm steps) |
| Absorbance range |
0.2 - 50 A (10mm equivalent) |
0.04 - 90 A (10mm equivalent) |
0.04 - 300 A (10mm equivalent) |
| Absorbance precision |
0.005 A |
0.003 A |
0.003 A |
| Lower limit of detection |
dsDNA: 10ng/µl; BSA: 0.1 mg/ml |
dsDNA: 2ng/µl; BSA: 0.1mg/ml |
dsDNA: 2ng/µl; BSA: 0.1mg/ml |
| Upper limit of detection |
dsDNA: 2,500ng/µl; BSA: 75.0 mg/ml |
dsDNA: 4,500ng/µl; BSA: 135mg/ml |
dsDNA: 15,000ng/µl; BSA: 360mg/ml |
| Detection time |
< 6 seconds |
< 5 seconds |
< 6 seconds |
| Communication ports |
USB for data export |
USB for data export |
USB for data export |
| Voltage input |
DC 24V, 2A |
DC 24V, 2A |
DC 24V, 2A |
| Power |
25W |
25W |
25W |
| Dimensions (WxDxH) |
8.2 x 11.0 x 7.3 in. / 20.8 x 28.0 x 18.6cm |
20.8 x 10.6 x 7.2 in. / 21.0 x 26.8 x 18.1cm |
8.2 x 12.6 x 7.3 in. / 20.8 x 32.0 x 18.6cm |
| Weight |
3.6 kg / 7.9 lbs |
2.8 kg / 6.2 lbs |
3.6 kg / 7.9 lbs |
| Cuvette OD600 detection |
| Absorbance range |
0.0 - 4.0 A |
0.0 - 4.0 A |
0.0 - 4.0 A |
| Absorbance stability |
[0,3) ≤ 0.5%, [3,4) ≤ 2% |
[0,3) ≤ 0.5%, [3,4) ≤ 2% |
[0,3) ≤ 0.5%, [3,4) ≤ 2% |
| Absorbance repeatability |
[0,3) ≤ 0.5%, [3,4) ≤ 2% |
[0,3) ≤ 0.5%, [3,4) ≤ 2% |
[0,3) ≤ 0.5%, [3,4) ≤ 2% |
| Absorbance precision |
[0,2) ≤ 0.005 A, [2,3) ≤ 1%, [3,4) ≤ 2% |
[0,2) ≤ 0.005 A, [2,3) ≤ 1%, [3,4) ≤ 2% |
[0,2) ≤ 0.005 A, [2,3) ≤ 1%, [3,4) ≤ 2% |
| Fluorescence detection |
| Excitation/Emission |
N/A |
N/A |
460 ± 20nm / 525-570nm |
| Sensitivity |
N/A |
N/A |
dsDNA: 0.5pg/µl |
| Linearity |
N/A |
N/A |
R² ≥ 0.995 |
| Repeatability |
N/A |
N/A |
≤ 1.5% |
| Stability |
N/A |
N/A |
≤ 1.5% |
Product Manual
User manual for Accuris SmartDrop Nano Spectrophotometers can be found here.
Shipping
- Free delivery (Contiguous United States Only)
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Delivery ETA 3-7 business days
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We also offer white glove engineer delivery with assembly and demonstration if required. Please contact us for a quote.
- If you require faster shipping or shipping anywhere other than the contiguous United States, please contact us for a shipping quote.
Warranty
This product comes with a 2-year manufacturer's warranty.
Important Notes
The warranty applies only to the original purchaser of a new product.
It does not cover:
- Normal wear and tear
- Damage due to misuse, alteration, tampering, negligence, accidents, lack of maintenance, unauthorized repair, or any other cause beyond the reasonable control of the manufacturer.
If you have any faults with your items, contact us and we'll help to resolve any issues.
Conditions: Warranty is void if the product is altered, misused, or repaired by unauthorized personnel. Damage from improper maintenance or unsuitable environmental conditions is also excluded.
Important: Product Inspection Upon Delivery
Please inspect all items carefully for any damage that may have occurred during shipping immediately after unpacking and report within 24 hours of receiving the product.
Returns
We at Alto Med Supply are committed to ensuring you are delighted with every purchase. However, if you need to make a return, please reach out to us at support@altomedsupply.com, and we'll guide you through the return process.
Here are a few important points to note:
- You have the right to return your order within 30 calendar days of receiving the goods. Beyond this period, we regret that returns cannot be accepted.
- Products must be returned unused, and in their original packaging.
- Return shipping costs and restocking fees apply. You can contact us to find out what that will be at the time of purchase as this value can change.
- Bespoke items cannot be returned unless damaged or faulty.
For more information, please refer to our Terms and Conditions.
Please view our full returns and refund policy here.
