The Applied Biosystems QuantStudio 3 Real-Time PCR System is designed for users who need an affordable, easy-to-use real-time PCR system that doesn't compromise performance and quality. The simplified Design and Analysis software is ideal for both first-time and experienced users. When connected to iConnect, Thermo Fisher's cloud-based platform, the QuantStudio 3 system provides access to your data wherever and whenever you want. Using proven OptiFlex technology (featuring four coupled channels and white LED) and featuring three independent Veriflex temperature zones, the QuantStudio 3 system enables improved data accuracy and sensitivity for a broad range of genomic applications.

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Features of the QuantStudio 3 system include:

• Simplified instrument software with interactive touchscreen for greater ease of use
• Proven OptiFlex technology (four coupled channels with white LED) for trusted results
• Secure cloud-based software option provides increased accessibility and storage options
• User account management, locked workflow, and Pause features for greater control of experiments
• 96-well 0.2 mL format or 96-well 0.1 mL format

iConnect
iConnect provides scientists with a secure place to store, analyze, and share data. Upload data from the instrument or upload your own files from anywhere you have web access. Applied Biosystems qPCR Analysis Modules within iConnect are web browser-based software tools that are flexible, fast and easy to use.

Easy to use
The QuantStudio 3 Real-Time PCR System is compact in form, factory calibrated and is delivered in user-friendly packaging to enable fast and simple installation for immediate use. The interactive touchscreen provides a modern usability experience and the simplified instrument software/pre-optimized protocol templates allow users of any experience level to quickly set up and start a run.

Design and analysis software options:

Option 1: QuantStudio Design and Analysis cloud software
• Supports web browser-based system configuration with PC or MAC computer
• Streamlined software for improved usability and response time
• Enables secure access of your data when and where you want through the cloud
• No software to install, no licenses and no versions to update

Option 2: QuantStudio Design and Analysis desktop software
• Supports traditional co-located computer system configuration on Windows 10 OS
• Streamlined software for improved usability and response time
• No licenses to purchase

Results you can trust
Improved well-to-well and instrument-to-instrument data accuracy is achieved with OptiFlex technology, which features four coupled excitation and emission filter channels with white LED.

Sensitive data analysis
Detect changes in target quantity as small as 1.5-fold in single-plex reactions and obtain 10 logs of linear dynamic range.

High application versatility
Simple and optimized protocols, reliable assays and reagents, and intuitive software are available for a broad range of applications, including gene expression, genetic variation, gene regulation, and more.