TC-32 Mini Thermal Cycler – Benchmark Instruments
The TC-32 Mini Thermal Cycler by Benchmark Instruments is a compact and user-friendly PCR thermal cycler designed for small-scale applications. It accommodates 32 x 0.2 ml tubes, features a full-color touchscreen for intuitive programming, and offers fast heating/cooling with high temperature accuracy. Ideal for small labs, educational settings, or mobile lab setups.
TC-32 Mini Thermal Cycler
“Mini sized” doesn’t have to mean a sacrifice on features and performance. Benchmark’s TC-32 Mini Thermal Cycler retains the advanced programming features, easy to use software and fast, reliable cycling of the larger TC-9639 Thermal Cycler, but with a smaller block and lower price point.
Designed for lower throughput needs, the TC-32 Mini Thermal Cycler has a capacity for 32×0.2ml tubes. The wells are arranged in a 4×8 format, allowing the block to accept strips of 8 as well as individual tubes. The block heats and cools very quickly – at rates as fast as 5°C/second. A proprietary algorithm controls block temperature, bringing samples quickly to the target temperature without any over- or under-shoot. Excellent block uniformity ensures consistency sample to sample.
Operation of the thermal cycler is controlled from the large, full color, touch screen. Icon driven menus allow users to get running quickly. Programming is extremely simple and includes options for time and temperature increment/decrements, adjustable ramp rates, and auto pause and restart functions. More than 100 typical programs can be stored in memory and easily recalled. After a run, samples can be held at 4°C. An on-screen report is also available at the completion of a run.
The heated lid is self adjusting – the spring loaded platen in the lid comes firmly into contact with the tops of the tubes to prevent sample evaporation and condensation. There are no knobs to turn or levers to adjust. The temperature of the heated lid can be changed or the heating function of the lid may be turned off.
With a footprint less than that of the average laboratory notebook, the TC-32 Mini Thermal Cycler will fit almost anywhere. Its reduced capacity block and economical price make the TC-32 Mini Thermal Cycler the perfect choice for lower throughput laboratories and educational facilities.
For research use only.
✅ “Mini” sized, 9 x 7 inch footprint
✅ Capacity for 32 x 0.2ml or 4 PCR Strips
✅ Intuitive touch screen control
✅ Program Wizard with familiar icon driven programming
✅ Optimize results with Accuris™ PCR reagents
IDEAL FOR
✅ Standard PCR amplification
✅ DNA/RNA amplification for molecular biology workflows
✅ Genotyping and genetic testing
✅ Educational lab training and demonstrations
✅ Field or mobile lab applications
✅ Small-scale research projects
✅ Pathogen detection and diagnostics
✅ cDNA synthesis
✅ Primer testing and optimization
✅ Routine thermal cycling in clinical or academic labs
FEATURES
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 0.2ml tubes: 328 x 0.2ml strips: 4 |
| Temperature Control Range | 0° to 99°C |
| Temperature Control | Simulated sample or block |
| Accuracy / Uniformity | ± 0.25°C / ± 0.25°C |
| Ramp Rate | Heating: 5°C/sec (max)Cooling: 4°C/sec (max) |
| Lid Temperature | 30°C to 112°C (user adjustable) |
| Program Memory | Over 100 typical programs |
| Increments/Decrements | Both time and temperature |
| Power Failure Restart | Yes |
| Power Supply | Universal 100 to 240V, 50 to 60 Hz |
| Dimensions | 7.2 x 9.2 x 6.2 in. / 18.2 x 23.2 x 15.7 cm |
| Weight | 6.4 lbs / 2.9 kg |
| Warranty | 2 years |
