SpotLight Turbo Microarray Scanner Warranty

29th Oct 2026

Microarray Analysis Equipment

SpotLight Turbo Microarray Scanner (Six Color)

Six-color fluorescence scanning for microarray research, genomic analysis, and life science applications.

Product Overview

The SpotLight Turbo Microarray Scanner (Six Color) is a compact fluorescence scanning system designed for researchers who need to detect multiple fluorescent labels on glass microarray slides. It supports six excitation wavelengths—488, 514, 532, 568, 635, and 647 nm—allowing analysis of a range of fluorescent dyes used in molecular biology and genomic research.

The system combines 10 µm scanning resolution, sensitive fluorescence detection, and dedicated controller software to capture microarray signals for downstream analysis. Its cool-excitation technology is designed to help limit unwanted background and photobleaching while supporting fluorescence image acquisition.

The described configuration includes a mini computer, controller software, LED flat-panel display, keyboard, mouse, mouse pad, power supply, and instrument cables.

Product Information

Product Name	SpotLight Turbo Microarray Scanner (Six Color)
Catalog Number	SLMST
Instrument Type	Six-color fluorescence microarray scanner
Slide Format	Standard glass slides, 1 × 25 × 76 mm
Scanning Resolution	10 µm
Maximum Scan Area	25 × 76 mm
Output Format	Standard 16-bit TIFF images
Dynamic Range	Greater than 10,000-fold, as specified in the supplied product information
Computer and Display	Mini computer and LED flat-panel display included in the described configuration
Dry Ice Required	No
Hazardous	No

Six-Color Fluorescence Detection

Fluorescence microarray scanning uses excitation light to stimulate fluorescent labels attached to biological targets. The scanner detects the emitted light and converts it into digital images that can be analyzed to compare signal intensity across array spots.

Excitation Wavelength	Associated Fluorescent Label	Research Use
488 nm	FITC	Fluorescent protein and nucleic acid assays
514 nm	Compatible fluorescent dyes	Multiplex fluorescence analysis
532 nm	Cy3	Gene expression and microarray studies
568 nm	Cy3.5	Multichannel fluorescence detection
635 nm	Cy5	Two-color comparative hybridization
647 nm	Cy5.5	Extended multiplex fluorescence analysis

Note: Excitation wavelengths and dye compatibility should be checked against the instrument's installed optical configuration and the fluorophores used in the assay. Not every dye emitting in a similar spectral range is automatically compatible.

Key Features and Benefits

Six-Color Scanning

Supports multiple fluorescent labels for complex microarray experiments and multiplex detection workflows.

10 µm Resolution

Provides spatially resolved images of microarray features for subsequent signal quantification.

Sensitive Fluorescence Detection

Designed to capture weak fluorescent signals while managing background fluorescence.

Digital Image Export

Produces standard 16-bit TIFF images suitable for compatible microarray quantification and image-analysis workflows.

Compact Integrated Configuration

The described system includes a computer, monitor, controller software, and essential connection cables.

Microarray Applications

The SpotLight Turbo scanner can support research workflows involving compatible fluorescent microarrays, including:

Gene expression profiling: Measuring fluorescence signals associated with hybridized nucleic acid targets.
Comparative genomic hybridization: Comparing labeled DNA samples on compatible array platforms.
Genotyping: Analyzing fluorescent signals associated with selected genetic variants.
Protein microarrays: Detecting fluorescently labeled proteins or binding interactions.
Multiplex biomarker research: Measuring multiple labeled targets in compatible array formats.
Drug discovery research: Supporting microarray-based investigations of biological responses.

Technical Specifications

Reported Detectivity	Less than 0.1 fluorophore per µm² and less than 1,000 fluorophores per spot, as stated in the supplied specifications
Image Dimensions	1392 × 1024 pixels per image
Approximate Image File Size	2.7 MB per image, according to the supplied information
Output Bit Depth	16-bit TIFF
Slide Surface Compatibility	Glass, plastic, hydrogels, nitrocellulose, and nylon, subject to assay and substrate compatibility
Software Compatibility	The supplied specifications list compatibility with MAPIX, GenePix, and other software packages
Listed Operating System	Windows 7
Electrical Requirements	100 or 240 VAC, 50–60 Hz, according to the supplied specifications
Reported Weight	21 kg for SpotLight Turbo

Technical note: The supplied source includes some specifications shared across different SpotLight models. Confirm Turbo-specific dimensions, software compatibility, computer requirements, optical filters, and included accessories with the manufacturer before purchase. Windows 7 is an obsolete operating system; verify current computer and software support.

Included Components

The described SpotLight system configuration includes the following components, subject to the exact package supplied:

SpotLight Turbo six-color fluorescence microarray scanner.
Power supply and appropriate power cable.
USB, FireWire, and other specified instrument connection cables.
Mini computer.
Pre-loaded SpotLight controller software.
LED flat-panel display and monitor cable.
Computer keyboard and mouse.
Mouse pad and power cords.
Test microarray slides, where included in the supplied package.

Basic Operating Workflow

The following is a high-level overview of the scanning workflow. Always follow the instrument manual for the specific model and software version.

Set up the scanner, computer, display, power supply, and required cables.
Power on the system and launch the SpotLight controller software.
Complete the software registration and automatic calibration steps, if required.
Insert a compatible glass microarray slide securely into the slide holder.
Select the appropriate fluorescence channel and perform a pre-scan.
Choose the region of interest and initiate the final scan.
Adjust image gain as appropriate and save the resulting TIFF files.
Analyze the images using compatible microarray quantification software.

Important compatibility note

The supplied documentation lists older computer hardware and Windows 7 requirements. Confirm the current availability of compatible software, interfaces, drivers, service, and replacement components before integrating this scanner into a modern laboratory workflow.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a six-color microarray scanner?

A six-color microarray scanner detects fluorescence from multiple labeling channels, allowing researchers to analyze compatible fluorescent microarrays using different dyes.

What is the scanning resolution?

The supplied SpotLight Turbo specifications list a scanning resolution of 10 µm.

Which file format does the scanner produce?

The supplied specifications describe standard 16-bit TIFF output, which can be processed by compatible image-analysis software.

Which slide format is supported?

The listed standard glass slide format is 1 × 25 × 76 mm.

Conclusion

The SpotLight Turbo Microarray Scanner (Six Color) is designed for fluorescence-based microarray imaging with six excitation wavelengths and 10 µm resolution. Its digital image output and integrated computer configuration support research workflows in gene expression, genotyping, comparative hybridization, and protein microarray analysis. Confirm model-specific specifications, software compatibility, and package contents before ordering.