EZEEcycler TRI Triple Block Thermal Cycler

The Triple Block Thermal Cycler EZEEcycler TRI is a high-throughput PCR platform designed for laboratories that need to run multiple independent experiments at the same time. Its three independently controlled 48-well blocks allow users to perform up to 3 × 48 samples simultaneously, making it particularly useful for shared laboratories, research facilities, and applications requiring different PCR conditions.

Each block can be operated independently, giving researchers greater flexibility when optimizing PCR protocols or processing different assays. The system supports 0.1 mL and 0.2 mL PCR tubes, strips, and compatible 48-well plates.

Key Features of the Triple Block Thermal Cycler

High-Throughput Triple Block PCR

The EZEEcycler TRI provides three independent 48-well blocks, allowing up to 144 samples to be processed across the three blocks. Independent operation helps laboratories maximize instrument utilization without requiring separate thermal cyclers for different experiments.

Independent Gradient Optimization

The gradient function supports temperatures from 30 °C to 100 °C, with a maximum gradient span of 30 °C. This enables researchers to optimize PCR conditions efficiently across different samples and assays.

Adjustable Ramp Rate

The adjustable ramp rate can be controlled from 0.1 to 5.0 °C/sec. The maximum heating rate is 5.0 °C/sec, while the maximum cooling rate is 3.0 °C/sec. This flexibility can be useful for optimizing different PCR protocols and demanding molecular biology workflows.

Easy Touchscreen Operation

A large 10.1-inch capacitive colour touchscreen provides an intuitive interface for creating, managing, and monitoring PCR programs. The system can store more than 4,000 programs and provides user folders with password protection.

Technical Specifications: 

The blocks are compatible with 0.1 mL and 0.2 mL PCR tubes, strips, and compatible 48-well plates.

Why Choose the EZEEcycler TRI?

The EZEEcycler TRI is designed for laboratories where flexibility, throughput, and efficient instrument utilization are important. Running three independent experiments simultaneously can reduce the need to queue different PCR workflows on a single-block instrument.

Its independent block design is particularly valuable for shared laboratory environments because different users or projects can run separate PCR programs at the same time. Each block can also be individually calibrated, supporting maintenance without necessarily interrupting operation of the other blocks.

The system also includes useful laboratory software functions such as a Tm calculator, copy-number converter, master-mix preparation wizard, run-status reporting, and real-time temperature-profile export through USB.

Applications

The Triple Block Thermal Cycler can be suitable for a wide range of molecular biology workflows, including:

• PCR amplification
• PCR optimization
• Molecular biology research
• Genotyping workflows
• DNA analysis
• Research laboratories
• Academic and university laboratories
• Biotechnology laboratories
• High-throughput PCR workflows
• Assays requiring different temperature conditions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the EZEEcycler TRI?

The EZEEcycler TRI is a Triple Block Thermal Cycler designed to run three independent PCR experiments simultaneously using three 48-well blocks.

How many samples can the EZEEcycler TRI process?

The system provides three 48-well blocks, allowing up to 144 wells to be used across the three blocks simultaneously.

Does the EZEEcycler TRI have gradient PCR capability?

Yes. The gradient function operates from 30 °C to 100 °C and supports a maximum temperature difference of 30 °C.

What is the ramp rate of the Triple Block Thermal Cycler?

The adjustable ramp rate ranges from 0.1 to 5.0 °C/sec. The maximum heating rate is 5.0 °C/sec and the maximum cooling rate is 3.0 °C/sec.

What sample formats are compatible with the EZEEcycler TRI?

The blocks are compatible with 0.1 mL and 0.2 mL PCR tubes, PCR tube strips, and compatible 48-well plates.

Who should use the EZEEcycler TRI?

The EZEEcycler TRI is suitable for research laboratories, universities, biotechnology facilities, molecular biology laboratories, and other facilities requiring multiple independent PCR experiments.