More than a 96-well plate — it's a smarter way to manage your samples.
🔄 Modular Micro-Sample Management
Feature: U-2D™ fits into a 96-well plate format but functions as a modular sample system.
Benefit: Offers flexibility to use as a plate or remove inserts for vial-based workflows—ideal for labs needing both.
💰 Cost-Efficient Upgrade
Feature: Comparable in price to certified precision point inserts and more than 30% less than fused insert vials.
Benefit: Delivers premium performance without premium pricing—maximize your lab’s budget.
🧪 High-Precision LCMS-Grade Glass Inserts
Feature: Bubble-resistant, silanized glass with tight dimensional tolerances.
Benefit: Improves sample stability, reduces interaction with sensitive compounds, and eliminates the need for extra prep steps like vortexing or centrifuging.
🔄 Autosampler Compatibility
Feature: Compatible with most modern HPLC/LCMS autosamplers and trays.
Benefit: Seamlessly integrates into existing workflows—no need to overhaul your equipment.
📈 Increased Sample Throughput
Feature: Up to 92 more samples per bay vs. 2mL vial trays (e.g., Agilent 1200).
Benefit: Boosts efficiency and reduces downtime in high-throughput environments.
🌀 Centrifuge-Ready Design
Feature: Rack and base tested up to 2,500 x g.
Benefit: Confidently use in demanding prep workflows without compromising structural integrity.
❄️ Cryo-Compatible
Feature: Performs like a standard glass insert plate under cryogenic conditions.
Benefit: Reliable for cold storage and sensitive sample preservation.
📏 Sensor-Friendly Construction
Feature: Rack and base ensure full contact with no air gaps—ideal for capacitance sensors.
Benefit: Accurate liquid level detection across a wide range of instruments.
🔥 Superior Thermal Transfer
Feature: In rack-only mode, all inserts are exposed directly to heat transfer media.
Benefit: Faster, more uniform solvent reduction and improved analyte recovery.
🧼 Reusable, Stackable Base
Feature: ANSI/SLAS-compliant base with interlocking design.
Benefit: Saves space, supports automation, and enhances lab organization.
🧷 Secure Labeling Options
Feature: Low-energy polypropylene tabs resist smearing; compatible with custom markers.
Benefit: Maintain clear, durable sample ID and chain of custody.
🧴 Solvent-Resistant Sealing Options
Feature: Silicone mats and zone-free films available; chemical-resistant options for HPLC solvents.
Benefit: Protects volatile samples and minimizes evaporation loss.
🧬 Glass vs. Plastic Advantage
Feature: Wells made of glass resists leachables, supports more solvents, and offers better clarity.
Benefit: Cleaner results, broader method compatibility, and reduced MS contamination.
👁️ Enhanced Visual Inspection
Benefit: Quickly detect:
- Precipitation
- Air bubbles
- Color changes
- Missed fills
- Dirt or debris
📦 Stackability & Nesting
Feature:
Racks with inserts can be stacked securely with only one base at the bottom.
Benefit:
Saves space and improves workflow efficiency. Interlocking design ensures stability during storage or transport. (Note: Bases should not be stacked on top of holders.)
🌱 Eco-Friendly Design
Feature:
The reusable base is not discarded after use.
Benefit:
Reduces plastic waste and environmental impact—making U-2D™ a greener choice compared to disposable plate systems.
📐 ANSI Compliance
Feature:
Fully meets all ANSI/SLAS standards for 96-well plates, including footprint and well spacing.
Benefit:
Ensures compatibility with most lab automation systems. While plate height may differ from others (as ANSI does not standardize height), most autosamplers can be easily adjusted to accommodate it.
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