FACSDiscover S8 Cell Sorter Becton Dickinson (BD™) FACSDiscover S8
Basic Information
Name: | FACSDiscover S8 Cell Sorter | |
Manufacturer: | Becton Dickinson (BD™) | |
Model: | FACSDiscover S8 | |
Facility: | Flow Cytometry | |
Partner: | Technische Universität Dresden (TUD) | |
Location: | CRTD, 3rd floor south, room 3.112 |
Short Description
Description
Our Discover S8 is a 5 laser spectral device for multicolor and image-enabled flow analysis and sorting. Cells can be sorted into various tube and well plate formats as well as onto slides.
- 3 nozzles: 85µm (6-way sort), 100µm, 130µm
- 78 fluorescence detectors, 6 imaging detectors, FSC and SSC
- 5 lasers: UV (349nm), Violet (405nm), Blue (488nm), Yellow-Green (561nm), Red (637nm)
- fully enclosed in a (Class II Type A2) Biosafety Cabinet
Link to Further Details
https://tu-dresden.de/cmcb/technologie-plattform/facilities/flow-cytometry/geraete
Options of instrument usage
- This instrument can be used as an stand-alone device and is available for independent use. Please note possible requirements for access.
- This instrument can be used with the support of a supervising assistant.
Points of Contact
Access Requirements
To use the Discover S8, you will need individual device training from our staff. Please make an appointment with us. You can then book the device via our online booking system before you start working. If you don't sort independently on a regular basis, you can of course also have us sort your samples as a service.
Last Update
Last updated at: 22 January 2025 at 15:07:09