Mastercycler® X40, Aluminum Block, 96-well plate or 0.1/0.2 mL tubes

Eppendorf Mastercycler® X40 Thermal Cycler: Compact Excellence for Modern Digital Labs

The Eppendorf Mastercycler® X40 represents the perfect evolution in PCR technology, combining reliability, flexibility, and digital connectivity in an exceptionally compact footprint. This aluminum block thermal cycler measures just 24.5 × 38.5 × 23 cm and weighs only 7.25 kg, making it ideal for laboratories with limited bench space while delivering professional-grade performance. The innovative SafeLid system automatically adapts to the height of consumables and applies optimal pressure for evaporation protection, accommodating all common formats including unskirted, semi-skirted, and skirted 96-well plates as well as 0.1 and 0.2 mL tubes and tubestrips. With heating rates up to 3.3 °C/s and cooling rates up to 1.5 °C/s, the X40 enables fast PCR runs with sample volumes up to 100 µL, increasing yield while reducing downstream cleanup efforts.

The intuitive 7-inch LCD touchscreen with easy-to-clean glass surface features the proven Mastercycler software interface, enabling quick protocol programming through innovative drawing functionality that allows users to create programs in one step with just one finger. The integrated 12-column gradient (1-30 °C range across 30-99 °C) enables efficient optimization by testing 12 different temperatures simultaneously, saving valuable time when testing new primers or optimizing existing protocols. Remarkably quiet at only 40.5 dB(A)—well below the 45 dB(A) maximum for concentration tasks according to DIN EN ISO 11690-1—the X40 creates a peaceful laboratory environment. The exceptionally low power consumption of just 0.134 kWh per PCR run demonstrates Eppendorf's commitment to sustainability, generating 35-70% less energy consumption compared to other thermal cyclers while reducing CO₂ emissions by up to 129 kg annually in typical laboratory use.

Digital connectivity through VisioNize® Lab Suite compatibility transforms the X40 into a fully integrated component of your digital laboratory ecosystem, enabling remote monitoring of all device parameters including temperature, status, and runtime from anywhere in the world. Users receive real-time notifications via email and SMS when programs finish, can export parameter and event data for comprehensive documentation, and maintain complete visibility of device availability and experimental status. The convenient front-mounted USB port facilitates easy protocol import and export, including a unique feature that allows seamless transition from slower cyclers by automatically adjusting ramp rates to match previous runtime—no protocol optimization required. Backed by a 2-year warranty and supported by Eppendorf's comprehensive epServices maintenance packages, the Mastercycler® X40 delivers reliable, ergonomic, and sustainable PCR performance for modern laboratories prioritizing both productivity and environmental responsibility.

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