The iBright FL1500 Imaging System supports the main imaging applications of fluorescent, chemiluminescent, and colorimetric western blots, in addition to fluorescent stained nucleic acid gels, fluorescent stained protein gels, colorimetric stained protein gels, and colorimetric membrane stains. We also offer the iBright CL1500 Imaging System, which features the same imaging capabilities as the iBright FL1500 Imaging System, but without fluorescent western blot imaging functionality.

Features of the iBright FL1500 Imaging System include:

*Certain functions are made available through firmware. Ensure your system is running the most up to date firmware version.

Package Components
iBright™ FL1500 Imaging System
Catalog Number
A44115
Unit Size
1 system
Qty
1
SmartStart
Catalog Number
A34016
Unit Size
Qty
1
1-year additional Extended Warranty with Planned Maintenance
Catalog Number
ZG61SCIB1500FL
Unit Size
Qty
1
Contents & Storage
Imaging Sample Blot, Preinstalled filter sets, Safe Imager Viewing Glasses, White Screen for stained SDS-PAGE gel analysis, iBright Imager Quick Start Guide

Frequently asked questions (FAQs)

Do the iBright imagers support total protein normalization?

iBright Imaging Systems support total lane protein-based normalization and housekeeping gene (HKP)-based normalization. To support the methods best suited for your experiment, iBright Imaging Systems and iBright Analysis Software provide multiple quantitation and normalization options to monitor or mathematically compensate for experimental or sample variability.

To learn more about total lane protein normalization, explore our application note.

Find additional tips, troubleshooting help, and resources within our Protein Electrophoresis and Western Blotting Support Center.

Are the iBright Imaging Systems network-compatible?

The iBright Imaging Systems support Ethernet network connections. WIFI is also supported with the addition of a USB-WIFI dongle. Data may be exported from the instrument via network and WIFI connections. It can also be exported via USB port.

For additional information on iBright functionality, visit this page.

Find additional tips, troubleshooting help, and resources within our Protein Electrophoresis and Western Blotting Support Center.

What fluorophores can I image with the iBright FL1500 Imaging System?

The iBright FL1500 Imaging System supports a wide range of dyes, stains and fluorophores in the visible and NIR wavelength range.

For more information on compatible reagents and applications, visit this page.

To learn more about the iBright system-supported fluorophores and installed filters and light sources, visit Fluorescence SpectraViewer.

Find additional tips, troubleshooting help, and resources within our Protein Electrophoresis and Western Blotting Support Center.

Is a computer needed to control the iBright Imaging Systems?

iBright Imaging Systems feature a built-in computer interface controlled by the 12.1 inch touchscreen. No additional computer is needed to operate the instrument.

For additional information on iBright functionality, visit this page.

Find additional tips, troubleshooting help, and resources within our Protein Electrophoresis and Western Blotting Support Center.

Why do the iBright Imaging Systems use green LED illumination for DNA imaging?

The iBright Imaging Systems utilize a transilluminator based on green LEDs, which effectively excite popular DNA dyes such ethidium bromide and SYBR Green dye and offer several additional benefits:

- No harmful UV rays: While UV light effectively excites many fluorescent dyes and stains, UV light is a health hazard. Further, prolonged exposure to UV light can damage DNA samples, and compromise the integrity of samples to be used for downstream applications, such as subcloning.
- No mercury waste: UV transilluminator bulbs may contain mercury, a hazardous substance, and therefore require special care for handling and disposal.
- Longer lifetime: LED bulbs have a substantially longer real-time life than fluorescent UV bulbs, which can add up to considerable cost savings over the lifetime of the instrument.

For additional information on iBright functionality, visit this page.

Find additional tips, troubleshooting help, and resources within our Protein Electrophoresis and Western Blotting Support Center.