iBlot™ 2 Gel Transfer Device
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iBlot™ 2 Gel Transfer Device

iBlot™ 2 Gel Transfer Device

The iBlot 2 Gel Transfer Device is a dry transfer device that performs western blotting transfer efficiently and reliably, withinRead more
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The iBlot 2 Gel Transfer Device is a dry transfer device that performs western blotting transfer efficiently and reliably, within seven minutes, and without the need for liquid buffers. The iBlot 2 system is compatible with both polyvinylidene difluoride (PVDF) and nitrocellulose membranes and has comparable performance to traditional wet-transfer methods in a fraction of the time. The iBlot 2 Gel Transfer Device is an integral part of the iBlot 2 Dry Blotting System, which consists of the transfer device and consumable transfer stacks that contain the required buffers and transfer membrane (nitrocellulose or PVDF).

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iBlot 2 Gel Transfer Devivce features include:
• Complete protein transfer in seven minutes or less
• High detection sensitivity and even transfer
• Increased blotting reliability and reproducibility
• A simple, user-friendly system
• Pre-programed with six voltage methods that allows blotting using different combinations of volts and time
• Ability to create custom programs
• Built-in tutorials and application notes
• Transfer proteins from mini-, midi-, and E-PAGE-sized gels

How the iBlot 2 Dry Blotting System works
Buffer ion reservoirs are incorporated into the gel matrix of transfer stacks instead of buffer tanks or soaked papers. The high density of ions in the gel matrix enables rapid protein transfer. During blotting, the copper anode does not generate oxygen gas as a result of water electrolysis, reducing blot distortion (conventional protein transfer techniques, including wet, semi-wet, and semi-dry, use inert electrodes that generate oxygen). With the iBlot 2 Dry Blotting System, transfer time is reduced by the shortened distance between electrodes, high field strength, and high current. Trapped air bubbles, often created during the manual preparation of the blotting sandwich layers, are easy to avoid due to our unique de-bubbling design that promotes even and complete transfer. With the iBlot 2 system, there is no need to prepare buffers, pre-treat your gel, or clean up after blotting. The total preparation and run time is normally less than ten minutes per blot.

For Research Use Only. Not for use in diagnostic procedures.
Specifications
Quantity1 Device
Running DimensionHorizontal
For Use With (Application)Western Blot
For Use With (Equipment)iBlot™
Gel CompatibilityBolt Bis-Tris Plus Gel, E-PAGE Gel, Novex Midi Gel, NuPAGE Gel, Novex Mini Gel
Membrane CompatibilityNitrocellulose, PVDF
Mode of TransferDry
Product LineiBlot
Running Time∼7 min.
Throughput1 Midi or 2 Mini Gels
TypeGel Transfer Device
Unit Size1 device
Contents & Storage
Store at room temperature.

Frequently asked questions (FAQs)

If a green color appears on the membrane after the transfer using the iBlot 2 Dry Blotting System, will it affect the results?

The green discoloration is copper deposits from the transfer stack, and it does not affect the results. To minimize this effect, shake excess water off the filter paper and buffer from the gel before placing each on the stack. The current formulation of stacks minimizes the green discoloration.

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

Can I cut the bottom stack of my iBlot 2 Transfer Stack to fit my separating gel?

No. Do not trim the iBlot 2 Transfer Stacks to fit your gel size.

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

Is the PVDF membrane in the iBlot 2 PVDF Gel Transfer Stack pre-activated?

The PVDF membrane is pre-activated and ready for use without any pre-treatment with alcohol.

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

Can I use the stack and/or absorbent pad more than once when using the iBlot 2 Dry Blotting System?

No. The transfer stacks have a finite amount of ions to drive the transfer and are depleted after a single use.

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

Can I perform multiple transfers, with a new transfer starting immediately after the previous one when using the iBlot 2 Dry Blotting System?

Yes. The device is designed to do so with no impact on performance.

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