Bio-Rad PTC-200 DNA Engine

This is a used Bio-Rad PTC-200 DNA Engine thermal cycler, a proven platform recognized for its rugged construction and consistent thermal performance across thousands of research applications. The system uses Peltier effect based heating and cooling blocks that provide precise temperature control for reliable amplification results run after run. Its interchangeable sample block design allows labs to adapt the unit to different plate formats and tube configurations as needed. Researchers and diagnostic technicians use this cycler for standard PCR, long range amplification, and various molecular cloning workflows that demand accurate and repeatable thermal cycling. The instrument's heated lid prevents evaporation during longer protocols, ensuring consistent reaction volumes throughout extended runs. Its intuitive programming interface makes it accessible even to newer lab staff. Offered here in tested working condition, this PTC-200 represents an affordable entry point into a trusted cycler family long favored by core facilities and university labs. It is well suited for any laboratory seeking a dependable secondary cycler or a cost effective replacement for an aging unit.