Applied Biosystems 3500 Genetic Analyzer

This Applied Biosystems 3500 Genetic Analyzer is a used eight-capillary electrophoresis system built for Sanger sequencing and fragment analysis with an emphasis on data traceability and regulatory compliance. It incorporates consumables tracking, autosampler features, and standardized run protocols that make it a strong fit for laboratories operating under quality systems such as CLIA or GLP, in addition to standard research use. The 3500 platform delivers consistent, high quality sequence and fragment data across applications including mutation detection, human identification, and microsatellite analysis. Its integrated software supports data review, quality metrics tracking, and audit trail documentation, which is particularly valuable for clinical and forensic laboratories that must demonstrate process control. The instrument's moderate capillary count balances throughput with manageable reagent consumption for labs of varying size. Offered here as a used unit, this 3500 Genetic Analyzer suits clinical diagnostic labs, forensic laboratories, and research institutions looking for a capillary electrophoresis platform with strong compliance features at a lower cost than a new system. It is a good fit for labs replacing aging capillary instruments or adding capacity for Sanger-based confirmatory testing. Verification of capillary array performance and dye set calibration is recommended after installation.