1.0% Agarose 200ml - Resolves Dna Fragments 0.5-20kb Long -IS5202

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Description

Description

Description

  • Key Performance Benefit: Reagent-grade prepared agarose at 1.0% for gel electrophoresis. Resolves DNA fragments 0.5–20 kb long. Simply melt the prepared agarose in a water bath or microwave. Pour into a gel casting tray, allow the molten agarose to solidify and run your gel.
  • Material & Construction: Prepared agarose solution at 1.0% concentration. Supplied in a 200 mL bottle. Made in the USA.
  • Risk Reduction/Compliance Benefit: Reagent-grade formulation suitable for molecular biology laboratory use.
  • Protection Level: Resolves DNA fragments 0.5–20 kb long.
  • Comfort & Usability: To use, melt in a microwave or water bath and pour into a casting tray.

Recommended For

  • Gel electrophoresis
  • Molecular biology laboratory use
  • DNA fragment separation
  • Research applications
  • Laboratory experiments
  • Educational use

Product Details

  • Product Name: 1.0% Agarose 200 mL – Resolves DNA Fragments 0.5–20 kb Long
  • Concentration: 1.0%
  • Grade: Reagent-grade
  • Volume: 200 mL
  • Application: Gel electrophoresis
  • DNA Resolution Range: 0.5–20 kb
  • Country of Origin: USA

Primary Industries

  • Molecular Biology
  • Research Laboratories
  • Biotechnology
  • Educational Laboratories
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FAQs

What types of DNA analysis is 1.0% agarose best suited for?

A 1.0% agarose gel is commonly used for separating medium-sized DNA fragments within a broad range. It is well suited for routine applications such as PCR product analysis, restriction digest verification, and plasmid screening. This concentration provides a balance between resolution and run time for general molecular biology workflows.

Is this prepared agarose suitable for teaching laboratories?

Yes, the ready-to-melt format simplifies gel preparation, making it practical for instructional settings. Students can focus on electrophoresis technique and data interpretation rather than weighing and mixing dry agarose. This convenience helps reduce preparation errors and improves classroom efficiency.

How does gel concentration affect DNA fragment resolution?

Agarose concentration influences pore size within the gel matrix. At 1.0%, the gel provides moderate pore size that supports separation of a wide range of fragment lengths. Adjusting concentration higher or lower changes resolution for smaller or larger fragments depending on experimental needs.

Does using pre-prepared agarose improve workflow consistency?

Pre-formulated agarose reduces variability associated with manual preparation, such as inconsistent weighing or incomplete dissolution. This helps ensure repeatable gel performance across experiments. Laboratories performing frequent electrophoresis runs benefit from the time savings and improved reproducibility.

What equipment is required to use this agarose solution?

Standard electrophoresis equipment is required, including a gel casting tray, combs, buffer system, and power supply. A microwave or water bath is used to melt the solution prior to pouring. Once solidified, the gel is ready for loading samples and running under applied voltage.