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Bio-Pyramid MBP-03
Smartphone Gel Documentation System

for DNA, RNA and Agarose Gel Imaging.
Compact smartphone gel imaging solution for routine laboratory use

Bio-Pyramid MBP-03 is a compact gel documentation system designed for visualizing and photographing DNA, RNA and agarose gels using a smartphone.

Used with suitable UV or LED transilluminators, it supports fluorescence imaging workflows for common stains such as EtBr, SYBR Green, GelRed and GelGreen.

The universal smartphone adapter allows easy setup with many smartphone models, making MBP-03 suitable for teaching labs, routine documentation and compact research environments.

Smartphone DNA / RNA Agarose Gel UV / LED Transilluminator Compact Gel Imaging
Bio-Pyramid MBP-03 smartphone gel documentation system

Smartphone Gel Imaging Made Simple

Universal Smartphone Adapter

Universal smartphone adapter for MBP-03

Compatible with many smartphones.
Width adjustment range: 5.7 cm - 10.5 cm.

  • Capture gel images using a high-resolution smartphone camera.
  • Simple setup with no dedicated digital camera required.
  • Suitable for DNA, RNA and agarose gel documentation.
  • Use with compatible UV or LED transilluminators depending on the stain.
  • Real-time display and sharing are possible via smartphone connection features.
  • Compact design for teaching labs, routine imaging and small research spaces.

Recommended Applications

Routine Gel Documentation

Designed for everyday gel imaging where a compact and simple documentation setup is preferred.

Education and Training

Smartphone-based operation makes it easy to display, explain and share gel images in teaching laboratories.

PCR-Related Workflows

Useful for documenting agarose gels in PCR-related confirmation and routine molecular biology workflows.

Compact Lab Setup

The small footprint helps laboratories that need flexible imaging without a large dedicated imaging station.

Set Composition & Price

Bio-Pyramid MBP-03 smartphone system composition
Set Code Price System Composition
MBP03S-USA US$ 570 MBP-03S hood MBP-USA smartphone adapter    
MBP03S-USA
-UV312
US$ 1,940 MBP-03S hood MBP-USA smartphone adapter UV transilluminator  
MBP03S-USA
-505/470DF
US$ 1,520 MBP-03S hood MBP-USA smartphone adapter   LED transilluminator
  Product Code MBP-03S MBP-USA MBP-UV312 LED505-DF36W
LED470-DF36W
Price US$ 460 US$ 110 US$ 1,370 US$ 950

Optional Equipment

UV Transilluminator

UV transilluminator

UV excitation light source for compatible gel stains and UV fluorescence workflows.

Details

LED Transilluminator

LED transilluminator

LED excitation light source for compatible fluorescence stains and safer visible-light workflows.

Details

Optional Items

Additional helpful accessories for gel documentation, filters and workflow setup.

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Specification

Maximum Shooting Area 267 x 207 mm
Internal dimensions of the bottom of the box.
Shooting Distance To the tip of the lens: approx. 292mm
Please use a camera that can focus within this shooting distance.
Compatible Filter Size Glass filter: 52 mm diameter
Material Hood: ABS resin
Ground contact area: Rubber
Standard Accessory Built-in 52 mm diameter connecting sleeve
MF-SC56A filter
Size Width 287 mm x Depth 227 mm
Height 306 mm
Body height: 285 mm / Camera mount height: 21 mm
Weight Approx. 1 kg
Adapter Width Range 5.7 cm - 10.5 cm
System Use Smartphone gel imaging with suitable UV or LED transilluminators.

FAQ

What is the Bio-Pyramid MBP-03 Smartphone system?

The Bio-Pyramid MBP-03 smartphone system is a compact smartphone gel documentation system for photographing DNA, RNA and agarose gels.

Can MBP-03 be used with different smartphones?

Yes. The universal smartphone adapter supports many smartphones with an adjustable width range of 5.7 cm to 10.5 cm.

Can it be used with UV and LED transilluminators?

Yes. MBP-03 can be used with suitable UV or LED transilluminators depending on the fluorescence stain and wavelength requirements.

What stains can be used?

It can be used for common gel imaging workflows such as EtBr, SYBR Green, GelRed and GelGreen when the appropriate excitation light source and filter conditions are selected.