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Bio-Pyramid mini - MBP-mini
Smartphone Gel Documentation System

Ultra-compact gel imaging solution for DNA, RNA and agarose gels

Bio-Pyramid mini is the smallest and simplest smartphone gel documentation system in the Bio-Pyramid series, designed for quick gel visualization and image capture using a smartphone.

Used with suitable UV or LED transilluminators, it supports routine fluorescence gel imaging workflows for DNA, RNA and agarose gels.

Its compact hood design and universal smartphone adapter make it especially suitable for teaching laboratories, training, portable setups and cost-conscious routine documentation.

Ultra Compact Smartphone DNA / RNA Agarose Gel UV / LED Transilluminator
Price Features Options Specification FAQ
Bio-Pyramid mini smartphone gel documentation system

Simple & Portable Smartphone Gel Imaging

Universal Smartphone Adapter

Universal smartphone adapter for Bio-Pyramid mini

Compatible with many smartphones.
Width adjustment range: 5.7 cm - 10.5 cm.
  • Capture gel images using a smartphone camera.
  • Ultra-compact hood design for easy installation and storage.
  • 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.
  • Practical entry model for education, training and routine lab work.

Set Composition & Price

BioPyramid MBP-03 gel documentation system components
Set Code Price System Composition
MBPmiS-USA US$ 490 Bio-Pyramid mini hood Universal smartphone adapter    
MBPmi-USA
-505 or 470TR		 US$ 1,690 Bio-Pyramid mini hood Universal smartphone adapter LED470-TR60W or LED505-TR60W transilluminator  
MBPmi-USA
-505 or 470DF		 US$ 1,440 Bio-Pyramid mini hood Universal smartphone adapter   LED470-DF36W or LED505-DF36W transilluminator
  Product Code MBP-miS MBP-USA LED505/470
-TR60W		 LED505/470
-DF36W
Price US$ 380 US$ 110 US$ 1,200 US$ 950
Light source selection Select the UV or LED transilluminator according to the stain,
excitation wavelength and observation requirements.

Optional Items

UV Transilluminator

UV transilluminator UV transilluminator orange filter

High-quality UV transilluminator equipped with a high-contrast filter to help reduce background.

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LED Transilluminator
DF Type

LED transilluminator DF type

36W class high-power LED transilluminator. Available in 470 nm and 505 nm visible-light types.

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LED Transilluminator
TR Type

LED transilluminator TR type

60W class super high-power LED transilluminator. Available in 470 nm and 505 nm visible-light types.

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Recommended Applications

Education and Training

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

Routine Gel Documentation

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

PCR-Related Workflows

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

Portable Lab Setup

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

Specification

Product Bio-Pyramid mini (MBP-mini) - Main Console
Maximum Shooting Area 167 mm x 147 mm
Interior dimension at the bottom surface.
Shooting Distance Approx. 214 mm to the tip of the lens.
Please use a smartphone camera that can focus within this shooting distance.
Compatible Filter Size Glass filter: 52 mm diameter
Material Hood: ABS resin
Bottom contact area: foam rubber
Standard Accessory Built-in 52 mm diameter connecting sleeve
MF-SC56A filter
Size Width 187 mm x Depth 167 mm
Height 214 mm
Weight Approx. 1.0 kg
Adapter Width Range 5.7 cm - 10.5 cm
System Use Smartphone gel imaging with suitable UV or LED transilluminators.

FAQ

Q What is the Bio-Pyramid mini Smartphone Gel Documentation System? ▼
A Bio-Pyramid mini is an ultra-compact smartphone gel documentation system for photographing DNA, RNA and agarose gels.
Q How is Bio-Pyramid mini different from larger gel documentation systems? ▼
A Bio-Pyramid mini focuses on compact size, simple operation and lower cost. It is suitable when a small, portable and easy-to-use gel imaging setup is preferred.
Q Can Bio-Pyramid mini be used with different smartphones? ▼
A Yes. The universal smartphone adapter supports many smartphones with an adjustable width range of 5.7 cm to 10.5 cm.
Q Can it be used with UV and LED transilluminators? ▼
A Yes. Bio-Pyramid mini can be used with suitable UV or LED transilluminators depending on the fluorescence stain and wavelength requirements.
Q What stains can be used? ▼
A 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.

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