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Gel Documentation System - Bio-Pyramid Series

Compact, cost-effective gel imaging solutions using digital cameras

The Bio-Pyramid series provides a simple and flexible gel documentation system for electrophoresis gel observation, imaging and gel cutting. The system can be used with standard digital cameras and a suitable UV or LED transilluminator.

Designed for agarose gels, DNA, RNA and fluorescence imaging applications, the lineup includes gel documentation hoods, UV transilluminators, LED transilluminators, filter selection support and sample image references.

Gel documentation system Bio-Pyramid series
Gel Imaging Digital Camera UV /LED Transilluminator DNA / RNA GFP / Fluorescence

Bio-Pyramid Gel Documentation Product Lineup

Gel Documentation System Bio-Pyramid gel documentation hood
Gel Doc Hood · Bio-Pyramid
Simple and versatile gel imaging hood compatible with standard digital cameras. Useful for observing, photographing and cutting out agarose gels.
UV Transilluminator UV transilluminator for electrophoresis gel imaging
UV · Electrophoresis
High-performance UV transilluminator for electrophoresis gels. A hybrid filter helps reduce unwanted reflection from UV fluorescent tubes.
LED Transilluminator LED transilluminator for fluorescence gel imaging
LED · Fluorescence
High-power LED transilluminator with a dichroic filter. Suitable for observation and documentation of EtBr, GelRed, SYBR Green, GFP and related samples.
Filter Guide & Sample Images
Filter · Sample Images
Use the filter guide and sample images to select suitable light sources and filter combinations for your gel stain and fluorescence imaging application.

Gel Imaging System for Observation, Photography and Gel Cutting

  • Compact gel documentation system for laboratory use.
  • Compatible with standard digital cameras.
  • Supports observation, photography and gel cutting workflows.
  • Can be combined with UV or LED transilluminators depending on the sample and stain.
  • Suitable for DNA, RNA, agarose gels and fluorescence imaging applications.

Applications and Supported Fluorescence Imaging

  • Agarose gel observation and documentation
  • DNA and RNA gel imaging
  • EtBr, SYBR Green, SYBR Gold, GelRed, GelGreen imaging
  • GFP and other fluorescence sample observation
  • Gel photography using a standard digital camera
  • Gel band confirmation before cutting
  • Educational, research and laboratory documentation
  • Simple and cost-effective imaging workflow
By combining our UV and LED transilluminators with the appropriate filter, the system supports a wide range of fluorescent stains and dyes — including but not limited to EtBr, SYBR Green, SYBR Gold, GelRed, GelGreen, GFP, and many others.
Not sure if your stain or application is supported? Please contact us
— we are happy to help you find the right setup.

How Does a Gel Documentation System Work?

A gel documentation system combines four main components to visualize a fluorescently stained gel:

  • UV or LED Transilluminator – Excites the fluorescent stain in the gel.
  • Gel Sample – DNA, RNA or other samples separated by electrophoresis and stained with a fluorescent dye.
  • Optical Filter – Helps separate the fluorescence signal from unwanted excitation light.
  • Digital Camera – Captures and records the resulting gel image.
How a gel documentation system works – camera, optical filter, gel sample and UV/LED transilluminator
These four components are combined depending on the fluorescent stain and application. The Bio-Pyramid series is designed to work with a standard digital camera, making it a simple and cost-effective gel documentation setup.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q What is a gel documentation system? ▼
A A gel documentation system is used to observe, photograph and record electrophoresis gels such as agarose gels for DNA, RNA and fluorescence imaging applications.
Q What is a gel documentation system used for? ▼
A Gel documentation systems are commonly used for DNA and RNA gel imaging, agarose gel observation, fluorescence imaging and confirmation of gel bands after electrophoresis.
Q Can I use a standard digital camera for gel documentation? ▼
A Yes. The Bio-Pyramid series is designed to work with a standard digital camera, so no specialized imaging camera is required.
Q Can I image EtBr, GelRed and SYBR Green? ▼
A Yes. When combined with a suitable UV or LED transilluminator and optical filter, the system supports EtBr, GelRed, SYBR Green, SYBR Gold, GelGreen and other common fluorescent stains.
Q Should I use a UV or LED transilluminator? ▼
A The appropriate light source depends on the fluorescent stain and imaging application. Please refer to our Filter Guide and Sample Images to select a suitable combination.
Q Can I cut gel bands with the Bio-Pyramid system? ▼
A This depends on the model. The MBP-PLBX features front doors that can be opened to access the gel, making it suitable for workflows where gel bands need to be observed and cut. With the MBP-03, the hood covers the gel during observation, so the gel cannot be accessed for cutting while the hood is in place. The hood must be removed before cutting the gel.

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