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ChirascanModel VX -Circular Dichroism Spectrometer for Biomolecular Analysis

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The Chirascan VX is a high-performance circular dichroism (CD) spectrometer designed for the analysis of chiral molecules of various types and sizes. Widely recognized in the scientific community, it has been instrumental in thousands of publications since its debut in 2005. The Chirascan VX excels in providing insightful data on biomolecular characteristics, mechanisms, and interactions, making it indispensable for research in fields such as protein folding, secondary and tertiary structure analysis, and thermal or chemical stability studies. Equipped with advanced software for controlled operation, the system ensures high-quality data acquisition from the outset, featuring scheduled start-up/shutdown, O2-free conditions maintenance via N2 purge, and optimized protocols for run and wash cycles. Renowned scientists like Dr. Dan Pantos and Dr. Tonya Zeczycki leverage this system for groundbreaking research in organic chemistry and neurodegenerative diseases, respectively. The Chirascan VX is an invaluable tool for those aiming to advance their understanding of complex biomolecular systems.

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Suitable for studying chiral molecules of all types and sizes, this Chirascan CD spectrometer has featured in thousands of publications since its introduction in 2005. Often used to analyze biomolecules, Chirascan data contributes to a deeper understanding of biomolecular characteristics, mechanisms and interactions.

More than α-helix and β sheet - determine structural and thermodynamic properties

  • Gain insight and detect changes in secondary and tertiary structure
  • Determine response to thermal or chemical change
  • Study folding and unfolding mechanisms
  • Expand capabilities with dedicated

Chirascan systems are supplied with the features and accessories required for acquisition of high quality data from ‘day one’.

MOLECULAR SIEVE, ACTIVATED CHARCOAL FILTER
  • Removes common gas impurities
ACTIVE NITROGEN MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
  • Regulates purge gas consumption
  • Software-controlled
AIR-COOLED XENON LAMP
  • Software-controlled
  • Up-time recorded
MONOCHROMATOR
  • Produces horizontally, linearly polarized ­monochromatic light
  • Dual polarizing prisms maximize light ­throughput
PHOTOELASTIC MODULATOR
  • Converts horizontally polarized light to ­circularly polarized light. ­Alternates between left- and right-handed circular polarized light
TEMPERATURE-CONTROLLED SAMPLE CHAMBER
  • Consistent analytical conditions
  • Continuous temperature ramps (single sample mode)
WATER CIRCULATOR
  • Dissipates heat from sample chamber and sample storage Peltiers
CUVETTES AND HOLDERS
  • Selected for far- and near-UV CD analysis of biomolecules (single sample mode)
PHOTOMULTIPLIER DETECTOR