Nucleic Acid Gel Electrophoresis Equipment and Systems
Whether you need to clone a gene, detect a specific nucleic acid sequence, or quantify DNA or RNA, you need a complete set of genomic analysis tools that work together. We offer an extensive collection of high-quality reagents and chemicals for DNA and RNA gel electrophoresis and blotting including DNA and RNA ladders, sample loading buffers, precast agarose gels, nucleic acid stains, nylon transfer membranes, hybridization solutions, and Northern and Southern blotting reagents and consumables.
What is gel electrophoresis used for? Gel electrophoresis is often used for separating molecules, such as protein, DNA, and RNA, by their size. Enhance your nucleic acid gel electrophoresis workflow with our DirectLoad™ Mini and Midi Horizontal Electrophoresis Systems. Buffers, ladders, loading dyes, and stains complement a compellingly economical solution for agarose gel electrophoresis. Featuring unprecedented sample throughput and experimental versatility, explore the full list of offerings within the DirectLoad™ lineup of products and optimize your nucleic acid research.
Products

GelRed® Nucleic Acid Stain 10000X Water
GelRed is a fluorescent nucleic acid stain designed to replace the highly toxic ethidium bromide (EtBr) for staining dsDNA, ssDNA or RNA in agarose gels or polyacrylamide gels.

Gel Loading Buffer
for NA electrophoresis

GelGreen® Nucleic Acid Stain 10000X Water
GelGreen is a fluorescent nucleic acid stain designed to replace the highly toxic ethidium bromide (EtBr) for staining dsDNA, ssDNA or RNA in agarose gels or polyacrylamide gels.

GelRed® Nucleic Acid Stain 10000X DMSO
GelRed is a fluorescent nucleic acid stain designed to replace the highly toxic ethidium bromide (EtBr) for staining dsDNA, ssDNA or RNA in agarose gels or polyacrylamide gels.

1 kb DNA Ladder
for DNA electrophoresis

DirectLoad™ Wide Range DNA Marker
ready-to-use marker for DNA electrophoresis

TAE Buffer, 10X, Molecular Biology Grade
A 10X concentrate that can be diluted to a 1X solution containing 40 mM Tris, 40 mM acetate, and 1 mM EDTA, pH ~8.3.

PCR 100 bp Low Ladder
for electrophoresis of PCR fragments

DirectLoad™ PCR 100 bp Low Ladder
ready-to-use marker for DNA electrophoresis

DirectLoad™ 1 kb DNA Ladder
ready-to-use marker for DNA electrophoresis

Phenol/Chloroform/Isoamyl Alcohol, 25:24:1 (v/v), Molecular Biology Grade
A 25:24:1 (v/v) mixture of phenol, chloroform and isoamyl alcohol, pH 6.7. Suitable for DNA and RNA applications.

PerfectHyb™ Plus Hybridization Buffer
for Northern and Southern blotting, solution

DirectLoad™ Plus 100bp DNA Ladder

Transcript RNA Markers 0.2-10 kb
for RNA electrophoresis

Gel Loading Solution
for NA electrophoresis, solution

DirectLoad™ Mini Horizontal Electrophoresis System, with 7x7cm and 7x10cm gel trays
for agarose gel DNA and RNA horizontal electrophoresis

DirectLoad™ Midi Horizontal Electrophoresis System, with 15x7, 10 &15cm gel trays
for agarose gel DNA and RNA horizontal electrophoresis

GelGreen® Nucleic Acid Stain 10000X DMSO
GelGreen is a fluorescent nucleic acid stain designed to replace the highly toxic ethidium bromide (EtBr) for staining dsDNA, ssDNA or RNA in agarose gels or polyacrylamide gels.

Denhardt′s Solution 50x
for Northern and Southern blotting, solution

Lambda DNA Hind III Digest
for DNA electrophoresis

DirectLoad™ Mini and Midi Horizontal Electrophoresis System Features
All DirectLoad™ Mini and Midi Horizontal Electrophoresis Systems come with an array of accessories, while clear signage on each tank guides proper assembly for your experimental needs. Each system comes with the required components for assembly, and electrode cables are compatible with available mPAGE® Power Supplies. Each accessory is also available for sale separately, increasing the longevity of each system with cost-friendly replacement parts. Additional DirectLoad™ Mini and Midi Horizontal Electrophoresis System features include the following:
- Easy-click, color-coded attachments for safe, single-orientation assembly.
- The DirectLoad™ Lid disconnects the power source upon removal for user safety.
- DirectLoad™ Gel Trays and Gel Dams utilize a leak-proof design, allowing preparation of agarose gels in parallel.
- Multiple gel tray and comb size combinations maximize experimental versatility.
- DirectLoad™ Combs are height-adjustable and can be utilized as sample loading guides using single and multi-channel pipettes.
- Replacement accessories are available to extend the longevity of the system.
Related Resources
- Brochure: Molecular Essentials Guide
Learn how our comprehensive molecular tools and reagents provide precise, ready-to-use solutions for your workflows.
- Article: Nucleic Acid Electrophoresis Protocols & Introduction
An introduction to Nucleric Acid electrophoresis and standard protocols for Agarose gel electrophoresis for DNA, RNA & polyacrylamide gel electrophoresis for DNA.
- Article: Markers and Ladders for Gel Electrophoresis
Markers for gel electrophoresis aid size determination of DNA, PCR fragments, and RNA, staining well with common nucleic acid stains.
- Article: Northern and Southern Blot Protocols & Introduction
Learn Northern and Southern blotting basics, with protocols and applications for macromolecule transfer to membrane supports.
- Article: Selecting DNA, RNA, and PCR Fragment Markers and Ladders for Gel Electrophoresis
Select appropriate markers and ladders for nucleic acid size determination via electrophoresis on agarose or polyacrylamide gels.
- Article: TAE and TBE Running Buffers Recipe & Video
TAE and TBE are both used as running buffers for nucleic acid electrophoresis but have some important differences. Review our recipes and video to give your application the best chance of success.
- Flyer: pHast Pack™ Electrophoresis
The pHast Pack™ platform was developed to expedite your research and provide a convenient solution for tedious lab tasks. Our buffers and new ready-to-pour agarose gels are formulated to save time and effort in native RNA and DNA electrophoresis assays.
- Article: Restriction Endonucleases - The Molecular Scissors
The term “Restriction enzyme” originated from the studies of Enterobacteria phage λ (lambda phage) in the laboratories of Werner Arber and Matthew Meselson.
- Article: Introduction to Cell Transfection
Transfection introduces genetic material into cells, aiding research in gene expression and cell biology.
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