MACSQuant® Analyzer - a new era in flow cytometry and cell analysis

A new milestone in cell analysis

Miltenyi Biotec is proud to introduce the MACSQuant® Analyzer - a novel benchtop cell analyzer for highly sensitive multicolor flow analysis.
 
The MACSQuant Analyzer leads science into a new era of automated cell analysis with powerful and innovative features to facilitate successful research: 
 
  • Compact benchtop design
  • Multiparameter cell analysis
  • Absolute cell counting
  • Sensitive rare cell analysis using MACS® Technology
  • Autolabeling of samples
  • Multisample processing
  • Powerful and intuitive MACSQuantify™ software

 

Product features

The MACSQuant® Analyzer is a compact benchtop flow cytometer that is small in size but big in performance. The instrument can fit into confined laboratory spaces, including laminar flow cabinets. In spite of this extraordinary compact design (60 x 35 x 40 cm), the MACSQuant Analyzer offers many outstanding features, including: 
 
  • Stable optics: three robust lasers (violet, blue, red) are secured unto the optical bench
  • Absolute cell counting: exact volumetric pipetting using the robotic arm
  • Multiparameter flow analysis: seven fluorescence and two scatter channels
  • Flexible: wide choice of fluorochromes may be used for multicolor cell characterization

 

MACSQuantify™ Software

The MACSQuantify™ software is a powerful and easy-to-use program that provides both a data analysis application for personal computers and an intuitive user interface for operation of the MACSQuant® Analyzer. 
 
As a standalone analysis program, the flow user can analyze flow cytometry data from other flow cytometers. Additionally, data files created by MACSQuantify™ on the MACSQuant® Analyzer can easily be exported as FCS2.0 or FCS3.0 file formats.
 
As an operating program, the MACSQuantify Software efficiently manages instrument operation, data acquisition and data backup. Additionally, data analysis can be performed directly on the instrument while the instrument is acquiring discrete sample data.
 
Customized user interface
The MACSQuantify™ Software also offers a personalized log-in with individualized default settings and user modes, which are designed for the more-experienced and less-experienced user.
 
Analysis made easier
The operator has the option of performing simple analyses using pre-set programs with customized sample analysis protocols or fully automating sample acquisition and analysis using MACS® Control applications
 
Thus, the MACSQuantify™ Software is flexible and provides powerful tools with intuitive features for users of any level of experience. 
 
Download your free trial version of the MACSQuanitfy™ now.

 

Autolabeling

The MACSQuant® Analyzer eliminates the tedious and time-consuming procedure of manual sample labeling. The instrument ensures a smooth transition from sample pipetting, through sample labeling and cell analysis, to the generation of presentation-ready results.
 
  • Integrated 2-D barcode reader identifies reagents used for autolabeling
  • Software automatically recognizes and loads sample labeling protocols for MACS® Reagents and MACS® Control antibody cocktails
  • Convenient MACS® Control antibody cocktails allow automated analysis of cell populations - cell labeling. analysis and application of a predefined ‘gating’ strategy is performed in a fully automated fashion

 

Rare cell analysis

At the click of a button, the MACSQuant® Analyzer can automatically pre-enrich rare cells prior to flow cytometry analysis. This is achieved with the integrated MACS® Cell Enrichment Unit, which uses renowned MACS® Technology to enrich for target cell populations by magnetic labeling of cell markers (e.g., CD34).
Phenotypic characterization of rare cell populations can be reliably and easily performed by the MACSQuant Analyzer. Some examples include:
 
  • Antigen-specific T cells
  • Circulating tumor cells
  • Endothelial cells
  • Progenitor stem cells

 

Technical support

Miltenyi Biotec offers world-class technical support and service optimized to meet the needs of a busy laboratory. This acclaimed support exceeds far beyond basic instrument support: technically trained engineers work in tandem with support and sales teams to offer insightful advice in a timely manner.
 
On the ready:
 
  • A Miltenyi Biotec expert is only a phone call away for rapid advice
  • Access to support services directly from the MACSQuant Analyzer via ethernet connectivity
  • A wealth of information about instrument use, protocols and troubleshooting advice is available online
  • Technical support staff are experienced scientists who provide additional advice to instrument and software operation; for example, sample preparation techniques or experimental design

 

Training

With the MACSQuant® Analyzer even users with little experience of flow cytometry can perform complex multiparameter analyses using the simple and intuitive software interface. Nevertheless, Miltenyi Biotec realizes that introducing a new laboratory instrument can be a significant challenge and offers full support for this demanding transition.
 
Local application scientists facilitate:
 
  • On-site demonstrations
  • Hands-on training using the instrument and software
  • Knowledge transfer seminars and workshops

 
For complete flexibility, trainees can also opt to learn at their own pace using Miltenyi Biotec Webinars, which provide internet tutorials of the highest quality.
 
Additionally, we offer comprehensive training courses and workshops located at our regional training centers or at the Miltenyi Biotec Training Center located near Cologne, Germany. 

 

MACSQuant product list

Product Order no.
MACSQuant Analyzer 130-092-197
MACS MiniSampler 130-092-535
MACSQuant Calibration Beads 130-093-607
MACSQuant Starting Buffer Kit 130-094-190
MACSQuant Running Buffer 130-092-747
MACSQuant Washing Solution 130-092-749
MACSQuant Storage Solution 130-092-748
MQ Washing and Storage Solution Kit 130-092-801
MACS Bleach Solution 130-093-663
Chill 5 - MACS Cooling Racks 130-092-951
Chill 15 - MACS Cooling Racks 130-092-952
Chill 50 - MACS Cooling Racks 130-092-953
 
Services
 
MACSQuant Full Service L Contract 160-001-287
MACSQuant Service Contract 160-001-286

 

Downloads

To learn more about the outstanding capabilities of the MACSQuant Analyzer, click on the following links to download files in Adobe® Acrobat® format.
 

 

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