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The Welso WPCR96P is a benchtop gradient PCR thermal cycler designed for laboratories performing routine qualitative PCR as well as assay and protocol development.

Its semiconductor-based thermoelectric temperature control system provides fast and precisely controlled thermal cycling, while a 42 °C gradient capability allows laboratories to optimize annealing conditions on the same instrument used for routine PCR workflows.

For laboratories running unattended, overnight, or high-frequency PCR programs, the WPCR96P also combines continuous-operation capability with power-failure protection and automatic program recovery, helping improve workflow reliability when an interruption occurs during a run.

The instrument is designed around a three-zone thermal control architecture and an aluminium-alloy sample block to support more consistent temperature performance across the 96-well format.

Product Features

Fast Semiconductor Temperature Control

The WPCR96P uses advanced thermoelectric temperature control technology to achieve a maximum ramp rate of up to 6 °C/s. Fast heating and cooling performance helps reduce transition time between PCR steps and improves overall workflow efficiency for laboratories running multiple programs each day.

Three-Zone Thermal Control for Improved Block Consistency

Unlike a simple single-zone heating approach, the WPCR96P uses a three-zone thermal design to manage temperature distribution across the sample block.

This design helps compensate for temperature differences between central and peripheral positions and supports more consistent thermal conditions across a full 96-well PCR run.

Integrated Gradient PCR Capability

With a gradient span of up to 42 °C, the WPCR96P allows multiple annealing temperatures to be evaluated during one PCR experiment.

Laboratories can optimize new primer sets or PCR protocols on the same instrument and then use the established conditions for routine amplification.

Power-Failure Protection and Automatic Recovery

If a power interruption occurs during operation, the system supports power-failure protection and automatic program recovery after the power supply is restored.

This feature is particularly useful for long PCR programs and unattended workflows, helping reduce the risk of restarting an entire experiment following a temporary power interruption.

8-Inch Capacitive Touchscreen

The instrument is equipped with an 8-inch 1024 × 768 capacitive touchscreen that provides a clear interface for program setup and operation monitoring.

PCR programs, operating parameters, and run information can be displayed directly through the touchscreen, making the instrument convenient for laboratories where multiple users share the same equipment.

Designed for Continuous Laboratory Use

The WPCR96P uses an industrial-grade operating system designed to support stable and continuous operation in routine laboratory environments.

Combined with programmable PCR workflows and automatic recovery functions, it is suitable for laboratories running multiple daily batches or extended PCR programs.

Typical Applications

The WPCR96P is suitable for a wide range of qualitative and endpoint PCR applications, including:

● Molecular biology research

● Clinical and diagnostic laboratory workflows

● Food safety testing

● Environmental monitoring

● Agricultural testing

● Veterinary and aquaculture screening

● University and teaching laboratories

● Routine PCR testing laboratories with multiple instrument users

For distributors and OEM buyers, the WPCR96P can also serve as a higher-performance option within a PCR thermal cycler product range where faster ramping speed and advanced control functions are required.

Frequently Asked Questions

What happens if power is interrupted during a PCR run?

The WPCR96P includes power-failure protection and automatic recovery functionality. When the power supply is restored, the instrument can continue the unfinished program according to its recovery settings. The effectiveness of sample recovery may depend on the duration of the interruption and the temperature conditions during the power loss.

Can the WPCR96P be used for PCR assay optimization?

Yes. The integrated gradient function provides a temperature span of up to 42 °C, allowing laboratories to evaluate different annealing temperatures within the same experiment. Once suitable conditions are established, the optimized protocol can be used for routine PCR testing.

Why is three-zone temperature control useful for a 96-well PCR block?

Temperature conditions can vary between the center and edges of a thermal block. The three-zone design helps manage temperature distribution across different areas of the block, supporting more consistent thermal performance across samples positioned in central and peripheral wells.

Is the WPCR96P a real-time qPCR instrument?

No. The WPCR96P is a gradient PCR thermal cycler designed primarily for endpoint and qualitative PCR applications. It does not provide integrated real-time fluorescence detection for quantitative PCR. Laboratories requiring qPCR analysis should use a dedicated real-time PCR system.