Thermo Scientific Nanodrop 8000 Spectrophotometer

Technical Notes:

The unit was successfully connected to a Windows 7 laptop with the software NanoDrop 8000. We tested 2 µL samples of H2O3 solution using the UV-Vis mode for all 8 channels. The spectra match well with the expected spectra. See photos for more details

Model Description:

The Thermo Scientific NanoDrop 8000 is a high-throughput UV-Vis spectrophotometer built for labs needing fast, reliable nucleic acid and protein quantification without cuvettes or dilutions. It's a staple in genomics, molecular biology, and core sequencing facilities where sample throughput matters.

Highlights

• 8-sample pedestal array enables rapid, sequential microvolume measurements (1–2 µL samples)
• Full spectral range (220–750 nm) for A260/280 ratios, dsDNA, RNA, and protein assays
• Eliminates dilution steps, minimizing reagent use and sample loss
• Compatible with ND-8000 software for automated data logging and export