Promega GloMax® Microplate Readers

From single-tube to fully automated multimode detection

Promega GloMax Detection Systems

Choose Your GloMax®

GloMax® Discover
GM3000

GloMax® Discover

Multimode Microplate Reader

High-performance multimode reader with luminescence, fluorescence, UV-Vis absorbance, BRET, FRET, and filtered luminescence.

Perfect for qPCR & dPCR Workflows

Seamless companion for CFX Opus qPCR and QX dPCR systems

  • Pre-qPCR: Quantify DNA/RNA with QuantiFluor® or absorbance
  • Post-qPCR: Validate protein expression with NanoBRET™
  • Cell-based assays: CellTiter-Glo®, RealTime-Glo™ MT viability
  • dPCR QC: Quantify input DNA before droplet partitioning

Key Features

  • Luminescence, Fluorescence, UV-Vis Absorbance
  • BRET, FRET, Filtered Luminescence
  • Monochromator + Filter-based optics
  • Temperature control 4-45°C
  • Shaking: linear, orbital, double orbital
  • 21 CFR Part 11 compliant software

Specifications

Plate Formats 6 to 384-well
Sensitivity Luminescence 3 amol ATP
Sensitivity Fluorescence <0.4 fmol fluorescein
Wavelength Range Fluor: 320-750 nm, Abs: 200-1000 nm
Dynamic Range >6 logs
Read Time 96-well: <30 sec
GloMax® Explorer
GM3500

GloMax® Explorer

Integrated Multimode Reader

Fully automated multimode system with integrated injectors for kinetic assays, dual-luciferase, and live-cell analysis.

Ideal for Reporter Gene qPCR

Built for Dual-Luciferase® and kinetic signaling assays post-PCR

  • Dual-Luciferase® Reporter: Automated substrate injection
  • cAMP-Glo™ & P450-Glo™: GPCR and ADME/Tox screening
  • Flash kinetics: Real-time gene expression monitoring
  • Live-cell assays: Continuous measurement post-transfection

Key Features

  • Dual integrated injectors
  • All Discover modes + injectors
  • Live-cell kinetic monitoring
  • Flash & glow luminescence
  • Automated reagent addition
  • Real-time data acquisition

Specifications

Injectors 2 x 1mL syringe pumps
Injection Volume 5-350 µL
Dead Volume <5 µL
Plate Formats 6 to 384-well
Temperature Control Ambient +5°C to 45°C
Software Kinetic analysis suite included
GloMax® Navigator
GM2000

GloMax® Navigator

Luminometer

Dedicated luminometer optimized for glow and flash luminescence assays with superior sensitivity.

Best for Conventional PCR + Luciferase

Cost-effective luminescence detection for PCR validation

  • Reporter gene validation: NanoLuc® post-PCR
  • ATP detection: Cell viability after thermal cycling
  • Teaching labs: Simple luciferase assays
  • Budget-friendly: Luminescence only, no fluorescence needed

Key Features

  • Dedicated luminescence PMT
  • Superior sensitivity: <3 amol ATP
  • Glow and flash luminescence
  • No fluorescence/absorbance
  • Compact footprint
  • Cost-effective for luminescence

Specifications

Detection Luminescence only
Sensitivity 3 amol ATP
Dynamic Range >9 logs
Plate Formats 6 to 384-well
Cross-talk <3x10⁻⁵
Dimensions 33 x 41 x 29 cm
GloMax® 20/20
E5311

GloMax® 20/20

Single-Tube Luminometer

Compact single-tube luminometer for quick and sensitive bioluminescent assays and reporter gene detection.

Quick PCR Validation

Single-tube format for low-throughput spot checks

  • Teaching: Demo luciferase after PCR
  • Spot validation: Check 1-2 samples quickly
  • Portable: Bench-side confirmation
  • Entry-level: Most affordable option

Key Features

  • Single-tube format
  • Touch screen interface
  • No plate handling needed
  • Portable & compact
  • Instant results
  • Most affordable GloMax

Specifications

Format 12 x 75 mm tubes
Detection Luminescence only
Sensitivity 1x10⁻²¹ mol luciferase
Dynamic Range >8 logs
Dimensions 17 x 36 x 17 cm
Weight 3.6 kg

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