Roche LightCycler 480-II Advanced PCR System with 384 Well Thermocycler Block Pred Pro

Summary of testing & maintenance we perform (depending on included configuration):

• We inspect the Roche LightCycler 480-II for physical damage.
• The LightCycler 480-II system components are inspected and cleaned.
• Mechanical components inspected, adjusted, and lubricated if necessary.
• The proper operation of electronic components is confirmed
• Necessary repairs and services performed to make sure the LightCycler 480-II will function as intended
• We perform stress tests on the thermal block and electronics. 
• We perform tests of all the instrument functions listed below
  • Self-check: PASSED
  • Check Lamp Stability: PASSED
  • Check Camera and Filter: PASSED
  • Perform Measurement Excitation testing: PASSED
  • Check Filter Wheel Response Time: PASSED
  • Check Filter Dark Position: PASSED
  • Check Filter Motor Connection: PASSED
  • Check Flat Field Parameters: PASSED
  • Check Cover Marker Coordinates: PASSED
  • Check Camera Hot Pixels: PASSED
  • Check Bias Value: PASSED
  • Check Noise: PASSED
  • Exchange Reference Channel: PASSED
  • Check Camera: PASSED
  • Check Cover Heater Temperature: PASSED
  • Tested barcode scanner: PASSED
  • X and Y-axis calibration: PASSED (unit is less than 5% of allowable offset)
  • Excitation Measurement and Detector alignment: PASSED
  • Blank plate run performed with no errors: PASSED

You will need the consumables starting out: 

• LightCycler Consumables (roche.com)

We offer both onsite and remote demos via Zoom.

• We invite you to come in for an onsite Demo or schedule a Zoom demo of the LightCycler 480-II.

Roche LightCycler 480-II Advanced PCR System comes with a 90-day Warranty.

Warranty Terms:

• The warranty term is 90 Days from the date of the Roche LightCycler 480-II’s arrival at the destination.
• This includes parts and labor.
• The customer should retain all packing materials during the warranty period. 

Exceptions: 

• Damage to the system due to the use of incorrect consumables.
• Electrical damage from plugging into an incorrect voltage. 
• Improper storage or transportation procedures.
• Issues caused by lack of proper standard maintenance.
• Moisture/Water damage.
• Physical damage.

Optional Training Package:

We can offer Roche Instrument Training (Remote setup, general maintenance procedures guidance). This service is highly recommended to avoid a lot of the above issues. 

Basic steps to confirm quality:

• Confirm that all the Roche LightCycler 480-II covers are not cracked or broken. (It is very common for the Thermal Block door to be damaged, affecting the interlocks.)
• Confirm the plate drawer opens and closes smoothly.
• Confirm that the instrument is on a Windows 10 computer and communicates. 
• Make sure the Thermal Block is in good working order. (They are thousands of dollars to replace.)  
• Confirm that the Lamp is in good condition and the Xenon reflector lamp is new.

If you have concerns, we highly recommend inspecting the Roche LightCycler 480-II  in person or doing a live Zoom call; this will allow you to evaluate the condition.

• We stock multiple Roche LightCycler 480-II  systems along with many replacement parts to back our warranty.

• If you are a US or Canadian customer, we are likely already a registered vendor in your University's vendor system. This would greatly expedite the process of PO approvals and get the Roche LightCycler 480-II  into your lab faster.
• POs are accepted from US and Canadian universities.

• We can ship within a few days to 2 weeks. Ship times depend on the current demand for our instruments. Members of our sales team will be able to offer current estimates.

• All Roche LightCycler 480-II are shipped fully insured within the US and internationally as long as we are a shipper and handle shipping arrangements.
• If the buyer handles shipping, then shipping insurance responsibility falls to the buyer; we highly advise that the buyer obtain shipping insurance from their carrier.

Packing

• Most Roche LightCycler 480-II systems ship in fully enclosed ISPM-15 certified wooden crates, with proper padding underneath and the sides, and have moving components braced.
• Accessories are packed safely in boxes with padding and then safely packed inside the crate.
• We may not use a crate for local deliveries to save you money *if delivered by us.
• We often use “tilt’ & “shock” indicators on the crates to ensure the crate has not been excessively tilted and dropped where equipment may suffer damage.
• Photos are taken during the packing process to make sure nothing is missed.

USA/Canada Shipping

• Within US and Canada, we will ship via selected freight carriers. We do not use low-price/high-damage carriers as we want the equipment to get safely to you.

International Shipping

• Internationally we will only ship via Air Freight or Air Parcel (such as UPS, DHL), which provides reliability, no exposure to Ocean weather, and timely delivery.
  We have extensive experience shipping robotic liquid handelers around the world.

Our experience and process

• We have safely packed and shipped hundreds of sensitive analytical instruments, including Roche LightCycler 480-II.
• Before final packing/shipping, the Roche LightCycler 480-II is re-checked to verify performance.

*SM* Small Crate
275#

A lot…and it is certainly worth it, and here is why.  Feel free to ask for feedback from hundreds of customers who bought from us.

• You will save around 55-70% vs. buying a new Roche.  Why not spend leftover funds on another instrument for your lab?
• You will get a 90-day warranty, plus, when available, an option to obtain an extended warranty agreement. 
• Get peace of mind knowing that your instrument was tested and working the day it left our facility and is covered if there are faults.
• Many customers choose to invest funds into Extended Warranties or maintenance plans for additional piece of mind.

The Roche LightCycler 480-II could be priced up to $65,000. So why not save your funds by buying Roche LightCycler 480-II used, get the high-quality sample preparation you expect from Roche, and use your leftover funds elsewhere?

• Well, this one is easy; buying a pre-owned Roche LightCycler 480-II is great for the planet; you are reducing unnecessary waste, CO2 output, and water use that would be used during the manufacturing process.   

Absolutely! Please give us a call (1-617-366-2699) or complete this form to get your questions answered or receive a formal Quote.