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Microarray Scanner Leasing for Labs

Lease the microarray system that fits your workflow. Analyze gene expression at scale—without tying up your budget.

What Is a Microarray Scanner?

Microarray scanners are specialized imaging instruments designed to measure fluorescence signals from gene or protein microarrays, enabling researchers to quantify gene expression levels, identify genetic variants, and explore biological pathways at high throughput. They are central tools in genomics, oncology research, diagnostics, and personalized medicine, providing precise, reproducible data across thousands of molecular interactions simultaneously.

Why Lease a Microarray Scanner?

Microarray scanners offer sensitive, multiplex detection capabilities crucial for biomarker discovery, gene expression analysis, and precision diagnostics. However, investing in these sophisticated instruments—particularly those featuring high-resolution imaging, multiple wavelength detection, or integrated analysis software—can significantly impact budgets.

Leasing enables your lab to scale efficiently without committing substantial capital upfront. It’s particularly beneficial for academic research facilities, biotech startups, and diagnostic labs seeking rapid adoption or upgrades. Leasing also simplifies the transition to advanced models as your analysis needs evolve, ensuring ongoing flexibility and competitiveness.

Where Leasing a Microarray Scanner Adds Value

Leasing is especially helpful when:

  • Starting or expanding genomic research or core facilities—Rapidly access advanced imaging without large upfront costs.
  • Upgrading for higher resolution or sensitivity—Keep pace with evolving projects without repeated capital outlays.
  • Prioritizing budget for consumables, software, or personnel—Maximize resources and maintain productivity with flexible leasing.

Whether you're analyzing gene expression data, conducting high-volume genetic screening, or driving discoveries in personalized medicine, leasing a microarray scanner helps sustain momentum—without capital bottlenecks.

Why Teams Lease with Excedr

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Founder-friendly, non-dilutive capital

Ideal for early-stage or venture-backed teams—and a smart option for any lab looking to preserve equity while scaling.

Flexibility on equipment choice

No inventory limitations. You choose the system that fits your workflow—we handle the financing.

Lease terms aligned with your growth

2–5 year terms that support your budget, equipment lifecycle, and scaling timeline.

Quick approvals, flexible terms

Get approved in days—not weeks—with no collateral, IP pledges, or debt covenants required.

White-glove service & procurement

Equipment sourcing, vendor coordination, and lease logistics are streamlined to reduce your team’s internal workload.

Reliable support when it matters

Our vendor relationships help resolve issues quickly—so you stay productive and hit key milestones.

Leasing Solutions We Provide

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Operating Leases

Treat lease payments as operating expenses, not debt. This simplifies accounting and preserves flexibility.

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Sale Lease-Backs

Convert owned equipment into working capital. Keep it off your balance sheet and treat payments as operating expenses.

Popular Microarray Scanner Manufacturers

Thermo Fisher Scientific
GeneChip™ Scanner 3000 7G
Thermo Fisher Scientific
GeneChip™ System 3000
Thermo Fisher Scientific
GeneChip™ System 3000DX v.2
Molecular Devices
GenePix 4000B
Molecular Devices
GenePix 4100A
Molecular Devices
GenePix 4300/4400
Molecular Devices
GenePix Microarray Systems
Thermo Fisher Scientific
GeneTitan™ MC Fast Scan
Innopsys
InnoScan 1100
Innopsys
InnoScan 710
Innopsys
InnoScan 710-G
Innopsys
InnoScan 710-IR
Innopsys
InnoScan 710-R
Innopsys
InnoScan 910
Illumina
NextSeq 500
Agilent
SureScan
Agilent
SureScan Dx
Illumina
iScan
Agilent
Agilent
Applied Microarrays
Applied Microarrays
Bio-Rad
Bio-Rad
Illumina
Illumina
Innopsys
Innopsys
Molecular Devices
Molecular Devices
PerkinElmer
PerkinElmer
Thermo Fisher Scientific
Thermo Fisher Scientific

Straightforward Application Process

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Tell Us What You Need

Already have a quote or PO? Just let us know the equipment you want to lease—we’ll take it from there.

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Get Approved Quickly

Our in-house underwriting team reviews your financials fast—no outsourcing, no red tape—so you get a decision in days, not weeks.

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We Handle the Rest

We handle the logistics and coordinate with the vendor so you can get to work—no upfront capital required.

Helping Scientists Scale & Succeed

"We used Excedr when it was time for us to make a large capital equipment purchase. The whole leasing process was smooth, quick, and seamless.

Working with Excedr made it possible for us to accelerate our scientific discovery pipeline without a large outlay of capital."

Jessica Grossman, CEO at IgGenix
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Jessica Grossman

CEO, IgGenix

"Excedr's lease structure helped us extend our cash runway, forecast our projects with greater accuracy, and track and manage upcoming expenses more effectively, putting us in a stronger position for our next venture round."

Shawn Gahr

COO & Co-Founder, Novoron

"Building a biotech is tough, and Excedr has been a dynamite partner in scaling. They supported Distributed Bio’s growth from an 8-person lab team to 35 members by the time of acquisition.

When I started Centivax, Jon was one of the first people I called. I recommend them for any biotech startup."

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Jacob Glanville

CEO & President, Centivax

"Excedr has been invaluable for KiraGen Bio, helping us access high-quality equipment without heavy upfront costs.

Their flexible leasing and reliable support let us focus on advancing research rather than equipment procurement and maintenance."

Aaron Edwards

Co-Founder & CEO, KiraGen Bio

"Excedr helped us finance a BLI system when we were new to equipment leasing.

Sylvia guided us through our options, and the fast, easy process freed our team to focus on research and grant management instead of funding logistics."

Max Brennan
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Max Brennan

General Counsel & VP Operations, Zab Bio

Leasing our Zeiss EVO10 electron microscope cut outside analysis costs in the first year and improved response times to field issues.

Having it on-site also strengthened our Engineering and Production Teams’ understanding of our product lines."

Tom Raber, Principal Mechanical Technician at Plug Power
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Tom Raber

Principal Mechanical Technician, Plug Power

Frequently Asked Questions

Lease Your Next Microarray System & Accelerate R&D

Don’t let capital constraints limit your lab’s genomics capabilities. Our leasing program is designed to remove friction from equipment procurement so you can stay focused on producing accurate, reliable results.