How Microplate Readers Work & How We Save You Time & Money
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Microplate readers are used to detect biological, chemical, or physical events—as well as properties and analytes—within the device’s well plates via the measurement of light.
Plate readers/detectors are found in a wide variety of laboratories and see extensive use in numerous applications across a wide range of disciplines, including:
- Life sciences
- Basic research
- Target discovery/Lead discovery
- Bioassay validation
- Quality control
- Drug safety
- Toxicity testing
- Biopharmaceutical and pharmaceutical manufacturing processes
Furthermore, plate readers are found in both industrial and academic settings, as well as food, cosmetics, and environmental research.
Depending on the manufacturer, plate readers can be equipped with a 96- or 384-well microplate or a standard cuvette, and can handle large amounts of samples in minutes or even seconds thanks to a wide range of well formats and multi-channel optics.
Furthermore, the use of robotic microplate stackers increases throughput. If your lab is in need of high-throughput screening (HTS) and detection, microplate readers are an excellent addition to your lab. Automation is a key feature and allows for integration into automated systems and workflows.
Plate readers help reduce operational time while saving on reagent costs as well, allowing researchers and scientists to spend more time on data analysis.
Why Biotech Teams Choose Excedr
Here’s what sets our leasing program apart.
Leasing Built for Biotech Startups
Our program is designed specifically for life sciences—flexible, non-dilutive, and aligned with the needs of R&D-heavy teams.
Non-Dilutive Capital to Scale Faster
Leasing helps extend your runway without giving up equity. Fund your lab and hit key milestones without compromising ownership.
You Bring the Equipment—We Finance It
We don’t carry inventory. Once approved, you choose the exact equipment you need—we’ll structure the lease around it.
Fast Approvals for Fast-Moving Teams
Our startup-savvy process gets you approved in days—not weeks—so you can move at the pace of your science.
Terms That Match Your Timeline
Leases range from 2 to 5 years, tailored to your stage, equipment lifecycle, and budget.
Expert Support from Day One
We work directly with vendors and service providers to streamline logistics, repairs, and maintenance—so you don’t have to.
No Loan-Like Terms or Restrictions
Skip the covenants, collateral, and IP pledges. Our leases are founder-friendly by design.
Free Up Capital with Sale-Leasebacks
If you’ve already purchased equipment, we can buy and lease it back to you—converting upfront costs into flexible monthly payments.
Flexible Options at Lease-End
Choose to renew, return, or purchase at fair market value—no pressure, just options.
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