Magnetic Beads for DNA Purification

Magnetic beads are a simple and reliable method of purifying DNA for downstream applications such as PCR, library construction, and high-throughput sequencing. Under optimized conditions, DNA selectively binds to the surface of magnetic beads, while debris and contaminants stay in suspension. The major advantage of this method is that there is no need for centrifugation or vacuum manifolds, which can be a bottleneck in many automated processes. Separation can be done manually, semi-automated, or fully automated in 24, 96, and 384 well plates. Aside from the magnetic bead reagents or kits, the only necessary equipment required to complete the extraction are magnetic separators or processors. For more information, click on the magnetic bead purification products below, which can include complete kits or accompanying reagents.