Invitrogen NuPAGE Technical Guide

Technical guide for the Invitrogen NuPAGE electrophoresis system with protocols, gel specs, and troubleshooting.


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Brand
invitrogen
Category
Other device
Document type
User Manual
Language
English
Pages
56
File format
PDF
File size
505 KB
Published
01 October, 2026
Updated
01 October, 2026
MD5 checksum
4C5471C2536E137507FA19025789EC34

About this manual

The NuPAGE® Technical Guide provides detailed information on the NuPAGE® electrophoresis system, including gel specifications, buffer compositions, sample preparation, electrophoresis procedures, and staining methods. It also covers system components, recommended storage conditions, and safety warnings.

The guide includes troubleshooting tips, accessory product listings, and contact information for technical service, making it a comprehensive resource for researchers using NuPAGE® Bis‑Tris and Tris‑Acetate pre‑cast gels.

What's inside

  • General Information
  • NuPAGE Gel Specifications
  • Preparing Samples
  • Electrophoresis of NuPAGE Gels
  • Silver Staining
  • Coomassie Staining
  • Western Blotting
  • Troubleshooting
  • Accessory Products
  • Technical Service

Specifications

Gel MatrixAcrylamide/Bisacrylamide
Gel Thickness1.0 mm
Gel Size8 cm x 8 cm
Cassette MaterialStyrene Copolymer (recycle code 7)
Sample Well Configuration1, 9, 10, 12, 15, 17‑well, 2D‑well, IPG‑well

Frequently asked questions

What temperature should NuPAGE® gels be stored at?

NuPAGE® Bis‑Tris gels should be stored at 4‑25 °C and NuPAGE® Tris‑Acetate gels at +4 °C.

How long is the shelf life of NuPAGE® Bis‑Tris gels?

The NuPAGE® Bis‑Tris gels have a shelf life of 12 months when stored at 4‑25 °C.

Can NuPAGE® Bis‑Tris gels be used with non‑SDS running buffers?

No, using NuPAGE® Bis‑Tris gels with MOPS or MES running buffer without SDS can cause excessive heat and poor resolution.

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