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VERLO™ Image-Guided Cell Sorter

The VERLO™ Image-Guided Cell Sorter is providing conventional flow cytometry and cell sorting along with the ability to perform imaging analysis to identify and sort cells based on morphology, subcellular localization and more. The VERLO™ instrument expands the capabilities of gentle benchtop microfluidic cell sorting. With two lasers and nine colors, plus 3 label-free parameters, it maintains simple workflows for either bulk sorting or single-cell dispensing into 96- or 384-well plates with an integrated cell dispensing and sample cooling.

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Adding Image Analysis to Gentle Microfluidic Cell Sorting

Spatial Information

Captures images of each cell. In addition to fluorescence intensity, the VERLO provides spatial information such as cell morphology and marker localization

Enhanced Resolution

Imaging of subcellular structures and analysis of spatial variations in brightfield, darkfield, and fluorescent images

Increased Precision Sorting

Following the acquisition and processing of cell images, imaging features are incorporated into the gating strategy to define cell phenotypes

Multivariate Datasets

Combines high-throughput sampling with single-cell image acquisition and measures large number of features from cell images, providing more comprehensive data

 

Key VERLO™ Applications

stem cell key applications

 

VERLO™ Image Sorting Technology 12-Parameter Image-Guided Sorting

With 488 nm and 561 nm lasers to detect up to 9 fluorescent markers and 3 channels of label-free information, the VERLO Image-Guided Cell Sorter can identify key structures, such as golgi and nuclei, internalization, overall morphology, and nuanced texture features that can discriminate live-dead—as well as the physiology of the cells.

VERLO Features

Once you have decided on which morphological features of the cells you want to sort, you can gate on image features such as Area vs Max Intensity, just like you would when sorting using FSC vs BSC. The image features are calculated in real-time, enabling you to begin sorting your samples without having to first analyze the whole sample and then run it through the instrument again.

VERLO Data

 

Microfluidics

The VERLO™ Image-Guided Cell Sorter uses patented, microfluidic-based sorting with robust laser-excitation and sensitive PMT detectors to isolate mammalian cells, microbes, plant cells and more. A gentle and precise piezoelectric actuator directs cells into collection channels and allows analysis and sorting in a disposable format. This eliminates sample-to-sample contamination and biohazard exposure or cleanup. This technology allows the VERLO™ to sort up to 200 cells per second with high accuracy and effective recovery. Deposit 1 to 100 cells per well in a 96- or 384 well plate using a single-cell sorting cartridge and integrated Single-Cell Dispenser. CellVantage Software VERLO™ integrated platform uses patented, microfluidic-based sorting with robust laser-excitation and sensitivePMT detectors to isolate mammalian cells, microbes, plant cells and more. Agentle and precise piezoelectric actuator directs cells into collection channels and allows analysis and sorting in a disposable format. This eliminates sample-to-sample contamination and biohazard exposure or cleanup.

- Unique to NanoCellect are our disposable cartridges that allow for bulk sorting or single-cell sorting. 

- The sorting cartridges use a piezoacoustic actuator that gently directs cells into collection channels; an embedded cell sorting verification system gives instant feedback of sorting accuracy. 

- This technology allows the VERLO™ to sort up to 200 cells per second with high accuracy and effective recovery. 

- Sort two selected cell populations with bulk sorting while the remainder of cells collects in a third channel. 

- Deposit 1 to 100 cells per well in a 96- or 384 well plate using a single-cell sorting cartridge and integrated Single-Cell Dispenser.

Microfluidic Cartridge

 

VERLO™ Specifications

Fluidics

 Sample input  1.5, 2.0, and 5.0 mL tubes
 Sheath input  50 mL conical tubes
 Sheath fluid  Buffer of choice
 Sheath fluid usage  9.6 mL/hour
 Sample flow rate  12 μL/minute
 Sample line volume  50 μL
 Minimum sample volume  100 μL
 Tubing diameter (inner)  200 to 500 μm
 Flow cell  200 x 700 μm
 Smaller channel diameter  70 μm
 Sample pressure  < 2 psi
 Sample output (bulk sorting)  1.5 mL or 5 mL tubes
 Sample output (single cell)  96- or 384-well plates (flat/U/V bottom or PCR)

Plate Sorting Specifications

 Time to plate (96 wells)  6 minutes
 Time to plate (384 wells)   20 minutes
 Droplet volume  4 μL
 Sample plate options  96 or 34 well (flat bottom, V-bottom, U-bottom, PCR)

Performance

 Scatter sensitivity  < 1.5 μm by FSC or BSC
 Scatter resolution  Resolves lymphocytes, monocytes and granulocytes
 Fluorescence sensitivity  < 200 MESF FITC (488 nm laser)< 250 MESF PE (561 nm laser)
 Fluorescence resolution  9-peak separation with SPHERO Rainbow Calibration Particles
 Analysis speed  2,000 events/second
 Sorting  1- and 2-ways
 Back-to-back sorting speed  200 events/second
 Absolute counts  Yes
 Volumetric counts  Yes
 Warm-up time  Less than 1 minute
 Sorting purity  Up to 99% purity

Optics

 Laser Profile  1.5 x 1.5 μm
 Scatter detection  Forward (0 degrees, +/- 15) Back (180 degrees, +/- 15)
 Excitation & emission detection  488 mm 50 mW: 525/50, 580/25, 620/50, 706/95, 760LP 561nm 50 mW: 580/25, 620/50, 706/95, 760LP
 Optical alignment  Fixed alignment No maintenance required

Instrument Specifications

 VERLO Dimensions  18 in H x 40 in W x 18 in D (45.7 cm H x 101.6 cm W x 45.7 cm D)
 VERLO weight  150 lbs / 68 kg
 VERLO Electrical  AC Input: 100-240V, 50-60Hz, 2A

 

VERLO™ Configuration

The VERLO's dual laser configuration allows 9 fluorescent and 3 label-free flow cytometry and imaging channels to be collected.

Lasers and Filters

VERLO Configuration

Optics

Verlo Optics

Dye Compatability

VERLO Dyes

VERLO™ Integrated Platform

VERLO's integrated system offers seamless compatibility and streamlined workflows, providing researchers with a comprehensive solution for their cell sorting needs.

CellVantage™ Software

The CellVantage software combines the classic flow cytometry features familiar to flow cytometry scientists with an interactive image gallery to visualize all analyzed and sorted cells. The software has an intuitive workflow interface that walks the user through the experimental process and is designed for both novice and expert users.

Single-Cell Dispenser

Designed to sort and dispense into 96- and 384-well plates, the integrated dispenser provides higher rates of singlet detection comparted to cell printers or limiting dilution. Users can preform simple, label-free dispensing or advanced multicolor panel single-cell dispensing.

Plate sorting specifications:

- Time to Plate (96-well): 6 min
- Time to Plate (384-well): 20 min
- Dispensed Volume: 4 µL
- Plating options: 96-or 384-well plates (flat/U/V bottom or PCR)

Sample Cooling and Mixing

The VERLO™ has integrated sample cooling designed to keep your temperature-sensitive samples cooled and agitated to maintain them in uniform suspension while running bulk and single-cell sorting. Both your sample and sheath fluid are kept at the desired temperature. In addition, sorted cells are also kept cooled whether you sort in tube or multi-well plates.

Sample cooling and mixing specifications:

- Chilling Temperature: 4-24°C (39.2-75.2°F) 
- Sample Rotation Speed: 5-100 rpm

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