MALDI-TOF mass spectrometry
Matrix-Assisted Laser Desorption/Ionisation Time-of-Flight (MALDI-TOF) mass spectrometry is one of the most versatile tools in modern analytical science. From rapid bacterial identification in clinical microbiology to high-resolution structural characterisation of synthetic polymers and proteins, MALDI-TOF delivers fast, sensitive, and cost-effective mass analysis across a wide molecular weight range.
LT2 Plus
Entry-Level Benchtop & TrainingMALDI
TOF
The LT2 Plus is the starting point for laboratories requiring a compact, self-contained MALDI platform without compromising on real analytical capability. It is particularly well suited to clinical microbiology facilities, QA/QC laboratories, and research groups entering MALDI analysis for the first time.
Key Capabilities
| Linear TOF detection |
| Integrated touchscreen option for clinical use |
| Compatible with SAI BactoScreen microbial identification software |
| Basic proteomics and polymer molecular weight analysis |
| Compact self-contained benchtop design |
Micro ID
Microbial identification systemMALDI
TOF
The Micro ID combines the compact LT2 Plus MALDI-ToF mass spectrometer with BactoSCREEN-ID identification software, engineered specifically for microbial identification in clinical, research, and industrial environments. It delivers fast, accurate identification of Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria, yeasts, and moulds including filamentous fungi with no prior mass spectrometry experience required.
Key Capabilities
| Identifies 96 samples in under 15 minutes |
| Species-level identification accuracy exceeding 98% |
| Simple three-step workflow: spot, add matrix, analyse |
| Validated reference spectra for moulds and filamentous fungi |
| BactoSCREEN-ID software with database creation, statistical analysis, and dendrogram generation |
| CE marked and IVD compliant |
LT3 Plus
Dual-mode with imaging optionMALDI
TOF
Dual linear and reflectron detection with peptide sensitivity below 1 fM in reflectron mode. Suited to proteomics, polymer characterisation, and with the optional imaging module, spatially resolved analysis of tissue sections and material surfaces.
Key Capabilities
| Linear and reflectron TOF detection modes |
| Peptide detection limits below 1 fM in reflectron mode |
| Wide biomolecule and polymer mass range |
| Optional MALDI tissue and surface imaging module |
LaserToF TT
Flagship researchMALDI
TOF/TOF
High-performance MALDI instrument. A 3.8-metre flight path with ideal-field reflectron and patented zoom lens optics deliver attomolar sensitivity and superior mass resolution. PSD and CID collision cell provide full MS/MS capability for de novo sequencing. MALDI imaging is included as standard.
Key Capabilities
| 3.8 m flight path with ideal-field reflectron for superior mass resolution |
| Attomolar (aM) sensitivity via patented zoom lens optics |
| PSD and CID collision cell for MS/MS fragmentation |
| MALDI imaging included as standard |