DNA Sequencing

Choose from a broad range of DNA sequencing lasers and light engines for high-throughput applications as well as research and clinical uses.

More Power Get the power you need with our power-scalable laser technologies.
More Wavelengths Select the exact wavelength(s) you need with our unique OPSL technology.
Less Hassle Eliminate your design hassles with light engines combining two or more wavelengths.

High-Throughput

High-throughput methods simultaneously analyze many short strands. This parallelism requires plenty of power, making our compact Sapphire lasers (up to 500 mW) ideal.

Economic Options

For some DNA sequencers, cost is just as important as performance. Coherent supports this need with a range of economical diode laser modules with powers from mW to Watts.

StingRay and BioRay

StingRay and BioRay diode laser modules are compact lasers with fiber-ready (FR) or elliptical beam output and user-adjustable focus, ideal for particle counting.

OBIS CORE LS

OBIS CORE LS, compact low-noise lasers deliver a high-quality beam and provide analog and digital modulation to 1 kHz at several wavelengths from 488 nm to 594 nm.

OBIS LG and XT

OBIS LG and XT are CW lasers that extend the self-contained OBIS concept into the UV, including 349 nm, which is ideal for the latest UV fluorochromes.

OBIS LS/LX

OBIS LS/LX are the original compact smart lasers, offering plug-and-play simplicity with over 30 wavelengths from the UV to near-IR plus optional fiber delivery.

Light Engines

Most DNA sequencers need two or more wavelengths. Our standard and custom light engines minimize your design challenges and reduce your time to market.

Featured Blog

Laser Microscopes are Key Tools in Biology

Discover why confocal microscopy, multiphoton microscopy, and super-resolution microscopy all rely on lasers to support cutting-edge research in life sciences.

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Improving Data CV in Multi-Parameter Flow Cytometry Solution Brief | Coherent

Learn why the increase in the number of parameters in multi-parameter flow cytometry requires that the coefficient of variation (CV or rCV) of data be minimized.

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White Paper

Seven Advantages of Lasers Over LEDs for Life Sciences Applications

In most photonic based bio-instrumentation applications, the laser remains unchallenged as a superior solution despite recent advances in alternative “low cost” LED technologies.

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White Paper

OPSL Advantages - Invariant Beam Properties

The optically pumped semiconductor laser (OPSL) is a unique patented technology that combines the most desirable attributes of laser diodes, DPSS (Diode Pumped Solid State) and Ion lasers, while eliminating a number of their compromising limitations.

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White Paper

OPSL Advantages - Low Noise - No Mode Noise

The optically pumped semiconductor laser (OPSL) is a unique, patented technology that provides lower intrinsic noise than other continuous wave (CW) solid state lasers.

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Success Stories

OBIS lasers meet all our needs here. They are compact, high-reliability lasers that are energy efficient with a low thermal budget.

George Dubelaar CEO, Cytobuoy, Woerden, Netherlands

Autonomous Flow Cytometer Benefits From Compact, Efficient OBIS Lasers

Read why CytoBuoy's chose OBIS Lasers for compact, multi-wavelength instruments that can operate unattended for extended periods, floating or submerged in the sea.

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