Re: [DIYbio] Re: Cheapest and easiest way to do PCR at home?

Interesting to note that Genefoo's website went down after your last post, and many of their products are now available on the minipcr website.  These are the same design, but I don't believe Genefoo was actually shipping completed units -- I anticipate that they have joined forces.  

Also of note, any mention of minipcr being open source has now disappeared from their website.  Pricing of individual components for assembling a personalPCR unit was in the $100-125 range last I checked, so the $800 figure has to involve paying people for development, testing, etc.  I don't fault them for the price hike, but I also don't see a lot of individuals making a purchase for a less functional thermocycler than can often be found in the used market for less money.  Support is key, though, so if they manage to make a business out of this, I'll be on the lookout for prices to drop.  

On Saturday, September 6, 2014 11:56:08 PM UTC-4, Sebastian wrote:

I don't mean to offend or step on toes but I am curious: what is the difference between Genefoo's personal pcr and the minipcr. Looks identical but one is a hundred dollars cheaper. I'm really looking into a small pcr machine but that cost can't be justified beyond niche market parameters. Cost of parts plus any reasonable profit margin can't equate to $800 unless the cost is being cranked up due to low demand, or MSRP based on other machines. I mean seriously, a peltier, custom micro, a PID program with thermocouple feedback should be the big cost driver. A custom machined the block may be pricey but not $800. Even OpenPCR shouldn't be that expensive. I really can't see a good way to justify the price. No offense.

On Sep 6, 2014 11:09 PM, "Sebastian Kraves" <bast...@gmail.com> wrote:

check out www.minipcr.com.  Comes assembled, calibrated, and quality tested.

On Tuesday, January 22, 2013 10:44:26 PM UTC-5, Avery Ashley wrote:

What's your setup?

How much did it cost?

Any recommendations for someone who desperately wants a PCR machine but can't afford one and doesn't have the skills to delve into DIY electronics?

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