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:
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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