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Product Overview
Amine Quantum Dots Conjugation Kit is a Conjugation Kit from Ocean NanoTech.
Quantum dots (QDs) are fluorescent semiconductor nanocrystals that have unique optical and electronic properties including size tunable emission wavelength, superior brightness, high resistance to photobleaching, and simultaneous excitation of multiple colors from a single light source. These properties make QDs a unique class of light-emitting nanoparticles with promising potential in optoelectronics, biotechnology and medicine. Ocean NanoTech’s amine-terminated quantum dots, ranging from 425-665 nm, are now available in an easy-to-use kit format (QAK), allowing researchers to conjugate antibodies, proteins, peptides or other biomolecules of their own choice. The kit is used to specifically conjugate quantum dots and antibodies, proteins, peptides or other biomolecules with primary amine, carboxy or thiol groups with low non-specific binding. It contains Amine Quantum Dots and reagents sufficient for performing four (4) conjugation reactions. Briefly, the QDs are activated using SMCC (succinimidyl 4-(N-maleimidomethyl) cyclohexane-1-carboxylate), followed by conjugation to thiol groups that are present on the target protein/ligands such as bovine serum albumin, streptavidin and immunoglobulin.
Kit Contents
- Amine Quantum Dots: 0.125 mL
- Coupling Buffer (CB300): 15 mL
- Quenching Buffer (QB300): 0.5 mL
- Storage Buffer (SB300): 15 mL
- Sulfo-SMCC: 20 mg (Store at -20 °C upon arrival)
Physical & Chemical Properties
| Solubility | Completely miscible |
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| Chemical Stability | Stable under recommended storage conditions. |
| Incompatible Materials | Strong oxidizing agents |
Safety & Handling
For Research Use Only (RUO). Consult the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) before use and follow all applicable safety protocols.
This conjugation kit is optimized for covalent attachment of proteins, antibodies, peptides, and other amine- or carboxyl-containing biomolecules to the nanoparticle surface. The conjugation chemistry exploits EDC/NHS carbodiimide coupling or direct amine coupling depending on the specific kit protocol. Refer to the product data sheet for the list of validated biomolecule types and loading ratios.
This kit is available in multiple particle size variants (accessible via the variant selector). Particle size affects hydrodynamic behavior, conjugation efficiency, and downstream assay sensitivity. Smaller particles (10–15 nm) are preferred for solution-phase immunoassays, while larger particles (20–30 nm) may be better suited for lateral flow or magnetic separation applications.
Conjugation efficiency can be assessed by measuring protein concentration in the pre- and post-conjugation supernatant using a BCA or Bradford assay to estimate the amount of protein immobilized on the nanoparticle surface. Gel electrophoresis, DLS (dynamic light scattering), and functional assays (e.g., antibody binding activity) are recommended for comprehensive conjugate characterization.
Conjugated nanoparticles should be stored in the supplied storage buffer at 2–8°C and protected from light. Avoid freezing, as freeze-thaw cycles can cause irreversible aggregation. Short-term storage at room temperature is acceptable for applications requiring immediate use, but long-term stability should be evaluated under intended storage conditions.
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