ACQUASTAIN – STAIN YOUR PROTEIN GELS QUICKLY AND EASILY

No washing or destaining required
AcquaStain is a one-step Coomassie Blue stain for protein gels. Its innovative formula requires no pre- or post-treatment of the gel. Simply run your protein gel, add the stain, and watch the bands appear within seconds—no destaining needed.

AcquaStain contains no hazardous chemicals or acids, making it much safer than other staining solutions. After use, it can even be safely disposed of down the drain. Unlike many other stains, AcquaStain is water-based, meaning it does not cause noticeable shrinkage or wrinkling of the gel. Additionally, proteins extracted from AcquaStain-treated gels are 100% compatible with mass spectrometry, unlike those treated with methanol-based stains.

READY IN 10 MINUTES

Many fast gel staining methods require expensive equipment or compromise the clarity of protein bands. AcquaStain does neither. No other fast-staining solution is as quick—the entire process takes just 10 minutes for typical protein amounts. Plus, there’s no risk of oversaturation, allowing overnight incubation without any negative effects.

AcquaStain is an affordable solution that delivers an ultra-sensitive signal—equivalent to or better than the best Coomassie-based reagents on the market. Protein bands stand out clearly, while the gel background remains crystal clear. AcquaStain has a distinct teal color that is completely free from precipitate, and there is no need to shake before use.

PERFECT FOR TEACHING LABS

With the ability to run and stain protein gels within a standard one-hour wet lab class, AcquaStain is ideal for educational settings. Want to simplify your workflow even further? Try our cost-effective, easy-to-use, and portable gel documentation systems.