Meet the Bandit Duo™: Affordable all-in-one gel electrophoresis system
Bandit Duo™: Integrated DNA gel electrophoresis at a fraction of the cost
For many educators and researchers, one of the largest hurdles is overcoming budget constraints. At miniPCR bio, we’re committed to making biotech accessible by offering reliable, affordable tools for the classroom and lab.
Skip bulky, expensive electrophoresis systems and run DNA gels on-the-go. The new Bandit Duo™ brings portable electrophoresis to everyone, everywhere at just $99!
Promotional launch sale ends 9/1/26.
Real-time DNA band separation and visualization — in minutes!
See DNA migrate and separate with research-grade results within 10 minutes. This all-in-one kit combines gel electrophoresis and illumination using blue-light LEDs and safe fluorescent dyes (GelGreen® and SeeGreen™). Say goodbye to hazardous UV and DNA staining methods!
Educational DNA gel electrophoresis activities with broad curricular alignment
The Bandit Duo™ system is compatible with both DNA electrophoresis and dye electrophoresis Learning Labs™. Run and visualize up to 9 samples at once — perfect for analyzing results even from PCR labs too!
Construct to Instruct: DIY assembly for hands-on STEM learning
Introduce students to real biotech skills from micropipetting to DNA analysis with this classroom-friendly kit.
Just follow three simple steps:
1. Cast your gel
2. Run your samples
3. View your results
And repeat! All kit components are reusable and fit in a compact carrying case.
Beyond molecular biology, the Bandit Duo™ also integrates core STEM concepts. Explore topics from electrical circuits and conductivity, polymer structure and pore size, to fluorescence and light wavelengths.
Practice these essential techniques with real-world applications in your class!
Already have a Bandit™ STEM Electrophoresis Kit? Just add Viewit™!
Existing Bandit™ users can easily transform their system to visualize DNA with the Viewit™ Illumination Kit.
New to Bandit™ entirely? We recommend the Bandit Duo™ for the complete electrophoresis and visualization experience.
See the table below for a quick comparison of Bandit™, Viewit™, and Bandit Duo™.
| Features | Bandit™ | Viewit™ | Bandit Duo™ |
| Application | Gel electrophoresis system kit | DNA & RNA visualization add-on | DNA & RNA gel electrophoresis and visualization |
| Compatible Activities | Dye electrophoresis Learning Labs™ | Dye and DNA electrophoresis Learning Labs™ | Dye and DNA electrophoresis Learning Labs™ |
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| Price | $95 | $65 | $99*, Normal pricing is $159 |
*Promotional pricing lets you get both Bandit™ & Viewit™ kits for almost the same price of a single Bandit™! Sale ends 9/1/26.
Watch the Bandit Duo™ system in action
All-in-one professional-grade gel electrophoresis on-the-go and on a budget.
Related resources:
- Bandit Duo™ Electrophoresis System
- See all electrophoresis Learning Labs™
- Learn more about the Bandit™ STEM Electrophoresis Kit and the Viewit™ Illumination Kit
