PlantExplorer XS
Discover the PlantExplorer XS, a state-of-the-art efficiency of photosynthesis sensor designed to provide precise and real-time insights into plant health. The PlantExplorer XS is your go-to tool for accurately measuring plant stress by monitoring photosynthetic efficiency, giving you an early warning system to manage and optimize plant growth conditions effectively.
Specifications
| Dimensions | 260mm x 260mm x 700mm |
|---|---|
| Weight | 25Kg |
| Material | Aluminium |
| Voltage | 100 - 264 (1P+N+PE) |
| Watt | 600 |
| Imaging size | 180mm x 180mm |
| Maximum plant height | 150mm |
Unveiling Photosynthetic Efficiency
The PlantExplorer XS is designed as an entry level imaging system to measure Pulse Amplitude Modulated (PAM) and Inductions curve (OJIP) chlorophyll fluorescence in combination with absorption of chlorophyll and morphological parameters. The PlantExplorer XS has a build in industrial grade computer with 16gb of RAM and 1 Tb of storage.
Key Features
- High resolution camera (5Mp at 10fps and 1.3Mp at 33fps)
- High speed camera (0.4Mp at 350fps and 0.02Mp at 1000fps)
- Measures both PAM and OJIP
- User interface controlled software (no programming needed)
- FREE analysis software
The science behind our cameras
PAM
PAM fluorometry is a powerful technique that assesses the efficiency of Photosystem II (PSII) by measuring variable chlorophyll fluorescence. This method provides insights into how light energy is utilized during photosynthesis and other processes.
The process involves using light pulses to analyze fluorescence emitted by chlorophyll, the pigment responsible for capturing light energy. Minimal fluorescence (Fo) is measured when all PSII reaction centers are open, while maximal fluorescence (Fm) is recorded when these centers are closed. The difference between these two measurements, known as variable fluorescence (Fv), indicates the efficiency of PSII.
OJIP
The OJIP curve is an advanced method for analyzing photosynthetic efficiency, providing deeper insights than traditional PAM fluorometry. By measuring additional parameters, the OJIP curve offers a more detailed view of how light energy is used in photosynthesis.
This technique involves capturing the fluorescence emission of chlorophyll in response to a saturating light pulse, creating a curve with four distinct phases: O, J, I, and P. Each phase represents different states of the photosynthetic apparatus, from the initial energy capture to the complete reduction of the electron transport chain.
NDVI
The PlantExplorer XS enables precise measurement of NDVI (Normalized Difference Vegetation Index). NDVI is determined by imaging the NIR (near-infrared) and RED reflections of a plant. By applying a false color table, we visualize the results: blue indicates low NDVI values, while red signifies high NDVI values.
Alpha
The PlantExplorer XS measures the chlorophyll absorption (alpha) by measuring the reflection at 730nm and 660nm.
This measurement is essential for calculating Electron Transport Rate (ETR), indicating photosynthetic efficiency.
ETR=PAR×Abs×ΦPSII×0.5
Easy integration into automated system
PhenoVation's camera systems seamlessly integrate into automated plant phenotyping setups. Starting with a standalone system? No problem. Our systems can easily transition to automation, saving you from purchasing a new camera for your automated phenotyping needs.
Control Software
PhenoVation provides license-free software with regular updates. Our foolproof user interface ensures a plug-and-play experience right out of the box. For advanced users, an expert mode is available to customize protocols and integration times, as well as develop new protocols. The standard interface locks these advanced features to prevent errors by inexperienced users.
Key Features
- Live mode for easy focusing
- Real-time measurement results
- Simple protocol selection
- Save and open predefined protocols
- Barcode scanner integration
- Remote control for users and system integrators
- Auto-record function available
This video demonstrates the boot-up procedure, a PAM dark and ChFl measurement, and a PAM quenching measurement + Absorption done with a PlantExplorer XS
For tutorials on using our analysis software, click here.
Analysis software
PhenoVation includes license-free analysis software with all our camera systems. This powerful software supports a wide range of plant phenotyping analyses and operates in a semi-automatic mode for efficient batch data analysis.
Key Features
- User-friendly interface, no programming skills required
- Free and license-free with regular updates
- Calculates averages per plant or region of interest
- Supports well plate imaging up to 1536 wells
- Automated image export
- Customizable background colors and false color scales
- Easily save and open analysis protocols
Do you have a question?
We are here to answer all your questions. Don't hesitate to contact our experts to find out everything about photosynthesis, color imaging and everything in between.
What do our clients say?
Our references.
Dr. David Han (PhenoTrait)
Magdalena Julkowska (Boyce Thompson Institute)
Sina Roth (Bayer)
Prof. Kris Audenaert (Ghent University)
Dr. Katie Murphy (Donald Danforth Plant Science Center)
Michael Meijler WPS