My BioRad SmartSpec is dying and I need a recommendation for an inexpensive spec for my cell culture room (measuring bacterial and yeast ODs). I don't need something fancy as I already have a nanodrop for DNA/protein measurements. I saw this Implen model OD600 DiluPhotometer which is sold under a number of brands (VWR: Biowave Cell Density Meter CO8000; Fisher: BIOCHROM Ultrospec 10 Cell Density Meter) and which would fit the role.
Anyone have experience with this one? Or have another instrument that they'd recommend?
Thanks