The Molecular Devices SpectraMax M2/M2e is a high-performance microplate reader designed for a wide range of absorbance and fluorescence-based assays. The SpectraMax M2/M2e offers precise absorbance measurements across a broad spectral range, typically 200 nm to 1,000 nm. This allows for accurate quantification of nucleic acids, proteins, and other molecules based on their absorbance characteristics. Equipped with sensitive fluorescence detection capabilities, the SpectraMax M2/M2e enables the quantification of fluorescently labeled molecules, including proteins, nucleic acids, and small molecules. It provides customizable excitation and emission wavelengths to accommodate various fluorophores. The SpectraMax M2/M2e delivers reliable and quantifiable results with excellent linearity, sensitivity, and dynamic range. It ensures accurate measurements for both absorbance and fluorescence assays across a wide range of sample concentrations, from low to high. This microplate reader supports a diverse range of applications, including nucleic acid quantification, enzyme kinetics, protein assays, cell viability assays, and fluorescence-based assays such as fluorescence resonance energy transfer (FRET) and time-resolved fluorescence. The SpectraMax M2/M2e facilitates easy operation and data analysis with intuitive software and a user-friendly interface. It allows for flexible assay setup, data visualization, and export, enhancing workflow efficiency and productivity. The SpectraMax M2/M2e is compatible with robotic systems and laboratory automation platforms, enabling seamless integration into automated workflows for high-throughput screening and data processing. The Molecular Devices SpectraMax M2/M2e microplate reader is an essential tool for life science research, drug discovery, and clinical diagnostics, offering quantifiable and reliable performance for a wide range of absorbance and fluorescence-based assays.