Meet the Instrument

SeaFlow is an underway flow cytometer that provides continuous, real-time observations of phytoplankton in the ocean.

The SeaFlow cytometer was developed over more than ten years through a collaboration with Jarred Swalwell and Professor Armbrust. This journey involved several iterations and refinements to achieve its current advanced capabilities.

Key Features and Benefits:

• Virtual-core technology: Unlike traditional flow cytometers, SeaFlow eliminates the need for sheath fluid, enabling continuous sampling and high-resolution data collection.  
• Automated, real-time analysis: Real-time data visualization, automated population identification, and user-friendly software for remote monitoring and control. See your live dashboard here. 
• Optimized for small phytoplankton: Specifically designed to detect and analyze surface Prochlorococcus and other small phytoplankton cells (0.5-10 µm) in oligotrophic waters.  
• Robust and adaptable: Suitable for deployment in diverse aquatic environments, from research vessels to remote field stations.  

Learn More: For a deeper understanding of SeaFlow’s technology and applications, please refer to this article: https://doi.org/10.4319/lom.2011.9.466

Ordering Information: contact us for pricing and availability

Technical Specifications:

• Manufacturer: WOMO Designs, LLC
• Dimensions: 32" x 24" x 20"
• Weight: 130 lbs
• Power Consumption: 230 watts
• Data Acquisition Rate: Up to 24,000 cells per second
• Sample Analysis Rate: Equivalent to 480 traditional flow cytometry samples per day
• Sample Flow Rate: 10-15 ml/min
• Communication: Remote connection via satellite or Ethernet