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Taq DNA Polymerase

Robust thermostable polymerase for routine PCR

Standard 5′→3′ DNA polymerase with low 5′→3′ exonuclease and no proofreading. Adds 3′‑A overhangs for TA cloning. Reliable amplification across typical templates and buffers for everyday PCR and genotyping.

  • Adds 3′‑A overhangs for TA cloning
  • Reliable across common buffers and templates
  • Ideal for routine PCR and genotyping
  • Low 5′→3′ exonuclease; no proofreading

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Taq DNA Polymerase (500 U)

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Product Specifications

Product Number EM15TAQDNA
Intended Use This product is for research use only
Function 5' to 3' polymerase; low 5' to 3' exonuclease; no proofreading
For Use In Routine PCR, genotyping, colony PCR, TA cloning
Concentration 5 U/µL
Molecular Weight 94 kDa
Source Recombinant E. coli
Storage Temperature -20 C
Shipping Conditions Cold Pack
Description

Robust Thermostable Polymerase for Routine PCR

Taq DNA Polymerase is a thermostable enzyme originally derived from the thermophilic bacterium Thermus aquaticus. It catalyzes the 5' to 3' synthesis of DNA and is widely recognized for its robust performance in a variety of PCR applications. Known for its robust performance and versatility, Taq DNA Polymerase is a trusted choice for routine PCR, RT-PCR, and TA cloning workflows. Its ability to deliver high product yields from a variety of templates, combined with its compatibility with both standard and fast PCR protocols, makes it an essential tool for molecular diagnostics and research laboratories.

Key Features

  • High Product Yields and Robustness: Delivers consistent results across a wide range of applications and templates.
  • Exceptional Purity: Ensures reliable performance for both routine and demanding PCR workflows.
  • Versatility: Suitable for standard PCR, fast PCR, and RT-PCR applications.
  • Thermostable and Processive: A 5'→3' DNA polymerase with low 5'→3' exonuclease activity, ideal for efficient amplification.

Applications

  • Routine and Applied PCR: Amplify DNA targets up to 3 kb with ease.
  • RT-PCR: Perfect for RNA-based workflows when paired with reverse transcriptase.
  • TA Cloning: The enzyme’s deoxynucleotidyl transferase activity adds an extra A overhang to PCR products, enabling seamless cloning into T-overhang vectors.

Technical Highlights

  • No Proofreading Activity: Lacks 3'→5' exonuclease activity, allowing the incorporation of modified nucleotides for specialized applications.
  • Deoxynucleotidyl Transferase Activity: Adds A overhangs to PCR products, simplifying downstream cloning workflows.
  • Recommended Annealing Temperature: 2°C above primer Tm; gradient PCR is suggested for optimization.

Custom Options

We offer flexible customization to meet your specific needs:

  • Volume: Optimize packaging sizes to match your application scale.
  • Concentration: Customize concentrations for optimal performance.
  • Formulation: Available in liquid and lyophilized formats to suit your protocols.
  • Master Mix Creation: Custom manufacturing of PCR master mixes based on your optimized formulations.

Quality

One unit is defined as the amount of enzyme required to catalyze the incorporation of 10 nmol of dNTP into acid-insoluble form in 30 minutes at 72°C in the presence of the reaction buffer.

Functional assay
Human genomic DNA was amplified using the DNA Polymerase and specific primers to produce a distinct band of 750 bp.

Self-priming activity
Standard PCR is carried out without primers, using the DNA Polymerase and human genomic DNA. No products were amplified.

Exonuclease assay
Linearized lambda/HindII fragments are incubated with the DNA Polymerase in a 50 µl reaction mixture for 4 h at 37°C. No degradation of DNA was observed.

Endonuclease assay
lambda DNA is incubated with the DNA Polymerase in a 50 µl reaction mixture for 4 h at 37°C. No degradation of DNA was observed.

Nick Activity
Supercoiled plasmid DNA is incubated with the DNA Polymerase in a 50 µl reaction mixture for 4 h at 37°C. No conversion of covalently closed circular DNA to nicked DNA was detected.

E. coli DNA contamination assay
A sample of the denatured DNA Polymerase is analyzed with specific primers targeting the 16S rRNA gene in qPCR for the presence of contaminating E. coli DNA. No E. coli DNA was detectable.

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