Adapting MinION and GridION for smaller, frequent, rapid tests and analyses
Cost effective
$90 per flow cell
Cost-efficient sequencing of smaller assays
Versatile
Compatible with all MinION and GridION devices
Up to 2.8 Gb*
Real-time sequencing data
* Theoretical max output when system is run for 16 hours at 420 bases / second. Outputs may vary according to library type, run conditions, etc.
Why Flongle?

Flongle is an adapter for MinION or GridION that enables direct, real-time DNA sequencing, or cDNA sequencing on smaller, single-use flow cells.
Cost effective
Costing just $90 per flow cell, Flongle is the quickest, most accessible solution for smaller tests and experiments.
Real-time data
Immediate access to data for rapid, actionable results.
On demand
Run single samples on demand instead of multiplexing.
Quality assessment
Rapidly assess sample quality prior to starting a larger sequencing experiment.
Specifications
Dimensions
- Size: W 105, H 23, D 8 mm
- Weight: 20 g
Read length
Nanopores read the length of DNA or RNA presented to them — from short to ultra-long (longest >4 Mb)
Up to 2.8 Gb yield*
- Suitable for smaller assays
- Multiplexing options available
* Theoretical max output when system is run for 16 hours at 420 bases / second. Outputs may vary according to library type, run conditions, etc.
Suitable applications include
- Amplicons
- Panels/targeted sequencing
- Quality testing
- Small sequencing tests
On demand
Sequence single samples on demand or barcode for even more cost-effective analyses
Included
Starter Packs from $1,460, including Flongle adapter and 12 flow cells
Product documentation
MinION Mk1B Quick Start Guide
This Quick start guide contains everything you need to install your MinION Mk1B and to check that the device is ready for use.
MinION Mk1B IT requirements
This checklist represents the minimal requirements for installing the MinION in your institution.
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