Highly characterized for more consistent performance, Proteinase K is a subtilisin-relatedserine protease that will hydrolyze a variety ofpeptide bonds. Proteinase K is active in a widerange of temperatures and buffers with optimalactivity between 20 and 60°C and a pH between 7.5and 12.0 (1, 2). Activity is stimulated when up to2% SDS or up to 4 M urea are included in the reaction(3). Calcium is important for thermostabilityof Proteinase K but it is not required for catalysis,therefore Proteinase K is also active in bufferscontaining chelating agents such as EDTA (4).
Protein Concentration20 mg/ml, approximately, as determined by UV absorption at 280 nm.
Product Source
Engyodontium album (Tritirachium album)
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