PCR Annealing Temperature Calculator

Determine optimal annealing temperature from primer Tm values

Primer Tm Values

Annealing Temperature (Ta)

54.0°C

Average Tm - 5°C

Tm Analysis

Average Tm59.0°C
Lower Tm58.0°C
Higher Tm60.0°C
Tm Difference2.0°C

All Ta Methods

Average - 5°C54.0°C
Lower - 5°C53.0°C
Optimal55.0°C
Touchdown Start63.0°C

Gradient PCR Range

48.0°C → 65.0°C

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Formula Source: Standard Mathematical References

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🔄Last reviewed: May 2026
✓Formula checks are based on standard references and internal QA review.