What is an Eppendorf centrifuge?
What is an Eppendorf centrifuge?
The Eppendorf Centrifuge 5804 and Eppendorf 5804 R are high-speed centrifuges for medium capacity needs. Eppendorf Centrifuge 5804 / 5804 R allows for molecular applications in tubes up to 250 mL and offers additional swing-bucket and fixed-angle rotors as well as deepwell plate capacity for increased versatility.
What are the types of centrifuge rotors?
Three types of centrifuge rotor. Centrifuge rotors fall into three categories: swinging-bucket rotors, fixed-angle rotors, and vertical rotors.
What is a benchtop centrifuge?
Centrifuges separate or concentrate substances suspended in a liquid medium by density. Space-saving fixed- and variable-speed benchtop or tabletop centrifuges are used for applications including tissue culture, protein work, DNA/RNA research, and cell harvesting.
Does a centrifuge need to be calibrated?
If the centrifuge is going to be used at least 6-8 hours a day, then you may want to consider 2 calibrations a year. However, do take into account what you are spinning and how crucial it is to have accurate readings. Henderson Biomedical specialise in the calibration of laboratory centrifuges.
How often should you calibrate a centrifuge?
Centrifuges are calibrated every six months and documented on the Maintenance Log attached to the side of the instrument. Cleaning is performed as needed for usage in specific laboratory areas.
Why are centrifugation rotors different?
A centrifuge rotor is the rotating unit of the centrifuge, which has fixed holes drilled at an angle. Test tubes are placed inside these holes and the rotor spins to aid in the separation of the materials. There are three types of centrifuge rotors: swing-bucket, fixed-angle and vertical rotors.
How do you take care of centrifuge rotors?
Cleaning
- Clean the centrifuge daily, or at least weekly.
- Remove the rotor and any sample or container holders.
- Interior cleaning includes the interior bucket, specimen holder, rotor and supports.
- Use a sponge, warm water and a mild detergent such as dishwashing liquid.
What is the maximum speed of desk top centrifuge?
Maximum speeds range from 4-40,000 RPMs.
What is microcentrifuge used for?
Microcentrifuges are used for spinning liquid samples as low as 2 ml or even less at high speeds. The products differ depending upon the sample tube size and the number of sample tubes the microcentrifuges can hold in a run.
What kind of rotors are used in Eppendorf centrifuges?
Use Eppendorf swing-bucket centrifuge rotor Rotor S–4–72 for medium-throughput molecular applications. Offering speeds of up to 3,234 x g (4,200 rpm) and a broad range of adapters, it easily handles all common tube formats from 0.2 mL to 250 mL.
Why do you need to use Eppendorf calibration service?
Regular calibration is essential to control the critical parameters of your centrifuges. Eppendorf offers a calibration service for time, speed and temperature in most countries. Increased productivity and uptime: Regular service to assure instrument performance and avoid unexpected downtimes and costs.
What is the Eppendorf approach to product development?
To this day, the Eppendorf name remains synonymous with creative design, innovative technology and reliable performance that stand the test of time. The Eppendorf approach to product development is about listening to our customer’s needs, understanding daily laboratory routines and anticipating future trends.
Why is Eppendorf a trusted partner in life science?
Eppendorf is committed to be the trusted partner in life science laboratories, and help you maintain premium performance and maximum safety of your instruments. We strive to make our customer feel confident and proud when they use our services.
