Microcentrifuge & Mini Centrifuge Uses
Microcentrifuges and minicentrifuges are a vital part of most labs that deal with microfiltration and cell separations. They are ideal for spinning down proteins, cells, HPLC samples, sediments, microbial cells, organelles, proteins, DNA, and RNA. Designed to separate samples of different densities, microcentrifuges of today are small in footprint, quiet during operation, and include safety features as well. Designed to spin down microcentrifuge and pcr tubes, most microcentrifuges are built to accommodate 1.5ml and 2.0ml capacity tubes.
With many having additional pcr tube and strip tube adapters for the even smaller individual and 8-strip pcr tubes with 0.2ml and 0.5ml capacities. For additional features and controls, most higher end microcentrifuges have options for fixed speed or variable volumes depending on your applications.
If you have to spin 5ml tubes or 12-strip tubes, Pipette.com also has specialty microcentrifuges for that.
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Make/Model |
Spin Rate |
Tube Capacity |
Price Range |
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Oxford C8 |
6000rpm/2000xg (fixed) |
8 x 1.5/2.0ml tubes |
$129.97 |
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CAPP Rondo CR68/CR68X |
6000rpm/2000g (fixed or adjustable models available) |
8 x 1.5/2.0ml tubes pcr strip tubes |
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Benchmark My Fuge Mini |
6000rpm/200 xg |
8x 1.5/2 2x 0.2 pcr strip tubes |
$228.25 (Promo w/ free pipette) |
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Benchmark MC-12 |
15,500rpm 16,100xg |
0.2,0.5,1.5,2 |
$976.65 |
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Benchmark MyFuge5 |
5500 rpm 2000xg (Fixed) |
4 x 5ml and 4 x 1.2/2ml |
330.65 |
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Benchmark Stripspin 12 mini |
5500 rpm 2000xg (Fixed) |
4 x 12 pcr strips 4 x 8 pcr strips 48 x 0.2 pcr tubes |
373.15 |
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Eppendorf Mini |
12100 rcf 800-13400 rpm |
12x 1.5/2 |
>$1100 |
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Eppendorf Mini Plus |
14100 rcf 800-14500 rpm |
12x 1.5/2 |
>$1100 |
Additional Features
Although it may seem that spin rate and capacity might be the only specifications that matter; many centrifuges come with thoughtfully designed features and improved engineering. For instance, the Oxford C8 and the CAPP Rondo CR68 both come with a drain value that makes cleaning of spilled liquids easy and safe. In addition, all have safety features, from a non-rubber slip base to safety breaks on the lids. With built in timers, reduced motors, the centrifuges of today are built to make the process easy. Ranging from solid economy models such as Oxford C8 and CAPP Rondo to higher speed Benchmarks and Premium branded Eppendorf.
Get your microcentrifuge at Pipette.com Today!
Pipette.com carries the full range of microcentrifuges to suit your spin rate and capacity needs. To find out more reach out to Pipette.com by calling 1-800-243-3232 or emailing info@pipette.com.
