Used equipment for sale: Thermo Scientific Sorvall WX 80+ Refrigerated Ultracentrifuge

Name: Thermo Scientific Sorvall WX 80+ Refrigerated Ultracentrifuge
Brand: Thermo Scientific
SKU: 4427-10

Lab Centrifuges

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Specifications

SKU: 4427-10
GSKU: 022026161719
Location:: United Kingdom
Year of construction:: 2022

More information about the Thermo Scientific Sorvall WX 80+

Lab centrifuges are essential pieces of equipment used in laboratories to separate components of a mixture based on their density by spinning them at high speeds. The centrifugal force generated by the rapid rotation causes denser particles to move outward to the bottom of the tube, while less dense components remain closer to the center. This process is crucial in various scientific fields, including biology, chemistry, and medicine, for tasks such as isolating cells, purifying viruses, and separating blood components. Centrifuges come in different types, including microcentrifuges, benchtop centrifuges, and ultracentrifuges, each designed for specific applications and sample volumes. Microcentrifuges are used for small volumes, typically in molecular biology labs, while benchtop models handle larger samples. Ultracentrifuges achieve extremely high speeds, allowing for the separation of very small particles, such as proteins and nucleic acids. Key considerations when using a centrifuge include balancing the tubes to prevent damage, selecting appropriate speed and time settings, and ensuring the rotor is compatible with the sample type. Proper maintenance and calibration are also essential to ensure accurate and reliable results. Safety precautions, such as using sealed tubes and wearing protective gear, are crucial to prevent accidents and contamination.

About the manufacturer Thermo Scientific

Thermo Scientific is a brand of Thermo Fisher Scientific, which makes laboratory instruments, equipment and consumables and is headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts, USA. Our Thermo Scientific inventory covers 33 listed items, across incubators; fermenters and bioreactors; water baths; 20 are in stock now. Models include 3940ETO, HAAKE S30 and Hyclone. ...read more

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