Benchmark\u2019s PlateFuge\u2122 is the first \u201cmini\u201d sized centrifuge with a swing out rotor for microplates. Centrifuging plates before PCR ensures all reactants are in the bottom of the wells for proper concentrations and improved yields.<\/p>\n
In spite of its remarkably small footprint (9\u00d710 in.), the PlateFuge\u2122 includes a uniquely designed, swing out rotor (patent pending) capable of securing 2 microplates. The easily accessible rotor chamber includes two plate carriers that rest at a 75\u00b0 angle. This allows plates to be inserted confidently without sealing tapes or caps. Upon closing the lid of the centrifuge, the rotor accelerates and the centrifugal force \u201cswings\u201d the plates into a horizontal position. Any droplets on the walls of the plate quickly concentrate into the well bottoms.<\/p>\n
With a g-force of 600 xg, most samples can be spun down in less than 20 seconds. To end a run, simply open the lid and the automatic, electric brake brings the rotor to a quick, smooth stop in just 4 seconds. Plates can then be easily removed from the rotor.<\/p>\n
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| Speed<\/td>\n | 2550 rpm \/ 600 xg<\/td>\n | <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n |
| Capacity<\/td>\n | 2 x 2 PCR Plates \n2 x microtiter plates \n(up to 25 mm) \n24 x 0.2 ml PCR strips<\/td>\n | <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n |
| Deceleration<\/td>\n | 4 seconds<\/td>\n | <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n |
| Dimensions<\/td>\n | 9.2 x 10.2 x 7.75 in. \n(23 x 26 x 19.7 cm)<\/td>\n | <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n |
| Weight<\/td>\n | 9 lbs \/ 4.1 kg<\/td>\n | <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n |
| Electrical<\/td>\n | 115V or 230V; 50-60Hz; 250W<\/td>\n | <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n |
| Warranty<\/td>\n | 2 Years<\/td>\n | <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\nDownload the Catalogue<\/h2>\n |