- Typical capacity
- Units of this type commonly accommodate two standard depth microplates (96- or 384-well).
- Temperature range
- Typically, these units offer a temperature setting range from ambient +5°C up to 100°C.
- Temperature stability
- For this class of equipment, temperature stability is commonly ±0.1°C.
- Shaking speed
- Variable shaking speeds, typically ranging from 250 to 1200 rpm, are common on units of this type.
- Heating mechanism
- Bi-directional heating (platform and lid) is a feature found on many advanced thermo-shakers, promoting excellent temperature uniformity.
- Operational modes
- Continuous or timed operation with alarm functions is standard for this equipment category.
- Footprint
- Benchtop units of this kind typically have a compact footprint, suitable for laboratory benches.
- Power supply
- These units commonly operate on standard laboratory mains power, typically 230V, 50Hz for the UK market.