What are the advantages of a dry block heater over a water bath?

Dry block heaters offer precise temperature control, eliminate the need for water or oil, and reduce the risk of contamination. They are also generally cleaner and require less maintenance.

Can I use different tube sizes with this unit?

The QBT1 model is designed for specific tube formats, typically 1.5ml tubes with the included block. To accommodate different tube sizes, you would typically need to acquire compatible interchangeable heating blocks.

Is this unit suitable for continuous operation?

Yes, dry block heaters of this type are generally designed for continuous, stable temperature maintenance required for many laboratory protocols.

What maintenance is typically required for a dry block heater?

Maintenance is generally minimal, primarily involving keeping the unit and heating blocks clean. Regular visual inspection for any damage is also recommended.

Does this unit require calibration?

While these units are factory calibrated, regular calibration checks are good practice in a laboratory setting to ensure continued accuracy, especially for critical applications.

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Grant - QBT1 Heat Block

Name: QBT1 Heat Block
Brand: Grant
SKU: 81258. SR12A
Availability: InStock

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This listing is for the Grant QBT1 Heat Block

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The Grant Model QBT1 Dry Block Heater With 24x10.5mm Well Block is a compact dry block heater designed for laboratory temperature-controlled heating of small sample tubes. It’s part of Grant Instruments’ dry block heater family, used widely in molecular biology, biochemistry and general lab work for consistent incubations or reactions in tubes

A dry bath / heat block heater that provides precise, stable heating for tubes (especially 1.5 mL Eppendorf-style tubes), without using water or oil baths. The heat is delivered through a removable aluminium block tuned to fit a specific tube format — in this case typically 24×1.5 mL tubes

Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom

5,791 km away

Model Number

QBT1

Stock Number

81258. SR12A

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Applications & Use Cases

Incubation of samples in molecular biology for DNA/RNA denaturation or enzyme reactions.
Sample preparation in biochemistry for protein digestion or inactivation.
General laboratory heating for maintaining samples at a constant temperature.
Boiling point determinations and other temperature-dependent assays.

Typical Specifications

Typical capacity: Commonly accommodates 24 x 1.5ml tubes, though other block configurations may exist for this class of equipment.
Temperature range: Typically ambient +5°C to 100°C, providing precise temperature control for various applications.
Temperature stability: For this class of equipment, stability is typically ±0.1°C, ensuring consistent heating.
Power supply: Commonly 230V, 50Hz, single phase, suitable for standard UK laboratory outlets.
Heating method: Dry block heating, utilising removable aluminium blocks for efficient heat transfer without liquids.
Footprint: Typically compact, designed for benchtop use in laboratories where space is at a premium.

Frequently Asked Questions

Dry block heaters offer precise temperature control, eliminate the need for water or oil, and reduce the risk of contamination. They are also generally cleaner and require less maintenance.

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