Techne - Dri-Block Heater With Sample Concentrator

Applications & Use Cases

• Used for precise temperature control in molecular biology and biochemistry experiments.
• Ideal for enzyme reactions, incubation, and denaturation of nucleic acids.
• Suitable for sample preparation in analytical chemistry and environmental testing.
• Utilised in pharmaceutical research for drug discovery and quality control.
• Applied in clinical diagnostics for sample warming and reagent incubation.

Typical Specifications

Typical capacity

Typically accommodates various interchangeable blocks, holding multiple tubes (e.g., 24 x 1.5ml, 12 x 15ml, 6 x 50ml) depending on the block configuration.

Temperature range

Commonly offers a temperature range from ambient +5°C to around 100-150°C, with stability typically within ±0.1°C.

Power supply

For this class of equipment, units commonly operate on standard laboratory power, typically 230V, 50/60Hz, with power consumption around 150-300W.

Heating method

Utilises dry heat, providing uniform temperature distribution across the block.

Sample concentrator

Units with a sample concentrator typically feature a gas manifold for nitrogen or air purging, aiding in solvent evaporation.

Footprint

Compact benchtop design, commonly found on units of this type, suitable for most laboratory environments.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is a Dri-Block heater used for?

  A Dri-Block heater provides a stable, uniform temperature for heating samples in test tubes, microcentrifuge tubes, and other small vessels, commonly used in laboratory applications requiring precise temperature control.

• How does a sample concentrator work with a Dri-Block heater?

• Are the heating blocks interchangeable?

• What maintenance is required for a Dri-Block heater?

• Can this unit be used for cooling applications?