Thermo Scientific - FiberLite F21-8x50y Centrifuge Rotor

Price: £ 250

This listing is for a Thermo Scientific FiberLite F21-8x50y Centrifuge Rotor.

The unit is in full working condition and is ready for immediate release.

The Thermo Scientific FiberLite F21-8x50y Centrifuge Rotor is a versatile and high-performance laboratory tool suitable for a wide range of applications. Here’s an organized overview of its key features, specifications, and applications:

Key Features and Specifications

Design and Capacity:

Holds up to 8 tubes

Capacity of 50 mL per tube

Material:

Constructed from lightweight, corrosion-resistant materials such as carbon fibre and aluminium

Configuration:

Fixed-angle design, with tubes positioned at a constant angle relative to the axis of rotation

Compatibility:

Works with various Thermo Scientific centrifuges, including:

Heraeus Megafuge series

Sorvall Legend series

Safety Features:

Automatic rotor recognition system

Lid-locking mechanism to prevent accidental opening during operation

Performance:

Maximum speed: 21,000 rpm

Maximum RCF: 52,400 x g

Weight:

Net weight of the rotor: 9.9 lb (4.49 kg)

Biocontainment:

Features a bioseal lid to ensure samples remain contained and to protect users from hazardous chemicals

Environmental Considerations:

Energy-efficient design with reduced waste production

Key Applications

The FiberLite F21-8x50y Centrifuge Rotor is ideal for various laboratory procedures, including:

Subcellular Separations: Isolating cellular components for research and analysis.

Bacteria Pelleting: Concentrating bacterial cultures for further experiments.

Lysate Clarification: Removing debris from cell lysates to obtain clear samples.

Cell Membrane Studies: Analyzing the properties and functions of cell membranes.

Sucrose Gradient Isolation:

Mitochondria

Endoplasmic reticulum

Gradient separation of cells using solutions like Percoll, Ficoll, Optiprep, or Nycodenz

This rotor combines advanced technology with practical safety and efficiency features, making it suitable for a variety of applications in research, clinical, and industrial laboratories.