Woodley Equipment - 642E Horizon Centrifuge

Applications & Use Cases

• Separation of blood, urine, and other bodily fluids in clinical laboratories.
• Preparation of samples for diagnostic testing in medical facilities.
• Processing of cell cultures and biological samples in research settings.
• Separation of components in small-volume chemical and biochemical processes.
• Use in veterinary practices for sample analysis.

Typical Specifications

Typical capacity

Commonly accommodates 6-8 tubes, typically 10-15ml each, for this class of clinical benchtop centrifuge.

Power supply

Units of this type commonly operate on a standard UK mains supply (230V, 50Hz).

Maximum RPM

Typically offers speeds up to 3,500 - 4,000 RPM, suitable for routine clinical separations.

Control interface

Often features a simple digital display and push-button controls for time and speed settings.

Footprint

Designed as a compact benchtop unit, typically requiring minimal laboratory space.

Rotor type

Usually equipped with a fixed-angle rotor for standard tube sizes.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is the primary use of a clinical centrifuge like the 642E Horizon?

  Its primary use is for the rapid separation of components in biological samples, such as serum or plasma from whole blood, in clinical and diagnostic laboratories.

• Is this unit suitable for research applications?

• What kind of maintenance does a benchtop centrifuge typically require?

• Can this centrifuge handle different tube sizes?

• What safety features are commonly found on these centrifuges?