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Benchtop bead-based homogenizers by Benchmark Scientific, Analytik Jena and Next Advance are available in a range of capacities and effectively grind and homogenize various tough samples. Select models with memory storage function.

CO-2 resistant shakers, for use in 95% humidity and carbon-dioxide rich environments, are incubator and cold room safe. Universal and dedicated platforms are available.

Horizontal electrophoresis systems separate nucleic acids based on size; samples are run through an agarose gel with large pores to create bands of similarly sized molecules.

Select from microplate absorbance readers or multimode microplate readers; low cost, small footprint microplate absorbance readers quickly image ELISA, protein and nucleic assays; multimode readers detect absorbance, fluorescence, luminescence in a single run

Handheld Homogenizers such as the D1000 by Benchmark Scientific are ideal for homogenizing, emulsifying, suspending and disrupting softer tissues, bacterial cultures and biological samples.

Available in 2L to 12L models, general purpose water baths for use in many lab environments are ideal for use in defrosting media reagents, cell culture and general microbiology applications. Accessories are available for various tube sizes.

Single block heaters, ideal in low throughput labs, are compatible with versatile dry baths from Thermo Fisher Scientific, Vitl, Benchmark Scientific and more.

General-purpose shakers are available with a variety of dedicated and universal platforms, clamps and adapter plates.

Multi-block dry heaters are compatible with compact, digital and touch screen dry baths. Select models are interchangeable and are available with heat insulators and lids.

High-capacity shakers are stackable on select models and provide a generous platform size that accommodate a variety of Erlenmeyer flasks and lab glassware.

Plate coolers are ideal for use in PCR workstations. Dry baths with a plate cooler keep samples cool and safe from degradation due to temperature fluctuations.

Provides power to gel electrophoresis trays; select from constant or variable current models.

Incubating shakers control temperature during shaking procedures. Select models are stackable and feature a HEPA filter.

Low-speed shakers provide gentle, orbital motion for sensitive gels and blots. Models ideal for blot hybridization and washing, staining and de-staining of gels.

Microplate shakers accommodate the unique footprint of microplates and PCR plates ideal for labs conducting high-throughput molecular biology assays or ELISAs.

AgileReader, SmartReader and EnSight Plate readers perform in absorbance mode for ELISA, protein and nucleic acid assays. Select models feature multi-measurement modes and include software.

Chemical-resistant hot plates by Benchmark Scientific and Thermo Fisher Scientific are made with ceramic-coated stainless steel or polypropylene top. Select models feature a digital display.

Economical SmartReader 96 Microplate Absorbance Reader with a 96-well capacity is ideal for ELISA, protein and nucleic acid assays.

Incubator compatible models such as the MiniMag Magnetic Stirrer by Benchmark Scientific are able to withstand operating temperature ranging from +4°C to +45°C or from -10° to +56°.

Ceramic hot plates by Thermo Fisher Scientific feature an acid and alkali resistant smooth flat surface designed for maximum heat transfer.

Stainless Steel is corrosion resistant, durable, and easy to clean. (see product details for specific Stainless Steel Grade)

Economical and high-performance standard PCR Thermal Cyclers feature a quiet operation, an intuitive interface and quick access to stored programs on select models.

Safer alternative to UV light; blue light will not damage nucleic acid samples; emission wavelength of 465 nm is optimal for new protein stains and green fluorophores.

myGel electrophoresis system includes gel box, safetly lid, power supply, six casting trays and two double-sided combs.

myVolt electrophoresis power supply toggles bewteen constant voltage or constant current modes. Auto-rotating LCD screen adapts to vertical or horizontal positioning.

SmartBlue Transilluminator by UVP with a two-position amber viewing cover emits blue light in the detection of nucleic acids; compatible with SmartDoc and SmartGlow Systems.

SmartDoc 2.0 Gel Imaging Systems by Accuris capture digital quality images with a smartphone and provides safe viewing of nucleic acids in agarose gels; uses blue light and includes orange photo filter.

SmartGlow Nucleic Acid Pre-stain and loading dyes are economical and safer alternatives to ethidium bromide. SmartGlow provides better visualization of 0.1ng of DNA per band detection limit. Compatible with SmartBlue Transilluminator.

Waving, variable speed and nutating rockers with a dimpled mat include securing bands.

Flat mat mixers and rockers feature an autoclavable non-slip rubber mat

Tilting rollers and fixed speed platform rockers feature a grooved platform for a variety of tube sizes.

Roto-Therm Incubated Tube Rotator provides an adjustable motion for horizontal or vertical mixing

Versatile rotating mixers with a 360°C rotation feature allow users to combine different speeds and motions.

Highly accurate air displacement pipettes create a partial vacuum between the liquid and the piston by dispensing the same volume of air as indicated on the setting. This method improves accuracy and prevents cross-contamination.

Refrigerated centrifuges for use with temperature sensitive samples are available with a wide variety of rotors.

Standard centrifuges in mini or benchtop designs are economical models ideal for personal use or in low-throughput labs.

BenchBlotter with a fixed tilt, one touch operation and a 12” x 12” platform is optimized for blot washing, gel staining, de-staining, and hybridization applications.

BenchMixer vortex mixer by Benchmark Scientific quickly ramps up to a maximum speed of 3,200 rpm. Compatible with 0.5 ml tubes and 50 ml tubes.

BenchRocker 3D with a 12” x 12” platform features an adjustable speed from 2 to 30 rpm (variable) and a tilt angle suitable for wide range of molecular and biological applications.

BenchMixer XL with a 7” x 12” platform and a maximum speed of 2500 rpm provides up to 100 hours of hands free mixing.

BenchWaver 3D with a 13.5” x 13” platform and a non-slip mat provides three-dimensional undulating motion by combining the motility of a rocker and an orbital shaker.

Hermle centrifuges are available in compact, universal, mid-range capacity, high-capacity and high-speed models. Various rotor options make Hermle models an excellent choice for budget conscious labs that do not want to sacrifice quality.

BioMixer rockers with a 10.5” x 7.5” platform feature a fixed-speed 3D (nutating) motion with a tilt angle of 20°. Units are ideal for moderately aggressive mixing.

Incu-Mixer MP Heated Microplate Vortexer has a 2 or 4-plate format and the internal validation system monitors all parameters.

Ideal for molecular biology and DNA protocols, the MC-12 High Speed Microcentrifuge by Benchmark Scientific reaches up to 16,000 xg, is cold room safe and feature a vibrant LCD display.

MC-24 Touch High Speed Microcentrifuge by Benchmark Scientific features a full color touch screen and a combination rotor for tubes and PCR strips.

BioMixer and Mini BioMixer Rockers with a 24 rpm fixed speed features a fixed-speed 3D (nutating) motion with a tilt angle of 20° ideal for moderately aggressive mixing; available in two platform sizes.

Economical BenchMixer and Mortexer Vortex Mixers in standard or multi-head designs feature a Q-Drive Dynamic Balance System, touch or continuous operation, spill-proof electronic controls and a powerful motor.

Incubator and cold-room safe BlotBoy 3D Rocker with a 12” x 12” platform features a tri-directional motion with the optimized speed and tilt angle for all blot-related applications.

MyFuge Mini Micro Centrifuges by Benchmark Scientific have an eight-position microtube rotor, spin up to 6000 rpm and handle 0.5 ml and 0.2 ml tubes.

Touch-activated Vornado Mini Vortex Mixer, with a compact 4” x 4” footprint, vortexes up to 50mL tubes at a fixed speed of 2800 rpm.

Incubator and cold-room safe BlotBoy 3D Rocker with a 10.5 x 7.5” platform features a tri-directional motion with the optimized speed and tilt angle for all blot-related applications.

Ideal for quick spin downs of 5 ml tubes, the myFuge 5 by Benchmark Scientific has a four position rotor for 5ml test tubes and four additional slots for standard microtubes (1.5/2.0 ml).

myFuge™ 12 Mini Centrifuge by Benchmark Scientific with a COMBI-Rotor for tubes and PCR strips eliminates the need for rotor change.

Incubator and cold-room compatible Everlast 247 Rocker with an adjustable speed from 3 to 80 rpm and a 16” x 12” platform operates 24-hours a day, 7-days a week.

Rotating Mixer Unit includes three rotisseries for mixing different vial sizes; adjustable speed and angle can be configured for gentle or vigorous mixing applications.

PlateFuge Microplate Micro Centrifuge by Benchmark Scientific features a swing out rotor for rapid spinning of droplets in PCR tubes, spill prevention and easy access of microplates; open and closed lid starts and stops unit.

RotoBot Rotating Mixers perform mixing, rotating, rolling and rocking functions using 11 preset mixing modes and feature two customizable programs; two platform sizes available.

Roto-Mini Rotators ideal for resuspension, protein binding and nucleic acid purification.

Roto-Mini Plus Rotators offers the same wide range mixing capabilities as the Roto-Mini with additional features, such as variable speeds.

Designed for quick spins and easy operation, the StripSpin 12 Mini Centrifuge by Benchmark Scientific with a 5500 rpm holds 4 PCR strips or up to 48 individual 0.2 ml PCR tubes.

Roto-Therm Incubated Tube Rotator by Benchmark Scientific for temperature sensitive applications feature variable speed for mix, pause and rock functions.

TubeRocker 2D Rockers with a 12” x 4.5” platform and one-touch operation are ideal for gentle and thorough sample tube mixing; available in 20 rpm or 24 rpm models.

TubeRoller Tilting Rollers, available in 5- and 10-roller capacities, feature a wave effect tilt action for thorough mixing; models perform at a constant speed of 38 rpm.