Product Description

Features:

  • Quickly spins down droplets in PCR plates
  • Unique swing-out rotor design prevents spillage (Patent Pending)
  • Half the size of traditional centrifuges
  • Accepts all popular types of PCR plates

Benchmark's PlateFuge™ is the first "mini" sized centrifuge with a swing out rotor for microplates. Centrifuging plates before PCR ensures all reactants are in the bottom of the wells for proper concentrations and improved yields.

In spite of its remarkably small footprint (9" x10"), the PlateFuge™ includes a uniquely designed, swing out rotor (patent pending) capable of securing 2 microplates. The easily accessible rotor chamber includes two plate carriers that rest at a 75° angle. This allows plates to be inserted confidently without sealing tapes or caps. Upon closing the lid of the centrifuge, the rotor accelerates and the centrifugal force "swings" the plates into a horizontal position. Any droplets on the walls of the plate quickly concentrate into the well bottoms.

With a g-force of 600 xg, most samples can be spun down in less than 20 seconds. To end a run, simply open the lid and the automatic, electric brake brings the rotor to a quick, smooth stop in just 4 seconds. Plates can then be easily removed from the rotor.
Technical Data:

  • Speed: 2,550 rpm / 600 xg
  • Capacity: 2 x PCR Plates*, 2 x Microtiter Plates, 24 x 0.2ml PCR Strips (*When stacking skirted PCR plates, max. capacity is 4 plates)
  • Deceleration: 4 sec.
  • Dimensions: 9.2" W x 10.2" D x 7.75" H
  • Weight: 9 lbs.
  • Electrical: 115V, 60Hz
  • Warranty: 2 Years

Specifications

Specifications
Manufacturer Benchmark Scientific
Actual Product Weight 9
Overall Height 7.75
Overall Width 9.2
Overall Length 10.2
Item Ships From New Jersey

Returns

Request for return must be submitted to Customer Service Within 30 days of product shipment. All returns must be in pristine, brand-new, re-sellable condition and in their original packaging. A minimum 15% restocking fee may be deducted at the discretion of the manufacturer. The manufacturer reserves the right to refuse all returns that are not complete with their original packaging. If an item has been used and is permanently marked and/or damaged in any way, return will not be accepted. All shipping charges remain payable by the purchaser.

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Customer Questions
How sensitive is the rotor to imbalance? How should I balance the plates? I often don't have 2 plates with the same number of wells filled. Would it stop spinning if it detects the imbalance? Does it have an imbalance sensor?
The C2000 Platefuge does not have an imbalance sensor. We recommend balancing your spin with another plate with the same amount of volume as the "sample" plate. Otherwise, you will be experiencing some heavy vibrations and shaking. If you can make a "balance" plate filled with distilled water in the wells, this may help. In addition, the centrifuge will not automatically stop once it starts...
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