Homogenizers and Immersion Blenders
Devices designed for overhead immersion into substances; ideal for pulverization of plant/animal tissue, grain/seed, sample prep, and more. Includes accessories such as generator probes of varying tips, stand assemblies, bead mill tubes, and more.
Homogenizers can be used with tissue, plant, food, soil, and other sample types. Homogenization is a common sample preparation step for analyzing nucleic acids, proteins, cells, metabolism, pathogens, and other targets.
Cell fractionation releases the contents of cells, and newer methods have been designed to consider quality and environmental aspects, cross-contamination, aerosol generations, infection risk, and noise levels. Different methods have been developed for disrupting cell walls and other structures. These include bead mills, sonication, rotor-stator mechanical, high pressure, and other physical methods.
For biological work, sonication may adequately disrupt or deactivate biological material via the process of sonoporation. Sonic dismembrators can break up cells and fragment DNA molecules by subjecting the sample to ultrasonic waves that create small fragments.
Some substances can be mechanically homogenized using beads and other small pieces of metal or minerals. The sample is added to a vial that contains these small particles; the tubes are then rapidly agitated, which breaks down the materials. Depending on the equipment, many samples can be processed simultaneously with this method.
Another mechanical homogenization method is the rotor-stator; these devices have a fast-spinning inner rotor and a stationary outer sheath (stator). Samples are subjected to tearing, shear fluid forces, and cavitation (bubble formation and collapse). A rotor-stator processes a single sample at a time; high-throughput and continuous use models are available.
An immersion blender has an electric motor that powers rotating blades at the end of a shaft. The device is lowered into the sample or mixture and the motor activated. The device may be hand-held or clamped to a stand.
Homogenizer packages are also available for motorized methods.
Analytical Sales & Services SS Micro Flow 5.0µL Inline Static Bed Mixer - Complete Assembly
Micro Static Stainless Steel I, Each/1.
MSC CLC Tool Box, Softsided, Open Top, 14 in, 21 Pockets
This open top, softsided tool box offers extensive storage with a large main section, 21 multi-use pockets, and 6 sleeves for tools and accessories. It features an electrical tape strap, tape measure clip, sturdy bar handle with foam grip, and a padded shoulder strap for comfortable transport.
- 21 Multi-use pockets for organizing tools and accessories.
- Sturdy metal handle bar with foam grip for easy carrying.
- Padded adjustable shoulder strap.
- Zippered pocket to secure valuables.
- Approximate dimensions: 14 in L x 11 in W x 11 in H.
Cole-Parmer IKA 4447300 Sawtooth Dispersing Element for T-25 Homogenizer, 18 G ST
This handles sample volumes, ranging from 1 to 2,000 mL.
Mitegen Grid Clipping Tool By Nanosoft, Autogrid Compatible, for Cryo-EM Sample Clipping
The Nanosoft Grid Clipping Tool is a highly effective, compact tool designed for use with c-clips and autogrids. It is compatible with the Thermo Fisher clipping station but offers a significant advantage in its compact design. Unlike traditional versions, the Nanosoft tool is deep enough to be fully immersed in liquid nitrogen within the clipping station, preventing frost and ice contamination from environmental moisture, even during prolonged use. This allows you to pre-load multiple tools with C-clips and cool them simultaneously, enabling you to clip all your grids at once with little concern for ice. Its unique design eliminates the need to warm, re-load, and re-cool tools between clippings, streamlining your cryo-EM sample preparation workflow.
MSC Big Bear Enterprises Shelving System, Collet & Tool Holder, 40 Cat V & BT Shelf
The Big Bear Enterprises 40 Cat V and BT Shelf is a component of a collet and tool holder shelving system, designed to organize and store various tool holders.
- Designed for collet and tool holder shelving systems.
- Features a 40 Cat V and BT shelf style.
- Manufactured in the United States.