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.
Electron Microscopy Sciences BeadBug™ Homogenizer Beads in Prefilled Tube, High Impact Zirconium 1.5 mm
Triple-Pure molecular biology grade beads for BeadBug microtube homogenizer.
Includes: High Impact Zirconium Beads
Diameter: 1.5 mm
Research Products International Corp Disruption Beads for Fibrous Plant Tissue, 2.3mm Bead Size, Chrome Steel Beads, 7.9 g/cc Density
Disruption Beads for homogenizing, grinding and disintegrating biological samples using a BeadBeater and screw cap micro-tube.
Beads are unwashed and should be washed prior to using.
Research Products International Corp Disruptor Beads, Glass, 0.1mm, 375 Grams
Spherical lead free soda lime glass beads are available for optimal disruption of cells. Size for use with bacteria - 0.1 mm diameter beads.
Grainger Rolling Tool Box 110 lb Load Cap. Plstic
The Grainger Approved Rolling Tool Box is a portable storage solution for tools and small parts. It features smooth-rolling 5" casters for easy mobility, with two fixed and two swivel casters. The box is constructed of 22 gauge steel with a durable powder-coat finish to resist rust and scratches. It has a lockable lid to secure contents. The interior dimensions are 20"W x 9"D x 7"H. The weight capacity is 200 lbs. This tool box provides portable organized storage for garage, shop, or jobsite use.
Braintree Scientific Navy Lysis Kit,1.5mL Eppendorf Safe-Lock tubes prefilled s/s
Navy Bead Lysis KitsExtra Power for your Tough SamplesNavy Bead Lysis Kits consist of microcentrifuge tubes pre-filled with a custom mix of stainless steel beads. They deliver extra homogenizing power for tough samples like bone. These kits provide: convenience; high yields with the multiple sizes of beads; and volumetric consistency of beads difficult to duplicate with manual dispensing of beads into tubes. Available in packs of 50 or 250, RNase-free or non-sterile. Eppendorf Navy kits are made with sturdy Eppendorf Safe-Lock snap-cap tubes. These 1.5 mL tubes are compatible with all microcentrifuge model Bullet Blenders.RINO Navy kits are made with our RINO screw-cap tubes, which are strong, durable, and contain an integrated rubber seal in the cap to provide an extra layer of protection against sample loss. These kits are for use with Storm and Gold microcentrifuge-model Bullet Blenders. **Sold for research purposes only and not for human use**
Revvity Health Sciences Inc Hard Tissue Homogenizing Mix 2.8 mm Ceramic (2 mL Reinforced Tubes) (50/pk)
Hard Tissue Homogenizing Mix 2.8 mm Ceramic (2 mL Reinforced Tubes) (50/pk)
MSC Leatherman Wave Plus Multi-Tool, Black Oxide, 18 Tools, 1 ea
The Wave Plus is a versatile 18-tool multi-tool designed for reliability and performance in everyday, professional, and recreational tasks. Constructed from 420HC stainless steel with a black oxide finish, it features outside-accessible tools that can be opened and operated with one hand, even while wearing gloves.
- Includes 18 tools, including replaceable wire cutters and hard-wire cutters
- Features all-locking implements for safe and effective operation
- Includes a nylon M.O.L.L.E. sheath with snap webbing strap
- Designed with one-hand operable functionality for all tools
- Constructed with durable 420HC stainless steel blades
- Offers a compact design with a 10.2 cm (4 in.) closed length
- Backed by a 25-year warranty