Microcentrifuges
Compact footprint centrifuges used for small sample sizes, such as microtubes. Ideal for microfilter cell separations and HPLC samples. Available as electronic or handheld manual units; may have digital interfaces and refrigeration capabilities.
Microcentrifuges are specifically designed to accommodate tubes that hold less than 5.0 mL. Although benchtop centrifuges can be fitted with rotors for microtubes, microcentrifuges usually have a smaller footprint, which makes for a less-crowded work area.
As with other benchtop centrifuges, these units can be ventilated (operated without temperature controls) or refrigerated. Most are sold with a rotor, although additional alternate rotors may be available.
Electron Microscopy Sciences EMS MyFuge™ Mini Centrifuge with Purple Lid, 240 V
The MyFuge Mini centrifuge is a personal centrifuge that virtually fits in the palm of your hand. Ideal for quick spin downs of microtubes and PCR tubes, it is extremely easy to use. Simply close the lid and the rotor instantly reaches 6,000 rpm. Open the lid, and the rotor quickly decelerates to a stop for removing samples.
An increased capacity, eight-position microtube rotor is included and comes installed. Also included is a second rotor for 0.2 mL PCR tubes and strips which is stored (together with the rotor removal key) in a convenient compartment on the bottom of the centrifuge.
Beckman Coulter Microfuge 20 w FA361.5
Microfuge 20 microcentrifuge, IVD, w/ FA361.5 fixed angle rotor, 120 V/60 Hz
Andwin Scientific VWR Mini Centrifuge, 115V
The VWR Mini Centrifuge is designed for quick spin-downs of microcentrifuge tubes and PCR strips and tubes. Capacity: 8×1.5/2.0 and 32×0.2 mL