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Benchmark Scientific Z216-MK Refrigerated Microcentrifuge

The Benchmark Scientific Z216-MK Refrigerated Microcentrifuge delivers a compact, quiet, and powerful solution tailored for the modern molecular biology laboratory. Combining advanced functionality with a small footprint, this microcentrifuge seamlessly handles a wide variety of common tubes, offering unmatched versatility and efficiency. Its state-of-the-art cooling technology maintains optimal sample conditions, making it an indispensable tool for precise and reliable laboratory results.

Main Advantages:

  • Versatile sample compatibility supporting 0.2ml to 5.0ml tubes, including PCR strips and hematocrit tubes, accommodating diverse laboratory needs.
  • Advanced microprocessor controls allow precise setting and display of rotational speeds in both rpm and rcf, enhancing experiment accuracy and reproducibility.
  • Powerful compressor-driven refrigeration cools samples to -20°C swiftly, reaching 4°C from room temperature in under 10 minutes, preserving sample integrity.

Designed for efficiency, the Z216-MK model maximizes capacity with a uniquely engineered 44 x 1.5ml dual-row rotor, nearly doubling throughput compared to traditional microcentrifuges. The easy-to-use front panel further improves user experience by enabling quick adjustments to acceleration/deceleration rates and customizable end-of-run alarm tones. This makes the Z216-MK the perfect blend of power and precision in a space-saving design.

Why This Product is Essential:

For professionals requiring reliable performance in molecular biology applications, the Benchmark Scientific Z216-MK Refrigerated Microcentrifuge is essential. It offers unparalleled control over centrifugation parameters and temperature, ensuring sample stability and accurate separation results. Its versatility, combined with silent operation and fast cooling, supports streamlined workflows and enhances productivity in any laboratory setting.

Specifications and Guides:

  • Features: Compressor-driven refrigeration system, ten rotor options, supports all common microtubes and PCR strips, advanced microprocessor controls, dual-row 44 x 1.5ml rotor for high capacity.
  • Manuals: Refer to the included user manual for detailed operations and maintenance guidance.
  • Guides: Access setup and safety guides to optimize centrifuge performance.
  • Specifications: Temperature range down to -20°C, rapid cooling to 4°C in less than 10 minutes, compatibility with tubes from 0.2ml to 5.0ml, comprehensive speed control in rpm and rcf, compact footprint ideal for laboratory benches.

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