MP FastPrep-24 Tissue/Cell Homogenizer

DESCRIPTION

The FastPrep®-24 Instrument is a high-speed bench-top homogenizer offering the ultimate in speed and performance for the lysis of biological samples. Homogenization of up to 24 samples can take place within 40 seconds. The instrument uses a unique motion to disrupt cells through the multidirectional, simultaneous beating of specialized Lysing Matrix beads on the sample material. Developed for difficult and resistant samples, The FastPrep®-24 can effectively lyse tissues and cells to allow easy and reproducible isolation of stable RNA, active proteins and full-length genomic DNA. Samples and buffers are added to a 2.0 mL Lysing Matrix tube containing specialized Lysing Matrix beads.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Features:

• Ergonomic design of the instrument ensures an easy loading of the sample tubes that remains securely sealed during the processing.
• The homogenization speed and duration times are digitally controlled. After setting your speed and time with the touch of a button, just push “run”, and in less than a minute your samples are completely lysed.
• The sample holder can be easily removed from the instrument allows its use as a tube rack for further purification experiments.
• Safety features: automatic stop on lid opening; emergency stop button semi-disposable pan; sealing of the sample handling compartment.
• Chemical resistant surfaces
• Construction: Painted aluminum body with transparent top enclosure
• Exchangeable polypropylene sample holder
• Self-contained disposable pan for ease of cleaning

Specifications:

• Microcontroller control panel, with LCD screen and membrane-printed keyboard
• Microcontroller clock 16 MHz Time: 1- 60 seconds, programmable in 1 sec increments.
• Speed: 4 - 6.5 m/s, programmable in 0.5 m/s increments
• Acceleration: <2 seconds to maximum speed
• Deceleration: <2 seconds to stop
• Duty cycle: 6.5 m/s for 60 seconds with 60 seconds rest period between runs
• Noise level: <70dB
• Dimensions: Height-270mm
• Base (Ellipse) size - 425 X 330 mm
• Weight: 17.5 kg
• Power requirements: 90-250 VAC, 50/60Hz, 1,200 W
• Standard environmental temperature operating range: 4 – 40 °C
• Registration: CE mark