Microcentrifuge Accessories

<h2>What Are Microcentrifuge Accessories?</h2>
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Microcentrifuge accessories maintain performance, extend tube-format versatility, and ensure safe operation of benchtop microcentrifuges. These include replacement fixed-angle rotors for 12&ndash;24 &times; 1.5/2.0 mL tube positions, tube adapters for 0.5 mL and 0.2 mL formats, aerosol-tight sealed rotor lids for biocontainment of infectious specimens, balance tubes for partial-load runs, and specialty rotors for PCR strips or 5.0 mL tubes where supported by the centrifuge model. All microcentrifuge accessories are model-specific, as rotor coupling systems and tube bore dimensions differ between manufacturers and even between models within the same brand, making exact model verification essential before ordering.
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<h2>What You Will Find:</h2>
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<li>High-quality adapters and rotors for precise and reliable tube fit</li>
<li>Multiple formats including PCR strips, microtubes, plates, and spin columns</li>
<li>Specialized and high-capacity rotors for enhanced compatibility</li>
<li>Swing-out and sealed options for reliable and contamination-free processing</li>
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<h2>How to Choose Microcentrifuge Accessories</h2>
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Replacement Rotor Identification
The rotor model number is typically printed on the rotor body or listed in the centrifuge user manual. Cross-reference it with the manufacturer's accessory catalog to confirm that the coupling system matches the centrifuge motor shaft. For standard 12-position rotors, verify compatibility with both 1.5 mL and 2.0 mL microtubes.
Tube Adapter Sizing
For 0.5 mL adapters, ensure the outer diameter closely matches the rotor bore so the tube remains secure during operation. For 0.2 mL adapters, confirm that PCR tubes are positioned correctly to achieve the intended centrifugal force while maintaining stability throughout the run.
Aerosol-Tight Sealed Lids
Choose sealed lids rated for the rotor's maximum operating RCF. O-rings should be inspected regularly for flattening, cracking, or discoloration and replaced immediately if any signs of wear appear. Maintaining replacement O-rings for frequently used lids helps ensure continued safe operation.
Specialty Rotors
Some microcentrifuge models support optional rotors for 5.0 mL tubes, PCR strips, or microplates. These accessories expand workflow flexibility but may operate at lower maximum RCF values than standard 1.5 mL rotors. Always verify the rated speed and force limits before use.
Balance Tubes
Balance tubes help maintain proper rotor balance during partial-load runs. They should closely match the mass and dimensions of the sample tubes being processed. Proper balancing reduces vibration, minimizes bearing wear, and supports long-term centrifuge performance.
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<h2>Specifications Context</h2>
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Many modern fixed-angle rotors and polypropylene adapters are autoclavable, although specific sterilization requirements vary by manufacturer and material. Always follow the OEM maintenance and decontamination guidelines for each accessory. Rotor service life is generally determined by cumulative operating hours and manufacturer recommendations rather than visual appearance alone.
Sealed rotor lid systems with one-touch release mechanisms have become standard in modern molecular diagnostic laboratories, providing improved safety, easier maintenance, and enhanced biocontainment for regulated workflows.
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Product Literature

24 x 1.5/2.0ml Hermetically sealed rotor, each

C2417-2420H by Benchmark Scientific is a 24-position hermetically sealed fixed-angle rotor for the MC-24R™ microcentrifuge, rated to 13,500 rpm and 16,058 × g. It accepts 1.5 ml and 2.0 ml microtubes and provides aerosol containment for high-speed processing of biohazardous samples.

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4 x PCR (32 x 0.2ml) Strip rotor, each

The C2417-3202 by Benchmark Scientific is an optional 4-position PCR strip rotor for the MC-24R microcentrifuge, holding 32 x 0.2 ml strip tubes at up to 13,500 rpm / 16,602 x g. Enables direct high-speed centrifugation of 8-tube PCR strips without transferring to individual microtubes.

Adapter pack, for Cryovials (0.5 to 2.0ml) and 1.5/2.0ml HPLC vials, 4/pk.

C1005-AC2 by Benchmark Scientific is a 4-pack of centrifuge adapters for the MyFuge 5 (C1005 series) mini centrifuge, enabling it to run cryovials from 0.5 to 2.0 ml and 12 x 32 mm (1.5/2.0 ml) HPLC vials. These adapters support cryovial recovery, HPLC sample prep, and cell banking workflows.

COMBI-rotor for 24 x 1.5/2.0ml and 2 x PCR Strips (16 x 0.2ml), each

The C2417-RCMB by Benchmark Scientific is an optional COMBI-Rotor for the MC-24R microcentrifuge that holds 24 x 1.5/2.0 ml tubes and 2 x PCR strips (16 x 0.2 ml) simultaneously, reaching 13,500 rpm / 16,800 xg.

Cryovial adapter for C2417-R5 rotor, 8/pk

The C2417-R5-ADP2 by Benchmark Scientific is a pack of 8 × 2ml cryovial adapters for the C2417-R5 rotor of the Benchmark MC-24 Touch High-Speed Microcentrifuge (C2417), enabling centrifugation of standard 2ml cryovial-format samples on the MC-24 Touch platform (13,500 rpm / up to 16,800 xg). Each pack fills all 8 rotor positions for cell pelleting, biobank aliquot processing, and cryovial-format nucleic acid precipitation. Order via mbpinc.net/quickorder using SKU C2417-R5-ADP2 or contact customerservice@mbpinc.net.

Optional 8 x 5ml rotor for MC-24™ Touch

The C2417-R5 by Benchmark Scientific is an optional 8-position rotor for 5 ml tubes for the MC-24 Touch microcentrifuge (C2417). Replaces the standard COMBI-Rotor when dedicated 5 ml capacity is required. Sold individually; C2417 instrument sold separately.

Optional rotor with carriers for deep well plates up to 35mm tall (speed: 1500rpm)

C2000-DWMP by Benchmark Scientific is an optional rotor with carriers for the C2000 PlateFuge&#8482; MicroPlate MicroCentrifuge, rated to 1,500&nbsp;rpm, designed to spin deep well plates up to 35&nbsp;mm tall. It replaces the standard C2000 rotor for deep-well plate centrifugation in nucleic acid extraction, protein precipitation, and high-throughput liquid handling workflows.

Strip Rotor for MyFuge Mini

C1008-ROT2A by Benchmark Scientific is the PCR strip rotor for the MyFuge Mini centrifuge (C1008 series), accommodating 4 × 8-tube PCR strips (32 × 0.2 ml) at up to 6,000 rpm and 2,000 xg. Ideal as a replacement or dedicated strip-tube rotor for molecular biology benches.

Tube Adapter, hold 96 x 0.2ml or 8 and 12 position PCR strips, 2/pk.

C2000-A02 by Benchmark Scientific is a tube adapter for the PlateFuge™ C2000 microplate centrifuge, allowing it to spin 96 × 0.2 ml tubes or 8- and 12-position PCR strips. Sold in packs of 2, the adapters seat directly into the C2000 rotor without tools. Ideal for PCR plate prep, NGS library bead-cleanup steps, and high-throughput 0.2 ml tube pelleting. Order using catalog number C2000-A02 at <a href="https://www.mbpinc.net/quickorder">mbpinc.net/quickorder</a> or contact <a href="mailto:customerservice@mbpinc.net">customerservice@mbpinc.net</a>.

Work Station Rack for 50 x 5ml tubes

C1005-T5-RK2 by Benchmark Scientific is a latex-free workstation rack holding 50 × 5 ml centrifuge tubes, designed as an accessory for the Benchmark myFuge™ 5 (C1005) microcentrifuge. The rack stages a full 50-tube batch run at the centrifuge for organised loading, unloading, and post-spin sample handling. Order using catalog number C1005-T5-RK2 at <a href="https://www.mbpinc.net/quickorder">mbpinc.net/quickorder</a> or contact <a href="mailto:customerservice@mbpinc.net">customerservice@mbpinc.net</a>.