Homogenizer Accessories

<h2>What are homogenizer accessories?</h2>
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Homogenizer accessories are the interchangeable tools, replacement parts, and supporting vessels and hardware that enable a laboratory homogenizer to be used across different sample volumes, sample types, and processing conditions beyond what the base instrument alone provides. For rotor-stator homogenizers, the critical accessories are the generator head and dispersing tool (the probe tip with rotating blade inside a stator tube), available in different sizes to match different sample volumes. For ultrasonic probe homogenizers, the primary accessories are the sonic probe tip or microtip, which is the consumable component that transmits ultrasonic energy and eventually wears or fatigues. Additional accessories include cleaning stations, jacketed vessels for temperature control, and support stands.
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<h2>What you will find:</h2>
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<li>Rotor-stator homogenizer generator probes</li>
<li>Rotor-stator homogenizer probe tips and microtips</li>
<li>Bead kit and bead grinding media for bead mill homogenizers</li>
<li>Sample tube adapters and holders for homogenizers</li>
<li>Stands, clamp attachments, and supports</li>
<li>Cup horns and flow cells for ultrasonic homogenizers</li>
<li>Sound chamber enclosures for noisy ultrasonic homogenizers</li>
<li>Seals and other replaceable homogenizer parts </li>
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<h2>How to choose homogenizer accessories</h2>
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Match the generator head size to your sample volume
Rotor-stator generator heads (dispersing elements) are designed for specific volume ranges: the S10N generator head suits 0.5&ndash;30 mL, S18N suits 5&ndash;150 mL, and S25N suits 50&ndash;500 mL volumes in common IKA Ultra-Turrax style instruments. Processing a 2 mL sample with a large S25N head gives poor energy density; processing 200 mL
Check ultrasonic probe tip diameter against the sample vessel and volume
Ultrasonic probe homogenizer tips are available in standard (12.7&ndash;19 mm) and micro (3&ndash;6 mm) diameters, with the micro-tip providing higher acoustic intensity for small volumes and the standard tip covering larger volumes. The tip diameter should be approximately 1/4 to 1/3 of the diameter of the sample container for effective cavitation throughout the sample.
Replace ultrasonic probe tips before pitting becomes severe
Ultrasonic probe tips erode at the vibrating face through cavitation, and a pitted tip delivers less energy, generates metal particles contaminating the sample, and risks mechanical failure. Inspect the tip face regularly for pitting and replace at the first signs of significant erosion to maintain energy delivery.
Use a water-jacketed vessel for temperature-sensitive samples
Water-jacketed homogenization vessels circulate cold water around the sample vessel during homogenization, limiting the temperature rise in the sample from frictional and ultrasonic heating. This is particularly important for enzyme preparations, RNA isolation, and other applications where sample heating above a few degrees above ambient can cause degradation.
Invest in a probe cleaning station for high-throughput work
Probe cleaning stations hold cleaning and rinse solutions in sequence for rapid cleaning between samples, reducing cleaning time and ensuring consistent decontamination in labs processing many samples per session compared with manual cleaning.
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<h2>Specifications context</h2>
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Ultrasonic probe tip replacement is a consumable cost, with tip lifespan typically 50&ndash;200 hours before pitting degrades performance. Manufacturers specify replacement tip models compatible with each horn assembly; non-specified tips risk poor energy coupling or damage. Titanium alloy probe tips remain the standard material for their combination of acoustic properties, corrosion resistance, and fatigue resistance under repeated ultrasonic cycling.
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15/50ml Tubes Accessories for IPD9600

IPD9600-T-ACC by Benchmark Scientific is the 15 mL and 50 mL conical tube adapter for the BeadBlaster™ 96 Ball Mill Homogenizer (IPD9600). This accessory enables direct bead-based homogenization in standard conical tube formats, eliminating sample transfer to microplate or microtube formats before processing. Compatible with both the 120V (IPD9600) and 230V (IPD9600-E) BeadBlaster 96 instruments.

Manufacture

Adapter for 4 x 15/50ml tubes, pack of 2

Ceramic grinding bars 3/8X5/8, 45°, angled medium ceramic homogenizers pack of 100

Ceramic grinding bars 3/8X7/8 , 45°, angled medium ceramic homogenizers pack of 100

Product Literature

Blender Bag for BenchMasher 400 Laboratory Paddle Blender

IPD4400-B400 by Benchmark Scientific is a sterile 400 mL LDPE blender bag for the BenchMasher™ 400 Laboratory Paddle Blender (IPD4400). Each bag measures 30 × 18 cm with a 60 µm wall — the standard for food microbiology, environmental, and pharmaceutical sample homogenization. Supplied in 500-bag packs (10 × 50) for high-throughput lab workflows.

Blender Bag, 400ml x 60µm, 300 x 180mm, pack of 500 (10 pack fo 50)

Blender bag, 400ml x 70µm with lateral (side) nylon filter, 300 x 190mm, pack of 500 (10 pack of 50)

Blender bag, 400ml x 70µm with full nylon filter, 300 x 190mm, pack of 500 (10 pack of 50)

Gasket Accessories for IPD9600-25G

Benchmark Scientific IPD9600-25G: replacement gasket for the 25 mL stainless steel grinding jar (IPD9600-25S) used with the BeadBlaster 96 / IPD9600 grinding mill. Sold individually (1 gasket/unit). Maintains jar seal integrity during bead-based homogenization.

Gasket for Stainless steel 25ml jar, 25ml, each

Gasket for 50ml Stainless steel jar, each

Cryo Kit for liquid nitrogen

Grinding Jars and Balls Accessories for IPD9600

IPD9600-GJB by Benchmark Scientific is the complete grinding jar and ball accessory line for the IPD9600 BeadBlaster® 96 ball mill homogenizer. Available in four materials — stainless steel, tungsten carbide, zirconium oxide, and PTFE — with jar volumes from 25–50 mL and ball diameters from 10–25 mm, each material combination targets a specific sample type and downstream analysis requirement.

10mm stainless steel grinding balls, 500g

25mm stainless steel grinding ball, each

50ml grinding jar, stainless steel, pack of 2

25ml grinding jar, stainless steel, pack of 2

25ml grinding jar, Tungsten Carbide, pack of 2

Tungsten Carbide grinding balls, 10mm, each

Zirconium Oxide jar 35ml, set of 2

Zirconium Oxide grinding ball, 15mm, each

PTFE grinding jar, 35ml, set of 2

PTFE steel core grinding balls , 15mm, each

3/8” (9.5mm) stainless steel grinding ball, bag of 1000

Homogenizer Prefilled Tubes and Bulk Bead kits Specifications

Homogenizer Prefilled Tubes and Bulk Bead kits

The D1036-ACC by Benchmark Scientific provides homogenizer bead kits in prefilled 2.0 mL unskirted tubes (50/pack) and bulk formats, covering triple-pure zirconium (0.1–3.0 mm), glass (0.1–1.0 mm), stainless steel (2.8–5 mm), garnet/zirconium satellite, and silica/zirconium mixes. Compatible with the Benchmark BeadBug™ and BeadBlaster™ 24 and other popular bead mill homogenizers.

Tube Holder for 5ml tubes (2 x 5ml)

Prefilled 2.0ml tubes, Silica (Glass) Beads, 0.1mm Acid Washed, 50pk

Prefilled 2.0ml tubes, Silica (Glass) Beads, 0.5mm Acid Washed, 50pk

Prefilled 2.0ml tubes, Silica (Glass) Beads, 1.0mm Acid Washed, 50pk

Prefilled 2.0ml tubes, Zirconium Beads, 0.1mm Triple-Pure - High Impact, 50pk

Prefilled 2.0ml tubes, Zirconium Beads, 0.5mm Triple-Pure - High Impact, 50pk

Prefilled 2.0ml tubes, Zirconium Beads, 1.0mm Triple-Pure - High Impact, 50pk

Prefilled 2.0ml tubes, Zirconium Beads, 1.5mm Triple-Pure - High Impact, 50pk

Prefilled 2.0ml tubes, Zirconium Beads, 3.0mm Triple-Pure - High Impact, 50pk

Prefilled - Triple-Pure Starter Kit, 10 each of 0.1, 0.5, 1.0, 1.5 and 3.0mm

Prefilled 2.0ml tubes, Stainless Steel, 2.8mm Acid Washed, 50pk

Prefilled 2.0ml tubes, reinforced, Stainless Steel, 2.8mm Acid Washed, 50pk

Tubes (empty) pack of 1000 with caps and sealing ring

Tubes (empty) pack of 50 with caps and sealing ring

2ml tube, reinforced, with screw cap, skirted (not for BeadBug 3), pk/600

Prefilled 2.0ml tubes, Garnet Shards and one 6 mm Zirconium Bead, 50pk

Prefilled 2.0ml tubes, 0.1mm Silica, 1.4 mm Zirconium & 4mm Silica Beads, 50pk

Prefilled 2.0ml tubes, 6 mm Ceria Based Zirconium Oxide Satellite, 50pk

Prefilled 5.0ml tubes, Stainless Steel beads, 2.8mm Acid Washed, 50pk (for D1036 and D2400 only)

Prefilled 5.0ml tubes, Zirconium beads, 3mm Triple Pure, 50pk (for D1036 and D2400 only)

Bulk Beads, Silica (glass), 0.1mm, acid washed, 200g

Bulk Beads, Silica (glass), 0.5mm, acid washed, 200g

Bulk Beads, Silica (glass), 1.0mm acid washed, 200g

Bulk Beads, Zirconium, 0.1mm, Triple-Pure Molecular Biology Grade, 250g

Bulk Beads, Zirconium, 0.5mm, Triple-Pure Molecular Biology Grade, 250g

Bulk Beads, Zirconium, 1.0mm, Triple-Pure Molecular Biology Grade, 250g

Bulk Beads, Zirconium, 1.5mm, Triple-Pure Molecular Biology Grade, 250g

Bulk Beads, Zirconium, 3.0mm, Triple-Pure Molecular Biology Grade, 300g

Bulk Beads, Stainless Steel, 2.8mm, acid washed, 1,000/pk

50 Bulk Beads, Stainless Steel, 5mm, alcohol washed, 1000/pk

Bulk Beads, 6 mm Zirconium Oxide, Ceria Stabilized, 50/pk

Garnet shards, bulk, acid washed, 250g bottle

Horns for Pulse 150 Ultrasonic Homogenizer

DP0150-ACC by Benchmark Scientific are titanium alloy probe horns for the Pulse 150™ Ultrasonic Homogenizer (DP0150), available in 2 mm (0.1–5 mL), 3 mm (3–10 mL), 6 mm (10–100 mL), and 8 mm diameters. The 6 mm horn ships with the DP0150 unit; the 2 mm, 3 mm, and 8 mm horns extend the volume range for microvolume or large-batch applications. The 3 mm horn is also compatible with the Pulse 650™ (DP0650).

Horn, 2mm diameter, for 0.1-5ml, fits DP0150

Horn, 3mm diameter, for 3-10ml, fits DP0150

Horn, 6mm diameter, for 10-100ml, fits DP0150

Horn, 8mm diameter, for 25-150ml, fits DP0150

Horns for Pulse 650 Ultrasonic Homogenizer

DP0650-Acc by Benchmark Scientific are titanium alloy probe horns for the Pulse 650™ Ultrasonic Homogenizer (DP0650), available in six diameters: 2 mm (0.1–5 mL, 1–40% power), 3 mm (3–10 mL), 6 mm (10–100 mL, standard), 8 mm (20–200 mL), 10 mm (30–300 mL), and 12 mm (50–500 mL, 20–95% power). The 6 mm horn ships with the DP0650; all others extend the working volume range from microtubes to 500 mL batches.

Horn, 10mm diameter, for 30-300ml, fits DP0650 only

Horn, 12mm diameter, for 50-500ml, fits DP0650 only

Microplate Accessories for IPD9600

IPD1196-40 by Benchmark Scientific is a 96-well plate prefilled with 4 mm beads for the BeadBlaster 96 Homogenizer (IPD9600), sold as 10 plates per pack. Enables high-throughput bead-based lysis of soft tissue, cell pellets, and environmental samples in a closed 96-well format. Requires the IPD9600-96 adapter. Order from MBP, a registered vendor to Howard Hughes Medical Institute, Vanderbilt University, MD Anderson Cancer Center, Eurofins, and many other institutes across the USA.

96 well plate, prefilled with 4mm beads, pack of 10

96 deep square well 2.0mL polyethylene toughened genomics plate

EVA Cap Mat for 96 well deep well plate, DNase/RNase Free

96 well ball dropper for 2.8mm balls

96 well ball dropper for 4mm balls

96 well ball dropper for 5mm balls

4mm stainless steel grinding ball, bag of 5000

Microtubes and Vials Accessories for IPD9600

Benchmark Scientific IPD9600-1520 is a 40 × 2 mL microtube adapter for the BeadBlaster™ 96 Ball Mill Homogenizer (IPD9600). Enables bead-based homogenization of up to 40 standard 2 mL microcentrifuge tubes per run for DNA/RNA extraction, tissue disruption, and protein homogenization.

Adapter for 40x2ml tubes, set of 2, aluminium, requires IPD9600-96

Adapter for 48/4ml PC or PE vials, set of 2, aluminium, requires IPD9600-96

4ml polyethylene vial with lined cap, bag of 240, for use with 3/8” SS grinding ball

4ml polycarbonate vial, bag of 240, for use with 3/8” SS grinding ball

Tube rack for 96 well adapter 20 x 2.0ml, pack of 2 * requires IPD9600-96 accessory

Adapter for mircoplates and tube holder, set of 2

Optional tube holder, 12x5ml tubes

D2400-R5V2 by Benchmark Scientific is a metal-ring tube holder for 12 × 5 mL screw-cap tubes, designed for the BeadBlaster™ 24 and BeadBlaster 24R microtube homogenizers (D2400 / D2400-R). Expands the BeadBlaster 24 platform to handle 5 mL tube format without additional instrument investment. Order via <a href="/quickorder">Quick Order</a> at mbpinc.net or email customerservice@mbpinc.net.

Replacement generator head saw tooth group for D1000

D1000-M by Benchmark Scientific is the saw tooth generator head replacement group for the D1000 handheld homogenizer, available in four sizes: M5 (5 mm × 50 mm flat bottom, microtubes), M7 (7 mm × 50 mm saw tooth, microtubes), M10 (10 mm × 115 mm saw tooth, 15–50 mL tubes), and M14 (14 mm × 130 mm saw tooth, 50–250 mL vessels). All probes are stainless steel and autoclavable. The MBP SKU D1000-M covers the full size group; select the required probe size at ordering.

Optional generator, 10mm x 115mm saw tooth, for 15ml & 50ml tubes

Optional generator 14mm x 130mm saw tooth, for 50ml tubes up to 250ml vessels

Replacement generator pack, 5mm x 50mm for microtubes, pack of 5

Replacement generator pack, 7mm x 50mm saw tooth for microtubes, pack of 5

Stand for D1000

D1000-ST by Benchmark Scientific — adjustable-height steel benchtop stand for the D1000 Handheld Homogenizer. Secures the instrument for hands-free operation across a range of vessel sizes; sturdy base prevents tipping. D1000 homogenizer sold separately

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