Benchmark Scientific

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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Product Literature

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

Electrophoresis System Accessories

User Manual

Accuris myGel Mini electrophoresis-MyGel Mini Comb

Reversible Combs, 18/10 teeth, for E1101-CS2 Casting Stand, pk 2

E1101-COMB2 by Accuris are double-sided reversible gel casting combs with 18 wells on one face and 10 wells on the other, for the E1101-CS2 casting stand of the myGel Mini Electrophoresis System. Multi-channel pipette-compatible. Sold as 2 combs per pack, they serve as direct replacement combs for the E1101 system or expand capacity for labs running dual-tray gel setups.

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Reversible Combs, 22/12 teeth, for E1200-CS1 and E1101-CS1 Casting Stand, pk 2

E1101-COMB1 by Accuris is a pack of two reversible SureCast™ gel combs with 22 teeth on one side and 12 teeth on the reverse, for the E1200-CS1 and E1101-CS1 gel casting stands. The tapered double-sided design handles both small-volume (22-tooth) and large-volume (12-tooth) wells without stocking separate combs; both sides are multichannel-pipette compatible.

Rollers & Rotators Accessories

<h2>What are rollers and rotators accessories?</h2>
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Rollers and rotators accessories are the interchangeable tube holders, clip assemblies, wheel inserts, and platform adapters that allow a base roller or rotator instrument to securely hold and mix different tube sizes and formats. A single rotator or roller body with the appropriate accessory set can handle blood collection tubes of various sizes, standard 1.5 mL and 2 mL microcentrifuge tubes, 15 mL and 50 mL centrifuge tubes, and bottles of different diameters. Without the correct holder, tubes may not sit securely during rotation, may not be mixed effectively due to poor contact with the roller surface, or may become unsecured and spill during the mixing cycle.
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Interchangeable Tube Carousels: Specialized discs for holding different diameters of test tubes and vials.
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Universal Rotating Plates: Versatile platforms that allow for a mix of clips to be mounted simultaneously.
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Replacement Roller Bars: Durable, easy-to-clean bars to maintain or expand the capacity of your tube rollers.
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Vessel Clips &amp; Clamps: Secure mounting hardware for larger flasks and specialized containers.
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Horizontal &amp; Vertical Tube Holders: Adapters that allow you to change the angle of rotation for specific protocols.
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Stacking Kits: Hardware designed to safely tier multiple rotators to save valuable bench space.
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<h2>How to choose rollers and rotators accessories</h2>
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Match tube holder specifications to your exact tube dimensions
Tube holders and clips are designed for specific tube outer diameters and lengths, and a holder designed for one tube format may not securely retain a different tube size. Blood collection tube holders are typically sized to match standard 13 &times; 100 mm or 16 &times; 100 mm Vacutainer-type tubes, while microcentrifuge tube clips hold 1.5 mL and 2 mL tubes by their caps.
Confirm holder compatibility with your specific roller or rotator model
Tube holders and wheel inserts from different manufacturers may not be interchangeable between roller and rotator models, since the mounting mechanism, wheel diameter, and rotation geometry differ. Confirm that the specific accessories you need are listed as compatible with your instrument model before purchase.
Choose the right wheel format for your mixing application
End-over-end rotators typically use a flat wheel with individual tube positions or a drum format with clip-type holders around the perimeter. Wheels with fewer positions hold tubes more securely at higher rotation speed; high-capacity drum formats allow more samples per rotation cycle at the cost of per-position security at higher speeds.
Consider multi-format holder sets for flexibility across tube sizes
Labs mixing different tube sizes benefit from a set of holders covering common formats &mdash; blood tube, microcentrifuge, and conical tube &mdash; allowing the same rotator to be reconfigured for different sample types without separate instruments per format.
Check that the roller surface contact area matches the bottle or tube being mixed
For tube rollers, the tube or bottle must contact both driving rollers simultaneously for uniform rolling. Bottles or tubes much wider or much narrower than the roller spacing may not roll uniformly, and roller spacing adjustment or specific bottle roller inserts that match the bottle diameter are needed to ensure even, controlled rolling.
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<h2>Specifications context</h2>
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Secure tube retention during rotation prevents tubes becoming loose and interrupting mixing. Rotator manufacturers design holders to specific torque and speed limits; exceeding the rated speed risks retention failure. As of 2026, multi-format rotator kits covering blood tubes, microcentrifuge tubes, and 50 mL conical tubes are the standard first accessory purchase, providing flexibility without separate orders per tube type.
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Roller & Rotator Accessories

Rocking platform for RotoBot Mini, 6 x 5.5"

R4040-RP by Benchmark Scientific is the 6 x 5.5 inch flat mat rocking platform accessory for the R4040 RotoBot Mini programmable rotator. Enables 2D platform rocking via the PP mode on the R4040 for blot washing, gel staining, and membrane incubations. RotoBot Mini sold separately.

Rocking platform for RotoBot, 6 x 10"

R4045-RP2 by Benchmark Scientific is a 6 x 10 inch non-slip rocking platform that attaches to the RotoBot Standard (R4045) or RotoBot Mini (R4040) and converts the rotator into a platform rocker by selecting the PP (platform) mode.

Hotplate & Stirrer Accessories

<h2>What Are Hotplate and Stirrer Accessories?</h2>
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Hotplate and stirrer accessories are supplementary components for single-position and multi-position hotplate stirrers that improve temperature accuracy, expand vessel compatibility, enable reflux setups, and maintain equipment in working condition. The most important accessory for research-grade hotplate use is an external temperature probe, which monitors actual solution temperature rather than hotplate surface temperature, which can be 20 to 50 degrees C higher than the liquid in the vessel. PTFE stir bars in standard cylindrical, oval, octagonal, cross-shaped, and polygon geometries allow matching of bar shape to vessel type and mixing requirement. Support rods and clamp assemblies secure condensers, separating funnels, and other glassware above the hotplate for reflux chemistry. Magnetic stir bar retrieval wands recover stir bars from flasks without contaminating the solution. An external temperature probe is the single most impactful hotplate stirrer accessory: without one, you are controlling plate temperature, not solution temperature, and the two can differ by 20 to 50 degrees C.
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<li data-section-id="rtdv85" data-start="354" data-end="446">Magnetic stir bars, including standard and pivot ring styles, for efficient sample mixing.</li>
<li data-section-id="1hl26tt" data-start="447" data-end="560" data-is-last-node="">Chemically resistant clamp set options featuring inert PTFE construction for demanding laboratory environments.</li>
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<h2>How to Choose Hotplate and Stirrer Accessories</h2>
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External temperature probes
Confirm probe type compatibility with the hotplate stirrer model: most digital hotplate stirrers accept either a PT1000 resistance temperature detector (RTD) or a Type K thermocouple, and these are not interchangeable between models. The probe is inserted directly into the solution and feeds temperature data back to the PID controller to maintain the solution (not the plate surface) at the setpoint. Probe length and sheath material (stainless steel, glass, or PTFE) should be matched to the vessel size and chemical compatibility requirements.
PTFE stir bars: geometry and size
PTFE stir bars are available in cylindrical, oval (egg-shaped), octagonal, cross (X-shape), polygon, and ring geometries. Cylindrical bars are the most common general-purpose format. Octagonal bars provide more turbulent mixing in flat-bottomed vessels than cylindrical bars. Cross-shaped bars improve mixing in round-bottom flasks by preventing the bar from riding the wall. Ring or hoop bars are used for mixing around fixed probes or frits inside the vessel. Stir bar length is selected to match vessel diameter, typically 30 to 50% of vessel inner diameter.
Support stands and clamp sets.
Support stands (rod-and-base assemblies) mount above or adjacent to the hotplate to hold condensers, addition funnels, thermometers, and other glassware in reflux setups. Confirm rod diameter compatibility with the clamp set (most lab glassware clamps fit 12.7 mm or 16 mm rods). Weighted bases provide stability for tall assemblies. Crossbar assemblies allow horizontal positioning of clamps at adjustable heights along the support rod.
Magnetic stir bar retrieval tools
Stir bar retrievers are magnetic wands encased in a non-contaminating sleeve (PTFE or glass) that attract and remove the stir bar from a vessel without inserting fingers or metal into the sample. Available as handheld wands or bench-mounted extractors. An essential accessory for labs processing multiple samples per day, as losing track of stir bars is among the most common minor equipment management issues in bench chemistry.
Replacement sensors and calibration weights
Temperature probes degrade after repeated heating cycles or chemical exposure; replace probes showing drift against a calibrated reference thermometer. For hotplate stirrer models with external calibration weights (balance verification), confirm the weight set is OIML or ASTM traceable for regulated workflows.
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<h2>Specifications Context</h2>
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PTFE stir bars should be inspected regularly for chipped or worn PTFE coating. Bare metal exposure from a chipped bar contaminates the sample with metallic particles and alters the bar's magnetic coupling properties, resulting in reduced mixing efficiency or bar stall at lower speeds. Discard and replace any stir bar showing PTFE damage. For regulated lab environments (GMP, ISO 17025), maintain a stir bar inventory log and retire bars on a scheduled basis. External temperature probes rated for immersion in aqueous solutions should be verified against a calibrated reference thermometer at least annually; probes showing more than 1 degree C deviation should be recalibrated or replaced.&nbsp;
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Rod for Hotplate/Stirrer

H4000-ROD by Benchmark Scientific is the support rod for the H4000 series hotplate, stirrer, and hotplate-stirrer units (H4000-H, H4000-S, H4000-HS), providing a vertical mounting point for thermometer clamps, temperature probe holders, and condenser clamps during heating and stirring operations. Available as a replacement or spare for the rod included with the H4000-HS, compatible with Benchmark's H4000 ceramic-surface hotplate series.

Orbital Shaker Accessories

<h2>What are orbital shaker accessories?</h2>
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Orbital shaker accessories are the platform attachments and holders that secure specific vessel types to a shaker platform during operation. Erlenmeyer flasks typically require spring-clip clamps that hold the flask securely while allowing unrestricted liquid movement, microplates use dedicated plate holders, tube rack inserts accommodate centrifuge and microcentrifuge tubes, and non-slip mats provide flexible placement for vessels during lower-speed mixing applications.
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Dedicated Flask Platforms: Pre-configured platforms designed to securely hold specific sizes of Erlenmeyer flasks or standard microplates.
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Universal Magnetic Platforms: Versatile, metallic base platforms engineered for instant, tool-free swapping of magnetic clamps and tube racks.
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Magnetic Flask Clamps: Single-size and combo magnetic clamps designed for quick attachment to hold 25ml up to 500ml Erlenmeyer flasks.
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Magnetic Tube Racks: Specially designed magnetic racks to accommodate culture tubes, microplates, and large conical bottles in various orientations.
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<h2>How to choose orbital shaker accessories</h2>
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Select Erlenmeyer flask clamps by flask volume
Flask clamps are designed for specific flask sizes, including 125 mL, 250 mL, 500 mL, 1 L, and larger culture flasks. Each clamp is engineered to fit the dimensions of a particular flask size, ensuring secure retention during shaking.
Confirm compatibility with your shaker platform
Accessory mounting systems vary between manufacturers and shaker models. Before ordering, verify that the clamp, holder, or rack is listed as compatible with the specific orbital shaker platform being used.
Choose a microplate holder suitable for your application
Microplate holders secure standard microplates during incubation and mixing procedures. Different holder designs support different operating speeds and plate formats, making compatibility and intended use important selection criteria.
Use a non-slip platform mat for flexible vessel placement
Non-slip mats provide a simple solution for holding bottles, flasks, trays, and other containers at low to moderate shaking speeds. They are useful when vessel configurations change frequently and dedicated clamps are not required.
Verify tube rack capacity and platform fit
Tube rack inserts are available for common laboratory tube formats, including microcentrifuge tubes and conical centrifuge tubes. Confirm that the rack dimensions fit within the shaker platform and that the rack accommodates the desired number of samples per run.
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<h2>Specifications context</h2>
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Orbital shaker accessories are designed to keep vessels securely positioned while exposed to continuous circular motion. Flask clamps, plate holders, and tube racks should be selected according to vessel dimensions, operating speed, and platform compatibility. Stainless steel spring-clip clamps remain one of the most widely used accessory formats for laboratory culture applications due to their durability and secure retention.
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Roller Platform, adjustable for uncommon vessels

The BT300-RB by Benchmark Scientific is an adjustable roller platform (8.5 x 10.5 in) for uncommon laboratory vessels, compatible with the BT302 Orbi-Shaker Jr. Enables rolling/rocking agitation of non-standard bottles, cylinders, and bags. Available from MBP Inc.

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Laboratory Centrifuge Accessories

<h2>What Are Laboratory Centrifuge Accessories?</h2>
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Laboratory centrifuge accessories are the components that determine a centrifuge's practical versatility, safety profile, and service life: replacement and additional rotors (fixed-angle and swing-out), tube adapters that allow one rotor to process multiple tube formats, aerosol-tight sealed lids and safety buckets for biocontainment during infectious sample centrifugation, rotor lubricants, balance tubes, and replacement O-rings and gaskets. All centrifuge accessories are model-specific&mdash;rotors are not interchangeable between manufacturers or between centrifuge models within the same brand, and using an uncertified rotor on any centrifuge is a serious safety hazard.
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<li>Rotor Shields for 130 mm Tubes: Safe, steady centrifugation for taller tube formats</li>
<li>Adapter Pack for 5 mL and 7 mL Tubes: Perfect fit for 5 mL and 7 mL tubes in 15 mL rotors</li>
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<h2>How to Choose Laboratory Centrifuge Accessories</h2>
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Rotor Selection (Fixed-Angle vs. Swing-Out)
If your centrifuge supports interchangeable rotors, specify the rotor type matched to your primary workflows: fixed-angle for molecular biology spin-column kits, pelleting, and bacterial harvesting; swing-out for density gradients, serum preparation, and gentle mammalian cell processing. Confirm the rotor's maximum RCF matches your highest-speed protocol and that the rotor radius is compatible with the centrifuge drive shaft and motor rating.
Tube Adapters
Tube adapters extend a single rotor to accommodate smaller tube formats. When ordering, confirm the adapter's bore inner diameter (ID) matches the outer diameter (OD) of the tube being used, ensure the adapter length seats the tube bottom at the correct radial position within the rotor bore, and verify the adapter material is chemically compatible with your samples. Adapter fit is critical&mdash;a loose tube in an adapter creates imbalance and ejection risk at high speed.
Aerosol-Tight Lids and Safety Buckets
Specify aerosol-tight sealed lids for all BSL-2 or higher specimens, human blood specimens, and any sample requiring biocontainment. Inspect O-rings before each run and replace them at the first sign of flattening, cracking, or discoloration. ClickSeal-type lids and equivalent sealed bucket systems provide certified biocontainment up to the rotor's rated maximum RCF.
Lubricants and Maintenance Items
Use only OEM-specified rotor grease (silicone- or PTFE-based) on fixed-angle lid threads and swing-bucket pivot points. Apply a thin layer after each cleaning or autoclaving of swing-bucket components. Never use petroleum-based lubricants, which can degrade centrifuge rotor seals and O-rings over time.
Balance Tubes
Balance tubes (empty, capped, and filled to the same mass as the loaded sample tubes) maintain rotor balance when an odd number of samples is run. Running an unbalanced rotor induces vibration, accelerates bearing wear, and at high speed can cause catastrophic rotor failure. Most centrifuge manufacturers supply balance tubes or specify the tube format and fill volume for balancing.
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<h2>Specifications Context</h2>
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Tube adapters must be matched by outer diameter with a tolerance of &le;0.5 mm to prevent movement during spinning. Aerosol-tight rotor lids are pressure-rated; confirm the lid's burst pressure rating exceeds the maximum pressure generated by the rotor at its rated speed before using them for potentially infectious specimens.
Rotor retirement schedules are manufacturer-specified and typically based on cumulative hours at maximum rated RPM. Many aluminum rotors have retirement schedules after several thousand hours at peak speed, regardless of visible condition, because stress-corrosion fatigue is not detectable visually. As of 2026, polypropylene (PP) and HDPE rotor materials have replaced anodized aluminum in several mid-speed rotor lines, improving chemical resistance to salt solutions and acidic buffers that can cause stress corrosion in aluminum.
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Rotor shields for 130mm tall tubes, 8/pk

C3100-130RS by Benchmark Scientific is a set of 8 rotor shields for tubes up to 130&nbsp;mm tall, designed for the Benchmark C3100 LC-8 Laboratory Centrifuge (8-position fixed-angle rotor, up to 3,500&nbsp;rpm / 1,500&nbsp;&times;&nbsp;g). They secure tall clinical sample tubes — blood collection, urine culture — in the rotor during centrifugation and protect the rotor chamber from tube breakage damage.

Shaking Incubator Accessories

<h2>What Are Shaking Incubator Accessories?</h2>
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Shaking incubator accessories are platform attachments and replacement components that secure culture vessels to the shaking deck, expand the range of vessel types a single incubator can accommodate, and maintain safe operation at high agitation speeds. The primary accessories are flask clamps (spring-type or magnetic-attachment systems) for Erlenmeyer flasks of specific volumes, tube racks for culture tubes and centrifuge tubes, microplate holders for 24-well, 96-well, and deep-well plate formats, universal platforms with non-slip surfaces for various container types, and adhesive mats for securing irregularly shaped vessels. Accessories are not universally interchangeable: platform slot patterns, clamp arm geometry, and attachment mechanisms vary by manufacturer and model, so confirm compatibility with the specific shaking incubator before ordering. Always match the flask clamp size to the exact flask volume in use; undersized clamps allow movement that damages cultures, and oversized clamps do not seat correctly in platform slots.
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<li dir="ltr" role="presentation">MultiTherm Touch blocks offer specialized holders for cryotubes, PCR plates, and centrifuge tubes up to 5ml.</li>
<li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Microplate blocks provide secure, uniform agitation for standard and deep-well 96-well plates.</li>
<li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Universal spring platforms offer a flexible solution for holding various bottle and flask sizes on a single surface.</li>
<li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Precision tube adapters allow you to mix 0.2ml to 2.0ml tubes with perfect stability and heat transfer.</li>
<li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Stainless steel shelves help you maximize your incubator&rsquo;s internal capacity for static or upright samples.</li>
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<h2>How to Choose Shaking Incubator Accessories</h2>
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Flask clamp size and type
Flask clamps are specified by flask volume: 50 mL, 125 mL, 250 mL, 500 mL, 1 L, and 2 L are the standard sizes. One-piece stainless steel clamp construction is preferable to spot-welded or riveted designs for durability at high agitation speeds. For flasks 2 L and above, clamps with a secondary girdle ring provide additional security during prolonged shaking at 200 rpm or above. Magnetic clamp systems (such as MAGic Clamp-style designs) allow tool-free, rapid exchange between flask sizes without loosening bolts.
Tube racks
Tube racks for shaking incubators accommodate standard 10 mL, 14 mL, 17 mL, 50 mL, and culture tube formats, slotted into the platform deck. Adjustable tube racks that fit multiple tube diameters offer more flexibility than fixed-diameter designs. Confirm the number of tube positions and whether the rack base fits the specific platform slot pattern of your incubator.
Microplate holders
Microplate holders secure 96-well, 24-well, deep-well (2 mL per well), and skirted PCR plate formats to the shaking platform. Platforms designed for microplates typically operate at smaller orbit sizes (19 mm) and higher speeds (up to 400 rpm) compared to flask platforms. Confirm that the holder is rated for the plate format and the speed required by your protocol.
Universal platforms and adhesive mats
Universal platforms with rubber-coated surfaces provide a non-slip base for tissue culture flasks (T-25, T-75), Petri dishes, staining trays, and containers that do not fit standard clamps. Adhesive mats function similarly and are useful for microcentrifuge tube arrays or multiple small containers. Replace adhesive mats periodically as tackiness degrades with repeated use and autoclaving.
Platform compatibility
Before purchasing accessories, identify the platform slot pattern (tab-and-slot vs. screw-mount vs. magnetic) specific to your shaking incubator model. Accessories from the same manufacturer as the incubator are the safest choice; third-party platforms may fit universal tab-and-slot patterns, but should be verified before high-speed use.
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Stainless steel flask clamps are the preferred material for autoclavability and chemical resistance. Verify whether accessories can be autoclaved at 121 degrees C; not all rubber or plastic components on tube racks and mats withstand repeated steam sterilization. The load capacity of the platform (in kg per position) limits the total mass of vessel plus culture volume that can be safely agitated; exceeding this limit at high speed stresses the drive bearings. For heavy-use labs running continuous 24-hour shaking protocols, select clamps with single-piece construction and check the drive belt or brushless motor specifications for continuous-duty cycle ratings.&nbsp;
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Shelf, 14 x 5.5" for Petri dishes, plates, trays, etc.

The H1010-SH by Benchmark Scientific is a 14 × 5.5 in optional shelf for the Incu-Shaker series, designed to hold petri dishes, microplates, trays, and other flat-format laboratory vessels during orbital shaking incubation.

Infrared MicroSterilizer Accessories

<h2>What Are Microbead Sterilizers?</h2>
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Microbead sterilizers are compact benchtop instruments that heat 1.5&ndash;2 mm glass beads to temperatures between 150&deg;C and 300&deg;C inside an insulated chamber, enabling rapid sterilization of metal instrument tips such as forceps, scissors, dissecting needles, and scalpel handles through conductive heat transfer in approximately 15 seconds per cycle. They provide a flame-free alternative to alcohol-lamp sterilization for repeated instrument decontamination in animal surgery, plant tissue culture, microbiology, and pathology laboratories. Because they operate without gas, open flames, or chemicals, microbead sterilizers are suitable for use inside Class II biosafety cabinets and in anaerobic environments where flames are prohibited.
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<li><a href="https://mbpinc.net/equipments/autoclave-and-biosafety-cabinets/microbead-sterilizer">Microbead sterilizer series</a>: Benchtop systems designed for rapid and reliable instrument sterilization.</li>
<li><a href="https://mbpinc.net/equipments/autoclave-and-biosafety-cabinets/microbead-sterilizer/microbead-sterilizer-accessories">Microbead sterilizer accessories</a>: Replacement heating elements, refill glass beads, loop holders, and slide dryer attachments to support continuous laboratory operation.</li>
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<h2>How to Choose a Microbead Sterilizer</h2>
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Chamber Depth and Aperture Diameter
Two chamber configurations are common: standard-depth units, approximately 8 cm deep, for short forceps tips and dissecting tools, and deep-format models, approximately 15 cm deep, for longer instruments. The aperture diameter determines the maximum instrument width that can be accommodated, so compatibility with commonly used tools should be confirmed before purchase.
Temperature Range and Control
Standard models typically operate at 250&deg;C, which is sufficient for eliminating vegetative bacteria and many spore-forming organisms from instrument tips. Digital models provide precise temperature adjustment and monitoring through electronic controls, making them preferable for applications requiring documented operating conditions. Units capable of reaching 300&deg;C may be selected for specialized high-temperature workflows, although prion deactivation requires dedicated sterilization procedures beyond conventional bead sterilization methods.
Warm-up Time and Duty Cycle
Most microbead sterilizers require a warm-up period of approximately 10&ndash;15 minutes to reach operating temperature. Once heated, they can operate continuously throughout the workday, while insulated housings help maintain safe exterior temperatures during prolonged use.
Biosafety Cabinet Compatibility
Flame-free operation makes microbead sterilizers compatible with Class II biosafety cabinets, provided that adequate clearance is maintained according to the cabinet manufacturer's recommendations. Laboratories should verify that the unit's footprint and heat output align with their specific biosafety setup.
Glass Bead Replacement
Glass beads serve as the primary consumable in these systems and should be replaced periodically as they become discolored or accumulate biological residues. Replacement frequency depends on instrument usage patterns, contamination risks, and laboratory protocols.
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Glass-bead sterilization at 250&deg;C can eliminate vegetative bacteria and bacterial spores from instrument tips within approximately 15 seconds of contact, according to established laboratory protocols for microbiology and surgical research applications. Operating temperatures should be verified periodically using calibrated thermometers or thermocouples to ensure consistent performance over time. Microbead sterilizers are intended for research use only (RUO) and are not validated as medical sterilization devices under FDA 510(k) or comparable regulatory frameworks. As of 2026, replacement glass beads and accessory components remain widely available to support long-term operation in research laboratories.
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Microbead Sterilizer

Slide dryer attachment for 3 slides

B1000-03 by Benchmark Scientific is the BactiZapper™ Slide Dryer Attachment, an aluminum slide holder with a stainless steel clip that secures up to 3 glass slides horizontally for heat-fixing and drying using the B1000 BactiZapper™ Infrared MicroSterilizer. It provides a flame-free alternative to using a Bunsen burner for slide fixation in microbiology workflows. Sold individually.

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UV Transilluminators Accessories

<h2>What Are UV Transilluminator Accessories?</h2>
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UV transilluminator accessories fall into four functional groups: personal protective equipment (PPE) that guards operators against UV radiation; optical components that improve image quality and camera compatibility; maintenance and consumable parts that sustain instrument performance; and light-conversion accessories that extend the transilluminator's functional range. Together, these accessories make gel visualization workflows safer, more reproducible, and more cost-effective over the instrument's lifespan. PPE includes UV-blocking polycarbonate face shields and safety glasses that block radiation below 380 nm; standard glass lab safety glasses transmit UV and are inadequate. Optical accessories include orange/amber emission filter plates (longpass above 500-580 nm), portable darkroom viewing hoods, and UV-to-blue light converter plates (Visi-Blue style) that place a phosphor layer over UV lamps to emit 460-470 nm blue light, enabling SYBR Safe and GelGreen imaging without purchasing a separate blue-LED instrument. Match each accessory to the transilluminator model (wavelength, viewing surface dimensions, lamp power, and pin configuration) to ensure compatibility before ordering.
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SmartBlue Viewing Glasses for UV and blue light provide high-contrast protection, allowing you to visualize fluorescent bands safely and clearly.
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Amber Covers for Transilluminators act as durable, high-clarity replacement shields that ensure a secure viewing experience during gel documentation.
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<h2>How to Choose UV Transilluminator Accessories</h2>
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Personal protective equipment
All operators using open-top UV transilluminators at 254-365 nm require UV-blocking polycarbonate face shields or safety glasses rated to block UV below 380 nm. Orange-tinted polycarbonate viewing glasses - such as Accuris SmartBlue Plus Viewing Glasses - serve a dual function: blocking UV from 302 nm transilluminators and blocking blue-LED light at 470 nm from blue-light systems, while allowing band fluorescence above 500 nm to pass for direct visualization. Arms and forearms require UV-opaque lab coat sleeves during gel cutting.
Emission filters for photography
Orange and amber longpass filter plates (cutoff at 515-580 nm) block the UV excitation source while transmitting the gel-band fluorescence (590 nm for EtBr and GelRed; 525 nm for SYBR Safe and SafeView Safe-Green). For EtBr at 590 nm emission, a 560 nm longpass is standard. For SYBR Safe/SafeView Safe-Green at 525 nm emission, a 500-515 nm longpass provides better signal transmission. Clip-on filter plates attach to handheld cameras or smartphones for photography without a dedicated gel doc system; the amber filter unit in blue-LED transilluminators filters to approximately 580 nm.
Portable viewing hoods
Portable viewing hoods create a contained darkroom environment over the transilluminator surface by blocking ambient room light, enabling gel photography using a handheld digital camera or smartphone with an amber filter without requiring a dedicated gel documentation enclosure. Most hoods include a UV-blocking face shield integrated into the hood opening, a removable bottom panel for placement over the transilluminator, and a felt or light-proof curtain. These are particularly useful for lower-throughput labs that do not justify a standalone gel doc system.
UV-to-blue light converter plates
Converter plates contain a phosphor layer that, when placed on a UV transilluminator surface, absorbs UV emission and re-emits blue light at 460-470 nm. This converts an existing UV system into a functional blue-LED transilluminator for SYBR Safe, GelGreen, and SafeView Safe-Green gels without purchasing a separate instrument. Three sizes are typically available to match standard transilluminator viewing areas; an amber camera filter is required for photography with converter plates.
Filter glass protectors
UV-transmitting filter protectors are thermoplastic (UV-transparent polycarbonate) sheets placed directly on the filter glass surface to protect the costly UV filter from gel cuts, scrapes, and dropped objects during gel manipulation. They are solarization-resistant and maintain UV transmission above 85% for their rated lifespan. Replacing a protector is far less expensive than replacing a cracked filter glass.
Replacement UV lamp tubes
Fluorescent UV lamp tubes are rated at 2,000-5,000 hours and degrade progressively; bands requiring longer exposure times or appearing dimmer at standard settings signal that replacement is needed. Tubes must match the transilluminator's wavelength (254, 302, or 365 nm), wattage (8 W or 15 W), tube length (15-25 cm), and pin configuration (bi-pin G13 is common). Confirm the exact specifications from the transilluminator manual before ordering replacements.
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UV lamp output intensity is expressed in milliwatts per square centimeter at the filter surface; research-grade transilluminators specify 5-25 mW/cm2 at 302 nm. Replacement tubes should be sourced to match the original lamp's wavelength and pin configuration exactly; using the wrong wavelength (e.g., 365 nm instead of 302 nm) changes dye excitation efficiency and may require different exposure times. Polycarbonate UV shields block over 99% of UV radiation at 302 nm; acrylic-based covers block UV below 380 nm and are used on hinged blocking covers. UV-to-blue converter plates are increasingly popular in labs transitioning from EtBr to safer dyes, as they allow the use of existing UV equipment with new non-mutagenic stains without capital equipment replacement.&nbsp;
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SmartBlue Viewing Glasses

E4000-VG1 by Accuris are SmartBlue amber-filtered viewing glasses that block 465 nm blue LED emission and 100% of UV for hands-free, eye-protective gel visualization and DNA band excision. Compatible with SmartBlue (E4000), other 465 nm blue LED transilluminators, and UV transilluminators. Works with SYBR Green, SmartGlow, GelGreen, SYBR Safe, and ethidium bromide-stained gels.

SmartBlue™ Replacement Amber Cover

The E4000-AC by Accuris Instruments is a replacement amber filter cover for the SmartBlue™ Blue Light Transilluminator series (E4000, E4100 Mini). Measures 10 × 12 × 0.5 inches; latex-free. Restores blue-light eye protection and gel-viewing performance to the SmartBlue instrument.