Microcentrifuge

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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12 x 5ml rotor (for Z216 series only)

The Z216-1205 by Benchmark Scientific (Hermle) is a 12-position rotor for 5ml tubes, rated to 14,500 rpm / 19,978 xg, designed exclusively for the Z216-M and Z216-MK microcentrifuge series. Not compatible with other centrifuge models.

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12 x HLA/1.5/2.0ml swing out rotor (Z216-M only)

Z216-1220H by Benchmark Scientific is a 12-position swing-out rotor for the Hermle Z216-M microcentrifuge, rated to 9,000 rpm and 7,510 xg. Accepts HLA capillary tubes for hematocrit determination or standard 1.5 ml / 2.0 ml microtubes—one rotor handles both formats. Compatible with Z216-M only. Order at mbpinc.net/quickorder using catalog number Z216-1220H or email customerservice@mbpinc.net.

24 x 1.5/2.0ml rotor, hermetically sealed (for Z207-M only)

Z207-2420H by Benchmark Scientific (Hermle) is a 24-position hermetically sealed fixed-angle rotor for the Hermle Z207-M microcentrifuge, reaching 13,500 rpm / 17,317 xg. The hermetic lid contains aerosols during centrifugation of biohazardous or volatile samples in 1.5/2.0 ml microtubes. Designed exclusively for the Z207-M.

24 x 1.5/2.0ml rotor hermetically sealed (for Z216 series only)

Z216-2420 by Hermle is a 24-position hermetically sealed fixed-angle microcentrifuge rotor rated to 15,000 rpm / 21,379 × g, designed exclusively for the Hermle Z216-M and Z216-MK microcentrifuge series. The Quick-Seal lid provides aerosol containment for use with biohazardous or volatile samples.

24 x 1.5/2.0ml Spin column rotor (for Z207-M only)

Z207-24SC by Hermle is a 24-place spin column rotor for the Hermle Z207-M microcentrifuge, reaching 13,500 RPM and 17,317 × g. It accommodates 24 × 1.5/2.0 mL spin columns simultaneously, enabling high-throughput DNA, RNA, and protein purification in a single spin. Compatible exclusively with the Z207-M; not interchangeable with other Hermle centrifuge models.

24 x 2.0ml spin column kit (for Z216 series only)

The Z216-24SC by Benchmark Scientific (Hermle) is a 24-place spin column rotor kit for the Z216-M and Z216-MK high-speed microcentrifuge series, rated to 13,500 rpm / 17,317 xg. Features a Quick-Seal lid and processes 24 spin column kits per run. Compatible with Z216 series only.

24 x Hematocrit rotor (Z216-M only)

The Z216-24HEM by Hermle is a 24-position fixed-angle hematocrit rotor for the Hermle Z216-M microcentrifuge. It accommodates standard capillary hematocrit tubes at up to 12,000 rpm / 14,970 xg for rapid packed cell volume determination. Sold individually. Compatible with Z216-M only — not for Z216-MK or other models.

30 x 1.5/2.0ml rotor (for Z216 series only)

Z216-3020H by Benchmark Scientific is a 30 x 1.5/2.0 ml fixed-angle rotor with Quick-Seal lid for the Hermle Z216 microcentrifuge series, rated to 13,500 rpm and 19,151 xg. Supports aerosol containment and high-throughput workflows.

4 x 8 PCR strip rotor (for Z207-M only)

Z207-3202 by Hermle is a 4 × 8 PCR strip rotor for the Hermle Z207-M microcentrifuge only, holding 32 × 0.2 ml tube positions (4 PCR strips or 32 individual 0.2 ml tubes). Maximum speed is 13,500 rpm / 14,669 × g. This rotor is not compatible with any other Hermle centrifuge model. Order using catalog number Z207-3202 at <a href="https://www.mbpinc.net/quickorder">mbpinc.net/quickorder</a> or contact <a href="mailto:customerservice@mbpinc.net">customerservice@mbpinc.net</a>.

4 x pcr rotor, Hermetically Sealed (for Z216 series only)

The Z216-3202 by Hermle is a hermetically sealed fixed-angle PCR rotor for Hermle Z216-M and Z216-MK microcentrifuges. Holds 4 × 8-strip PCR strips (32 × 0.2 ml tubes) at up to 15,000 rpm / 15,343 xg. Hermetic lid provides aerosol containment during centrifugation. Z216 series only. Distributed in North America by Benchmark Scientific.

44 x 1.5/2.0ml rotor (for Z216 series only)

Z216-4420 by Hermle is a 44-place fixed-angle rotor for the Hermle Z216 series microcentrifuges (Z216-M and Z216-MK), reaching 15,000 RPM and 21,379 × g. It holds 44 × 1.5/2.0 mL microtubes and ships with a Quick-Seal lid for rapid loading of all 44 positions — the highest-capacity rotor available for the Z216 platform, suited for high-throughput nucleic acid precipitation, cell pelleting, and protein clarification workflows.

COMBI-Rotor 24 x 1.5/2.0ml and 4 x PCR strips with Quick-Lock lid (for Z216 series only)

The COMBI-Rotor Z216-2420S by Hermle Labortechnik is a fixed-angle combination rotor for Hermle Z216 series microcentrifuges, reaching 15,000 RPM and 21,631 xg. It holds 24 × 1.5/2.0 ml microtubes and 4 × PCR strips simultaneously, secured by a Quick-Lock lid. Purpose-built for high-speed DNA/RNA pelleting, PCR strip spin-down, and protein precipitation in molecular biology labs.