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- Weight: 36.0 lb
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MPN: C8706
- Phone: (732) 274-1155
Frequently asked questions
Does the centrifuge include a safety latching system?
Yes, the Unico PowerSpin DX C8706 Centrifuge is equipped with a crucial safety feature: the Zero RPM Safety Latching System.
This system is designed to maximize user safety by:
- Preventing the centrifuge lid from being opened accidentally while the rotor is spinning.
- Ensuring the latch only releases once the rotor has completely reached 0 RPM.
Is the centrifuge compatible with various tubes?
Yes, the Unico PowerSpin DX C8706 features a 6 Place Horizontal Rotor and is compatible with a wide range of specimen tubes, handling capacities from 2 ml up to 15 ml.
Key compatibility details:
- It directly accepts standard 10 ml blood tubes and up to 15 ml urine tubes.
- Smaller tube sizes require specific adaptors:
- 5 ml tubes require the short tube adaptor (part #C800-03).
- 2 ml tubes require the small tube adaptor (part #C800-04).
Does the centrifuge support multiple specimen types?
Yes, the Unico PowerSpin DX C8706 is designed for versatile specimen processing in clinical and laboratory settings.
Key features that support its versatility include:
- Specimen Compatibility: It is ideal for processing common biological samples such as blood, urine, and semen.
- Pre-Programmed Settings: For streamlined operation, the unit includes three dedicated pre-programmed settings for:
- Blood
- Fecal
- Urine
- Tube Flexibility: The 6-Place Horizontal Rotor accommodates tubes from 2 ml up to 15 ml. While standard capacity is 6 x 15 ml, optional adaptors are available for smaller 2 ml and 5 ml tubes.
Does the centrifuge offer precise speed control?
Yes, the Unico PowerSpin DX C8706 Centrifuge is engineered with precise, variable speed control, ensuring optimal separation of blood, urine, semen, and other specimens.
Key control features include:
- Variable Speed Range: The speed is adjustable from 1000 to 3400 RPM.
- Precision Adjustment: The speed can be fine-tuned in 100 RPM increments.
- Maximum Force: The centrifuge achieves a maximum Relative Centrifugal Force (RCF) of 2508 g.
- Performance Customization: Both the acceleration and deceleration rates are fully adjustable to optimize separation profiles.
- Pre-programmed Options: For common applications, the unit includes three pre-set programs for blood, fecal, and urine specimens.
Does the digital timer offer precise control?
Yes, the digital timer on the PowerSpin DX C8706 Centrifuge offers very precise control for separation cycles.
- Maximum Duration: The timer can be set for up to 60 minutes.
- Precision: Settings are adjustable in 1-second increments, allowing for fine-tuned run times.
- Convenience: The centrifuge features a memory function that automatically recalls the last used timer setting for efficient repeat runs.
Does the PowerSpin DX C8706 operate quietly?
Yes, the Unico PowerSpin DX C8706 Centrifuge is engineered for low noise operation, minimizing disruption in the lab. It achieves this using a maintenance-free DC motor.
Key details regarding its performance are:
- The centrifuge operates at only 50 decibels (dB).
- This low noise level is maintained even when running at the maximum speed of 3400 RPM.
Does the centrifuge recall previous settings easily?
Yes, the Unico PowerSpin DX C8706 Centrifuge includes a convenient memory function.
This feature automatically remembers the last operational settings (speed, time, etc.) used, allowing you to perform rapid batch processing and quick repeat runs without having to manually reprogram the parameters every time.
Does the centrifuge require low maintenance?
Yes, the Unico PowerSpin DX C8706 Centrifuge is engineered for stable operation and requires minimal maintenance, making it highly suitable for daily laboratory use.
Key design features that contribute to its robust and low-maintenance nature include:
- Maintenance-Free Motor: It utilizes a DC motor that requires no routine maintenance, significantly reducing long-term upkeep requirements.
- Durable, Cleanable Chamber: The rotor chamber is constructed from stainless steel, ensuring longevity and simplifying cleanup and sanitation procedures.
- Vibration Control: The unit is stabilized by suction cup rubber feet, which dampen vibration, promoting component longevity and quiet operation (only 50 dB at peak speed).
Does the centrifuge minimize vibration?
Yes, the Unico PowerSpin DX C8706 Centrifuge is designed to minimize operational vibration.
It features suction cup rubber feet specifically for vibration control, ensuring stable performance and contributing to its low noise level (only 50 decibels at 3400 RPM).
Does the centrifuge include convenient pre-programmed settings?
Yes, the Unico PowerSpin DX C8706 Centrifuge includes three pre-programmed settings designed to simplify operation and ensure optimal, consistent separation results for common laboratory specimens.
These convenient programs are available for:
- Blood
- Fecal
- Urine
This feature allows users to quickly process common samples without needing to manually adjust the speed and timer for every run.