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In the market for a used ULT freezer? Here are 6 things to consider before you buy.   While the vast majority of ultra-low temperature (ULT) freeze...

While many modern centrifuges contain brushless motors, many older models still have brushed drive motors. If these brushes aren't replaced when ...

Centrifuge lid gas springs will inevitably wear out from regular use. You'll know the gas springs need replaced because they will no longer be ab...

Although they're simple devices, it's not uncommon for mechanical issues to crop up in microtomes. Oftentimes these issues aren't anything a little...

Because of how complex refrigeration systems can be, tracing down the root cause of a cooling issue can be a challenge. Oftentimes the issue is cau...

What is my freezer's temperature range? While the Wikipedia page for ULT freezers defines the ultra-low temperature range as being from -40°C ...

Should I use a flask or tray freeze dryer? Generally, the type of samples you intend to freeze dry will determine which type of lyophilizer you sh...

Do I have a high- or low-profile blade holder? The easiest way to tell if you have a high- or low-profile blade holder is simply to measure its bl...

What speed do I need? When shopping for a new centrifuge, you should focus more on its g-force capabilities than its speed capabilities. G-force,...

What Is a Lyophilizer? A freeze dryer, or lyophilizer, is used to preserve samples by removing moisture from them via sublimation, which is a direc...

How Do Ultra-Low Temperature Freezers Work? There has been a lot of attention focused on ultra-low temperature freezing in recent months thanks to ...

Centrifuges play a pivotal role in multiple scientific industries with widespread applications. This equipment comes in a variety of different spe...