Used & Refurbished Centrifugal Evaporators

A centrifugal evaporator or centrifugal vacuum concentrator is used to concentrate biological samples like DNA and RNA. This lab device helps to evaporate liquids or solvents in samples. It differs from a rotary evaporator in its sample capacity and how it speeds up the vaporizing process in a gentle, even motion. 

This machine has applications in molecular biology, pharmaceutical research, analytical chemistry, sample preparation for drug discovery and environmental analysis. Critical components in the centrifugal evaporator include:

• Centrifuge mechanism: The centrifuge mechanism generates the centrifugal force to separate the solvent from the samples quickly.

• Rotor assembly: The rotor holds the samples or containers where samples sit for evaporation at a fixed 25- to 40-degree angle, or in a swinging bucket for more delicate sample handling.

• Vacuum system: The vacuum system creates a reduced-pressure environment in the device to aid rapid solvent removal.

Maintaining this piece of equipment is essential to securing all connections before you start operations. Clean parts with gentle solutions according to the manufacturer's instructions and allow the evaporator to cool before you place it in storage.

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Features of Centrifugal Evaporators

This device features a vacuum pump that connects to a centrifuge chamber holding the samples. While all centrifugal evaporators have a control panel to adjust settings for various applications, only some have a cold trap that separates the vacuum and chamber collecting vaporized solvents. These devices vary in rotor designs, capacity and flexibility. Choosing a model based on your specific requirements for solvent removal, sample concentration and laboratory protocol compatibility is crucial.

Material Composition

Manufacturers choose the materials used to make centrifugal evaporators to add strength and high-speed resistance to the device. The sample containers are made from materials that are compatible with various sample types and solvents. These materials include:

• Aluminum: Centrifuge rotors are typically made from aluminum due to the metal's strength, corrosion resistance and light weight.

• Titanium: In addition to strength and corrosion resistance, titanium can withstand harsh chemical environments and high speeds.

• Plastic or polymer: Sample holders and adapters in the centrifugal evaporator may be made from this durable plastic due to its resistance to some solvents and sample types.

• Stainless steel: Stainless steel components reinforce the centrifugal evaporator or its critical structural elements., though this material can increase the component weight significantly.

Capacity and Speed

Centrifugal evaporators come in various sizes to accommodate diverse sample volumes. These options range from small microcentrifuge tubes to large containers. They generally operate at a speed of 1.725 RPM that separates substrates without compromising the samples.

User Interface

Most models have a user-friendly interface, simplifying speed, time and vacuum level settings. Advanced units may even offer custom settings that cater to specific sample types to enhance process automation and reproducibility.

Benefits of Buying Used Centrifugal Evaporators

Centrifugal evaporators speed up the solvent evaporation process significantly when compared to traditional methods. They are instrumental in preserving the integrity of heat-sensitive samples, and buying a used centrifugal evaporator for your laboratory comes with additional benefits: 

• Cost efficiency: Where budget is a concern for labs with less funding, investing in used instruments like centrifugal evaporators can cut costs from 30% to 70%.

• Quality devices: You receive high-quality, used lab equipment when you purchase from New Life Scientific. We pre-test and certify all used personal centrifugal evaporators.

• Lab scalability: The affordability of buying used devices like centrifugal evaporators allows you to equip and expand your lab within your budget.

• Sustainability: When you buy used lab equipment, you reuse an existing piece of equipment. By putting a functional device back into use, you help eliminate the need for new manufacturing.

What to Look for in Used Centrifugal Evaporators

You will receive high-quality, vetted equipment when you purchase used laboratory instruments from a reputable seller like New Life Scientific. Simplify your search by considering these details:

• Warranty: When you buy any brand, including used SP Scientific and Genevac centrifugal evaporators from New Life Scientific, we offer a 90-day warranty to give you peace of mind.

• Safety features: Ensure the centrifugal evaporator model you buy complies with current lab safety regulations and reduce the likelihood that you will need to upgrade components in the device.

• Physical condition: Look for physical signs of wear on the equipment. While minor visual imperfections might not affect the device's operations, signs of corrosive damage can affect the instrument's longevity.

• Service record: A reputable seller can provide you with the centrifugal evaporator's service and use history. This information will give you an idea of the years left in the device's remaining service life.

Top Manufacturers of Centrifugal Evaporators

We stock centrifugal evaporators from a range of trusted manufacturers. Whether you are shopping for a used centrifugal evaporator with a vacuum pump, a used standard throughput centrifugal evaporator or anything in between, you'll find it in our inventory of laboratory equipment from reputable brands.

Thermo Fisher Scientific

Serving industries with their global team, Thermo Fisher Scientific manufactures centrifugal evaporators with three heating levels. These devices facilitate balanced, bump-free, quick concentration.

Eppendorf

Eppendorf has a reputation spanning over 75 years of manufacturing precision lab equipment. Their technology facilitates gentle vacuum concentration for DNA, proteins and other wet samples.

SP Scientific Products

For over 100 years, SP Scientific Products has built a reputation for manufacturing reliable equipment for pharmaceuticals, scientific research and other industries. Their products feature a variety of control panel options, simple setups and flexible system configurations.

Why Buy Centrifugal Evaporators From New Life Scientific?

New Life Scientific is the trusted name in used laboratory equipment. We offer reliable, used laboratory equipment to help brilliant people move their science forward. Whether you're looking for a fair warranty or want prompt, helpful support from a team of experts, we are your source for quality instruments with the advantages you need. All centrifugal evaporators have a 90-day warranty, and we maintain a 24-hour or faster response time to ensure you feel confident in your purchase. 

Browse our selection or contact our experts to find the used model that best meets your needs. Our inventory changes frequently, so review our stock often to see additional options as they become available.