Thermo launches "superspeed" centrifuge

Carrying on from Thermo's Sorvall platform, this latest centrifuge boasts a small footprint, superior functionality, increased safety and improved speed for the efficient harvesting of cells, homogenate clarification, isolation of subcellular fractions (including nucleic acids), and pelleting protein and virus precipitates.

Moreover, it is the only centrifuge in its class that does not require being anchored to the floor while still meeting safety requirements.

Sorvall RC-6 Plus also features an expanded rotor set that now includes continuous flow rotors, as well as new composite rotors.

These advanced rotors not only expand the range of applications supported by the RC-6 Plus platform, but also simplify preparation procedures by spinning disposable containers at much higher speeds.

Crucially, all Sorvall RC-6 rotors are compatible with the new RC-6 Plus centrifuge, as are most Sorvall RC-5 rotors, making the Sorvall RC-6 Plus centrifuge a cost-effective option for labs currently utilising Sorvall high-speed centrifuges.

The operation of the centrifuge is easy, with dual display of set and actual parameters allowing to real-time monitor the run progression.

Users can schedule convenient start and stop times for runs, giving them the flexibility to do runs when needed.

In addition, its vacuum-free operation ensures minimal maintenance, sample protection and rotary balance, while its optional enhancements, such as GMP/GLP-compatible data management, offers traceability and QC for biopharmaceutical processing needs.

Sorvall RC-6 Plus comes with a diverse range of metal and composite rotors, capable of supporting sample formats ranging from microtubes (0.5 ml) up to 1-L volumes, thus offing researchers the broadest array of accessories to meet their separation needs.