Eppendorf Centrifuge 5420 5420000318

The Eppendorf Centrifuge 5420 (part number 5420000318) is a non-refrigerated microcentrifuge designed for routine molecular biology applications such as nucleic acid purification and gel extraction involving microtubes and PCR tubes.

Key Features:

• Maximum speed: 15,060 rpm (21,300 × g)
• Capacity: 24 × 1.5/2.0 mL tubes
• Alternate rotor option: 32 × 0.2 mL PCR tubes or 4 × 8-place PCR strips
• Adapters available for 0.2, 0.4, 0.5 mL tubes and 0.6 mL BD Microtainer®
• Acceleration time: approximately 15 seconds
• Deceleration time: approximately 15 seconds
• Timer range: 10 seconds to 9 hours 59 minutes, including continuous run
• SOFT brake function with 10 ramp levels
• Noise level: less than 56 dB(A)
• Dimensions (W×D×H): 24 × 35 × 22 cm
• Weight: 13 kg
• Power consumption: 290 W
• Non-refrigerated operation
• Automatic lid opening at run end to prevent sample warming
• Control via easy-to-clean keypad with one-push short-spin key

Advantages:

• High maximum relative centrifugal force enables efficient processing of small-volume biological samples
• Capacity for 24 tubes and PCR tubes supports simultaneous multiple sample processing for increased throughput
• Quick acceleration and deceleration times reduce total run time improving workflow efficiency
• SOFT brake function ensures gentle stopping to protect delicate samples
• Low noise operation maintains a quieter lab environment
• Compact footprint optimizes valuable bench space
• Automatic lid opening prevents sample warming, preserving sample integrity
• Keypad control with one-touch short spin speeds up routine centrifugation steps