Universal Centrifuge
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Versatility Multi-Rotor High Throughput Separation
Hermle Universal Centrifuge
Central to the Universal Centrifuge's utility is its flexible rotor system, which typically includes both fixed-angle rotors for high-speed pelleting and swing-out rotors for achieving horizontal separation and precise layering (e.g., density gradient separations). This dual capability allows laboratories to execute a broad spectrum of protocols with a single piece of equipment. The ease of switching between these high-capacity rotors enhances workflow efficiency, particularly in multi-user facilities where requirements change frequently.
Engineered to be the ideal solution for clinics, medical practices, and general research, these centrifuges balance operational performance (RPM and RCF) with compatibility. They are variable in the research area, providing the necessary precision for chemical synthesis work and the high throughput required for clinical sample screening. Their ability to cover the most common applications perfectly makes them an efficient and cost-effective capital investment for facilities with varied analytical demands.
High cost of specialized centrifuges
A significant financial pain point for labs is the need to purchase several specialized centrifuges to cover different tube sizes (microlitre, standard, blood vials). The Universal Centrifuge mitigates this by offering the technical capacity to run more than ten different rotors, including high-speed fixed-angle and low-speed swing-out types, consolidating diverse separation needs into one platform.
Separation modes
Complex protocols often require sequential steps involving different separation modes (e.g., pelleting followed by density gradient separation). Manually moving samples between specialized machines is inefficient and risks sample handling errors. The Universal Centrifuge allows rapid rotor interchangeability, enabling technicians to transition seamlessly between high RCF fixed-angle spins and horizontal swing-out separations on the same benchtop platform.
Standardized blood and urine tubes
Clinical environments require the ability to process standardized blood and urine tubes accurately and safely. The Universal Centrifuge features specialized swing-out buckets designed for standard clinical tube formats, ensuring horizontal separation for optimal plasma/serum yield and minimal cell lysis, which is critical for accurate diagnostic results.
Non-standard or proprietary tubes
Researchers often require specialized custom adapters for non-standard or proprietary tubes that are not available in standard offerings. Hermle addresses this need by offering the capability to manufacture special adapters according to customer wishes or needs, ensuring that unique or unusual sample containers can be safely and securely processed, maximizing the machine's utility.
Protocols
The 'set-and-forget' nature of many protocols requires robust, repeatable settings. These centrifuges provide precise digital control over speed, RCF, and timing, allowing operators to store and recall numerous predefined programs. This memory function eliminates manual parameter input errors, ensuring perfect reproducibility across different users and over long experimental periods.
Varying sample volumes
In research environments, the need to adapt protocols frequently means the centrifuge must handle widely varying sample volumes and densities. The Universal Centrifuge's versatile motor and balanced drive can accommodate heavy, high-volume swing-out loads as well as lighter, fixed-angle loads, maintaining operational stability and precision across a wide kinetic range.
Medical and clinical settings
Contamination control is paramount, especially in medical and clinical settings. The design includes safety features like rotor recognition and potentially aerosol-tight buckets, which automatically adjust parameters and contain biological hazards, providing a crucial layer of protection for users and preventing cross-contamination of samples.
German engineering
Equipment failure or downtime can severely impact clinical schedules. The robust German engineering and specialized motor components ensure extended operational reliability. The ability to use one universal machine as the primary centrifuge across most applications also simplifies maintenance and service, reducing the complexity and risk associated with managing multiple specialized units.
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