Beckman Optima TLX Ultracentrifuge

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Product Description

The Beckman Optima™ TLX ultracentrifuge, is a tabletop model designed for a variety of high-speed applications. Along with operator safety, the Beckman ultracentrifuge system prioritizes maximum performance capabilities with a force of 657,000 x g and sample volumes ranging from 0.2 mL to 5.1 mL per tube.

The Beckman Optima™ TLX centrifuge offers enhanced operator convenience. Equipped with an easy to use control panel, this Beckman centrifuge also has a temperature control system, a self-purging vacuum system and a programmable memory that can store up to 10 different profiles and more.

The control panel of this Optima™ ultracentrifuge system is located on top of the machine for convenience and easy access and visibility. During a run, the actual condition is shown in the control panel including speed, temperature, and time. The thermoelectric temperature control system uses forced air and doesn’t require any coolant.

The Beckman Optima™ TLX centrifuge also comes with safety features. The centrifuge has imbalance-tolerant, direct vacuum-encased, air-cooled drives, as well as a steel chamber door which has an electromechanical door locking mechanism. The door automatically locks when manually closed.

Beckman Optima TLX Ultracentrifuge System Specifications


Height	53.3 cm (21 in)
Depth	58.4 cm (23 in)
Weight	81 kg (178 lb)
Approximate Acceleration Time	10 acceleration profiles–9 slow rates from 0 to 5,000 rpm followed by full acceleration to set speed; or maximum acceleration
Approximate Deceleration Time	11 deceleration profiles–10 slow rates from 5,000 to 0 rpm, including coasting to a stop without brake; or full dynamic braking from set speed
Electrical Requirements	50 Hz, 198 to 254 VAC, 6 A
Maximum Heat Dissipation into Room under Steady-State Conditions	0.5 kW (1,750 Btu/hr)
Noise Level 1 Meter in Front of Centrifuge	< 60 dBA
Set Speed	Actual rotor speed ± 50 rpm of set speed
Set Temperature	2 to 40°C in 0.1° increments
Set Time	to 99 hr 59 min
Speed Range	5,000 to 120,000 rpm
Temperature Control	± 2°C of set temperature (after equilibration)
Ambient Temperature Range	15 to 35°C ambient
Clearances Required	7.6 cm (3.0 in) both sides and rear
Humidity Restrictions	< 95% (noncondensing
Pollution Degree	2
Time – Actual Display	Indicates run time remaining