Standard operating procedure for centrifugal concentrator: seven steps to master correct usage!

Standard operating procedure for centrifugal concentrator: seven steps to master correct usage!

1. Start-up preparation

· Check whether the cold trap is completely defrosted and wipe it clean with a soft cloth

· Check whether the cavity is clean and keep the cavity dry· Check whether the vacuum oil level is between max-min and whether the oil is clear and transparent

2. Precool the cold trap

Turn on the cold trap power (if configured), precool for at least 10-15 minutes, so that the temperature of the cold trap reaches the working temperature

3. Parameter setting

· Set temperature parameters

· Set running time

· Set vacuum control (adjust according to solvent type)

4. Sample loading

· Balance the sample tube on the rotor to ensure symmetrical balance

· The sample volume does not exceed half of the tube volume

5. Start Run

· Close the cover and press the "Run" button to start

· After the rotor reaches the operating speed, the vacuum pump starts

6. Run monitoring

Avoid over-drying (DNA is difficult to re-dissolve after drying), it is recommended to stop when the concentration is slightly moist

7. End the operation

· After the operation, wait for the rotor to stop completely before opening the cover and taking out the sample

· Clean the surface of the instrument and wipe off the water and frost on the surface of the cold trap

Special attention:

· It is strictly forbidden to open the cover when the rotor is rotating

· It is forbidden to concentrate a large amount of organic solvent samples (must be pre-treated with rotary evaporation first)

· The equipment cannot be tilted when the machine is running

Centrifugal concentrator: As an efficient concentrator in modern laboratories, it is crucial to choose the right model and operate it correctly. 

Whether it is a high-throughput research that pursues extreme efficiency or a teaching experiment that focuses on economy and practicality,

 there is always a centrifugal concentrator that suits your laboratory needs.