Centrifuge – is a device in which, under the action of centrifugal force and high rotational speeds, heterogeneous and free-flowing materials are separated into fractions of different densities. The equipment can be used in various industries to separate a wide range of materials.

A device used in clinics and laboratories to separate biological samples is called a laboratory centrifuge.

Laboratory centrifuge: structure, purpose and use

It is now difficult to imagine any laboratory without a centrifuge, as in most cases one of the stages involved in analysing the qualitative and quantitative characteristics of biological material is its separation into fractions.

Before purchasing a laboratory centrifuge, you should familiarise yourself with the equipment’s specifications and functional features, and also take the following aspects into account: where and for what kind of research you plan to use it, and how intensively it will be used.

Centrifuges are used in a wide variety of applications. They are used in:

• medical facilities;
• cosmetics laboratories;
• pharmaceutical laboratories;
• veterinary clinics;
• research institutes;
• and so on

Medical laboratory centrifuges are used in the laboratories of healthcare facilities as part of the process of preparing samples for analysis. They enable the separation of fractions of blood and urine, so that their composition can then be examined in detail to aid in diagnosis.

Basic design of the device:

• a sturdy metal casing made from corrosion-resistant material;
• inner chamber, which is also resistant to wear and corrosion;
• a rotor to which sample tubes are attached. These may be fixed or interchangeable;
• an electric motor that drives the rotor.

Types of centrifuges

Devices can be categorised according to a number of characteristics. The main ones are as follows.

Depending on its rotational speed, a centrifuge may be:

• low-speed;
• high-speed;
• ultra-fast.

Depending on their installation type, the devices are classified as follows:

• Those placed on the floor are known as floor-standing units. They are characterised by their large dimensions and heavy weight.
• Those designed to be placed on a surface are known as tabletop models. These are compact models characterised by their small dimensions and relatively light weight.

By use:

• standard – for routine tests;
• haematocrit – for measuring the haematocrit level;
• refrigerated centrifuge – with a cooling function.

For additional features:

• with cooling;
• without cooling;
• heated;
• with heating and cooling.

Blood centrifuge

The main purpose of the device is to centrifuge blood in order to separate the serum. As blood serum is a key component in biochemical analysis, blood group determination and the diagnosis of infectious diseases, this type of equipment is essential for medical facilities and chemical or research laboratories.

Where can I buy a medical centrifuge?

You can purchase a medical or laboratory centrifuge by placing an online order on our website or by calling us. We offer a wide range of equipment, so if you have any questions, we’ll help you choose the right model for your laboratory’s needs.