Ohaus Frontier™ 5000 Series Benchtop Micro Centrifuge FC5515R

The Ohaus Frontier™ 5000 Series Benchtop Micro Centrifuge FC5515R is a high-speed, refrigerated microcentrifuge designed for precise spin-down applications in research and clinical laboratories. Engineered with German precision, this compact benchtop unit offers capacities up to 44 x 1.5 / 2.0 ml or 12 x 5 ml, refrigeration capabilities, and biocontainment rotors for hazardous samples. Featuring an intuitive control panel with a rotary knob, a brushless motor for quiet operation, and robust safety features, the FC5515R ensures reliable and efficient centrifugation, ideal for space-constrained labs.

Key Features

• Refrigerated Centrifugation: Maintains precise temperature control from -20°C to 40°C, ideal for sensitive samples like DNA and RNA, with a pre-cool time of less than 10 minutes from room temperature to 4°C.

• High-Speed Performance: Achieves speeds from 200 to 15,200 rpm with a maximum relative centrifugal force (RCF) of 21,953 g, supporting a variety of micro-volume applications.

• Extensive Rotor Compatibility: Supports 7 rotors, including Angle 24×1.5/2.0ml BIOSEALS V2;  Angle 30 x 1.5 ml / 2.0 ml Sealable;  Angle 44 x 1.5 / 2.0 ml ID V2;  Angle 12 x 5 ml Sealable and Angle 4 x 8 place PCR Strips.

• Intuitive Control Panel: Features a rotary knob and backlit LCD display for easy setting of speed, g-force, and temperature, with memory for up to 99 programs.

• Advanced Safety Features: Includes a lid locking system, imbalance sensor, and splash-proof panel to ensure operator safety and protect against sample spills.

Applications

• Research Laboratories: Perfect for DNA/RNA preparation, ultrafiltration, and protein separation in life sciences and biotechnology, with refrigeration for temperature-sensitive samples.

• Clinical Laboratories: Ideal for processing micro-volume samples like blood or urine, supporting diagnostic workflows with high-speed and biocontainment rotors.

• Specialized Applications: Suitable for applications requiring hazardous sample handling, such as virology or microbiology, with biocontainment rotors for enhanced safety.

• Dimensions (LxHxW): 561 mm x 292 mm x 287 mm, designed for compact benchtop installation in space-constrained laboratory settings.

• Electrical Connection: 230V, 50/60Hz, with a power consumption of 500 W, adaptable to standard laboratory power requirements.

• Net Weight: 77 lb (35 kg), ensuring stability during high-speed operation.

• Rotor Compatibility: Supports Angle 24×1.5/2.0ml BIOSEALS V2;  Angle 30 x 1.5 ml / 2.0 ml Sealable;  Angle 44 x 1.5 / 2.0 ml ID V2;  Angle 12 x 5 ml Sealable;  Angle 4 x 8 place PCR Strips.

• Safety Certification: CE, FCC certified.