Centrifuge 5418 R – Microcentrifuge
The Eppendorf Centrifuge 5418 R is a 18-place microcentrifuge that is specifically designed for low to medium capacity in 1.5/2.0 mL tubes and Microtainer®. The speed of up to 16,873 × g allows for standard molecular biology applications.
Eppendorf Centrifuge 5418 R overview
- Eppendorf QuickLock® lid for ergonomic operation: Centrifuge rotor with unique QuickLock lid − fast and secure lid locking with only 1/4 of a turn. The rotor provides an aerosol-tight containment for safe centrifugation of hazardous samples such as viruses, pathogen bacteria, blood samples or radioactive probes.
Features of the Centrifuge 5418 R
- Max. rotor capacity: 18 × 1.5/2.0 mL vessels
- Max. speed: 16,873 × g (14,000 rpm)
- Small footprint and low access height of 23 cm
- OptiBowl® design for quiet operation – even without a rotor lid
- Eppendorf QuickLock® rotor allows for fast and ergonomic lid locking
- Soft-touch one-finger lid closure for ergonomic operation
- Temperature range from 0 °C to +40 °C
- Guaranteed temperature of 4 °C at maximum rotational speed
- FastTemp function for quick pre-cooling and maximum temperature accuracy inside the rotor
- ECO power shut-off engages after 8 hours of nonuse to reduce energy consumption (46 % over night) and extend compressor life (can be deactivated)
Additional features for Centrifuge 5418 R
- Temperature range from 0 °C to +40 °C
- Guaranteed temperature of 4 °C at maximum rotational speed
- FastTemp™ function for quick pre-cooling and maximum temperature accuracy inside the rotor
- ECO power shut-off engages after 8 hours of nonuse to reduce energy consumption (46 % over night) and extend compressor life (can be deactivated)
- The patented compressor technology reduces vibrations and protects your samples
- Built-in condensation drain to eliminate water accumulation in the rotor chamber