Introduction
A thermo shaker dry bath is a laboratory instrument that combines a temperature-controlled dry bath, also called a heating block, with orbital shaking, providing precise temperature control and mixing for samples in tubes and microplates, and it is used in molecular biology, biochemistry, and clinical laboratories. The instrument consists of a heating block with wells that hold tubes, such as microcentrifuge tubes and PCR tubes, or a platform for microplates, a heating system and temperature controller that maintain the set temperature, typically over a range from above ambient to 100 degrees Celsius, and a motor that provides orbital shaking of the block, and it may include a refrigeration function for operation below ambient; the samples in the tubes or plates are incubated at the set temperature while being shaken, providing uniform temperature, mixing, and acceleration of reactions, and the instrument provides precise temperature control and adjustable shaking speed and time. Thermo shaker dry baths are used for heating and mixing reactions, such as enzyme reactions and ligations, for incubation of samples for assays, for cell lysis, for heating samples for hybridization, for dissolving and mixing reagents, for sample preparation, for incubation of reactions in PCR tubes, and for many other applications, and they are available with different block formats for different tube sizes and plates, with features such as digital displays, programmable temperature and shaking profiles, and overtemperature protection. With their combined heating and mixing, thermo shaker dry baths are versatile and essential instruments for sample incubation and mixing.
Thermo-Shaker Dry Bath LTDB-T2011
Thermo-Shaker Dry Bath is a compact design that offers a temperature range of +5°C to 150°C. It provides real-time temperature monitoring, ensuring accurate control throughout sample i...
Thermo-Shaker Dry Bath LTDB-T2010
Thermo-Shaker Dry Bath is a compact, bench-top design that operates within a broad temperature range of +5°C to 150°C. It features a digital display that indicates temperature, time, a...
Thermo-Shaker Dry Bath LTDB-T2014
Thermo-Shaker Dry Bath features a compact design and supports a wide temperature range from -10°C to 100°C. It is equipped with advanced automatic fault detection and a buzzer alarm fu...
Thermo-Shaker Dry Bath LTDB-T2013
Thermo-Shaker Dry Bath is a compact design that offers a temperature range of room temperature +5°C to 100°C. It provides fast heating speed and uniform heating with precise temperatur...
Thermo-Shaker Dry Bath LTDB-T2012
Thermo-Shaker Dry Bath is a compact design that operates within a temperature range of 0 °C to 100 °C. It has a built-in temperature calibration system and a short oscillation point fu...
Thermo-Shaker Dry Bath LTDB-T2011
Thermo-Shaker Dry Bath is a bench-top design that operates within a temperature range of room temperature +5 °C to 100 °C. It features an temperature calibration system and a short osc...
Thermo-Shaker Dry Bath LTDB-T2010
Thermo-Shaker Dry Bath a microprocessor controlled thermo-shaker dry bath offers RT+5°C to 100°C temperature range and 200 to 1800 rpm shaking speed range. It structures unique design,...
Standards
DIN 12876-1-Laboratory electrical equipment-Laboratory circulators and thermostats
ASTM E2488-09(2014)-Standard Guide for the Preparation and Evaluation of Liquid Baths Used for Temperature Calibration by Comparison
Complies with the above standards, but is not limited to them.
Features
1. Thermo shaker dry bath for simultaneous heating, cooling and shaking of samples.
2. Combined temperature control and orbital shaking for microtubes and microplates.
3. Suitable for molecular biology, clinical, chemical, pharmaceutical and research labs.
4. Includes dry bath, interchangeable blocks, shaker, controller and operation manual.
5. Supports incubation, mixing, enzyme reactions and sample preparation.
FAQ
Q1: What testing scenarios is this dry bath mainly applied to?
A: The thermo shaker dry bath is used in molecular biology, clinical diagnostics, chemical analysis, pharmaceutical research, biotechnology and research to provide simultaneous temperature control (heating and/or cooling) and orbital shaking of samples in microtubes, PCR strips and microplates for incubation, mixing, enzyme reactions and sample preparation. It supports molecular biology incubation and mixing (restriction digestion, ligation, reverse transcription), clinical sample incubation and mixing, enzyme reaction optimization, chemical reaction incubation, pharmaceutical sample preparation, protein digestion, and general laboratory incubation with mixing. The combined heating/cooling and shaking capability provides versatile sample processing in a compact instrument, eliminating the need for separate incubator and shaker.
Q2: What standards does the dry bath comply with?
A: The thermo shaker dry bath complies with relevant IEC 61010 laboratory electrical safety standards, IEC 61326 for electromagnetic compatibility, and applicable GB/T standards for laboratory equipment. The instrument follows applicable noise standards. Temperature accuracy should be verified with a calibrated reference for critical applications. Users should verify compliance with specific facility requirements.
Q3: What is the warranty period for the whole machine and key components?
A: The whole thermo shaker dry bath is covered by a 12-month warranty. The heating/cooling system, shaking mechanism, controller, blocks and housing are covered, while interchangeable blocks and fuses are accessories or consumables. Damage from improper use or unauthorized repair is excluded. Extended service contracts may be available.
Q4: Is this device difficult to operate? Is professional training required?
A: Operation is simple: select appropriate block, place samples, set temperature, speed and time, and start. No professional training is required for basic use, but users should follow proper block selection, sample loading and safety procedures. We provide an operation manual and remote guidance.
Q5: What is the typical lead-time for order delivery?
A: Standard models require 7-30 working days. In-stock units can ship within 3-7 working days. Custom configurations or large built-to-order systems may require additional time, and we confirm the exact schedule before order confirmation.
Q6: Is regular calibration required? What is the recommended calibration cycle?
A: Temperature calibration against a reference thermometer recommended every 6-12 months for critical applications. Speed calibration periodically. Block condition and fit checked. Routine cleaning of block and chamber. Full system performance check annually. Timer accuracy verified.
Q7: Are supporting consumables universal?
A: Interchangeable blocks and fuses are available from laboratory suppliers, though block type should match the instrument. Long-term consumable cost is very low.
Q8: Can I customize parameters or supporting accessories?
A: Customization includes temperature range (heating only, heating/cooling), speed range, block types (0.2 mL, 0.5 mL, 1.5 mL, 2 mL, PCR strips, microplates), timer, program memory and accessories. Additional blocks can be ordered separately. Custom orders extend delivery lead-time.
Q9: Does the purchase include on-site installation and commissioning service?
A: No complex installation is required. The package includes the thermo shaker dry bath, interchangeable blocks and instruction manual. On-site service is not included.
Q10: What types of samples are compatible with this equipment?
A: The thermo shaker dry bath incubates and shakes samples in microtubes (0.2, 0.5, 1.5, 2 mL), PCR strips and microplates within the block type, temperature range, speed range and specification. Different tube/plate types require specific interchangeable blocks. Samples should be properly capped to prevent evaporation and contamination. Users should select the appropriate block for the sample type, ensure proper tube seating in the block, set appropriate temperature, speed and time for the application, use capped tubes to prevent evaporation, avoid overfilling tubes, follow proper biosafety procedures, and for enzyme reactions, follow proper protocol conditions. The dry bath should be placed on a stable, level surface. The block should be allowed to reach set temperature before inserting samples. The block should be cleaned regularly, especially after sample spills. For cooling models, ensure proper ventilation and allow sufficient time to reach low temperatures. The shaking mechanism should be maintained per manufacturer schedule. The instrument should not be operated with a wet block or with liquid in the block wells (use only dry tubes). For microplate shaking, use the appropriate microplate block and ensure the plate is properly seated. The thermo shaker is not suitable for high-throughput or long-duration cell culture (use an incubator shaker instead).
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