Herolab refrigerated centrifuge HiCen GR
The Herolab refrigerated centrifuge HiCen GR is a high-performance floor-standing centrifuge that is characterized by its enormous capacity of up to 4 x 1,000 ml. For extensive sample processing in research laboratories, clinical facilities or industrial environments, it scores with its high speed and flexible parameter settings. Compared to similarly equipped platforms, such as the [Herolab Bench Centrifuge T6], its separate self-centering system allows for particularly reliable operation, and the robust brushless induction motor requires minimal maintenance.
Performance features and design
Thanks to its cooled operation from -20 °C to +40 °C and the integrated bypass technology, this centrifuge protects heat- or cold-sensitive applications in equal measure. Additional armor reinforcement in the stainless steel housing increases safety and durability. The precisely balanced design separates the motor centering from that of the rotor, ensuring smooth running. The following highlights offer particular added value:
- Large capacity: 4 x 1,000 ml for maximum throughput rates
- Speed range from 500 to 17,500 rpm in increments of 100
- G-value preselection in steps of 10 up to 33,554 x g
- Touchscreen display with 50 storable programs
- Low-maintenance, brushless induction drive
- Numerous safety mechanisms (e.g. unbalance switch-off)
- Motorized lid lock with emergency release
This centrifuge allows different rotor variants: In addition to angle rotors, swing-out rotors are also available, allowing flexible adaptation to various sample tubes or vessels. With up to 13 angle rotors and 4 swing-out rotors, it covers a wide range of laboratory applications. If required, a water cooling system can be integrated to keep the heat generated during continuous operation away from the room air.
Certifications and standards
The integrated safety measures such as overspeed protection and imbalance detection have been designed to ensure efficient compliance with global laboratory standards and industry-specific specifications. GLP-compliant data management functions are available for special regulatory requirements - for example in pharmaceutical production or medical examinations. The centrifuge therefore meets the highest demands in terms of quality and compliance.
Application examples
This powerful floor-standing centrifuge is used in a variety of areas. It is typically used for:
- Large-volume samples in biotechnology, for example when separating cells from culture media
- Clinical diagnostics, when several blood bags or larger blood samples need to be processed in parallel
- Research on viruses and microorganisms in microbiology to reliably concentrate cell pellets
- Various routine tasks in the chemical industry, such as clarifying suspensions or removing unwanted solids from reaction mixtures
Frequently asked questions (FAQs)
How long can the temperature be maintained when the centrifuge is not rotating?
The HiCen GR allows cooling at standstill so that samples can remain in the desired temperature range even when not in operation. Fine control of ±2 °C is possible in the calibrated state.
Is a special power supply required for operation?
The centrifuge is designed for various voltage ranges such as 220-240 V (50 Hz), 115 V (60 Hz) or 208-230 V (60 Hz). This means that laboratory environments around the world can rely on its highly efficient cooling and speed adjustment.
What additional functions can be supplied as an option?
Water cooling, inert gas purging, password-protected start and comprehensive GLP data management are available on request, allowing the device to be individually adapted to the requirements of highly specialized laboratories.
How time-consuming is maintenance?
Thanks to the brushless induction motor and the high manufacturing quality, very little maintenance is required. The separate self-centring mechanism also significantly reduces vibrations and wear, which minimizes operating costs.
Conclusion
This powerful centrifuge impresses with its large sample capacity, wide speed and temperature range and comprehensive safety features. Its flexibility in terms of rotors, intuitive operation via the touchscreen and the option of custom-fit expansion make it an ideal solution for demanding laboratories in research, diagnostics and industry. Users benefit from the high performance and minimal downtimes, particularly when handling large sample volumes - an efficient instrument that makes day-to-day work in the laboratory measurably easier.
