Density Gradient Vial Chillers

Density Gradient Vial Chillers

The Density Gradient Vial Chiller is an essential vial holder engineered for efficient measurement of density gradients prior to ultracentrifugation, all while maintaining samples at optimal cooling temperatures.

Key Features:

• Rapid and Accurate Measurement: Designed to facilitate quick and precise preparation of various density gradients, including sucrose, Percoll, and cesium chloride, ensuring reliable results before ultracentrifugation.
• Enhanced Safety: Features perforated openings at the back, allowing the safe removal of particles with a syringe, effectively reducing the risk of needle pricks and potential infections.
• Customizable Options: Offered with various graduated dimension plates to cater to diverse laboratory requirements.
• Durable Construction: Constructed from anodized aluminum or other corrosion-resistant metallic alloys for longevity and strength.
• Autoclavable Cooling Block: The cooling block can be autoclaved after removing the cooling pack and plexiglass plate, ensuring ease of sterilization.

Included Components:

• Anodized Aluminum Tube Stand: Known for its durability and corrosion resistance.
• Cooling Block: Maintains samples at a consistent 4°C during preparation.
• 6 x 13 mm Tube Stations: Allows for the simultaneous preparation of multiple samples.
• Graduated Removable Plexiglass Plate: Facilitates accurate measurement and easy gradient loading.

Advantages Over Traditional Ice Buckets:

Opting for the Density Gradient Vial Chiller addresses several limitations associated with conventional ice buckets:

• Contamination Risks: Minimizes the introduction of contaminants, safeguarding the integrity of lab samples.
• Reduced Safety Hazards: Eliminates slippery surfaces caused by spilled ice and water, enhancing workplace safety.
• Space-Efficient Design: Its compact form factor conserves valuable bench space, allowing for more efficient lab layouts.
• Cost-Effective Alternative: Decreases reliance on pricey ice machines, which are often sources of contamination and high maintenance costs.
• Decreased Handling Risks: Mitigates hazards associated with manual handling, especially when using syringes with vials held by hand.

Performance Benefits:

• Enhanced Accuracy: The interchangeable graduated plexiglass plate offers a precise method for measuring density gradients, boosting the accuracy of sample preparations.
• Improved Time Efficiency: Reduces typical ultracentrifuge tube loading times from 30-45 minutes to under 10 minutes, significantly enhancing laboratory productivity.
• Cost Efficiency: Offers an economical solution by eliminating the need for costly automatic fractionation equipment.
• Compact and Portable: Easy to relocate and fits seamlessly in various laboratory environments without sacrificing performance.

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