MX-F Fixed Speed Vortex Mixer
The MX-F fixed speed vortex mixer delivers powerful orbital agitation at 3000 rpm for rapid sample homogenization and cell resuspension. Engineered with a robust shaded pole motor and heavy iron base for dependable laboratory performance.
Fixed 3000 rpm Speed | Touch & Continuous Modes | 4 mm Orbital Diameter | Heavy-Duty Cast Base
Key Features
- Rapid 3000 rpm Vortexing: Constant high-speed orbital motion generates strong vortex flow for instantaneous mixing.
- Dual Operating Modes: Choose between touch-activated mixing and continuous shaking for hands-free operation.
- Standard VT1.1 Top Cup: Supplied with standard rubber cup (Cat. No. 18900034) for test tubes and small vessels up to Ø 30 mm.
- Durable Shaded Pole Motor: Reliable motor design with 58W input power provides dependable torque and minimal heat build-up.
- Extensive Adapter System: Compatible with tube racks, microplate pads, and adapters for 0.2 mL to 50 mL tubes.
Applications
Vortex mixers are ideal for mixing liquid components in tubes, resuspension of cells, and molecular diagnostics. Widely used in clinical labs performing virus diagnostic tests and in biological & chemical analysis applications. Perfect for mixing high-viscosity materials, waxes, slurries, battery slurries, paints, and pharmaceuticals.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | MX-F (Fixed Speed) |
|---|---|
| Operating Modes | Touch operation / Continuous |
| Mixing Motion | Orbital |
| Orbital Diameter | 4 mm |
| Speed Range | 3000 rpm (Fixed) |
| Motor Type | Shaded pole motor |
| Motor Rating Input | 58 W |
| Motor Rating Output | 10 W |
| Voltage, Frequency | 100-120V / 200-240V, 50/60 Hz |
| Power | 60 W |
| Dimensions (W × H × D) | 127 × 130 × 160 mm |
| Weight | 2.0 kg |
| Permissible Ambient Temperature | 5 – 40 °C |
| Permissible Relative Humidity | 80% RH |
| Protection Class | IP20 |
Standard & Optional Accessories
| Cat. No. | Model | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 18900034 | VT1.1 | Standard top cup (Default) for <Ø 30 mm tubes and small vessels |
| 18900044 | VT1.2 | Tube holding rod (used with tube adapters) |
| 18900505 | VT1.3 | Universal top plate Ø 100 mm |
| 18900020 | VT1.3.1 | Tube adapter for 48 holes test tubes, Ø 6 mm (1 mL) |
| 18900021 | VT1.3.2 | Tube adapter for 15 holes test tubes, Ø 10 mm (1.5 – 2 mL) |
| 18900022 | VT1.3.3 | Tube adapter for 12 holes test tubes, Ø 12 mm |
| 18900023 | VT1.3.4 | Tube adapter for 8 holes test tubes, Ø 16 mm |
| 18900024 | VT1.3.5 | Tube adapter for 8 holes test tubes, Ø 20 mm |
| 18900043 | VT1.3.6 | Platform pad Ø 99 mm for multiple small tubes and vessels |
| 18900395 | VT1.3.8 | Tube adapter for 24 holes test tubes, Ø 10 mm |
| 18204185 | VT1.3.9 | PCR tube adapter for 56 test PCR tubes / 8-tube strips, Ø 5 mm (0.1 – 0.5 mL) |
| 18900855 | VT1.3.10 | Tube adapter for 4 holes, Ø 28 mm (50 mL) |
| 18900862 | VT1.3.11 | Combo tube adapter (12×Ø9.8mm + 12×Ø6.6mm + 12×Ø5mm for 1.5/2.0/0.5/0.2 mL) |
| 18900875 | VT1.3.12 | Large Platform Multi-Specimen Test Tube Adapter (44×Ø5mm + 55×Ø6.6mm + 30×Ø9.8mm) |
Note: Standard unit includes the VT1.1 top cup. All other adapters require the VT1.3 universal top plate.
