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Chapter 2: VSpin Overview
VSpin User Guide
Performance
Specifications
Labware
Compatibility
Property
Spindle speed
Labware dimensions
Maximum centrifugal force on
plate
Maximum imbalance
Maximum mass of each plate
Acceleration
Deceleration
The Centrifuge is designed for labware that comply with the standards
ANSI/SLAS 1-2004 (R2012) through ANSI/SLAS 4-2004 (R2012).
The overall labware dimensions, including lid, must be within the
following values. Carefully evaluate any labware before use. If you have
questions, contact your Agilent Technologies representative for
evaluation.
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Width: 12.8 cm (5.03 in)
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Depth and height:
8.6 cm (3.38 in) up to 4.0 cm (1.57 in)
7.8 cm (3.07 in) up to 4.8 cm (1.89 in)
Labware dimensions
Width
!! IMPORTANT !! The labware depth and height must fit in the
profile defined in the following figure.
Value
0–3000 RPM
See Labware Compatibility.
1000 xg
10 grams
If you require a higher balance
tolerance, contact Technical Support.
250 grams
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0–2000 RPM in 5.0 seconds
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0–3000 RPM in 7.5 seconds
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2000–0 RPM in 5.0 seconds
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3000–0 RPM in 7.5 seconds
Height
Depth