Mini Centrifuge, 8-Place 7000 rpm Fixed Speed, 1.5/2.0 mL Rotor — 1/Each
The Globe Scientific 8-Place Mini Centrifuge delivers a compact, fixed-speed 7000 rpm spin for routine microtube work, making it ideal for quick spin-downs, microfiltration, and bead-based nucleic acid prep. Its small footprint suits crowded bench space, while the included 8-place rotor accommodates standard 1.5 mL and 2.0 mL tubes for everyday molecular biology and clinical sample handling.
Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Mini Centrifuge, Fixed Speed |
| Volume/Size | Accepts 1.5 mL and 2.0 mL microtubes (8-place rotor) |
| Material | Molded housing with color-coded lid; metal rotor |
| Closure/Cap | Hinged lid, available in red, green, or blue |
| Speed | 7000 rpm, fixed |
| Power | 120v/60Hz (US) or 240v/50Hz (EU/UK) |
| Sterility | Non-sterile |
| Pack Size | 1/Each |
Available Options
| Red — 240v UK Plug | GCM-R-UK | $332.70 |
| Red — 240v EU Plug | GCM-R-EU | $332.70 |
| Red — 120v US Plug | GCM-R | $332.70 |
| Green — 240v UK Plug | GCM-G-UK | $332.70 |
| Green — 240v EU Plug | GCM-G-EU | $332.70 |
| Green — 120v US Plug | GCM-G | $332.70 |
| Blue — 240v UK Plug | GCM-B-UK | $332.70 |
| Blue — 240v EU Plug | GCM-B-EU | $332.70 |
| Blue — 120v US Plug | GCM-B | $332.70 |
Applications
- Quick spin-downs to collect droplets and condensate before PCR setup
- Pelleting beads in magnetic and silica nucleic acid extraction kits
- Sedimenting precipitated DNA, RNA, or protein after ethanol washes
- Clearing microtube samples prior to pipetting supernatant
- Spin-column processing for plasmid miniprep workflows
- Routine microtube handling at crowded clinical and research benches
Chemical Resistance
| Aqueous buffers | Excellent |
| Dilute acids | Good |
| Dilute bases | Good |
| Alcohols | Good (wipe spills promptly) |
| Acetonitrile | Limited — avoid prolonged exposure |
| Aromatic solvents | Poor — not recommended |
| Chlorinated solvents | Poor — not recommended |
Ratings refer to incidental contact with housing and rotor surfaces; clean spills immediately and consult Globe Scientific guidance for specific reagents.
Quality & Procurement
labsupplies.com is an authorized Globe Scientific dealer shipping from US inventory. Each unit carries lot numbers that support traceability for CAP-, CLIA-, and ISO 15189-accredited laboratories. Institutional and grant-funded tiered pricing is available — contact our procurement team for quantity quotes and standing-order setup.
Frequently Asked Questions
What tube sizes does the included rotor accept?
The supplied 8-place rotor holds standard 1.5 mL and 2.0 mL microtubes. PCR strips and 0.2 mL tubes require an adapter not included with this configuration.
Is the speed adjustable?
No. This model runs at a fixed 7000 rpm, optimized for fast, repeatable spin-downs rather than variable protocol-specific spins.
Which voltage and plug option should I order?
Select GCM-R, GCM-G, or GCM-B for 120v/60Hz US power. Choose the -EU or -UK suffix SKUs for 240v/50Hz operation with the corresponding regional plug.
Does lid color affect performance?
No. Red, green, and blue lids are functionally identical and provided for instrument identification or color-coding across benches and workflows.