Clinical labs, veterinary offices, hospital blood banks, and diagnostic centers share a common centrifuge requirement: reliable, programmable performance with built-in safety features — and a price point that doesn't require a capital equipment budget. The Heathrow Scientific Clinical Centrifuge delivers 500–6,000 rpm adjustable speed, IVDR Class A designation, and programmable memory for up to 8 protocols, in a compact benchtop footprint engineered for daily clinical workloads. This is not a research centrifuge repurposed for clinical use — it was designed specifically for clinical chemistry, blood collection prep, immunology, and pathology from the ground up.
The digitally controlled brushless motor requires zero motor maintenance and provides precise, repeatable speed control across every run. Rapid acceleration and gentle electronic braking (deceleration time under 60 seconds) protect sensitive clinical samples from damage during the stop phase.
Features and Benefits
IVDR Class A Designation: Certified under EU In Vitro Diagnostic Regulation 2017/746 (Class A, Rule 5a) — meeting the regulatory requirements for use in clinical in-vitro diagnostic workflows across EU member states and aligned markets.
8-Program Memory: Store up to 8 centrifugation protocols with speed (RPM or RCF) and time settings — eliminating manual re-entry for recurring protocols and reducing the risk of operator error in multi-protocol clinical environments.
500–6,000 rpm Adjustable Speed (RPM or RCF): Set centrifugation speed in RPM for reproducibility or RCF for sample-specific g-force requirements — both are displayed on the backlit digital panel for at-a-glance verification.
Gentle Electronic Braking (<60 sec deceleration): Controlled deceleration under 60 seconds protects sample integrity — critical for serum/plasma separation, blood banking, and immunology assays where pellet disturbance during braking compromises results.
Clear Lid with Viewing Porthole: Monitor rotor movement through the transparent lid without opening the centrifuge. Enables non-contact speed verification via tachometer and provides visual safety confirmation during operation.
Manual Lid Override for Power Failure: Access samples even during power outages — the manual lid unlock prevents sample loss in the event of unexpected power interruption, a critical feature for clinical environments where sample integrity cannot be compromised.
Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 120775 (Blue/Grey), 120776 (Purple/Grey) |
| Brand | Heathrow Scientific |
| Material | ABS / Polycarbonate |
| Capacity | 8-Place rotor |
| Speed Range | 500–6,000 rpm (RPM or RCF selectable) |
| Max RCF | 4,668 x g (with typical 15 mL tube) |
| Max Liquid Volume | 120 mL (15 mL tube rotor, 8 positions) |
| Program Memory | Up to 8 programs |
| Run Time Range | 30 seconds – 60 minutes or continuous |
| Dimensions (L × W × H) | 14 × 11.5 × 5.8 in (36.6 × 29.3 × 14.8 cm) |
| Weight | 15.28–16 lb |
| Electrical Input | 100–240VAC, 50/60Hz, 2.5A |
| Electrical Output | 12VDC, 12.5A, 150W |
| Operating Temperature | 2°C to 40°C |
| Certifications | CE, UKCA, IVDR (Class A, Rule 5a) |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Warranty | 5 Years |
Laboratory Applications
Serum & Plasma Separation: Program blood collection prep protocols — spin at defined RCF and time settings to achieve clean serum/plasma separation reproducibly across every run, every shift.
Clinical Microbiology & Immunology: Pellet bacteria, cells, and immune complexes for culture, identification, and assay preparation in clinical microbiology and immunology workflows.
Veterinary & Point-of-Care Clinics: The compact benchtop footprint and portable design make this unit practical for veterinary offices, urgent care centers, and satellite clinical labs where space is constrained and flexibility is required.
Blood Banking & Pathology: Meets the centrifugation requirements for blood banking preparation and pathology sample processing, with programmable protocols that reduce variability across technicians and shifts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does IVDR Class A designation mean for the Clinical Centrifuge?
IVDR (EU 2017/746) Class A, Rule 5a certification means this centrifuge meets the European Union's regulatory requirements for in-vitro diagnostic instruments. This designation is relevant for labs subject to EU IVD compliance requirements and provides documentation for quality management audits.
What is the difference between 120775 (Blue/Grey) and 120776 (Purple/Grey)?
Both are functionally identical — same speed range, same IVDR certification, same 8-program memory, and same 5-year warranty. The only difference is the accent color of the unit housing. Color choice is purely aesthetic.
Can the Clinical Centrifuge run continuously without a time limit?
Yes. In addition to the 30-second to 60-minute timer settings, the unit supports a continuous run mode for applications that require extended centrifugation without automatic shut-off.
What tube sizes does the Clinical Centrifuge accommodate?
The standard rotor is an 8-place configuration designed for 15 mL conical tubes. Tube adapters for the Clinical Centrifuge (SKU 120783) are available separately to accommodate additional tube formats.
Quality Assurance
The Heathrow Scientific Clinical Centrifuge is CE, UKCA, and IVDR certified, meeting regulatory standards for clinical in-vitro diagnostic use. Manufactured under rigorous quality controls with a 5-year warranty and a digitally controlled brushless motor requiring no scheduled motor maintenance.
Academic and Institutional Pricing
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