Heathrow Scientific Mini Vortex Mixer, 4500 RPM, Touch Start, 3 Colors

The Heathrow Scientific Mini Vortex Mixer is a compact, touch-start benchtop vortexer built for one-handed operation in tight spaces — fume hoods, biosafety cabinets, and crowded benches where every square inch counts. At just 4.3 in wide, it is among the smallest-footprint vortexers rated to 4,500 RPM with a 6 mm orbital diameter. Universal 100–240VAC power adapter with four interchangeable plugs ships in the box — ready for any lab worldwide. ABS (Acrylonitrile-Butadiene-Styrene) body with silicone mixing cap and elastomeric feet. 5-year warranty. Available in Grey/Purple (120567), Grey/Blue (120598), and Black (120827).

Features and Benefits

• 4,500 RPM maximum speed — 50% faster than the full-size Lab Vortex Mixer (3,000 RPM), delivering more aggressive vortex action for difficult resuspensions, viscous samples, and dense bead slurries in smaller tubes.

• 6 mm orbital diameter — wider orbital path than the full-size vortexer (3.7 mm), generating greater centrifugal force per revolution. Important for pellet resuspension and bead homogenization workflows.

• Touch-start operation with low activation force — press the tube against the silicone cap to activate immediately; release to stop. Low activation force prevents user fatigue during repetitive pipette-and-vortex cycles.

• Fits 2 mL through 50 mL tubes — silicone cap conforms to tube bottoms from microcentrifuge to conical tube format.

• 4.3 in wide, 3.0 in tall footprint — fits in a standard fume hood or biosafety cabinet sash opening without obstructing airflow or compromising containment.

• 53 dB noise level — quiet enough for open-bench use in shared labs and near sensitive analytical instruments.

• Universal power (100–240VAC, 50/60Hz) with four interchangeable plug adapters included (US, EU, UK, and universal) — no separate adapter purchase required for international labs.

• 2 replacement silicone caps included — replace when the cap surface degrades from heavy solvent exposure.

• CE, UKCA, CB Scheme, RoHS3, WEEE, SGS certified. 5-year limited manufacturer’s warranty.

Specifications

Mini vs. Full-Size: Which Vortexer Is Right for Your Lab?

Laboratory Applications

• Biosafety cabinet and fume hood use — at 4.3 in wide and 3 in tall, the Mini Vortexer fits within the working zone of class II BSCs without restricting sash height or disrupting laminar airflow.

• Routine microcentrifuge tube vortexing — touch-start single-handed operation is ideal for pipette-and-vortex workflows where the other hand is holding a tube or operating a pipette.

• Difficult resuspensions at high speed — 4,500 RPM and 6 mm orbital are suited for vortexing viscous reagents, cell pellets, and paramagnetic bead slurries that require aggressive mixing to fully resuspend.

• International and field labs — the included universal 100–240V adapter with four plug formats eliminates the need for local power adapters when deploying or traveling with equipment.

• Teaching and student labs — low activation force, simple touch-start operation, and rugged ABS/silicone construction handle heavy daily use by multiple operators.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between the three color options?
Grey/Purple (120567), Grey/Blue (120598), and Black (120827) are identical in all specifications — 4,500 RPM, 6 mm orbit, 5.1 × 4.3 × 3.0 in, 2-year warranty. Color is purely for bench organization or lab preference.

Does the power adapter work outside the US?
Yes. The included power adapter accepts 100–240VAC, 50/60 Hz and ships with four interchangeable plugs (US, EU, UK, and universal flat). No separate adapter is needed for European, UK, or Australian labs.

What tubes does the Mini Vortexer work with?
The silicone cap accommodates tubes from 2 mL through 50 mL. This covers standard microcentrifuge tubes (1.5/2 mL), 5 mL tubes, 15 mL conicals, and 50 mL conicals. For 0.2 mL PCR strips or assay plates, see the full-size Lab Vortex Mixer (120209).

How does this compare to the full-size Lab Vortex Mixer?
The Mini Vortexer runs faster (4,500 vs. 3,000 RPM) and has a wider orbital (6 vs. 3.7 mm) — better for aggressive single-tube mixing. The full-size Vortex Mixer handles seven tube formats including PCR strips and microplates simultaneously, making it better for high-throughput mixed-format workflows. See the comparison table above.

When should I replace the silicone cap?
Replace when the cap surface shows visible cracking, softening, or loss of grip on tube bottoms. Two replacement caps are included with every unit. Replacement silicone covers (catalog 120617) are available separately.

What is the warranty?
5-year limited warranty from Heathrow Scientific, covering defects in workmanship and materials under normal use and service.

Academic and Institutional Pricing

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