The Heathrow Scientific True North™ 12‑Place Mini Benchtop Cooler is a compact solution for keeping 0.5–2.0 mL tubes cold during bench work such as PCR prep, enzyme handling, and time‑staggered sample processing.
This 12‑well model is specified for -20°C use with a clear lid and a verified retention of -15°C for 1 hour. If you need the green 0°C 12‑well version, search SKU 120070.
Features and Benefits
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Protect temperature-sensitive samples at the bench or in the freezer.
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Polycarbonate construction with rubber non-slip feet for stable bench placement.
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Gridded and keyed one-position lid supports quick sample identification.
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0.5 mL tube adapters are supplied as standard with the 0.5–2.0 mL tube size versions.
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Temperature-retention graph included.
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2-year manufacturer warranty.
Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 120073 |
| Brand / Manufacturer | Heathrow Scientific |
| Product Line | True North™ Mini Cooler |
| Tube Compatibility | 0.5 to 2.0 mL tubes |
| Capacity | 12 wells (3 × 4 array) |
| Color | Blue |
| Lid | Clear |
| Material | Polycarbonate |
| Low Temperature Capacity | -20°C |
| Temperature Retention | -15°C for 1 hour |
| Dimensions (L × W × H) | 5.7 × 4.1 × 3.9 in (14.5 × 10.5 × 10 cm) |
| Quantity | 1 each |
| Included | Temperature-retention graph; 0.5 mL tube adapters (for 0.5–2.0 mL versions) |
| Warranty | 2-year warranty |
Laboratory Applications
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PCR and qPCR reagent setup when you only need a small footprint on the bench.
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Cold staging for small batches of samples where ice baths are impractical.
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Short transfers and aliquoting where maintaining cold contact reduces variability.
Frequently Asked Questions
What tube sizes does the 12-place cooler fit?
This model is specified for 0.5 to 2.0 mL tubes.
How long will it stay cold on the bench?
The manufacturer specifies a temperature retention of -15°C for 1 hour for this -20°C model.
Does it include adapters for 0.5 mL tubes?
Yes. 0.5 mL tube adapters are supplied as standard with the 0.5–2.0 mL tube size versions.
Is there a warranty?
Yes. The manufacturer specifies a 2-year warranty.
Quality Assurance
Manufacturer documentation lists polycarbonate construction, an included temperature-retention graph, and a 2-year warranty for True North™ mini coolers.
Academic and Institutional Pricing
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