MiniBeadbeater-1

The Mini-Beadbeater-1™ violently agitates a sealed microcentrifuge vial containing cells or tissue, extraction solution and hundreds of minute glass beads. Even resistant yeast or fibrous tissues are completely homogenized in 3 to 5 minutes in 0.1 to 1.0 ml of homogenization medium. The non-foaming, non-aerosol method preserves enzymes, nucleic acids and organelles. Ideal for PAGE, polymerase applications and diagnosis using antibody or oligonucleotide probes. Recover high yields of intact DNA or RNA by simultaneous disruption and extraction in phenol, Guanidinium-SCN solutions or commercial kit reagents . Sterile techniques are easily accommodated to recover intracellular virus and bacteria from plant and animal cells.  Because the beads and vials are disposable, there is Absolutely Zero cross-contamination between samples - essential for PCR techniques.

( for larger machines holding more than one vial at a time, see MiniBeadbeater-8, MiniBeadbeater-16 and MiniBeadbeater-96 )

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Features

- Rapid and highly efficient.

- Totally Sealed - no dangerous aerosols.

- Simple to use.

- Disposable vials and beads - no sample cross-contamination.

- Very high energy shaking - superior to lab vortexers

- Versatile - use for up to 400 mg (wet weight) of bacteria, yeast, algae, tissue culture cells and plant and animal tissue.

Specifications

- Motor: 115 Volt A/C, 60 Hz, 0.6 amp, 3 wire grounded plug. (European 220 Volt version available)

- Dimensions: 5 inches W, 10 inches D, 7 inches H, shipping wt. 10 lbs

- Digital: Touch pad controls speed and length of homogenization.

- Oscillations/minute: 2500, 4200, 4600, and 4800.

- Time Setting: 0-5 minutes in 10 second increments.

- Standard 2.0 ml microvials with screw-caps containing o-rings.

- Cell or tissue capacity up to 400 mg (wet weight)

Ordering Information

Note: The MBB-1 uses beads and commonly available 2 ml screw-cap vials.  Please order  separately.  Go to the links beads and microvials for prices and guidance in selecting the correct size and type of beads and vials.  Click here for Protocols for this machine.

Cat. No. 3110BX, MiniBeadBeater-1, 115 Volt A/C 60 Hz version, $765.

Cat. No. 3110BXEUR, As #3110BX except operates on European 230 VAC, $787.  [Note for European buyers!  The MBB-1 is not CE certified at this time (Jul 2007).  Certification is in progress.]