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PV-1 Vortex Mixer

PV-1 Vortex Mixer

PV-1 Vortex Mixer

Product catalog summary
Overview: This document provides detailed specifications and features of the V-32 multi vortex mixer and the PV-1 personal vortex mixer, both designed by Grant Instruments for laboratory use. These mixers are used for re-suspension of cell or chemical pellets and mixing various tube sizes.
V-32 Multi Vortex Mixer:
  • Designed for vigorous re-suspension of cell or chemical pellets in tubes up to 1.5 ml, with the capability to mix individual tubes up to 15 ml.
  • Features include easy operation with 'continuous' or 'touch' modes and adjustable speed control from 500 to 3000 rpm.
  • Comes with a 32-socket universal platform (PV-32) and a single tube platform (PL-1) as standard, with an optional 6 x 10 ml platform available.
  • Rubber suction pads prevent movement and absorb vibration.
  • Compact design with a powerful motor for consistent performance and quiet operation.
  • Applications include DNA operations, de-airing adhesives, mixing particle suspensions, and solubilizing powders.
PV-1 Personal Vortex Mixer:
  • Extremely compact with a low profile, suitable for gentle mixing to vigorous re-suspension in tubes up to 50 ml.
  • Operates in 'continuous' or 'touch' mode with speed adjustment from 750 to 3000 rpm.
  • Features a pressure-sensitive cup and rubber suction pads for stability.
  • Applications include mixing cells and biological or chemical liquid components.
Specifications:
  • PV-1: Speed range of 750 to 3000 rpm, 4 mm orbit, accommodates tubes up to 28.5 mm diameter.
  • V-32: Speed range of 500 to 3000 rpm, 2 mm orbit, accommodates multiple tube sizes with a maximum diameter of 16 mm.
  • Both models operate at an input voltage of 12 V dc and an input current of 0.32 A, suitable for ambient temperatures from +4 to 40°C.
Accessories:
  • PV6-10: Universal 6-socket platform for 10 ml tubes.
  • PV-32 replacement platform for various tube sizes.
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Catalog excerpts

PV-1 Vortex Mixer-1

Shakers, mixers and stirrers Shakers, mixers and stirrers » V-32 multi vortex mixer V-32 multi vortex mixer Versatile multi vortex mixer for vigorous re-suspension of cell or chemical pellets in tubes up to 1.5 ml, with the facility to mix individual tubes up to 15 ml. Ⅲ Adjustable speed control: 500 to 3000 rpm Ⅲ ‘Continuous’ or ‘quick’ operation Ⅲ Handles up to 32 tubes in three different sizes/combinations or a larger tube with the single platform head The 32-socket universal platform PV-32 and single tube platform PL-1 included as standard PV-32 for three tubes sizes (16 x 1.5 ml, 8 x 0.5 ml, 8 x 0.2 ml) Orbit Compact rugged design plus powerful motor delivering consistent performance and quiet operation – fits neatly and unobtrusively into the workspace Easy operation – select ‘continuous’ or ‘touch’ operation and dial to control speed from 500 rpm to 3000 rpm PL-1 for mixing individual tubes up to 15 ml provides maximum flexibility Optional 6 x 10 ml platform available Low voltage cord easily fits through door gaskets, allowing use in incubators, refrigerators and workstations Rubber suction pads hold tight to the work surface and prevent the unit from ‘walking’ – they also absorb vibration and prevent its transmission to the workbench Ⅲ Life-sciences - performing various DNA operations — deproteinisation of DNA/protein complexes, mixing of immunostained human cells, purification of low-molecular DNA/RNA fragments in PCR-diagnostic Ⅲ Industrial - de-airing adhesive Ⅲ General - mixing and dispersion of particle suspensions Ⅲ Biopharm - solubilising powders 10.7 © Grant Instruments (Cambridge) Ltd

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PV-1 Vortex Mixer-2

PV-1 personal vortex mixer Extremely compact personal vortex mixer with a low profile and small footprint for gentle mixing through to vigorous re-suspension of cell or chemical pellets in up to 50 ml tubes. Shakers, mixers and stirrers Shakers, mixers and stirrers » PV-1 vortex mixer Ⅲ Adjustable speed control: 750 to 3000 rpm Ⅲ ‘Continuous’ or ‘touch’ operation Ⅲ For tubes up to 28.5 mm diameter, 50ml 4 mm Orbit Pressure sensitive cup accommodates tubes up to 50 ml In ‘touch’ mode, agitation starts in response to pressure on the pressure sensitive cup Reliable and extremely quiet motor produces...

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PV-1 Vortex Mixer-3

Shakers, mixers and stirrers Shakers, mixers and stirrers » PV-1 and V-32 vortex mixers » Specifications and accessories Vortex mixers – models and specifications ● Personal vortex mixer Multi vortex mixer Acceleration time to maximum speed Maximum tube diameter Capacity Input voltage Input current Ambient temperature range Accessories PV6-10 Universal 6-socket platform for 10 ml tubes (maximum tube diameter 15 mm) * The PV-1 takes conical tubes up to 50 ml © Grant Instruments (Cambridge) Ltd

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