Sigma 6-16HS

Sigma 6-16HS
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Sigma 6-16HS

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Overview: The Sigma 6-16 series centrifuges are versatile laboratory devices used in biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, medical, and environmental analysis. Manufactured in Germany, they are known for high performance and reliability, with over 40 years of trust.
Specifications: The series includes various models: unrefrigerated, heatable, refrigerated, and refrigerated/heatable. They offer high RCF values up to 25,419 x g and can accommodate large-volume rotors. The Sigma 6-16S is a universal benchtop centrifuge with a speed range up to 13,500 rpm and a maximum capacity of 4 x 1,000 ml. The Sigma 6-16HS adds heating capabilities, while the Sigma 6-16KS includes high-performance cooling. The Sigma 6-16KHS combines both heating and cooling features.
Features: Equipped with the Spincontrol S controller, these centrifuges offer intuitive operation with a large TFT display, 60 programmable settings, and automatic rotor identification. Safety features include a motorized lid lock, imbalance monitoring, and rotor life monitoring. They comply with international standards such as EN 61010-2-020.
Rotors and Accessories: The series offers a wide selection of rotors and accessories, including 12 fixed-angle and 6 swing-out rotors. These can accommodate tubes from 0.2 ml to 1,000 ml, as well as blood bags and microtiter plates. Notable rotors include the 6 x 500 ml fixed-angle rotor with an RCF of 17,207 x g and the 6 x 250 ml rotor with an RCF over 20,300 x g. Custom accessories are available upon request.
Applications: Suitable for microbiology, molecular biology, pharmacology, genetics, bioproduction, cell culture, clinical diagnostics, and transfusion facilities. The Sigma 6-16HS is optimized for measuring water content in crude petroleum according to ASTM standards.
Tube Specifications: The document details specifications for centrifuge tubes, adapters, and rotors, including tube dimensions, materials (glass, PP, PE, PC), maximum capacities, speeds, and RCF values.
Procedures and Recommendations: Recommendations include maintaining specific temperatures (<4°C) at maximum speeds for optimal performance and safety. Hermetic sealing options are available to ensure biosafety and prevent contamination.
Norms and Standards: Some configurations meet ASTM standards for petroleum tubes, ensuring compliance with industry norms.
Additional Features: An optional cleanroom coating is available for all aluminium buckets and rotors, providing corrosion protection and compliance with FDA food-grade standards.
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Sigma 6-16HS-1

turns more than heads Sigma 6-16S Sigma 6-16HS Sigma 6-16KS Sigma 6-16KHS Benchtop centrifuge • Unrefrigerated • Heatable • Refrigerated • Refrigerated/ heatable

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Sigma 6-16HS-3

High performance and versatility Sigma is a leading international manufacturer of laboratory centrifuges for diverse sectors, including biotechnology, pharmaceutical, medical and environment analysis. Laboratories, institutions and companies everywhere in the world have been relying on premium Sigma quality – Made in Germany – for more than 40 years. The company stands for innovative products and development of durable, energyefficient and especially user-friendly devices. Designed for universal deployment, the Sigma 6-16 series of centrifuges is suitable for a wide variety of routine and research...

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Sigma 6-16HS-4

Multitalent for the most demanding expectations Intuitive, powerful and safe The Sigma 6-16 series of centrifuges is designed for research tasks as well as routine procedures in laboratory operations. They are frequently used in microbiology, molecular biology, pharmacology, genetics, bioproduction, cell culture, clinical diagnostics, and transfusion facilities. Along with impressive performance specifications, this series of devices features intuitive operation and well-considered features. The patented one-knob Spincontrol S controller provides superior operating convenience, safety and versatility....

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Sigma 6-16HS-6

Rotors and accessories Large selection and a multitude of applications The compact Sigma 6-16 series devices are available with numerous swing-out and fixed-angle rotors, various buckets and adapters. A total of 12 fixed-angle and 6 swing-out rotors are available. The extensive accessories accept tubes from 0.2 ml to 1,000 ml as well as blood bags, petroleum tubes, microtiter plates and deep-well plates. The swing-out rotors can hold up to 4 litre (4 x 1,000 ml) or (for example) up to 96 conical 15 ml tubes or 40 conical 50 ml tubes. In many cases the configurations achieve best-in-class RCF...

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Sigma 6-16HS-7

Fixed-angle rotors starting on page 38 p. 38 Fixed-angle rotor 12449 n n n n n Max. capacity: 48 x 2 ml Max. speed (6-16S / 6-16KS): 13,500 / 15,000 rpm Max. RCF (6-16S / 6-16KS): 20,376 / 25,155 x g Biosafe with aluminium lid 17612 Angle (outer / inner row): 25° / 53° Max. capacity: 100 x 2 ml Max. speed (6-16S / 6-16KS): 9,000 / 9,600 rpm Max. RCF (6-16S / 6-16KS): 14,761 / 16,795 x g Angle (both rows): 45° Max. capacity: 24 x 5 ml conical Max. speed (6-16S / 6-16KS): 13,000 / 14,000 rpm Max. RCF (6-16S / 6-16KS): 21,917 / 25,419 x g Biosafe with aluminium lid 17614 Angle: 40° Max. capacity:...

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Sigma 6-16HS-9

Swing-out rotor 11650 / 11660 Round bucket 13650 (1 set = 2 pcs.) n n n n Max. capacity: 4 x 1,000 ml Max. speed (6-16S / 6-16KS): 4,200 / 4,700 rpm Max. RCF (6-16S / 6-16KS): 4,181 / 5,236 x g Max. tube length, mid-bucket, without / with cap: 174 / 165 mm Biosafe with cap 17170 Tmin at maximum speed: <4°C* Angle: 90° Rated capacity (filling volume) [ml] Diameter x length [mm] Tube material Item no. Adapter for round bucket 13650 Bore diameter x length [mm] Tubes per adapter / rotor Centrifuging radius [mm] Item no. Rated capacity (filling volume) [ml] Diameter x length [mm] Tube material Adapter...

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Sigma 6-16HS-10

Swing-out rotor 11650 / 11660 Round bucket 13650 (1 set = 2 pcs.) n n n n Max. capacity: 4 x 1,000 ml Max. speed (6-16S / 6-16KS): 4,200 / 4,700 rpm Max. RCF (6-16S / 6-16KS): 4,181 / 5,236 x g Max. tube length, mid-bucket, without / with cap: 174 / 165 mm Biosafe with cap 17170 Tmin at maximum speed: <4°C* Angle: 90° Rated capacity (filling volume) [ml] Diameter x length [mm] Tube material Stainless steel Adapter for round bucket 13650 Bore diameter x length [mm] Tubes per adapter / rotor Centrifuging radius [mm] Item no. Rated capacity (filling volume) [ml] Diameter x length [mm] Tube material...

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Sigma 6-16HS-11

Swing-out rotor 11650 / 11660 Round bucket 13650 (1 set = 2 pcs.) n n n n Max. capacity: 4 x 1,000 ml Max. speed (6-16S / 6-16KS): 4,200 / 4,700 rpm Max. RCF (6-16S / 6-16KS): 4,181 / 5,236 x g Max. tube length, mid-bucket, without / with cap: 174 / 165 mm Biosafe with cap 17170 Tmin at maximum speed: <4°C* Angle: 90° Rated capacity (filling volume) [ml] Diameter x length [mm] Tube material Adapter for round bucket 13650 Bore diameter x length [mm] Tubes per adapter / rotor Centrifuging radius [mm] Item no. Rated capacity (filling volume) [ml] Diameter x length [mm] Tube material Stainless steel...

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Sigma 6-16HS-12

Swing-out rotor 11650 / 11660 Round bucket 13650 (1 set = 2 pcs.) n n n n Max. capacity: 4 x 1,000 ml Max. speed (6-16S / 6-16KS): 4,200 / 4,700 rpm Max. RCF (6-16S / 6-16KS): 4,181 / 5,236 x g Max. tube length, mid-bucket, without / with cap: 174 / 165 mm Biosafe with cap 17170 Tmin at maximum speed: <4°C* Angle: 90° Rated capacity (filling volume) [ml] Diameter x length [mm] Tube material Item no. Stainless steel Adapter for round bucket 13650 Bore diameter x length [mm] Tubes per adapter / rotor Centrifuging radius [mm] Rated capacity (filling volume) [ml] Diameter x length with closure [mm]...

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Sigma 6-16HS-13

Swing-out rotor 11650 / 11660 Bucket 13635 (1 set = 2 pcs.) n n n n n n Max. capacity: 40 x 50 ml Max. speed (6-16S / 6-16KS): 4,200 / 4,700 rpm Max. RCF (6-16S / 6-16KS): 3,846 / 4,816 x g Max. tube length mid-bucket: 155 mm Max. speed for 4°C: 4.600 min-1* Angle: 90° Rated capacity (filling volume) [ml] Diameter x length [mm] Tube material Bore diameter x length [mm] Tubes per adapter / rotor Item no. Adapter for bucket 13635 Rated capacity (filling volume) [ml] Diameter x length with closure [mm] Blood and urine tubes Tube material Adapter for bucket 13635 Bore diameter x length [mm] Tubes...

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Sigma 6-16HS-14

Swing-out rotor 11650 / 11660 Bucket 13625 (1 set = 2 pcs.) with plastic insert 13627 n n n n n Max. capacity: 4 x 600 ml blood bag systems Max. speed (6-16S / 6-16KS): 4,200 / 4,700 rpm Max. RCF (6-16S / 6-16KS): 4,142 / 5,186 x g Max. speed for 4°C: 4.600 min-1* Angle: 90° Item no. Adapter for bucket 13625 Blood bag systems per rotor Nominal capacity [ml] Centrifuging radius [mm] Item no.

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