Chapter 2: VSpin Overview
VSpin User Guide
8
Performance
Specifications
Labware
Compatibility
The Centrifuge is designed for labware that comply with the standards
ANSI/SLAS 1-2004 (R2012) through ANSI/SLAS 4-2004 (R2012).
The overall labware dimensions, including lid, must be within the
following values. Carefully evaluate any labware before use. If you have
questions, contact your Agilent Technologies representative for
evaluation.
❑ Width: 12.8 cm (5.03 in)
❑ Depth and height:
8.6 cm (3.38 in) up to 4.0 cm (1.57 in)
7.8 cm (3.07 in) up to 4.8 cm (1.89 in)
!! IMPORTANT !! The labware depth and height must fit in the
profile defined in the following figure.
Property Value
Spindle speed 0–3000 RPM
Labware dimensions
See Labware Compatibility.
Maximum centrifugal force on
plate
1000 xg
Maximum imbalance 10 grams
If you require a higher balance
tolerance, contact Technical Support.
Maximum mass of each plate 250 grams
Acceleration
❑ 0–2000 RPM in 5.0 seconds
❑ 0–3000 RPM in 7.5 seconds
Deceleration
❑ 2000–0 RPM in 5.0 seconds
❑ 3000–0 RPM in 7.5 seconds
Height
Depth
Width
Labware dimensions