Thermo Scientific Fiberlite™ F21-48x2 Fixed-Angle Rotor, with Aerosol-Tight Lid

The Thermo Scientific Fiberlite™ F21-48x2 Fixed-Angle Rotor is designed for high-speed micro-volume centrifugation, accommodating up to 48 microtubes of 2 mL each. Constructed from lightweight carbon fiber composite, this rotor offers superior chemical resistance and durability compared to traditional metal rotors. Its fixed-angle design ensures efficient pelleting of cells, subcellular fractions, and other particulates, making it an essential tool for various laboratory workflows. The included aerosol-tight biocontainment lid enhances safety by preventing the release of aerosols during centrifugation.

Key Features:

• Brand: Thermo Scientific
• Type: Fixed-Angle Rotor with Aerosol-Tight Biocontainment Lid
• Capacity: 48 x 2 mL microtubes
• Material: Carbon fiber composite for enhanced strength and reduced weight
• Maximum Speed: 15,200 rpm
• Maximum Relative Centrifugal Force (RCF): 25,055 x g
• Compatibility: Designed for use with Thermo Scientific Sorvall™ Legend™ X1, X3, Sorvall ST 40, Multifuge™ X1, X3, Megafuge 40, SL40, and Eppendorf™ 5810/5804 Series centrifuges
• Application: Ideal for micro-volume protocols, including nucleic acid and protein lysate preparations

With its corrosion-resistant and fatigue-resistant design, the Fiberlite™ F21-48x2 rotor ensures long-term structural integrity and reliable performance. Backed by a 15-year warranty, it represents a cost-effective and durable solution for high-capacity micro-volume centrifugation needs in research and clinical laboratories.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the Thermo Scientific Fiberlite™ F21-48x2 Fixed-Angle Rotor, with Aerosol-Tight Lid used for?

It is designed for high-speed micro-volume centrifugation, accommodating up to 48 microtubes of 2 mL each. Constructed from lightweight carbon fiber composite, this rotor offers superior chemical resistance and durability compared to traditional metal rotors. Its fixed-angle design ensures efficient pelleting of cells, subcellular fractions, and other particulates, making it an essential tool for various laboratory workflows. The included aerosol-tight biocontainment lid enhances safety by preventing the release of aerosols during centrifugation.

2. Is the Thermo Scientific Fiberlite™ F21-48x2 Fixed-Angle Rotor, with Aerosol-Tight Lid suitable for micro-volume protocols, including nucleic acid and protein lysate preparations?

Yes. It is designed for micro-volume protocols, including nucleic acid and protein lysate preparations, and offers a capacity of 48 x 2 mL microtubes and a maximum speed of 15,200 rpm to support this kind of work.

3. What capacity and maximum speed does the Thermo Scientific Fiberlite™ F21-48x2 Fixed-Angle Rotor, with Aerosol-Tight Lid have?

It has a capacity of 48 x 2 mL microtubes, a maximum speed of 15,200 rpm and a maximum relative centrifugal force (RCF) of 25,055 x g, and is supplied under manufacturer part number 75003664.

4. What is the Thermo Scientific Fiberlite™ F21-48x2 Fixed-Angle Rotor, with Aerosol-Tight Lid made from and what features does it include?

It is made from carbon fiber composite for enhanced strength and reduced weight. It is compatible with thermo Scientific Sorvall™ Legend™ X1, X3, Sorvall ST 40, Multifuge™ X1, X3, Megafuge 40, SL40, and Eppendorf™ 5810/5804 Series centrifuges. It also offers fixed-Angle Rotor with Aerosol-Tight Biocontainment Lid.

5. How does the Thermo Scientific Fiberlite™ F21-48x2 Fixed-Angle Rotor, with Aerosol-Tight Lid compare with the Eppendorf Constant Angle Rotor FA-45-48-11 Aerosole Tight, for 48×1.5ml/2ml Vials, including Aerosole Tight Rotor Lid from Eppendorf?

For micro-volume protocols, including nucleic acid and protein lysate preparations, the Thermo Scientific model is the better choice, offering a capacity of 48 x 2 mL microtubes, a maximum speed of 15,200 rpm and a maximum relative centrifugal force (RCF) of 25,055 x g. The Eppendorf model offers constant angle rotor FA-45-48-11, holds 48×1.5ml/2ml vials and aerosole tight for enhanced safety and biocontainment as an alternative, while the Thermo Scientific model's fixed-Angle Rotor with Aerosol-Tight Biocontainment Lid help make it a strong fit for micro-volume protocols, including nucleic acid and protein lysate preparations.