Description
Thermo Forma 435 Floor Orbital Shaker
Item is in good condition. Was tested to 350 rpm, and 37°C. Manufacture date is 7/14/2004.
The Thermo Forma Model 435 (also sold under the Thermo Scientific MaxQ 435 HP line) is a high-capacity, incubated floor console orbital shaker designed for heavy-duty biological and chemical laboratory applications. It integrates precise temperature controls with a mechanical shaking platform to optimize sample aeration and growth conditions.
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- Shaking Speed Range: Broad operational range from 25 to 525 RPM.
- Orbit Size: Features a 25 mm (1-inch) circular orbit designed for uniform, gentle swirling that maximizes oxygen transfer.
- Load Capacity: Robust drive system capable of bearing up to 71 lbs (32 kg) of sample weight.
- Contamination Control: Equipped with HEPA filtration systems to achieve maximum protection against cross-contamination within the chamber.
- Temperature Management: Features a directed airflow system ensuring optimum temperature uniformity.
- Ergonomically Friendly: Incorporates a hands-free foot pedal to open the lid easily alongside a large viewing window to observe samples without interrupting the internal atmosphere.
- Data Logging: Includes built-in RS-232 serial communication ports for remote data transmission to a computer or printer.
- Common Applications: Large-scale cell culture and bacterial growth (supports flasks up to 4L and 6L). ~ Solubility and dissolution studies. ~ Staining, destaining, and general diagnostics.
- Weight: 580 lbs.
- Exterior Dimensions (WxDxH) : 45 × 30 × 39 in.
- Interior Dimensions (WxDxH): 34.3 × 21.1 × 18.8 in.
