Eppendorf 5430 Centrifuge with FA-45-48-11 Rotor and Lid – Introduction

The Eppendorf 5430 Centrifuge with FA-45-48-11 Rotor and Lid is a versatile, high-performance benchtop microcentrifuge designed by Eppendorf AG for molecular biology, biochemistry, biotechnology, pharmaceutical research, and clinical laboratory applications. Combining high-speed centrifugation capability, compact design, advanced safety features, and flexible rotor options, the Eppendorf 5430 provides reliable sample preparation performance for a wide range of laboratory workflows.

Equipped with the FA-45-48-11 fixed-angle rotor, the Eppendorf 5430 offers efficient processing of up to 48 × 1.5/2.0 mL microcentrifuge tubes, making it ideal for high-throughput DNA, RNA, protein, and cell biology applications. The rotor features an aerosol-tight design with a QuickLock® lid, helping provide safe operation when handling potentially hazardous biological samples. 

The Eppendorf 5430 is engineered to deliver excellent centrifugal performance with a maximum speed of 17,500 rpm and a maximum relative centrifugal force (RCF) of approximately 30,130 × g when using compatible high-speed rotors. This performance enables efficient pelleting of biological particles, nucleic acids, proteins, and other laboratory samples requiring rapid separation. 

The FA-45-48-11 rotor provides excellent flexibility for routine laboratory centrifugation. Its fixed-angle design creates an optimal sedimentation path, allowing efficient pellet formation and fast sample processing. The rotor supports a maximum speed of 12,700 rpm and up to 18,210 × g, with a capacity of 48 micro test tubes, making it suitable for applications such as plasmid preparation, PCR sample preparation, protein precipitation, and biochemical analysis. 

The centrifuge features automatic rotor recognition, imbalance detection, and electronic safety monitoring to protect both users and samples. The ergonomic lid design provides convenient one-hand operation, while programmable centrifugation settings allow users to store frequently used protocols for improved laboratory efficiency. 

The Eppendorf 5430 supports multiple rotor configurations, allowing laboratories to adapt the instrument for different tube formats, plates, and sample volumes. Its compact footprint makes it suitable for laboratories where bench space is limited while still requiring professional centrifugation performance.

With its combination of speed, reliability, safety, and operational convenience, the Eppendorf 5430 Centrifuge with FA-45-48-11 Rotor and Lid remains a popular choice in research institutions, biotechnology companies, pharmaceutical laboratories, and academic facilities. Refurbished Eppendorf 5430 centrifuges are also widely used in the global used laboratory equipment market due to their durability, availability of accessories, and excellent long-term performance.

Eppendorf 5430 Centrifuge with FA-45-48-11 Rotor Technical Specifications

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