The microprocessor-controlled “OPTIMA MAX-XP” tabletop ultracentrifuge is intended for use in applications requiring high field strengths that are capable of separating and isolating small particles (viruses, bacteria and subcellular components, such as mitochondria) and large molecules (peptides, DNA, proteins). The ultracentrifuge configuration includes a variable frequency induction motor, a thermoelectric system for temperature control, a self-purge vacuum system, a rotor overspeed detection system, a user-login function, a memory with several five-step programs and the possibility of choosing acceleration and deceleration rates.

The solid-state thermoelectric control system of the temperature can be set between 0 and 40 °C with 1 °C-increment. The speed can be set from 5,000 RPM to 150,000 RPM depending on the rotor. It has 10 acceleration/deceleration profiles.

Refer to the specific Beckman Coulter manual for further details (product no. A47882).

The rotor available at the CGS is the TLA-120.2 (5,000 RPM-120,000 RPM) with a fixed angle of 30° that can accommodate up to 10 polycarbonate or polyallomer tubes (code 357656); refer to the manual for further details such as the proper tubes (1-2 mL).