CENTRIFUGE, haematocrit, electrical (Hettich Haematokrit200)
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CENTRIFUGE, haematocrit, electrical
Definition
Rapid rotating system used to centrifuge haematocrit capillary tubes.
The model Haematokrit 200 replaces the Haematokrit 210.
Specifications
Quality standards
- EN IEC 61010-2-020, 2017, edition 3, Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement, control, and laboratory use - Part 2-020: Particular requirements for laboratory centrifuges
- EN 12547, 2014, Centrifuges - Common safety requirements
Technical specifications
- Fixed speed: ± 13,000 rpm
- Maximum RCF (Relative Centrifugal Force): 16,060 x g
- 1 to 99 minutes timer with 1 min intervals
- Haematocrit rotor for 24 capillary tubes of 75 mm
- Lid locking
- Power supply mains AC
- Voltage: 220 V, frequency 50-60 Hz
- Consumption: 250 VA
- Supplied with 2 spare fuses
Dimensions
- H x W x D: 247 x 275 x 330 mm
- Weight: approx. 10 kg
Instructions for use
Please consult the “Updated laboratory procedures, 2022” available online via the Laboratory working Group sharepoint page: Laboratory Procedures and Resources.
https://msfintl.sharepoint.com/sites/msfintlcommunities/LabWG/SitePages/Laboratory-Manual-page.aspx
For offline access, contact your laboratory advisor.
Precautions for Use
Secure all electrical devices in the laboratory with a UPS double conversion (see related articles below). To define the best sizing of the UPS, contact your biomedical or energy referent.
Maintenance
Carbons and fuses (ref: E997) must be replaced as required.
MSF requirements
Basic model.
Essential in a trypanosomiasis laboratory.
Can also be used for determining haematocrit in emergency and in surgical programmes.