IKA Shaker Orbital KS 260 control

IKA Orbital Shaker KS 260 control – Precision Shaking for Demanding Laboratory Applications

The IKA KS 260 control is a high-performance orbital shaker engineered for laboratories that demand precise control and versatility. With programmable speed, time settings, and digital display, this unit is ideal for sensitive applications and heavy-duty mixing tasks. Designed for safety and functionality, it integrates easily with monitoring systems via RS 232 and analog output.

Features

1. Precise orbital shaking with a 10 mm diameter and adjustable speeds from 0 to 500 rpm

2. Wide timer range (1 – 5999 minutes) with LED display for accurate time control

3. Low starting speed (10 rpm) for gentle mixing of delicate samples

4. Shaking table lock mechanism for secure sample handling and safety

5. RS 232 and analog output interface for data logging or external device control

6. Suitable for continuous operation (100% duty cycle) with high load capacity (7.5 kg)

Applications

1. Ideal for mixing in biological, pharmaceutical, and chemical research labs

2. Suitable for suspensions, solutions, and sample dissolutions

3. Commonly used in microbiology and cell culture applications

4. Perfect for use in environmental simulation and food testing labs

5. Effective in solubility and extraction experiments requiring precise timing

6. Excellent choice for long-term agitation in incubators or climate chambers

Specifications

• Motion type: Orbital

• Shaking diameter: 10 mm

• Maximum load (including accessories): 7.5 kg

• Motor rating input: 45 W

• Motor rating output: 10 W

• Permissible ON time: 100%

• Speed range: 0 – 500 rpm

• Minimum adjustable speed: 10 rpm

• Speed display: LED

• Timer: Yes

• Timer display: LED

• Timer setting range: 1 – 5999 minutes

• Operating modes: Timer and continuous operation

• Shaking table lock: Yes

• RS 232 interface: Yes

• Analog output: Yes

• Dimensions (W × H × D): 360 × 98 × 420 mm

• Weight: 8.8 kg

• Permissible ambient temperature: 5 – 50 °C

• Permissible relative humidity: ≤ 80%

• Protection class (DIN EN 60529): IP 21

• Voltage: 220 – 240 V

• Frequency: 50/60 Hz

• Power input: 45 W

Conclusion

The IKA KS 260 control orbital shaker delivers superior flexibility and control, making it an essential instrument for laboratories that require reliable, programmable, and high-precision mixing across a wide variety of applications.