IKA Shaker Reciprocating HS 260 basic

IKA Shaker Reciprocating HS 260 basic – Compact and Reliable Shaking for Everyday Lab Needs

The IKA HS 260 basic is a versatile reciprocating shaker designed for consistent mixing in everyday laboratory applications. With a sturdy design, moderate capacity, and intuitive controls, it offers reliable shaking performance for a wide range of sample types. Ideal for laboratories that require controlled agitation in a compact footprint, the HS 260 basic balances performance and simplicity.

Features

1. Reciprocating motion with a 20 mm stroke for uniform and gentle sample mixing

2. Speed adjustable from 0 to 300 rpm, allowing flexible shaking intensity

3. LED strip display for visual monitoring of speed and timer settings

4. Integrated timer with a range from 5 to 50 minutes, plus continuous operation mode

5. Supports up to 7.5 kg of load, including accessories, for multi-sample workflows

6. Durable motor with 100% permissible ON time ensures long-lasting, uninterrupted use

Applications

1. Ideal for sample agitation in molecular biology and microbiology laboratories

2. Suitable for staining, destaining, and hybridization techniques

3. Used in analytical labs for buffer mixing and chemical reaction setups

4. Helpful in environmental testing labs for soil and water agitation

5. Appropriate for pharmaceutical labs handling diagnostic or formulation samples

6. Supports basic mixing tasks in teaching and research institutions

Specifications

• Motion type: Reciprocating

• Shaking amplitude: 20 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 – 300 rpm

• Minimum adjustable speed: 20 rpm

• Speed display: LED strip

• Timer: Yes

• Timer display: LED strip

• Timer setting range: 5 – 50 minutes

• Operating modes: Timer and continuous operation

• Dimensions (W × H × D): 360 × 100 × 420 mm

• Weight: 8.16 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 HS 260 basic offers dependable reciprocating shaking in a compact, user-friendly package. Its moderate load capacity, simple controls, and quiet operation make it a perfect choice for routine mixing tasks across various laboratory environments.