IKA Shakers VORTEX 3

IKA Shakers VORTEX 3 – Powerful and Versatile Vortex Mixer for Laboratory Use

The IKA Shakers VORTEX 3 is a robust and high-performance orbital shaker specifically designed for vigorous mixing of small volumes in tubes, vials, and microtiter plates. With its strong motor, 4 mm orbital motion, and dual operation modes (continuous and touch), it is ideal for general laboratory mixing tasks in molecular biology, biochemistry, and analytical laboratories.

Features

1. Powerful 58 W motor for high-efficiency mixing of various sample types

2. Adjustable speed up to 2500 rpm for controlled mixing performance

3. Orbital shaking diameter of 4 mm ensures rapid, uniform mixing

4. Touch and continuous operation modes for flexible workflow needs

5. Compatible with one microtiter plate for broader application use

6. Rugged design with anti-slip base for maximum stability during use

Applications

1. Effective mixing of reagents, buffers, suspensions, or samples in test tubes

2. Ideal for vortexing in molecular biology workflows such as DNA/RNA prep

3. Used in cell biology for resuspending pellets or lysates

4. Suitable for chemical and pharmaceutical labs for sample homogenization

5. Compatible with microplate processing in ELISA or assay setups

6. Essential tool for clinical and diagnostic labs handling liquid samples

Specifications

• Motion type: Orbital

• Shaking diameter: 4 mm

• Max permissible load (including attachments): 0.4 kg

• Motor input power: 58 W

• Motor output power: 10 W

• Permissible ON time: 100%

• Minimum speed: 500 rpm

• Speed range: 0 – 2500 rpm

• Speed display: Not available

• Operating modes: Continuous and touch

• Touch function: Yes

• Microtiter plate compatibility: Yes (1 plate)

• Dimensions (W × H × D): 127 × 136 × 149 mm

• Weight: 4.5 kg

• Permissible ambient temperature: 5 – 40 °C

• Permissible relative humidity: 80%

• Protection class (DIN EN 60529): IP 21

• Power supply: 200 – 240 V

• Frequency: 50/60 Hz

• Power input: 60 W

Conclusion

The IKA VORTEX 3 is an essential tool for any modern laboratory requiring reliable and consistent sample mixing. Its high-performance capabilities, durable design, and adaptability for various vessel types make it an ideal choice for professionals in research, clinical, and industrial settings.