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Floor and Stackable Shakers
Save lab space and complete large capacity applications with our floor and stackable orbital shakers. Combine incubated and refrigerated shaker capabilities with easy-to-use, ergonomic controls to maximize application flexibility and production. Our high performance models offer HEPA filtration for maximum protection against cross contamination and a directed airflow system which provides temperature uniformity and ideal growth conditions even when the units are full.
Reliability
Triple eccentric drive handles heavy loads, uniform agitation and continuous 24-hour operation even at high speeds.
Simplicity
View actual and set-points of speed and time simultaneously on the backlit display while monitoring and controlling chamber temperature range with ±0.1°C accuracy at 37°C.
Flexibility
Versatile shakers allow for flasks up to 6L, dual stack platforms for high throughput of smaller vessels, and stable shelving for your growing lab needs.
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Floor or stackable shaker?
Provide the capability to shake large volume flasks up to 6L with consistent temperature monitoring and continuous 24 hour operation.
- Access ports provided for probes, thermocouples, gassing manifolds or sensors
- The drain system with valve makes it easy to eliminate spilled liquid, reducing the risk of contamination
- Triple eccentric drive handles heavy loads, uniform agitation and continuous 24 hr. operation, even at high speeds
- Crevice-free, stainless-steel interior with curved corners for easy cleaning
Combine orbital shaking with general purpose temperature control for added versatility. The durable, dynamically balanced orbital shaker mechanism ensures optimum oxygenation and nutrient mixing, reduced cell clumping, and prevention of splashing
- Stack 2-3 units (depending on the model) to maximize floor space
- Large viewing windows allow for easy monitoring
- Lighted interior chambers allow for viewing without disrupting chamber atmosphere
- View speed, operating time and temperature simultaneously
| MaxQ HP Incubated Console Shaker | MaxQ HP Incubated & Refrigerated Console Shaker | |
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| Incubated shaker for large flasks with directed laminar airflow system for optimum temperature uniformity. | Incubated and refrigerated large capacity units with specialized filtered front-to-back refrigeration air flow system. | |
| Learn more | Learn more | |
| Maximum vessel size | 6L Erlenmeyer flask | 6L Erlenmeyer flask |
| Available universal platforms | 18 x 30 in. | 18 x 30 in. |
| Speed | 25 to 525rpm | 25 to 525rpm |
| Temperature | 5°C above ambient to 60°C | 4°C above ambient to 60°C |
| Exterior dimensions (H x W x D) | 40.4 x 45 x 30in. (102.6 x 114.3 x 76.2cm) | 40.4 x 45 x 30in. (102.6 x 114.3 x 76.2cm) |
| HEPA filtration | Yes | Yes |
| Orbit | 1 in. (2.5cm) | 1 in. (2.5cm) |
| Weight capacity | 71 lb. (32kg) | 71 lb. (32kg) |
| Accessories | Platforms › Clamps › Racks & Misc › | Platforms › Clamps › Racks & Misc › |
| MaxQ 6000 Incubated Shaker | MaxQ 6000 Incubated & Refrigerated Shaker | MaxQ 8000 HP Incubated Shaker | MaxQ 8000 HP Incubated & Refrigerated Shaker | |
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| Heated, stackable units to store or shake samples with a compact footprint. | Stackable incubated and refrigerated for maximum flexibility and capacity in a compact footprint. | Incubated shaker with pull out platform for 100% access to samples. Stacking kits are included. | Incubated and refrigerated temperature range with durability to run at top speeds when stacked. | |
| Learn more | Learn more | Learn more | Learn more | |
| Maximum vessel size | 6L Erlenmeyer flask | 6L Erlenmeyer flask | 2L Erlenmeyer flask | 2L Erlenmeyer flask |
| Available universal platforms | 18 x 18 in., dual stack 18 x 18 in. (purchase of two platforms and adapter set required for stacking) | 18 x 18 in., dual stack 18 x 18 in. (purchase of two platforms and adapter set required for stacking) | 18 x 30 in. | 18 x 30 in. |
| Speed | stacked: 15 to 300 ±1rpm unstacked: 15 to 500rpm ±1rpm | stacked: 15 to 300 ±1rpm unstacked: 15 to 500rpm ±1rpm | 25 to 400rpm ±1rpm | 25 to 400rpm ±1rpm |
| Temperature | 10°C above ambient to 80°C | 15°C below ambient to 80°C | 10°C above ambient to 60°C | 5°C below ambient to 60°C |
| Exterior dimensions (H x W x D) | 40.5 x 27 x 33 in. (102.9 x 69.9 x 83.8cm) | 40.5 x 27 x 33 in. (102.9 x 69.9 x 83.8cm) | 25 x 46.5 x 33.3in. (63.5 x 118.1 x 84.6cm) | 25 x 56.5 x 33.3in. (63.5 x 143.5 x 84.6cm) |
| HEPA filtration | No | No | Yes | Yes |
| Orbit | .75 in. (1.9cm) | .75 in. (1.9cm) | 1 in. (2.5cm) | 1 in. (2.5cm) |
| Weight capacity | 35 lb. (15.9kg) | 35 lb. (15.9kg) | 71 lb. (32kg) | 71 lb. (32kg) |
| Stacking kit | Available | Available | Included | Included |
| Accessories | Platforms › Clamps › Racks & Misc › | Platforms › Clamps › Racks & Misc › | Platforms › Clamps › Racks & Misc › | Platforms › Clamps › Racks & Misc › |
| MaxQ HP Incubated Console Shaker | MaxQ HP Incubated & Refrigerated Console Shaker | |
| | |
| Incubated shaker for large flasks with directed laminar airflow system for optimum temperature uniformity. | Incubated and refrigerated large capacity units with specialized filtered front-to-back refrigeration air flow system. | |
| Learn more | Learn more | |
| Maximum vessel size | 6L Erlenmeyer flask | 6L Erlenmeyer flask |
| Available universal platforms | 18 x 30 in. | 18 x 30 in. |
| Speed | 25 to 525rpm | 25 to 525rpm |
| Temperature | 5°C above ambient to 60°C | 4°C above ambient to 60°C |
| Exterior dimensions (H x W x D) | 40.4 x 45 x 30in. (102.6 x 114.3 x 76.2cm) | 40.4 x 45 x 30in. (102.6 x 114.3 x 76.2cm) |
| HEPA filtration | Yes | Yes |
| Orbit | 1 in. (2.5cm) | 1 in. (2.5cm) |
| Weight capacity | 71 lb. (32kg) | 71 lb. (32kg) |
| Accessories | Platforms › Clamps › Racks & Misc › | Platforms › Clamps › Racks & Misc › |
| MaxQ 6000 Incubated Shaker | MaxQ 6000 Incubated & Refrigerated Shaker | MaxQ 8000 HP Incubated Shaker | MaxQ 8000 HP Incubated & Refrigerated Shaker | |
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| Heated, stackable units to store or shake samples with a compact footprint. | Stackable incubated and refrigerated for maximum flexibility and capacity in a compact footprint. | Incubated shaker with pull out platform for 100% access to samples. Stacking kits are included. | Incubated and refrigerated temperature range with durability to run at top speeds when stacked. | |
| Learn more | Learn more | Learn more | Learn more | |
| Maximum vessel size | 6L Erlenmeyer flask | 6L Erlenmeyer flask | 2L Erlenmeyer flask | 2L Erlenmeyer flask |
| Available universal platforms | 18 x 18 in., dual stack 18 x 18 in. (purchase of two platforms and adapter set required for stacking) | 18 x 18 in., dual stack 18 x 18 in. (purchase of two platforms and adapter set required for stacking) | 18 x 30 in. | 18 x 30 in. |
| Speed | stacked: 15 to 300 ±1rpm unstacked: 15 to 500rpm ±1rpm | stacked: 15 to 300 ±1rpm unstacked: 15 to 500rpm ±1rpm | 25 to 400rpm ±1rpm | 25 to 400rpm ±1rpm |
| Temperature | 10°C above ambient to 80°C | 15°C below ambient to 80°C | 10°C above ambient to 60°C | 5°C below ambient to 60°C |
| Exterior dimensions (H x W x D) | 40.5 x 27 x 33 in. (102.9 x 69.9 x 83.8cm) | 40.5 x 27 x 33 in. (102.9 x 69.9 x 83.8cm) | 25 x 46.5 x 33.3in. (63.5 x 118.1 x 84.6cm) | 25 x 56.5 x 33.3in. (63.5 x 143.5 x 84.6cm) |
| HEPA filtration | No | No | Yes | Yes |
| Orbit | .75 in. (1.9cm) | .75 in. (1.9cm) | 1 in. (2.5cm) | 1 in. (2.5cm) |
| Weight capacity | 35 lb. (15.9kg) | 35 lb. (15.9kg) | 71 lb. (32kg) | 71 lb. (32kg) |
| Stacking kit | Available | Available | Included | Included |
| Accessories | Platforms › Clamps › Racks & Misc › | Platforms › Clamps › Racks & Misc › | Platforms › Clamps › Racks & Misc › | Platforms › Clamps › Racks & Misc › |
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