Benchtop centrifuges

Optimize Your Lab Work with Benchtop Centrifuges: Quality Instruments from Industry Leaders

Laboratory centrifuges are the workhorses of the lab, designed for cell culture processing, blood sample preparation, microplate applications and more — all in one instrument.
General purpose table top centrifuges are standard equipment in every laboratory and are used intensively, as they are virtually indispensable for separating liquid components with different densities.
Our long term partners Beckman Coulter and Sigma offer a broad spectrum of laboratory centrifuges, fixed-angle and swing-out rotors and accessories. All our products meet high standards of reliability and safety. Application areas include pharmaceutical research, biotechnology, medical analytics, environmental analytics, petroleum analyses, and many more.
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Innovative Features of Sigma Centrifuges

Energy Efficiency, Maintenance-Free Design, and a Comprehensive Product Family 

Eco Mode Benchtop centrifuge Energy-efficient product feature

Eco Mode 

Energy-efficiency

We provide our customers with long-lasting products that are easy to repair. This is because our laboratory centrifuges are of top quality. Not only are they incredibly reliable and powerful, but they’re also user-friendly. What’s more, we believe that improving the working environment in our customers’ labs is just as important as continuing to optimize energy efficiency.

Some of our cooled units even have an energy-saving ECO mode (standby mode, depending on settings). After a user-settable time, the centrifuge automatically switches to standby mode if it is not being used. Along with being energy efficient, this improves the working atmosphere in the lab by switching off the refrigeration to significantly reduce the noise level.

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Sigma centrifuge portfolio

A quick glance of the Sigma centrifuge product family, including 
 
 Rotor types and capacities
 Maximum speed (rpm) and centrifugation  force (RCF, x g )
  Refrigerated models
  Medical devices for IVD applications
  Recipients to spin

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Sigma comfort rotor black pins no-grease grease-free

Your Comfort in centrifugation?

No more greasing!

Cleaning and caring for centrifuges and accessories is vital for long-term safe operation and optimal separation results. With swing-out rotors, regular greasing of the pins that carry the buckets is very important. Irregular or no greasing makes it difficult for the buckets to swing out, leading to imbalance.

Thanks to the new Sigma Comfort Coating, the black pins of Sigma Comfort Rotors no longer need to be greased. The rotor and buckets will comfortably operate together for several years – with no need for regular greasing.

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SIGMA

Sigma 2-16KL, refrigerated centrifuge 220-240V, 50/60Hz

Reference : SIG-10350

Concentrating on the essentials: Easy operation, all-purpose

The Sigma 2‑16KL is the right answer for virtually every task in everyday lab work. This all-purpose centrifuge is versatile in use and fits in every lab thanks to its compact design. With an extensive range of rotors and accessories and high RCF values up to 21,913 x g, it is suitable for a wide variety of applications.

What makes the Sigma 2‑16KL benchtop centrifuge so attractive
With a wide range of fixed-angle and swing-out rotors, this all-purpose centrifuge can hold PCR tubes, test tubes, round-bottom tubes, culture tubes and microtiter plates. This extensive range is rounded out by a haematocrit rotor.
The Sigma 2‑16KL provides extraordinary capacity with 4 x 100 ml in a swing-out rotor or 6 x 50 ml in a fixed-angle rotor.

The Sigma 2‑16KL has a high-performance, precisely adjustable refrigeration system with a temperature range of –10°C to +40°C. The Rapid Temp quick cooling function allows the centrifuge chamber and accessories to be pre-cooled to a defined temperature. This ensures optimal protection of specimens against heating.

Up to 50 different routine protocols can be stored in program memory and easily retrieved. Ten selectable acceleration and braking curves support the optimisation of separation processes.

The Sigma 2‑16KL is also available as the Sigma 2‑16P unrefrigerated centrifuge and the Sigma 2‑16KHL refrigerated and heated centrifuge.

Controller Specifications:

  • Programs: 50
  • Acceleration curves: 10
  • Deceleration curves: 10
  • Cycle counting: Yes, for each rotor
SIGMA

Sigma 3-16L, laboratory benchtop centrifuge 220-240 V, 50/60 Hz

Reference : SIG-10355

The properties of the Sigma 3‑16Lcompact benchtop centrifuge make it a classic all-rounder. This practically oriented laboratory centrifuge is appreciated for its outstanding capacity and wide variety of uses. Along with high performance and reliability, it features unmatched versatility. As a well-balanced all-purpose centrifuge with extensive rotor and accessory options, it is suitable for a very wide variety of tasks.

What makes the Sigma 3‑16L all-purpose centrifuge so attractive?
The Sigma 3‑16L scores with impressive features: it is pleasantly quiet in use, and the patented one-knob controller and illuminated function keys make operation intuitive. Automatic lid opening can optionally be configured for easy end-of-run indication.
The centrifuge has an extraordinary capacity with a maximum of 4 x 400 ml. A broad selection of fixed-angle and swing-out rotors is available, along with an extensive range of accessories with buckets and adapters, including many biosafe configurations. The resulting compatibility with a large number of specimen tubes enables high versatility and allows use for a very wide variety of tasks, including high-throughput applications.

The centrifuge and rotors are optionally available with the g-lock system. This innovative rotor system enables quick and easy rotor exchange without tools.

The Sigma 3‑16L is also available as a refrigerated centrifuge and as an IVD model.

Controller specifications:

  • Program: 50
  • Acceleration curves: 10
  • Deceleration curves: 10
  • Cycle counting: Yes
SIGMA

Sigma 3-30KS, refrigerated high speed benchtop centrifuge 220-240 V, 50 Hz

Reference : SIG-10375

Outstanding high speed performance
High speed and easy operation. With its patented one-button control (Spincontrol S) and motorized lid lock, the Sigma 3-30KS centrifuge is remarkably easy to use, and it offers a broad range of options. LED illumination, a choice of six languages, a maximum RCF of over 70,000 x g and pleasantly low-noise operation are the factors that make this centrifuge, which fills the niche between standard and ultra centrifuges, so unique.


What makes the Sigma 3‑30KS high speed centrifuge so attractive?
The special drive system of the Sigma 3‑30KS is specifically designed for use at very high speeds. This concept allows the high-speed centrifuge to achieve RCF values above 70,000 x g with microlitre tubes.
This high-speed centrifuge also has a high-performance refrigeration system. Centrifuging at temperatures below 0°C is possible, depending on the rotor and the speed.

A total of 20 rotors are available, along with a broad range of accessories. The tube capacities extend from 0.2 ml to 94 ml in fixed-angle rotors or 0.2 ml to 100 ml in swing-out rotors. Microtiter and deepwell plates can also be centrifuged.

Ideal for high-speed applications in cellular biology, molecular biology, diagnostics, nanotechnology, and genetics research.


The Sigma 3‑30KS is also available as the Sigma 3‑30KHS refrigerated and heated centrifuge. An inert gas port is optionally available for this device series.


Controller Specifications:

  • Programs: 60
  • Acceleration curves: 10 linear, 10 quadratic, 10 user definable
  • Deceleration curves: 10 linear, 10 quadratic, 10 user definable
  • Cycle counting: Yes
SIGMA

Sigma 4-16S, laboratory benchtop centrifuge 220-240 V, 50/60 Hz

Reference : SIG-10380

The most versatile 3‑litre centrifuge on the market: Sturdy, powerful and versatile
The Sigma 4‑16S benchtop centrifuge excels with versatile rotor configurations and outstanding capacity. Large specimen volumes can also be processed efficiently thanks to the maximum capacity of 4 x 750 ml in a swing-out rotor or 6 x 250 ml a fixed-angle rotor. The especially smooth running ensures excellent and reproducible sedimentation results. With its versatile range of rotors, it is suitable for research labs, hospitals, universities and pharmaceutical labs, as well as cell culture and biotechnology applications.

What makes the Sigma 4‑16S benchtop centrifuge so attractive?
The Sigma 4‑16S is available with numerous swing-out and fixed-angle rotors as well as various buckets and adapters, including many biosafe configurations.
The extensive range of accessories can accommodate tubes and flasks from 0.2 ml to 750 ml as well as microtiter and deepwell plates.
The swing-out rotors can hold up to 3 litres (4 x 750 ml) or (for example) 16 x 50 ml tubes. The RCF values achievable with the configurations are best-in-class in this centrifuge segment. Highlights in the area of fixed-angle rotors include a 6 x 250 ml rotor with a maximum RCF of 13,131 x g and the ability to centrifuge 50 ml culture tubes at more than 23,000 x g.

This compact unit has intuitive operation and well-conceived features. The patented Spincontrol S one-knob controller provides superior operating convenience, safety and versatility. The acceleration and braking profiles (30 each) facilitate optimisation of separation runs and yields. Routine protocols can be stored with user-defined names and quickly retrieved from the integrated process library.
With automatic rotor identification, run time and speed monitoring, password-protected access to the controller and secure program storage, the centrifuge ensures uncompromising safety.

The Sigma 4‑16S is also available as the Sigma 4‑16KS refrigerated centrifuge and the Sigma 4‑16KHS refrigerated and heated centrifuge. An inert gas port is optionally available for this device series.

Controller Specifications:

  • Programs: 60
  • Acceleration curves: 10 linear, 10 quadratic, 10 user definable
  • Deceleration curves: 10 linear, 10 quadratic, 10 user definable
  • Cycle counting: Yes
SIGMA
Swing-out rotor for 4 buckets, suitable in 2-16P/2-16KL
Reference : SIG-11170

Swing-out rotor for 4 round 100 ml buckets no. 13299 and multiple carrier no. 13296.

For use in Sigma 2-16P and Sigma 2-16KL centrifuge models

SIGMA
Sigma 1-7, laboratory benchtop centrifuge. 100-240 V, 50/60 Hz
Reference : SIG-100011

Maximum work convenience with minimum operating noise.
The Sigma 1‑7 is designed for the separation of blood and urine specimens in medical practices and small labs, and due to its strong performance it is also used in environmental analytics, schools and universities.

The Sigma 1‑7 compact benchtop centrifuge is especially good in delivering exact results in a very short time. With these attributes combined with convenient, intuitive operation and the motorised lid lock, which enables effortless closing of the centrifuge, it offers more than comparable devices in its segment.

What makes the Sigma 1‑7 benchtop centrifuge so attractive?
The Sigma 1‑7 benchtop centrifuge is the only one in its segment that supports up to ten saved programs. This allows routine protocols to be stored and work processes to be optimised. In operation this small centrifuge runs with especially low vibration, quietly and pleasantly.

The perfectly matched fixed-angle rotor of the Sigma 1‑7, with a maximum capacity of 6 x 15 ml, is well suited to meet the demands of small volumes of specimens. The maximum RCF of 6,153 x g and the short braking and acceleration times of this small centrifuge allow separation times to be shortened considerably.

SIGMA
Sigma 2-7, Laboratory benchtop centrifuge 100-240V, 50/60Hz
Reference : SIG-10226

High performance with a new design

The Sigma 2-7 compact laboratory centrifuge arose from the experiences and desires of our customers. The technical features of this centrifuge are impressive: stainless steel bowl, imbalance switch, motorised lid lock, innovative run display with blue LEDs, and process reliability. The centrifuge is also very quiet in operation. Specimens are only slightly warmed, which is important for blood specimen tubes in particular. Together with a versatile, modular swing-out rotor, the foundation is laid for a successful career in many laboratories.

The benchtop centrifuge is available with numerous swing-out and fixed-angle rotors, along with various buckets and adapters. The extensive range of accessories can accommodate tubes and flasks from 1.5 ml to 100 ml as well as microtiter and deepwell plates.


The Sigma 2‑7 is also available as an IVD model. For cytocentrifugation, also ask the Cyto version.

To receive a no-obligation quote for the Sigma 2‑7 centrifuge, contact us directly to configure your preferred centrifuge and associated accessories.

SIGMA
Sigma 2-16P, laboratory benchtop centrifuge 220-240 V, 50/60 Hz
Reference : SIG-10155

Easy operation, all-purpose in a small package
The Sigma 2‑16P is the right answer for virtually every task in everyday lab work. This all-purpose centrifuge is versatile in use and fits in every lab thanks to its compact design. With an extensive range of rotors and accessories and high RCF values up to 20,627 x g, it is suitable for a wide variety of applications.

What makes the Sigma 2‑16P benchtop centrifuge so attractive?
With a wide range of fixed-angle and swing-out rotors, this all-purpose centrifuge can hold PCR tubes, test tubes, round-bottom tubes, culture tubes and microtiter plates. This extensive range is rounded out by a haematocrit rotor.
The Sigma 2‑16P provides extraordinary capacity with 4 x 100 ml in a swing-out rotor or 6 x 50 ml in a fixed-angle rotor.
Up to 50 different routine protocols can be stored in program memory and easily retrieved. Ten selectable acceleration and braking curves support the optimisation of separation processes.

The Sigma 2‑16P is available as a refrigerated centrifuge and as a refrigerated and heated centrifuge.

Controller Specifications:

  • Programs: 50
  • Acceleration curves: 2
  • Deceleration curves: 2
  • Cycle counting
SIGMA
Sigma 2-16KL, refrigerated centrifuge 220-240V, 50/60Hz
Reference : SIG-10350

Concentrating on the essentials: Easy operation, all-purpose

The Sigma 2‑16KL is the right answer for virtually every task in everyday lab work. This all-purpose centrifuge is versatile in use and fits in every lab thanks to its compact design. With an extensive range of rotors and accessories and high RCF values up to 21,913 x g, it is suitable for a wide variety of applications.

What makes the Sigma 2‑16KL benchtop centrifuge so attractive
With a wide range of fixed-angle and swing-out rotors, this all-purpose centrifuge can hold PCR tubes, test tubes, round-bottom tubes, culture tubes and microtiter plates. This extensive range is rounded out by a haematocrit rotor.
The Sigma 2‑16KL provides extraordinary capacity with 4 x 100 ml in a swing-out rotor or 6 x 50 ml in a fixed-angle rotor.

The Sigma 2‑16KL has a high-performance, precisely adjustable refrigeration system with a temperature range of –10°C to +40°C. The Rapid Temp quick cooling function allows the centrifuge chamber and accessories to be pre-cooled to a defined temperature. This ensures optimal protection of specimens against heating.

Up to 50 different routine protocols can be stored in program memory and easily retrieved. Ten selectable acceleration and braking curves support the optimisation of separation processes.

The Sigma 2‑16KL is also available as the Sigma 2‑16P unrefrigerated centrifuge and the Sigma 2‑16KHL refrigerated and heated centrifuge.

Controller Specifications:

  • Programs: 50
  • Acceleration curves: 10
  • Deceleration curves: 10
  • Cycle counting: Yes, for each rotor
SIGMA
Sigma 3-16L, laboratory benchtop centrifuge 220-240 V, 50/60 Hz
Reference : SIG-10355

The properties of the Sigma 3‑16Lcompact benchtop centrifuge make it a classic all-rounder. This practically oriented laboratory centrifuge is appreciated for its outstanding capacity and wide variety of uses. Along with high performance and reliability, it features unmatched versatility. As a well-balanced all-purpose centrifuge with extensive rotor and accessory options, it is suitable for a very wide variety of tasks.

What makes the Sigma 3‑16L all-purpose centrifuge so attractive?
The Sigma 3‑16L scores with impressive features: it is pleasantly quiet in use, and the patented one-knob controller and illuminated function keys make operation intuitive. Automatic lid opening can optionally be configured for easy end-of-run indication.
The centrifuge has an extraordinary capacity with a maximum of 4 x 400 ml. A broad selection of fixed-angle and swing-out rotors is available, along with an extensive range of accessories with buckets and adapters, including many biosafe configurations. The resulting compatibility with a large number of specimen tubes enables high versatility and allows use for a very wide variety of tasks, including high-throughput applications.

The centrifuge and rotors are optionally available with the g-lock system. This innovative rotor system enables quick and easy rotor exchange without tools.

The Sigma 3‑16L is also available as a refrigerated centrifuge and as an IVD model.

Controller specifications:

  • Program: 50
  • Acceleration curves: 10
  • Deceleration curves: 10
  • Cycle counting: Yes
SIGMA
Sigma 3-16KL, refrigerated benchtop centrifuge 220-240 V, 50/60 Hz
Reference : SIG-10360

Sigma 3-16KL, refrigerated benchtop centrifuge, with motorized lid lock.


Intuitive operation in an all-rounder
Like the Sigma 3-16L, the Sigma 3-16KL refrigerated general-purpose centrifuge has a wide range of applications. The intuitive user interface with patented one-button control and illuminated buttons makes it easy to operate. It fits into the work environment with a pleasantly low noise level and achieves 4°C at maximum speed.

The Sigma 3‑16KL is also available as the Sigma 3‑16L unrefrigerated centrifuge and as an IVD model.


Controller Specifications:

  • Programs: 50
  • Acceleration curves: 10
  • Deceleration curves: 10
  • Cycle counting: Yes
SIGMA
Sigma 3-18KS, refrigerated benchtop centrifuge 220-240 V, 50/60 Hz
Reference : SIG-10370

Top class for demanding users
The Sigma 3‑18KS is the perfect choice for everyone who sets very high requirements for refrigerated benchtop centrifuges and is looking for a broad range of operating options. The centrifuge enables RCF values of more than 30,000 x g and is very convenient in use thanks to the patented Spincontrol S one-knob control and automatic lid lock. Combined with the extensive range of rotors and accessories, this all-purpose centrifuge sets standards for versatility and performance.

What makes the Sigma 3‑18KS all-purpose centrifuge so attractive?
The Sigma 3‑18KS makes work processes in laboratory operation more efficient, safer and more convenient. The benchtop centrifuge has an extraordinary capacity with a maximum of 4 x 400 ml. The Sigma 3‑18KS is nicely complemented by a large selection of fixed-angle and swing-out rotors, buckets and adapters, including many biosafe configurations. Particularly thanks to the ability to use fixed-angle rotors with high RCF, the centrifuge covers a distinctly broader spectrum of applications compared to competitive units.

The Sigma 3‑18KS is also available as a refrigerated and heated centrifuge.

Controller Specifications:

  • Programs: 60
  • Acceleration curves: 10 linear, 10 quadratic, 10 user definable
  • Deceleration curves: 10 linear, 10 quadratic, 10 user definable
  • Cycle counting: Yes
SIGMA
Sigma 3-30KS, refrigerated high speed benchtop centrifuge 220-240 V, 50 Hz
Reference : SIG-10375

Outstanding high speed performance
High speed and easy operation. With its patented one-button control (Spincontrol S) and motorized lid lock, the Sigma 3-30KS centrifuge is remarkably easy to use, and it offers a broad range of options. LED illumination, a choice of six languages, a maximum RCF of over 70,000 x g and pleasantly low-noise operation are the factors that make this centrifuge, which fills the niche between standard and ultra centrifuges, so unique.


What makes the Sigma 3‑30KS high speed centrifuge so attractive?
The special drive system of the Sigma 3‑30KS is specifically designed for use at very high speeds. This concept allows the high-speed centrifuge to achieve RCF values above 70,000 x g with microlitre tubes.
This high-speed centrifuge also has a high-performance refrigeration system. Centrifuging at temperatures below 0°C is possible, depending on the rotor and the speed.

A total of 20 rotors are available, along with a broad range of accessories. The tube capacities extend from 0.2 ml to 94 ml in fixed-angle rotors or 0.2 ml to 100 ml in swing-out rotors. Microtiter and deepwell plates can also be centrifuged.

Ideal for high-speed applications in cellular biology, molecular biology, diagnostics, nanotechnology, and genetics research.


The Sigma 3‑30KS is also available as the Sigma 3‑30KHS refrigerated and heated centrifuge. An inert gas port is optionally available for this device series.


Controller Specifications:

  • Programs: 60
  • Acceleration curves: 10 linear, 10 quadratic, 10 user definable
  • Deceleration curves: 10 linear, 10 quadratic, 10 user definable
  • Cycle counting: Yes
SIGMA
Sigma 4-5L, laboratory benchtop centrifuge 220-240 V, 50/60 Hz
Reference : SIG-10405

High performance, low noise and high capacity

The main strength of the Sigma 4-5L centrifuge is its high throughput capacity, which is a key factor for hospital use. Other advantages of this laboratory centrifuge include high motor torque for fast acceleration, minimal temperature rise and low operating noise level.

The Sigma 4-5L combines unusually high performance with quiet operation. Automatic lid opening and one-button control make things even easier for users, and the stainless steel rotor chamber is especially easy to clean.


The extensive range of accessories is impressive. Along with tubes and flasks from 1.5 to 750 ml, it includes buckets to hold microtiter and deepwell plates. With RCF values up to 4,643 x g, the Sigma 4‑5L is also well suited to centrifuging gel tubes. The maximum capacity per run of blood collection tubes for clinical in vitro diagnostics (IVD) is outstanding. For instance, it can hold up to 144 blood collection tubes with 13 mm diameter or 100 blood collection tubes with 16 mm diameter from all known manufacturers. This means the Sigma 4‑5L offers up to 25% more capacity that comparable units in its class.

The Sigma 4‑5L is also available as refrigerated centrifuge and as an IVD model.

Controller Specifications:

  • Programs: 50
  • Acceleration curves: 10
  • Deceleration curves: 10
  • Cycle counting: Yes
SIGMA
Sigma 4-5KL, Refrigerated benchtop centrifuge, 220-240V, 50Hz
Reference : SIG-100004

The high-performance Sigma 4-5KL laboratory centrifuge is designed for throughput and capacity. The hight torque enables especially short acceleration times and makes laboratory processes efficient. This centrifuge is recommended for applications in clinical diagnostics and for life sciences applications

The refrigerated version Sigma 4-5KL, with a temperature adjustment range of -10°C to +40°C, is recommended for the protection of specimens with especially sensitive limit temperatures.

The Sigma 4‑5KL also boasts a low noise level and an extensive range of accessories. Up to 50 different routine protocols can be stored in program memory and easily retrieved.

The Sigma 4‑5KL is also available as unrefrigerated centrifuge  and as an IVD model.

To receive a no-obligation quote for the Sigma 4‑5KL centrifuge, contact us directly.

SIGMA
Sigma 4-16S, laboratory benchtop centrifuge 220-240 V, 50/60 Hz
Reference : SIG-10380

The most versatile 3‑litre centrifuge on the market: Sturdy, powerful and versatile
The Sigma 4‑16S benchtop centrifuge excels with versatile rotor configurations and outstanding capacity. Large specimen volumes can also be processed efficiently thanks to the maximum capacity of 4 x 750 ml in a swing-out rotor or 6 x 250 ml a fixed-angle rotor. The especially smooth running ensures excellent and reproducible sedimentation results. With its versatile range of rotors, it is suitable for research labs, hospitals, universities and pharmaceutical labs, as well as cell culture and biotechnology applications.

What makes the Sigma 4‑16S benchtop centrifuge so attractive?
The Sigma 4‑16S is available with numerous swing-out and fixed-angle rotors as well as various buckets and adapters, including many biosafe configurations.
The extensive range of accessories can accommodate tubes and flasks from 0.2 ml to 750 ml as well as microtiter and deepwell plates.
The swing-out rotors can hold up to 3 litres (4 x 750 ml) or (for example) 16 x 50 ml tubes. The RCF values achievable with the configurations are best-in-class in this centrifuge segment. Highlights in the area of fixed-angle rotors include a 6 x 250 ml rotor with a maximum RCF of 13,131 x g and the ability to centrifuge 50 ml culture tubes at more than 23,000 x g.

This compact unit has intuitive operation and well-conceived features. The patented Spincontrol S one-knob controller provides superior operating convenience, safety and versatility. The acceleration and braking profiles (30 each) facilitate optimisation of separation runs and yields. Routine protocols can be stored with user-defined names and quickly retrieved from the integrated process library.
With automatic rotor identification, run time and speed monitoring, password-protected access to the controller and secure program storage, the centrifuge ensures uncompromising safety.

The Sigma 4‑16S is also available as the Sigma 4‑16KS refrigerated centrifuge and the Sigma 4‑16KHS refrigerated and heated centrifuge. An inert gas port is optionally available for this device series.

Controller Specifications:

  • Programs: 60
  • Acceleration curves: 10 linear, 10 quadratic, 10 user definable
  • Deceleration curves: 10 linear, 10 quadratic, 10 user definable
  • Cycle counting: Yes

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