Description
Specifications Table
Product Name – Gerber Centrifuge with 12-Butyrometer Rotor
Quantity/Pack Size – 1 Unit
Form – Benchtop Centrifuge
Grade – Laboratory Grade
Application – Milk Fat Analysis (Gerber Method), Dairy Quality Control
Product Overview
The Gerber Centrifuge is an indispensable instrument for precise milk fat determination using the standard Gerber method, crucial in the dairy industry. Engineered for exceptional reliability and efficiency, this advanced benchtop centrifuge comes equipped with a dedicated rotor perfectly accommodating 12 butyrometers, facilitating simultaneous processing of multiple samples. Its robust and durable construction ensures long-term operational stability and extended service life, establishing it as a vital cornerstone for modern laboratories, dairy processing units, research facilities, and educational institutions focused on food science and quality assurance. The centrifuge consistently delivers the optimal centrifugal force and precisely controlled speed essential for clear fat separation from milk, guaranteeing highly accurate, consistent, and reproducible results critical for quality control and research. Safety is a top priority; this centrifuge integrates protective features, including a sturdy, secure lid with an interlocking mechanism preventing opening during operation, along with a balancing system ensuring minimal vibration for stable performance. The intuitive, user-friendly controls are designed for ease of operation, empowering researchers, students, and technicians to utilize the device efficiently with minimal training. Its compact footprint renders it highly suitable for diverse laboratory environments where bench space is a premium. Consistent performance is ensured through routine calibration and straightforward maintenance, providing peace of mind for critical analytical tasks. This Gerber centrifuge is meticulously built to withstand rigorous daily laboratory use, offering dependable, consistent performance for all essential milk fat testing requirements, actively supporting meticulous quality standards and scientific investigations.
FAQs
1. What is the primary application of this Gerber centrifuge?
This centrifuge is specifically designed for the accurate determination of fat content in milk and dairy products using the Gerber method, which is a standard procedure in dairy quality control and research.
2. How many butyrometers can this centrifuge accommodate at once?
This model is equipped with a rotor that can precisely accommodate up to 12 butyrometers simultaneously, allowing for efficient processing of multiple samples.
3. Is this centrifuge suitable for other types of sample separation?
While primarily optimized for the Gerber method with butyrometers, its specific design for milk fat analysis makes it less suitable for general-purpose centrifugation applications requiring different sample tubes or speeds.
4. What are the key safety features of this centrifuge?
It includes a robust lid with an interlock mechanism to prevent opening during operation, ensuring user safety. Additionally, a balanced design minimizes vibration for stable and secure performance.
5. How should this Gerber centrifuge be maintained for optimal performance?
Regular cleaning of the rotor and interior, periodic calibration checks, and ensuring proper balancing of butyrometers before each run are essential for maintaining accuracy and extending the lifespan of the centrifuge.
