Agilent G5582A Microplate Centrifuge with Automated Microplate Loader Unit 6

The Agilent G5582A Microplate Centrifuge with Microplate Loader Unit 6 is a compact, high-speed benchtop centrifuge designed for automated microplate processing in biotechnology and molecular diagnostics applications. Featuring integration with VWorks software, this system offers precise control over centrifugal speed (0–3000 RPM) and force (up to 1000 x g), enabling efficient sample preparation critical in workflows such as PCR purification, plasmid preps, and condensate spin-down.

Key Technical Specifications:

• Centrifugal speed range: 0 to 3000 RPM
• Max relative centrifugal force (RCF): 1000 x g on a microplate
• Capacity: Two microplates or tube racks simultaneously, compatible with all ANSI-standard microplates including deep well and PCR plates
• Maximum plate weight: 250 grams per plate
• Maximum allowable plate height: 1.90 inches
• Acceleration/deceleration time: 7.5 seconds from 0 to 3000 RPM
• Imbalance tolerance: Up to 10 grams at max speed
• Dimensions: 24.8 cm (H) x 32.8 cm (W) x 71.4 cm (D)
• Weight: 35 kg (76 lbs)
• Automation: Integrated microplate loader facilitates robotic handling and microplate handoff, ideal for bioprocessing pipelines requiring automated high-throughput centrifugation

Applications and Benefits:

• Enables filtration protocols for PCR purification and cell harvesting in plasmid preparations
• Effective in condensate spin-down post-PCR, critical for downstream molecular biology
• Removes air bubbles in high-density assay plates, improving assay consistency in biotechnology and clinical diagnostics
• Compact and stackable design facilitates scale-up in laboratory automation and biomanufacturing environments
• Supports integration with robotic systems for automated sample processing workflows, enhancing throughput and reproducibility in synthetic biology and gene editing research

Integration and Control:

• Full control via Agilent’s VWorks Software offers seamless instrument communication and operation monitoring
• Communication and power cables included with system, along with laptop interface for ease of deployment
• Tested for gripper homing, sensor accuracy, plate detection, and RPM performance to ensure reliability in demanding laboratory workflows

This instrument is widely adopted in biotechnology research settings where precise, efficient microplate centrifugation is essential. Its robust automation capabilities make it critical in molecular diagnostics, live-cell assays, and bioprocessing laboratories requiring scalable, repeatable sample handling.

Additional Information:

• Comes with 120-day warranty within continental US, extended warranty options available
• Optional on-site setup and remote training facilitate rapid implementation
• Fully serviced and tested with comprehensive quality assurance ensures ready-to-use performance
• Pre-owned but professionally maintained, providing cost-effective access to advanced centrifugation technology

This Agilent G5582A system is a reliable solution for laboratories focused on biopharmaceutical production pipelines, synthetic biology experiments, and molecular cloning workflows requiring automated and high-throughput microplate centrifugation.