Torrey Pines EchoTherm Orbital Thermal Mixer with Programmable Chilling and Heating Dry Bath

The Torrey Pines EchoTherm is a versatile orbital thermal mixer combining programmable temperature control with orbital agitation, ideal for biochemical and molecular biology workflows, including enzymatic reactions, ligations, and reagent incubation. This benchtop instrument integrates a chilling/heating dry bath heat block with orbital mixing speeds from 200 to 1000 rpm, enabling uniform sample processing without transferring tubes between devices—critical for efficient bioprocessing and molecular diagnostics.

Key technical specifications include:

• Temperature Range: –10°C to 100°C with ±1°C accuracy and ±0.5°C uniformity via a platinum RTD sensor and PID controller
• Mixing Speed: Adjustable from 200 to 1000 rpm in 100 rpm increments for controlled agitation
• Programmable Control: Up to 5 stored programs with 10 steps each; supports multi-stage timed protocols from 1 second up to 30 days
• User Interface: Digital microprocessor controller with countdown timer, audible alarm, and auto-off features enables unattended operation
• Data Connectivity: RS-232 for external control and internal data logging supports integration into laboratory automation workflows
• Sample Accommodation: Interchangeable aluminum blocks for different tube formats enhance flexibility across various sample types

With its combined temperature modulation and orbital mixing capabilities, the EchoTherm is widely used in biotechnology and clinical diagnostics laboratories for live-cell processing, synthetic biology protocols, and other temperature-sensitive assays. Its precise temperature stability and custom workflow programming support complex biomanufacturing and molecular cloning workflows, making it essential for researchers and laboratory professionals demanding reliable thermal control paired with agitation.