VWR Mini-Pump 3386 Variable-Speed Peristaltic Pump for Precise Fluid Transfer

The VWR Mini-Pump 3386 Variable-Speed Peristaltic Pump is engineered for precise fluid handling in demanding laboratory environments, including biotechnology, molecular diagnostics, and bioprocessing applications. Featuring an extensive flow rate range from 0.005 to 600 mL/min, this self-priming pump offers accurate, adjustable flow rates suited for liquid chromatography, chemical transfer, filtration, and buffer circulation.

Key technical specifications and features include:

• Variable flow control via an intuitive knob for precise adjustment of flow rates essential in synthetic biology and biomanufacturing workflows.
• Compatibility with diverse tubing materials such as silicone, Tygon, and PVC (tubing not included), allowing handling of fluids and corrosive materials at temperatures from −62 to 260°C.
• Chemical-resistant ABS housing designed to withstand harsh laboratory environments, supporting applications in clinical diagnostics and pharmaceutical processing.
• Pump can operate with liquids or gases and withstand dry pumping without damage, increasing versatility in biotechnological settings.
• Integrated purge/prime switch facilitates rapid system filling and emptying, enhancing workflow efficiency during sterile liquid handling.
• Convenient reversible pump direction for easy draining and maintenance.
• Three-roller mechanism reduces pulsation, prevents siphoning without the need for check valves, ensuring steady flow critical for live-cell imaging setups and precise reagent dispensing.

This benchtop peristaltic pump is compact and lightweight, designed for portability and to fit in confined laboratory spaces such as fume hoods. Widely adopted in synthetic biology research and essential for molecular cloning workflows, the VWR Mini-Pump 3386 supports a broad range of biotechnology and biomedical engineering applications requiring reliable, clean, and contamination-free fluid transport.