Infrared Vortex Mixer[2]
Overview
The infrared vortex mixer is a specialized laboratory device engineered for efficient and contamination-free mixing of liquid samples. Unlike traditional vortex mixers that require physical contact for operation, this instrument utilizes infrared sensors to detect tube placement and initiate mixing automatically. This technology enables researchers to handle sensitive samples without manual intervention, reducing the risk of cross-contamination. The mixer is particularly valuable in molecular biology, clinical diagnostics, and pharmaceutical research where sample integrity is paramount.
Structure and Working Principle
The device consists of a motor-driven platform mounted on rubber feet to minimize vibrations. The mixing platform typically accommodates various tube sizes (0.2mL to 50mL) and includes an infrared sensor array that detects tube placement. When a sample tube interrupts the infrared beam, the system automatically activates the motor to create a controlled circular motion (vortex) at preset speeds (commonly 500-3000 rpm). This motion induces efficient mixing through fluid dynamics rather than mechanical agitation.
Key Features
Modern infrared vortex mixers incorporate several advanced features. The touch-free operation eliminates the need for physical buttons, reducing contamination risks. Many models offer digital speed control with LCD displays for precise parameter setting. Additional features may include programmable mixing protocols, memory functions for storing frequently used settings, and optional heating capabilities. The devices typically operate with low noise levels (<60dB) and feature robust construction suitable for daily laboratory use.
Application Areas
These mixers are indispensable in molecular biology laboratories for DNA/RNA extraction procedures where thorough mixing of lysates is crucial. They're equally valuable in clinical settings for preparing serum or plasma samples prior to analysis. In pharmaceutical quality control, they ensure uniform distribution of compounds in solubility studies. The technology is also finding applications in food safety testing and environmental monitoring where rapid, consistent sample preparation is required.
Maintenance and Precautions
Regular maintenance ensures long-term reliability. Clean the platform weekly with 70% ethanol or isopropanol to remove biological residues. Check the rubber feet periodically as worn feet may cause instability during operation. Avoid spilling liquids into the device housing and never operate with cracked or damaged tubes. For units with heating functions, allow adequate cooling between runs to prevent overheating of sensitive samples.
B2B Procurement Guide
When purchasing for laboratory settings, consider the typical sample volumes processed daily. High-throughput labs may require models with larger platforms or multiple mixing positions. Evaluate the compatibility with existing tube racks in your facility. For specialized applications, inquire about optional features like temperature control or programmable mixing protocols. Establish preferred supplier relationships with manufacturers offering good after-sales support and calibration services.
Related Manufacturers
- 主营：蠕动泵、蠕动泵管、圣戈班硅胶管、PCR热循环仪、超声细胞破碎仪、研磨仪、Tygon管、铠装热电偶、OMEGA热电偶、OMEGA热电偶线、OMEGA热电阻、OMEGA流量计、Nasco无菌采样袋、差压表、湿度传感器、温度传感器、POTTER喷雾塔、实验室摇床、分光光度计、粘度管、样品瓶、烘箱、高速离心机、冷冻干燥机、匀浆机
- 主营：毁形机、鼓风干燥箱、湿式气体流量计、油料电导率仪、油品电导率分析仪、汽油电导率仪、航空煤油电导率仪、液压油电导率仪、轻质油品电导率分析仪、二氧化碳收集测定仪、颗粒强度测定仪、点腐蚀测深仪、混凝土热物理参数仪、多参数水质分析仪、玻璃表面应力仪、冷原子吸收测汞仪、啤酒浊度泡沫检测仪、有效氯测试仪、毛细管清洗器、毛氏脂肪离心机、紫外辐照计、特斯拉计、匀胶机、紫外臭氧清洗机
- 主营：自动颗粒强度测定仪、冷原子吸收测汞仪、油料电导率仪、海水比色计、匀胶机
- 主营：测试笔、桌面秤、移液器、分析仪、混匀仪、水分仪、测试仪、提取仪、分体秤、测试包、控制器、甩板机、落地秤、测试盒、电子秤、口袋秤、传感器、密度计、防水秤、离心机、包裹秤、酸度计、盐度计、精密天平、硝酸离子
- 主营：加帽酶、激活剂、甘氨酸、复合涡旋混匀仪、igg抗体、稳定液、玻璃板、试剂盒、脂蛋白、超纯水、激动剂、胆固醇、盐酸盐、褪黑素、因质粒、扩容剂、组化笔、驴抗人、预制胶、驴抗兔、生物驴、草甘膦、重组酶、生物素、曲拉通、去除剂
- 主营：制氧机、麻醉机、电子血压计、骨密度仪、双能x线骨密度仪、超声骨密度仪、AED除颤仪、微波治疗仪、心电监护仪、血糖仪、肺功能仪、眼科激光治疗仪、血氧仪、听力筛查仪、视力筛查仪、高分子夹板、血管鞘、急救包、喉镜、高压注射器、手术显微镜、呼吸机、牙科综合治疗台、临时起搏器、可视喉镜
- 主营：酸度计、生化培养箱、超声波清洗器、水分仪、滴定仪、电导率仪、粘度计、电子天平、离子计、培养箱、水浴锅、搅拌器、浊度计、溶解氧
- 主营：气体报警仪、气体检测仪、气体测试仪
- 主营：传感器、电磁阀、保护器、震荡仪、地磅、电动脚手架、装载机电子秤、机械抓手、砌筑升降平台、光伏板升降机、内撑吊具、混凝土振动棒、打标机、研磨机、裁切机、平移门电机、超市防盗门、磨片磨头、滑移机、消防机器人、农业打药机、履带底盘、消防器材
- 主营：金属浴、恒温槽、pcr核酸、混匀仪、研磨仪、均质仪、封膜仪、微孔板、封边机、led数控、分液器、粉碎机、研磨机、匀浆机、超声波、离心机、搅拌器、清洗机、加热板、聚合酶链、方盘磁力、恒温振荡、盘面磁力、细胞破碎、定时加热
- 主营：光照培养箱、人工气候培养箱、恒温恒湿箱、多功能涡旋混匀器、真空烘箱、鼓风烘箱、高温烘箱、无氧烘箱、恒温摇床
- 主营：混合器、制冰机、金属浴、反应仪、混匀仪、均质仪、振荡仪、培养箱、超声波、水浴锅、离心机、振荡器、均质袋、恒温槽、耳温计、反应器、匀浆机、均质机、脱色摇床、高温循环、氮气吹扫、智能恒温、平滑肌槽、水平旋转、干式恒温
- 主营：提取瓶、消解器、干燥箱、混合仪、检查仪、赶酸仪、氮吹仪、检测仪、蒸馏仪、消解仪、解冻仪、集菌仪、检定仪、水质仪、振荡仪器、电热套、压缩机、均质器、计数器、消化炉、消解罐、氢空一、浓缩装置、脚踏开关、分液漏斗
- 主营：雾干燥机、索氏提取、过滤器、蒸馏仪、集菌仪、氮吹仪、测定仪、浓缩仪、固相萃取仪、二氧化硫残留测定仪、石墨消解仪、光化学反应仪、均质机、匀浆机、cod回流、cod消解、微波炉、离心机、消化炉、振荡器、培养箱、加热cod、真空泵、通风柜
- 主营：鼓风干燥箱、压力试验机、恒温溢流水箱、路强仪、固结仪、沥青仪器、检测仪器、砂浆抗渗仪、水泥检测仪、稳定度试验仪、混凝土抗渗仪、沥青试验仪器、数显砂浆渗透仪、土工布实验仪器、管材检测仪、粗粒土实验仪、防水卷材检测仪器、老化测试仪器、紫外线实验机、胀破强度试验、集装箱养护室、水泥净浆搅拌机、鼓风恒温干燥箱、门窗性能检测、保温性能检测
- 主营：消防机器人、运输车、巡检机器人、漏电探测仪、测试仪、消防箱、防护服、破拆工具、消防灭火装置、交通器材、传感器、电磁阀、电动脚手架、装载机电子秤、地磅、纸管切割机、攻丝机、混凝土振动棒、打包机、电动液压冲孔机、研磨机、激光雕刻机、滑移机、洗消剂、防爆风机
- 主营：台式orp、噪声计、探测器、红外线、检测仪、声级仪、测色仪、采样仪、盐度仪、ph滴定仪、ph测量仪、溶解氧仪、cod测定仪、cod消解仪、bod测定仪、电阻率仪、ysi水质、手持式ph、便携式ph、三目反射、ysi电导率、ysi酸度计、高压蒸汽、二氧化硅、电子天平
- 主营：万能试验机、土壤密度测试、夹具模具、安全帽检测仪器、粗粒土试验检测仪器、安全网试验检测仪器、分析仪、土壤检测仪器、混凝土检测仪器、土工布检测仪器、沥青混合料检测仪器、电工套管实验仪器、水泥砂浆检测仪器、粉体粉末试验检测仪器、石油沥青检测仪器、试验机、试验箱、陶瓷检测设备、压力机、管材检测设备、防水卷材检测设备、无损检测设备、试件养护箱、安全检测设备、试验取样设备