Coolcube, Ice Buckets & Tube Racks

Gentaur offers a range of items to aid in the storage and organisation of your samples.

Ice Buckets

 

Product Description

Gentaur Ice Buckets are constructed of durable plastic, making them both robust and long-lasting. They will also withstand reasonable use with dry ice.

Lids are available for the large bucket.

Variations:

• CSLIB           - Large Ice Bucket (white)

• CSMIB         - Mini Ice Bucket (white)

• CSLIBLID – Lid for Large Ice Bucket (white)

 

CoolCube

 

Product Description

The CoolCube is designed to store samples safely on the lab bench without the sample degradation caused by temperature increase or fluctuation. The CoolCube maintains temperature at approximately 0°C for up to four hours. Simply place the CoolCube in a freezer overnight and it will be ready to use.

One side of the CoolCube can be used as a convenient PCR workstation for 12 standard 1.5/2.0ml microtubes with one 96 well PCR plate, or with 12x 0.2ml strips or 96x 0.2ml tubes. The other side may be used to hold up to 36 standard 1.5/2.0ml microtubes.

Variant:

• CSL-COOLCUBE - COOLCUBE STORAGE RACK

 

60 x 0.5ml Tube Rack

 

Product Description

Gentaur tube racks are ideal for scientists performing techniques requiring multiple 0.5, 1.5 and 2 ml tubes. Available in four different colours for easy identification; red, blue, green and yellow. All tube racks are made from either standard 3mm acrylic for ordinary use or autoclavable PVC suitable for work in containment areas, such as tissue culture rooms, where sterilisation of equipment is necessary after use.

Micro-racks

Micro-racks are ideal for routine use with 60x 0.5ml or 50x or 100x 1.5ml microcentrifuge tubes. With a small footprint of 80x80mm these racks are perfect for areas when space is limited. Because these racks have an open base, samples may be placed in direct contact with ice or water for sample incubation.

Combi-racks

Configured in 6 rows of 12 holes, with Row 1 accommodating 12x 1.5/2ml tubes, and Rows 2-6 for a maximum 48x 0.2ml tubes, Gentaur Combi-Racks are well-suited to thermal cyclers or dry baths with blocks for up to sixty 0.2/1.5ml tubes.

 

Variants:

• CSR-TR1B - 60 x 0.5ml Tube Rack – Blue

• CSR-TR1BPVC - 60 x 0.5ml Tube Rack – Blue PVC – Autoclavable

• CSR-TR1G - 60 x 0.5ml Tube Rack – Green

• CSR-TR1GPVC - 60 x 0.5ml Tube Rack – Green PVC – Autoclavable

• CSR-TR1R - 60 x 0.5ml Tube Rack – Red

• CSR-TR1RPVC - 60 x 0.5ml Tube Rack – Red PVC – Autoclavable

• CSR-TR1Y - 60 x 0.5ml Tube Rack – Yellow

• CSR-TR1YPVC - 60 x 0.5ml Tube Rack – Yellow PVC – Autoclavable

 

50 x 1.5ml Tube Rack

Product Description

Gentaur tube racks are ideal for scientists performing techniques requiring multiple 0.5, 1.5 and 2 ml tubes. Available in four different colours for easy identification; red, blue, green and yellow. All tube racks are made from either standard 3mm acrylic for ordinary use or autoclavable PVC suitable for work in containment areas, such as tissue culture rooms, where sterilisation of equipment is necessary after use.

Micro-racks

Micro-racks are ideal for routine use with 60x 0.5ml or 50x or 100x 1.5ml microcentrifuge tubes. With a small footprint of 80x80mm these racks are perfect for areas when space is limited. Because these racks have an open base, samples may be placed in direct contact with ice or water for sample incubation.

Combi-racks

Configured in 6 rows of 12 holes, with Row 1 accommodating 12x 1.5/2ml tubes, and Rows 2-6 for a maximum 48x 0.2ml tubes, Gentaur Combi-Racks are well-suited to thermal cyclers or dry baths with blocks for up to sixty 0.2/1.5ml tubes.

 

Variants:

• CSR-TR2B - 50 x 1.5ml Tube Rack – Blue

• CSR-TR2BPVC - 50 x 1.5ml Tube Rack – Blue PVC – Autoclavable

• CSR-TR2G - 50 x 1.5ml Tube Rack – Green

• CSR-TR2GPVC - 50 x 1.5ml Tube Rack – Green PVC – Autoclavable

• CSR-TR2R - 50 x 1.5ml Tube Rack – Red

  • CSR-TR2Y - 50 x 1.5ml Tube Rack – Yellow
  • CSR-TR2YPVC - 50 x 1.5ml Tube Rack – Yellow PVC – Autoclavable

  • 100 x 1.5ml Tube Rack

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  • Product Description

    Gentaur tube racks are ideal for scientists performing techniques requiring multiple 0.5, 1.5 and 2 ml tubes. Available in four different colours for easy identification; red, blue, green and yellow. All tube racks are made from either standard 3mm acrylic for ordinary use or autoclavable PVC suitable for work in containment areas, such as tissue culture rooms, where sterilisation of equipment is necessary after use.

    Micro-racks

    Micro-racks are ideal for routine use with 60x 0.5ml or 50x or 100x 1.5ml microcentrifuge tubes. With a small footprint of 80x80mm these racks are perfect for areas when space is limited. Because these racks have an open base, samples may be placed in direct contact with ice or water for sample incubation.

    Combi-racks

    Configured in 6 rows of 12 holes, with Row 1 accommodating 12x 1.5/2ml tubes, and Rows 2-6 for a maximum 48x 0.2ml tubes,Gentaur Combi-Racks are well-suited to thermal cyclers or dry baths with blocks for up to sixty 0.2/1.5ml tubes.

    Variants:

    • CSR-TR3B - 100 x 1.5ml Tube Rack – Blue

    • CSR-TR3BPVC - 100 x 1.5ml Tube Rack – Blue PVC – Autoclavable

    • CSR-TR3G - 100 x 1.5ml Tube Rack – Green

    • CSR-TR3GPVC - 100 x 1.5ml Tube Rack – Green PVC – Autoclavable

    • CSR-TR3R - 100 x 1.5ml Tube Rack – Red

    • CSR-TR3Y - 100 x 1.5ml Tube Rack – Yellow

    • CSR-TR3YPVC - 100 x 1.5ml Tube Rack – Yellow PVC – Autoclavable

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Rockers, Shakers & Vortex

Gentaur Rockers and Shakers are available as four different models in orbital, reciprocal, rocking and 2-D/3-D gyratory shaking-formats. Features and benefits include; outstanding uniform motion and low noise, microprocessor-based keypads with digital control and display of pre-set time, continuous time, operation mode and speed, and high quality stain resistant platforms with non-slip rubber mats.

MiniMix 3D Shaker

Product Description

The Gentaur MiniMix combines the motions of orbital shaking and rocking to produce a gentle, but thorough, 3-D action that is perfect for antibody incubation of western blots and staining gels.

The pitch and speed of the Gentaur MiniMix are optimised to generate a tilt angle that is large enough to ensure uniform distribution of solutions, yet small enough to prevent the centre of the blot from drying out. This has the added benefit of allowing users to work with minimal volumes, thus conserving valuable probes and antibodies.

A non-slip rubber mat keeps the boxes in place on the agitating platform, which, along with the housing, is very easy to clean and decontaminate after use. The MiniMixs compact and light weight design allows it to be moved around the lab where needed. It is also safe for use in an incubator or cold room for temperature controlled reactions.

Variant:

• CSL3DSHAKER - Cleaver 3-D shaker with non-slip mat and two blotting boxes, 230V

• CSL3DSHAKER$ - Cleaver 3-D shaker with non-slip mat and two blotting boxes, 110V

 

Orbital Shaker

 

Product Description

The CS-NOR includes a 30 x 30cm orbital shaking-platform that may be programmed to perform up to ten 20mm orbits within each clockwise or anticlockwise shaking cycle. This generates the swirling motion optimal for aeration of samples, 0.5 to 5ml in volume, within multi-well plates, standard dishes and Petri dishes.

Features and benefits include;

• Outstanding uniform motion and low noise

• Microprocessor-based keypads with digital control and display of pre-set time, continuous time, operation mode and speed

• High quality stain resistant platforms with non-slip rubber mats

They are lightweight and portable for easy transfer from the bench to incubator and cold room alike, while additional platforms may be added for increased capacity.

Variant

• CS-NOR - Orbital shaker with 30 X 30cm platform and non slip rubber mat

 

Rocking Shaker

Product Description

The CS-NRK includes a 30 x 30cm rocking platform to provide the perfect motion and tilt angle to prevent gels and membranes from drying out during staining, blocking and antibody incubations.

Features and benefits include;

• Outstanding uniform motion and low noise

• Microprocessor-based keypads with digital control and display of pre-set time, continuous time, operation mode and speed

• High quality stain resistant platforms with non-slip rubber mats

They are lightweight and portable for easy transfer from the bench to incubator and cold room alike, while additional platforms may be added for increased capacity.

 

 

Reciprocal Shaker

 

Product Description

The CSL-NRK is a 30 x 30cm reciprocal shaking-platform incubator with a linear reciprocating motion, perfect for incubation of western blots and initial mixing of reagents within 96-well microplates during enzyme assays and PCR.

Features and benefits include;

• Outstanding uniform motion and low noise

• Microprocessor-based keypads with digital control and display of pre-set time, continuous time, operation mode and speed

• High quality stain resistant platforms with non-slip rubber mats

All models are lightweight and portable for easy transfer from the bench to incubator and cold room alike, while additional platforms may be added for increased capacity.

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2D/3D Gyratory Shaker

 

Product Description

The CW-23 includes a 33x33cm platform whose 3-D Gyratory action is ideal for gentle, foamfree washing of delicate cell lines within tissue culture. An optional water bath (CW-WB) may be mounted on the gyratory platform for nucleic acid hybridisation applications.

Features and benefits include;

• Outstanding uniform motion and low noise

• Microprocessor-based keypads with digital control and display of pre-set time, continuous time, operation mode and speed

• High quality stain resistant platforms with non-slip rubber mats

They are lightweight and portable for easy transfer from the bench to incubator and cold room alike, while additional platforms may be added for increased capacity.

Variant:

• CW-23 - Combination 3-D shaker

• CW-WB - Hybridization Water Bath for CW-23

 

Vortex Mixer

 

Product Description

Gentaur new variable speed Vortex Mixer combines fast, efficient mixing with minimal vibration. Unlike other vortex mixers using elliptical orbits, the CSLVORTEX true circular orbit facilitates uniform sample-vortexing even at low speed. The CombiHead head, which is supplied as standard, accepts many different tube sizes, while the unique overmoulding technology used in its manufacture provides a sturdy plastic core with non-slip TPE that fits optional heads for microplates, microtubes, PCR strip tubes, 15ml and 50ml tubes and blood vials.

CSLVORTEX may be used in touch or continuous mode:  mode being activated by simply depressing the sample head and then stopped by releasing the pressure. An optimised counter balance system within the CSLVORTEX minimises vibration and movement of the unit during operation, whereas its lightweight construction and small footprint allows it to be readilytransported and used in areas where space is restricted. The CSLVORTEX is also safe for use in temperature controlled environments, and may be used within a cold room.

Variant:

• CSLVORTEX    - Cleaver Vortex Mixer with general purpose head, 230V

• CSLVORTEX$ - Cleaver Vortex Mixer with general purpose head, 110V

 

Blot Box

 

Product Description

The Gentaur gel staining/blotting boxes are available in 4 sizes, and are the ideal accessory for incubating blots or staining gels. The two smaller sized boxes are available in packs of ten. The smallest box has dimensions of 9.1 x 6.6cm and a capacity for 3-5ml of solution, ideal for incubating cut blot strips. The next size box in the range holds 6-10ml of solution and is appropriate for mini gels and blots up to 11.7 x 8.9cm. The two larger boxes, available in single packs, can be used for staining gels or incubating blots up to 12 x 12cm or 20 x 16.5cm respectively.

Variants:

• CSL-BB9X6 - Gel/Blot box, 9.1 x 6.6cm, 3-5ml capacity, 10/pack

• CSL-BB11X8 - Gel/Blot box, 11.7 x 8.9cm, 6-10ml capacity, 10/pack

• CSL-BB12X12 - Gel/Blot box, 12 x 12cm, 1/pack

• CSL-BB20X16.5 - Gel/Blot box, 20 x 16.5cm, 1/pack

 

 

UV Sterilisation Cabinets

The Gentaur UV Sterilisation Cabinets provide a convenient area for setting up PCR reactions in a nucleic acid free environment, thus limiting PCR reaction contamination.
Acting as a low cost alternative to a clean room, the powerful UV lights on the cabinets denature nucleic acids in 5 to 30 minutes making them unsuitable for amplification. White light provides excellent visibility when working within the cabinets.

Mini UV Sterilisation Cabinet

Product Description

The Gentaur UV Sterilisation Cabinets provide a convenient area for setting up PCR reactions in a nucleic acid free environment, thus limiting PCR reaction contamination.

Acting as a low cost alternative to a clean room, the powerful UV lights on the cabinets denature nucleic acids in 5 to 30 minutes making them unsuitable for amplification. White light provides excellent visibility when working within the cabinets.

The cabinet incorporates safety features to prevent user exposure to UV light; the UV lights are timer controlled, and there are safety switches on the cabinets doors which automatically turn the UV lights off when opened.

The cabinet also acts as an efficient shield from beta radioactive emissions, and can therefore be safely used with isotopes such as 32P.

With the benefits comparable to those offered by the CSL-UVCAB, the new Mini UV Cabinet is the perfect solution for laboratories constrained by space and budget. A reduced height and footprint allows the Mini UV Cabinet to fit snugly and conveniently into those small areas within the laboratory that would otherwise remain unused.

For use with trays of size 68 x 54cm, CSR-TW4/TY4/TL4.

Variant:

• CSL-UVCABMINI    - Mini UV sterilisation cabinet with timer, four UV lights and white light, no Tray – 230V

• CSL-UVCABMINI$ - Mini UV sterilisation cabinet with timer, four UV lights and white light, no Tray – 110V

 

UV Sterilisation Cabinet

 

Product Description

The Gentaur UV Sterilisation Cabinets provide a convenient area for setting up PCR reactions in a nucleic acid free environment, thus limiting PCR reaction contamination.

Acting as a low cost alternative to a clean room, the powerful UV lights on the cabinets denature nucleic acids in 5 to 30 minutes making them unsuitable for amplification. White light provides excellent visibility when working within the cabinets.

The cabinet incorporates safety features to prevent user exposure to UV light; the UV lights are timer controlled, and there are safety switches on the cabinets doors which automatically turn the UV lights off when opened.

The cabinet also acts as an efficient shield from beta radioactive emissions, and can therefore be safely used with isotopes such as 32P.

For use with trays of size 68 x 54cm, CSR-TW4/TY4/TL4.

Variant:

• CSL-UVCAB    - UV sterilisation cabinet with timer, four UV lights and white light, no Tray – 230V

• CSL-UVCAB$ - UV sterilisation cabinet with timer, four UV lights and white light, no Tray – 110V

Incubator

With a compact, space-saving stackable design and temperature uniformity to within ±0.2°C, Gentaur’s new HybridPRO hybridisation shaking incubators can be used for numerous temperature-dependent laboratory applications. In addition to the standard entry level model, the HybridPRO range includes four incubator models, each supplied in one of four shaking platform formats – vortex, orbital, reciprocal or rocking – and customisable for nucleic acid hybridisation techniques with three rotisserie options.

Standard Incubator

Product Description

The CSL-NHYBRIDBASIC is a cost-effective system for homogeneous temperature control during routine incubations. Advanced ventilation design technology controlled by a digital microprocessor maintains temperature uniformity and stability to within 0.2°C. A stain resistant interior protects against spillages, while removable stainless steel mesh-shelves ensure that airflow remains unrestricted. Incubations may be set in precise 0.1°C increments under a continuous or programmable timer function.

A large 3.6″ colour-touchscreen control panel simplifies manipulation of speed, temperature and time within an easy to programme 3-line display, while a 32-bit microprocessor provides the temperature uniformity and stability necessary to support the most temperature-sensitive applications. With a robust metal chassis and fully stain-resistant interior, the HybridPRO range is designed to withstand the stresses of frequent daily usage.

Variant:

• CSL-NHYBRIDBASIC - Incubator only with 2 SS shelves- 110/240V Selectable

 

Orbital-Shaking Incubator

Product Description

The CSL-NHYBRIDORB includes as standard a bi-directional 27 x 20cm orbital shaking platform that performs both clockwise and anticlockwise motion. Optional flask holders may be fitted to the orbital shaking platform to accommodate up to five 250ml or four 500ml flat-bottomed flasks, making the CSL-NHYBRIDORB a suitable bench top shaker for growing overnight cultures of bacteria, yeast and insect cells. The shaking-platform can be replaced by one of three hybridisation rotisseries ( purchased separately).

A large 3.6″ colour-touchscreen control panel simplifies manipulation of speed, temperature and time within an easy to programme 3-line display, while a 32-bit microprocessor provides the temperature uniformity and stability necessary to support the most temperature-sensitive applications. With a robust metal chassis and fully stain-resistant interior, the HybridPRO range is designed to withstand the stresses of frequent daily usage.

Variant:

• CSL-NHYBRIDORB - Hybridization/Orbital Shaking Oven (without rotisserie) 110/240v Selectable

 

Reciprocal-Shaking Incubator

Product Description

The CSL-NHYBRIDREC is a 27 x20cm reciprocal shaking-platform incubator that may be adapted to accommodate 250ml or 500ml flat-bottomed flasks. The shaking-platform has a reciprocal motion that is perfect for incubation of Western blots and microbial cultures, and may be replaced by one of three optional hybridisation rotisseries. An optional platform with four 10cm pillars mounts comfortably on the shaking platform to double capacity if required.

A large 3.6″ colour-touchscreen control panel simplifies manipulation of speed, temperature and time within an easy to programme 3-line display, while a 32-bit microprocessor provides the temperature uniformity and stability necessary to support the most temperature-sensitive applications. With a robust metal chassis and fully stain-resistant interior, the HybridPRO range is designed to withstand the stresses of frequent daily usage.

Variant:

• CSL-NHYBRIDREC - Hybridization/Reciprocal Shaking Oven (without rotisserie)- 110/240v Selectable

 

Rocking-Shaker Incubator

Product Description

The CSL-NHYBRIDROC includes a 27x20cm rocking platform to provide the perfect motion and tilt angle to prevent gels and membranes from drying out during staining, blocking and antibody incubations. Interchangeable hybridisation rotisseries may be exchanged for the rocking platform to allow the CSL-NHYBRIDROC to be customised for the full range of nucleic acid hybridisation applications, including Northern and Southern blotting techniques.

A large 3.6″ colour-touchscreen control panel simplifies manipulation of speed, temperature and time within an easy to programme 3-line display, while a 32-bit microprocessor provides the temperature uniformity and stability necessary to support the most temperature-sensitive applications. With a robust metal chassis and fully stain-resistant interior, the HybridPRO range is designed to withstand the stresses of frequent daily usage.

Variant:

• CSL-NHYBRIDROC - Hybridization/Rocking Oven (without rotisserie) –  110/240v Selectable

 

Vortex Incubator

 

Product Description

The CSL-NHYBRIBVX has the same features as the CSL-NHYBRIDBASIC, but also includes a vortex platform for four microplates. The vortex platform is 20 x 30cm in size, and microprocessor-controlled to vibrate at speeds ranging from 50-1500 rpm.

Variant:

• CSL-NHYBRIDVX    - Vortex Incubator with 20x30cm platform for microplates (no rotisserie) – 240V

• CSL-NHYBRIDVX$ - Vortex Incubator with 20x30cm platform for microplates (no rotisserie) – 110V