manufacturer :       Heraeus   

model :                   Megafuge 16

annotation :           Dokumente engl .

                                   HERAEUS MEGAFUGE 16

Characteristics

The Heraeus Megafuge 16/16R is an in-vitro diagnostics device according to the In-Vitro Diagnostics Directive 98/79/EC.

Several rotors with a wide range of tubes can be used.

The set speed is reached within seconds. The maintenance-free induction motor ensures quiet and low-vibration operation even at high speeds, and guarantees a very long lifetime.

The user-friendly control panel makes it easy to pre-set the speed, RCF value, running time,

temperature , and running profile (acceleration and braking curves). You can choose between the display of speed and RCF or the entry mode.

These settings can be changed even while the centrifuge is running.

With the help of the PULSE key , you can also centrifuge a sample for just a few seconds, if called for.

The Heraeus Megafuge 16/16R is equipped with various safety features:

·     The housing and rotor chamber consist of steel plate, the interior of armour steel, while the front panel is made of high-impact resistant plastic.

·     The lid is equipped with a view port and a lock.

·     The lid of the centrifuge can only be opened while the centrifuge is switched on and the rotor has come to a complete stop. The centrifuge cannot be started until the lid has been closed properly.

·     The integrated rotor detection systems ensures that no inadmissible speed settings can be preselected.

·     Electronic imbalance recognition

·       Lid emergency release: For emergencies only, e.g. during power failures (see

Technical Data

The technical data of the Heraeus Megafuge 16/16R is listed in the following table.

Feature                                                                Value

Environmental conditions                                    -Use in interior spaces

-Altitudes of up to 2,000 m above sea level

-max. relative humidity 80 % up to 31 °C; decreasing linearly up to 50 % relative humidity at 40 °C.

permissible ambient temperature                        +2 °C to +35 °C                      +2 °C to +35 °C

Overvoltage category                                          II                                              II

Pollution degree                                                   2                                              2

Heat dissipation                                                   refrigerated                             ventilated

230V               120V                 230V                        120V

4778 BTU/h     4096 BTU/h      3447 BTU/h                        3901 BTU/h

IP                                                                         20                                            20

running time                                                         unlimited                                 unlimited

max Speed nmax                                                 15200 rpm (depending on the rotor)       15200 rpm (depending on the rotor)

min Speed nmin                                                   300 rpm                                   300 rpm

maximum RCF value at nmax                             25830xg                                  25830xg

maximum kinetic energy                                      62.5 kJ                                    51.7 kJ

noise level at maximum speed                            < 63 dB (A)                             < 63 dB (A)

temperature setting range                                   -10 °C to +40 °C

Dimensions                                                          refrigerated                             ventilated

weight without rotor                                             91.5 kg                                    57.5 kg

Functions and Features

The following table gives an overview of the important functional and performance characteristics of the Heraeus Megafuge 16/16R.

Component / Function                                               Description / Features

Structure / Housing                                                      Galvanized steel chassis with armoured plating

Chamber                                                                      Stainless steel

Drive                                                                             Induction drive without carbon brushes

Keys and display                                                          Easy-to-clean keypad and display surface

Controls                                                                        Microprocessor-controlled

Internal memory                                                           The most recent data is saved

Functions                                                                     RCF-selection, temperature control, pretemp with cooling equipped

devices

Acceleration / braking profiles                                       9 acceleration and 10 braking curves

Rotor recognition                                                          Automatic

Imbalance recognition                                                  Electronic, contingent on rotor and speed

Lid lock                                                                         Automatic lid closing and locking starting from an initial hold

Rotor Selection

The Heraeus Megafuge 16/16R is supplied without a rotor. Various rotors are available to choose from.

The technical data of the rotors and the corresponding adapters and reduction sleeves for various commercially available containers can be found in the corresponding rotor operating manuals.