FlexChem Model 202 Ambient Rotator
Benchtop mixing of FlexChem blocks and chemistry vessels
FlexChem Model 202 (shown with optional expansion module) provides ambient end-over-end mixing of solutions. Two rotators are available. A general purpose rotator is used for common chemistry vessels. A rotator for FlexChem Reactor Blocks holds up to four reaction assemblies.
The FlexChem Model 202 Ambient Rotator [Cat.# 1052-24-1 (115V); 1052-24-2 (220V)] is a benchtop unit that provides rotation of FlexChem Synthesis Reactors or commonly used chemistry vessels such as cylinders, flasks, tubes, etc. The Model 202 comes with a choice of two rotators that can be interchangeably mounted and removed from the base. One is used for rotating up to four FlexChem polypropylene or Teflon reactor blocks. A second General Purpose Rotator for every day chemistry vessels is also available. The Model 202 comes standard to operate a single rotator or can be configured for two rotators of either design when equipped with an optional expansion module.
Rotation is provided through a heavy duty motor mounted on the bottom of the unit that drives the rotators through a metal chain and sprocket to efficiently handle loads of 25 lbs. or more. The degree of agitation is controlled by the speed of rotation, which is adjustable from 3 to 20 RPM through a variable speed controller. The compact Model 202 has a footprint of 13 x 17 inches (13 x 31 inches with expansion module) and weighs only 25 lbs. (without rotator), making it easy to transport in and out of a fume hood.
FlexChem General Purpose Chemistry Rotator
Many routine procedures conducted in the chemistry laboratory require heating and mixing of solutions or suspensions in a variety of vessel types. To meet these needs, SciGene has developed a General Purpose Rotator, a rotating platform that can be used with either the Model 404 Rotating Oven or the Model 202 Ambient Rotator.
The General Purpose Rotator consists of two opposed rectangular surfaces of hard-anodized aluminum secured to an axle at the center line. Threaded holes distributed across the aluminum sheets provide attachment points for clamps or springs for holding the desired containers.
Five different sizes of spring clamps are available for holding cylinders up to 1.25 inches in diameter. Springs are also available in four lengths from 1.5 to 7.5 inches that can be attached to the platform in nearly any pattern for securing flasks or other irregularly shaped containers.
A separate loading stand is provided for holding the rotator platforms in a locked horizontal, position when loading containers onto each side. After loading, the rotator is lifted from the stand and placed into the Model 404 Rotating Oven or the Model 202 Ambient Rotator.
