Non-Refrigerated Orbital Laboratory Incubator Shaker ST-206 with 50mm Orbit

• Smart Touch Interface: A centralized 7-inch LCD touchscreen with P.I.D. technology enables exact control and adjustment of all operational parameters.
• Flexible Multi-Stage Programs: Create complex incubation and shaking methods using up to 5 programmable groups, each supporting 30 individual segments.
• Integrated Data Connectivity: Standard USB and RS485 ports allow simple data export and seamless connection to external devices or networks.
• Instant Hardcopy Documentation: An optional built-in thermal printer provides immediate printouts of process parameters for verification and records.
• Automatic Outage Recovery: The system auto-recovers and resumes operations after a power interruption, ensuring the integrity of extended experiments.
• Assured Measurement Precision Internal calibration for temperature and rotation speed guarantees reliable and repeatable performance over extended use.
• Simultaneous Temperature Readouts: Real-time monitoring displays both chamber temperature and external laboratory conditions on the main screen.
• Efficient Protocol Memory: Store and instantly retrieve commonly used settings with the onboard memory function to simplify repetitive tasks.
• Customizable Lighting Options: Includes standard fluorescent/UV lamps, with an optional LED light module available for specific cultivation requirements.
• Broad Accessory Compatibility: Supports diverse labware formats (flasks, tubes, plates) using supplied and optional racks, platforms, and holders.
• Consistent Vibration Mechanism: A quiet, resilient single-axis 5D drive system produces steady and reproducible orbital shaking.
• Protected Start Function: A gradual soft-start mechanism prevents sudden movement to ensure the safety of sensitive biological samples.
• Efficient Brushless Drive: A durable, maintenance-free brushless motor maintains stable power and precise speed control across the entire range.
• Multi-Level Safety System: Incorporates alerts for parameter drift, automatic stoppage when opened, and safeguards against electrical issues.
• Compact Vertical Design: Freestanding units can be securely stacked up to three high, conserving valuable laboratory floor space.

In the pursuit of scientific reproducibility, the laboratory shaker stands as a pivotal instrument, available in space-saving benchtop or high-capacity floor-standing configurations. Its core mandate is to impart consistent mechanical motion—orbital or linear—to samples. This action facilitates crucial processes: adequate aeration for aerobic cultures, homogenization of multi-component solutions, and the prevention of particulate settling. By doing so, it lays the groundwork for dependable outcomes in protein studies, cell-based assays, and chemical analysis.

The operational principle centers on creating and sustaining uniform experimental conditions. Different shaking modalities serve specific purposes. The orbital path, generating a subtle vortex, is excellent for general mixing and culturing suspension cells. A linear or reciprocating motion is sometimes preferred for certain staining or washing protocols. Specialized rockers offer a see-saw motion for delicate applications. The integration of shaking platforms with incubation chambers (incubator shakers) allows researchers to concurrently control temperature and agitation, mimicking dynamic biological environments.

From research to diagnostics, the utility of shakers is broad. They are indispensable for growing microbial or mammalian cells in liquid media, where mixing prevents clumping and ensures nutrient access. In chemistry, they accelerate dissolution and extraction. In molecular biology labs, they are used for membrane blotting and hybridization procedures. Contemporary devices are equipped with sophisticated control systems, offering precise digital adjustment of operational parameters. Robust construction, along with features like adjustable platform holders and low-noise operation, makes them suitable for continuous use in busy laboratories.