ALab™ MX-C Cell Disruptor
Product Detail
ALab™ MX-C Cell Disruptor disrupts cells, yeast, bacteria, algae, fungi, etc. to prepare cell lysates for further processing. It offers easy-to-operate, rapid hands-free disruption of up to 8 microtubes (capacity 8 × 2 mL) with an adjustable speed range of 0–3000 rpm and a 4 mm orbital diameter.
Durable, reliable and affordable, the MX-C processes at a constant, controlled shear rate with a high-speed circumferential vortex and oscillation function. It maintains genome integrity of the biological samples and facilitates subsequent purification of genomic material, and is best suited for research laboratories demanding accurate, reproducible, repeatable results. Suitable for all sample types, it is used for lysis of yeast and fungi; isolation of genomic material from faecal samples, fungi and bacteria samples and soil samples; isolation of PCR-ready genomic DNA from soil samples; DNA & RNA purification; lysis of bacteria; lysis of soft tissues; isolation of genomic DNA; purification of DNA; cell lysis; lysing the cell wall of yeast; and breaking hard/brittle samples.
Why choose the MX-C
Specifications General — MX-C
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Brand | ALab™ by ACS Material |
| Model | MX-C |
| SKU # | ALMXC000 |
| Product Type | Cell disruptor |
| Functions | Disrupts cells, yeast, bacteria, algae, fungi, etc. to prepare cell lysates for further processing |
| Mixing motion | High-speed circumferential vortex and oscillation function |
| Orbital diameter | 4 mm |
| Speed range | 0–3000 rpm (Adjustable) |
| Speed display | Scale |
| Capacity | 8 × 2 mL |
| Power Requirements | 200–240 V / 100–120 V, 50/60 Hz, 60 W |
| Dimension | 127 × 130 × 160 mm |
| Weight | 2.0 kg |
Model comparison MX-C vs. MX-S
The MX-C and the MX-S share the same published 0–3000 rpm speed range with a scale speed display, a 4 mm orbital diameter, 60 W power, 127 × 130 × 160 mm dimensions and a 2.0 kg weight. The MX-C is a cell disruptor for up to 8 microtubes; the MX-S is a variable speed vortex mixer. The table lists the published specifications of both models.
| Parameter | MX-C | MX-S |
|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Cell disruptor | Variable speed vortex mixer |
| Mixing motion | High-speed circumferential vortex and oscillation function | Orbital |
| Orbital diameter | 4 mm | 4 mm |
| Speed range | 0–3000 rpm (Adjustable) | 0–3000 rpm |
| Speed display | Scale | Scale |
| Capacity / standard top | 8 × 2 mL | VT1.1 standard top (default), for <Ø30 mm tubes and small vessels |
| Voltage, frequency | 200–240 V / 100–120 V, 50/60 Hz | 100–120 V / 200–240 V, 50/60 Hz |
| Power | 60 W | 60 W |
| Dimension | 127 × 130 × 160 mm | 127 × 130 × 160 mm (W × H × D) |
| Weight | 2.0 kg | 2.0 kg |
| SKU # | ALMXC000 | ALMXS000 |
Package contents
| Supplied with the instrument | Qty |
|---|---|
| ALab™ MX-C Cell Disruptor main unit | 1 |
Package contents reflect the current published configuration; the itemized bill of materials is confirmed on the quotation.
Where it fits
Frequently asked questions
What does the MX-C do?
The MX-C cell disruptor disrupts cells, yeast, bacteria, algae, fungi, etc. to prepare cell lysates for further processing. It processes at a constant, controlled shear rate, maintains genome integrity of the biological samples and facilitates subsequent purification of genomic material.
How many tubes can it process at once?
Up to 8 microtubes: the published capacity is 8 × 2 mL, with easy-to-operate, rapid hands-free disruption.
What speed range and motion does it use?
An adjustable speed range of 0–3000 rpm with a scale speed display. The mixing motion is a high-speed circumferential vortex and oscillation function with a 4 mm orbital diameter.
Which applications is it suited for?
It is suitable for all sample types, including lysis of yeast and fungi; isolation of genomic material from faecal samples, fungi and bacteria samples and soil samples; isolation of PCR-ready genomic DNA from soil samples; DNA & RNA purification; lysis of bacteria; lysis of soft tissues; isolation of genomic DNA; purification of DNA; cell lysis; lysing the cell wall of yeast; and breaking hard/brittle samples.
Who is it designed for?
It is best suited for research laboratories demanding accurate, reproducible, repeatable results. It is durable, reliable and affordable.
How does the MX-C differ from the MX-S?
Both have a published 0–3000 rpm speed range with a scale speed display, a 4 mm orbital diameter, 60 W power, 127 × 130 × 160 mm dimensions and a 2.0 kg weight. The MX-C is a cell disruptor with a high-speed circumferential vortex and oscillation function and a capacity of 8 × 2 mL; the MX-S is a variable speed vortex mixer with an orbital motion and the VT1.1 standard top for tubes under Ø30 mm and small vessels.
What power supply does it need, and how large is it?
Power requirements: 200–240 V / 100–120 V, 50/60 Hz, 60 W. Dimension: 127 × 130 × 160 mm; weight: 2.0 kg.