ALab™ MX-M Microplate Mixer
Product Detail
ALab™ MX-M Microplate Mixer is used for holding single or double microplates. It offers a wide range of speed from 0 to 1500 rpm with a single microplate (0–1000 rpm with a double microplate), orbital shaking movement with a 4.5 mm orbital diameter, electronic speed control, and a maintenance-free brushless DC motor.
The footprint of the MX-M Microplate Mixer occupies less bench space and makes the storage easier. It delivers high speed and effective mixing for microplates, with excellent performance from electronic speed control. With adapters for most popular vessels and microtiter plates, it is used for various mixing applications with optional adapters, and it is widely used in life sciences including microbiology, cell and molecular biology, immunology and biotechnology.
Why choose the MX-M
Double: 0–1000 rpm
Specifications General — MX-M
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Brand | ALab™ by ACS Material |
| Model | MX-M |
| SKU # | ALMXM000 |
| Product Type | Microplate mixer |
| Shaking Movement | Orbital |
| Orbital Diameter | 4.5 mm |
| Max. Shaking Weight (with accessory) | 0.5 kg |
| Motor Type | Brushless DC motor |
| Motor Rating Input | 18 W |
| Motor Rating Output | 10 W |
| Speed Range | Single microplate: 0–1500 rpm; double microplate: 0–1000 rpm |
| Speed Display | Scale |
| Voltage, Frequency | 100–240 V, 50/60 Hz |
| Power | 20 W |
| Dimensions | 260 × 150 × 80 mm |
| Weight | 3 kg |
| Permissible Ambient Temperature and Humidity | 5–40 °C, 80% RH |
| Protection Class | IP20 |
Model comparison MX-M vs. MX-S
The MX-M and the MX-S both use orbital mixing motion with a scale speed display. The table lists the published specifications that both brochures state.
| Parameter | MX-M | MX-S |
|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Microplate Mixer | Variable Speed Vortex Mixer |
| Shaking Movement | Orbital | Orbital |
| Orbital Diameter | 4.5 mm | 4 mm |
| Motor Type | Brushless DC motor | Shaded pole motor |
| Motor Rating Input | 18 W | 58 W |
| Motor Rating Output | 10 W | 10 W |
| Speed Display | Scale | Scale |
| Voltage, Frequency | 100–240 V, 50/60 Hz | 100–120 V / 200–240 V, 50/60 Hz |
| Power | 20 W | 60 W |
| Dimensions | 260 × 150 × 80 mm | 127 × 130 × 160 mm (W × H × D) |
| Weight | 3 kg | 2.0 kg |
| Permissible Ambient Temperature and Humidity | 5–40 °C, 80% RH | 5–40 °C, 80% RH |
| Protection Class | IP20 | IP20 |
| SKU # | ALMXM000 | ALMXS000 |
Accessories MX-M
| Model | Image | Cat. No. | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| VT1.3.1 |  | 18900020 | Tube adapter, for 48 holes test tubes, Ø6 mm |
| VT1.3.2 |  | 18900021 | Tube adapter, for 15 holes test tubes, Ø10 mm |
| VT1.3.3 |  | 18900022 | Tube adapter, for 12 holes test tubes, Ø12 mm |
| VT1.3.4 |  | 18900023 | Tube adapter, for 8 holes test tubes, Ø16 mm |
| VT1.3.5 |  | 18900024 | Tube adapter, for 8 holes test tubes, Ø20 mm |
| VT1.3.6 |  | 18900043 | Platform pad, Ø99 mm, multiple small tubes and vessels |
| VT1.3.8 |  | 18900395 | Tube adapter, for 24 holes test tubes, Ø10 mm |
| VT1.3.9 |  | 18204185 | PCR tube adapter, for 56 test PCR tubes, strips of 8, Ø5 mm (0.1–0.5 mL) |
| VT1.3.10 |  | 18900855 | Tube adapter, for 4 holes, Ø28 mm (50 mL) |
| VT1.3.11 |  | 18900862 | Tube adapter, 12 × Ø9.8 mm + 12 × Ø6.6 mm + 12 × Ø5 mm (1.5/2.0/0.5/0.2 mL) |
| VT1.3.12 |  | 18900875 | Large platform multi-specimen test tube adapter, 44 holes × Ø5 mm + 55 holes × Ø6.6 mm + 30 holes × Ø9.8 mm (1.5/2.0/0.5/0.2 mL) |
| PS1.1 |  | 18900067 | Universal top plate, used with tube adapters |
| PS1.2 |  | 18204340 | Single well plate tray kit: work plate (suitable for fully-skirted PCR plates, cell culture plates, enzyme immunoassay plates, and deep-well plates; use with a well plate adapter for half-skirted or non-skirted PCR plates) |
| PS1.3 |  | 18204341 | Double microplate clamps |
The PS1.1 universal top plate is used with tube adapters. The MX-M is used for various mixing applications with optional adapters; accessories are listed by model and catalog number.
Package contents
| Supplied with the instrument | Qty |
|---|---|
| ALab™ MX-M Microplate Mixer main unit | 1 |
Optional adapters, clamps and plates are listed above by model and catalog number. Package contents reflect the current published configuration; the itemized bill of materials is confirmed on the quotation.
Where it fits
Frequently asked questions
What speed range does the MX-M offer?
0–1500 rpm with a single microplate and 0–1000 rpm with a double microplate. Speed is controlled electronically, and the speed display is a scale.
Can I mix two microplates at once?
Yes. The MX-M is used for holding single or double microplates, and the PS1.3 double microplate clamps (Cat. No. 18204341) are listed for it. With a double microplate the speed range is 0–1000 rpm.
What are the shaking movement and orbital diameter?
The shaking movement is orbital, with a 4.5 mm orbital diameter. The max. shaking weight (with accessory) is 0.5 kg.
Which plates fit the PS1.2 single well plate tray kit?
The PS1.2 work plate is suitable for fully-skirted PCR plates, cell culture plates, enzyme immunoassay plates, and deep-well plates. Use it with a well plate adapter for half-skirted or non-skirted PCR plates.
Can the MX-M mix tubes as well as microplates?
Yes, with optional adapters. The tube adapters cover: VT1.3.1–VT1.3.5 and VT1.3.8 for 48, 15, 12, 8, 8, and 24 test tubes (Ø6–20 mm), VT1.3.10 for 4 holes of Ø28 mm (50 mL), VT1.3.9 for 56 PCR tubes in strips of 8, and the VT1.3.11 and VT1.3.12 multi-size adapters. The VT1.3.6 platform pad (Ø99 mm) is for multiple small tubes and vessels, and the PS1.1 universal top plate is used with tube adapters.
What is included as standard?
The MX-M main unit. Clamps, the tray kit, the top plate, and the adapters are listed by model and catalog number; specify them on the quotation, where the final scope of supply is confirmed.
How does the MX-M differ from the MX-S?
Both use orbital mixing motion, a scale speed display, a motor rating output of 10 W, and IP20 protection. The MX-M is a microplate mixer with a brushless DC motor (motor rating input 18 W), a 4.5 mm orbital diameter, 100–240 V, 50/60 Hz, and 20 W power. The MX-S is a variable speed vortex mixer with a shaded pole motor (motor rating input 58 W), a 4 mm orbital diameter, 100–120 V / 200–240 V, 50/60 Hz, and 60 W power.
What power supply and environment does it need?
Voltage, frequency: 100–240 V, 50/60 Hz; power: 20 W. Permissible ambient temperature and humidity: 5–40 °C, 80% RH. Protection class: IP20.