REMI R-8C Laboratory Centrifuge – Benchtop Laboratory Centrifuge

Product Description

The REMI R-8C Laboratory Centrifuge is a general-purpose benchtop centrifugation instrument designed for routine sample separation in medical, hospital, pathology, pharmaceutical, educational, and institutional laboratories. Manufactured by REMI, this laboratory centrifuge uses centrifugal force to separate suspended particles and different components of liquid samples according to their density. It is widely suitable for laboratory sample preparation, biological investigations, clinical testing, and routine research activities.

The REMI R-8C is equipped with a digital speed indicator that allows laboratory personnel to monitor the rotational speed during centrifugation. Its stepless speed regulator provides convenient adjustment of operating speed according to the requirements of different laboratory procedures. The front control panel includes digital displays for speed and time, along with operating controls that make the instrument convenient to use.

The equipment incorporates a digital countdown timer with a setting range of 0–99 minutes. This feature allows users to establish the required centrifugation duration for individual procedures. The centrifuge is also designed with a safety lid interlock mechanism that prevents the cover from being opened while the rotor is running, helping protect laboratory personnel during operation.

Another important feature is its imbalance detection system with automatic cutoff. This safety mechanism helps identify abnormal rotor conditions and stops operation when an imbalance is detected. Proper balancing of sample tubes is essential for safe and reliable centrifugation.

The REMI R-8C offers flexibility through its compatibility with a range of rotor heads and adaptors. Depending on the rotor selected, the instrument can accommodate different sample tube sizes and quantities. Available configurations include swing-out rotor heads and fixed-angle rotor heads, supporting applications involving multiple sample tubes. This flexibility makes the equipment useful for laboratories that perform different types of sample preparation procedures.

The centrifuge is suitable for processing clinical and biological samples, including blood specimens for serum and plasma separation when the appropriate rotor and tubes are used. It can also be employed in pharmaceutical research, biochemical testing, chemical sample preparation, and educational laboratory experiments.

Its enclosed cabinet construction provides a compact and practical benchtop arrangement. The top-loading design offers convenient access to the centrifuge chamber for placing and removing sample tubes. The front-mounted control panel enables easy access to the speed regulator, timer, and operating controls.

The REMI R-8C is designed to support routine laboratory workflows where dependable sample separation and straightforward operation are important. Its digital speed monitoring, stepless speed adjustment, programmable timer, rotor flexibility, imbalance protection, and lid safety interlock make it a practical instrument for laboratories handling regular centrifugation requirements.

The equipment is particularly appropriate for medical diagnostic laboratories, pathology departments, pharmaceutical testing facilities, biotechnology research centres, and academic institutions. Its versatile rotor configurations allow users to select an appropriate arrangement according to sample volume and laboratory application.

Overall, the REMI R-8C Laboratory Centrifuge is a practical laboratory instrument for routine centrifugation and sample preparation. Its user-friendly digital controls, adjustable speed, countdown timer, and integrated safety mechanisms provide a convenient solution for different laboratory separation procedures.

2.1 Applications of the Product

1. Medical Laboratories: Separation of blood samples into serum, plasma, and cellular components using suitable centrifugation protocols.
2. Pathology Laboratories: Preparation and processing of clinical specimens for diagnostic testing.
3. Pharmaceutical Laboratories: Sample preparation and separation of suspended materials during pharmaceutical research and quality-control procedures.
4. Biochemistry Laboratories: Separation of biological components and preparation of samples for biochemical analysis.
5. Clinical Research: Processing of biological specimens for research investigations.
6. Educational Institutions: Demonstration of centrifugation principles and laboratory practical experiments.
7. Biotechnology Laboratories: Separation of cells and biological suspensions using compatible rotors.
8. Industrial Testing Laboratories: Sample preparation and routine quality-control testing.
9. Research and Development: Separation of precipitates and preparation of samples for experimental analysis.

2.2 Features of the Product

• Digital speed indicator for monitoring rotor speed.
• Stepless speed regulator for adjustable centrifugation.
• Digital countdown timer with 0–99-minute setting range.
• Safety lid interlock prevents opening during centrifugation.
• Imbalance detector with automatic cutoff.
• Compatible with different rotor heads and adaptors.
• Swing-out and fixed-angle rotor options.
• Compact benchtop construction.
• User-friendly front-mounted control panel.
• Digital display for speed and timer settings.
• Suitable for routine clinical and laboratory sample processing.
• Designed for medical, pharmaceutical, pathology, and research laboratories.

2.3 Technical Specifications

Specification	Details
Brand	REMI
Model	R-8C
Equipment Type	Laboratory Centrifuge
Operation	Electric
Speed Control	Stepless Speed Regulator
Speed Display	Digital
Maximum Speed	5,250 RPM
Maximum RCF	3,600 × g
Maximum Capacity	300 ml (model specification)
Timer	Digital Countdown Timer
Timer Range	0–99 Minutes
Safety System	Safety Lid Interlock
Imbalance Protection	Imbalance Detector with Cutoff
Rotor Compatibility	Swing-Out and Fixed-Angle Rotors
Installation	Benchtop
Dimensions (W × D × H)	365 × 415 × 350 mm
Power Supply	220–240 V
Frequency	50 Hz
Phase	Single Phase
Manufacturer	REMI

Compatible rotor configurations (subject to availability):

Rotor Model	Sample Capacity	Maximum Speed
R-81	16 × 15 ml	4,000 RPM
R-81A	12 × 15 ml	4,000 RPM
R-81B	8 × 15 ml	4,200 RPM
R-82	6 × 50 ml	4,000 RPM
R-82A	4 × 50 ml	4,000 RPM
R-83	16 × 15 ml	5,250 RPM
R-83A	12 × 15 ml	5,250 RPM
R-83B	8 × 15 ml	5,250 RPM
R-84	6 × 50 ml	5,250 RPM
R-84A	4 × 50 ml	5,250 RPM

Note: Maximum speed and RCF depend on the selected rotor. The listed rotor configurations are compatible options, not confirmation that all rotors are included.

2.4 Condition

Condition: To be confirmed (Brand New / Refurbished / Used).

The equipment condition, operational status, calibration status, and included accessories should be specified according to the actual unit being offered. Rotor heads, sample carriers, adaptors, and other accessories should be listed separately.