Centrifuge Preventative Maintenance
There are various types of centrifuges, depending on the size and sample capacity. Whether your lab is using a low speed, high speed, ultracentrifuge, or any other type, it is important to have your centrifuge on a routine preventative maintenance
Wed Feb 22 2012
There are various types of centrifuges, depending on the size and sample capacity. Whether your lab is using a low speed, high speed, ultracentrifuge, or any other type, it is important to have your centrifuge on a routine preventative maintenance schedule to reduce the risk of safety hazards in the lab.
The rotor is the core of any centrifuge. It contains and spins the material. Since a rotor failure can generally result in total destruction of the centrifuge, rotors should be inspected regularly and removed from service when they are past their expected lifetime.
Some care and maintenance tips include:
- Keep a log to calculate hours of use to help determine when a rotor should be derated or retired.
- Authorized personnel should perform regular inspection.
- Clean and lubricate centrifuges.
- Perform a visual check of all sensitive parts.
- Ensure tubes are balanced.
Learn more about Centrifuge Safety in Lab Manager Magazine.
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Kaylee McCaffreyMedWrench Product ManagerKaylee@medwrench.com