OHAUS FC5513 Frontier 5000 Micro Centrifuge, 24 x 1.5/2.0 mL Capacity, High-Speed Lab Centrifuge

OHAUS FC5513 Frontier 5000 Micro Centrifuge — 13,500 rpm High-Speed Performance

When sample throughput and speed accuracy matter, the OHAUS FC5513 Frontier 5000 Micro Centrifuge meets the challenge. Reaching 13,500 rpm with a maximum RCF of 17,317 × g, this compact centrifuge is built for DNA/RNA preparation, ultrafiltration, and other demanding microvolume applications — all within a footprint that preserves valuable bench space.

Key Features

• High-Speed Operation to 13,500 rpm: A brushless motor delivers precise rotational speeds across the 200–13,500 rpm range, enabling both gentle pelleting and aggressive separation.
• 17,317 × g Maximum RCF: High relative centrifugal force clears microparticle pellets and filtrate efficiently, reducing centrifugation cycles and saving protocol time.
• 24-Place 1.5/2.0 mL Rotor: The standard angle rotor accommodates the most common microcentrifuge tube formats, with biocontainment sealing available for biosafety-sensitive samples.
• 10-Step Acceleration and Deceleration: Programmable ramp profiles protect fragile samples and help achieve reproducible buffy-coat separations or gradient runs.
• 99 Stored Programs: Save and recall complete run parameters — speed, time, and ramp profiles — to standardize protocols across users and reduce setup errors.
• Quickspin Function: One-touch short-spin capability collects reagents from tube walls instantly, a small convenience that adds up over a full day of benchwork.
• Compact Brushless Motor Design: Low noise (≤60 dB(A)) and minimal vibration make the FC5513 compatible with shared laboratory environments.

Detailed Overview

The OHAUS FC5513 Centrifuge is engineered for micro-volume processing in molecular biology, clinical research, and biochemistry laboratories. Its backlit LCD interface places speed, time, and acceleration settings on a single screen, reducing the keystrokes required between runs. The mechanical lid lock provides an audible confirmation of closure before spinning begins, and the multi-safety control system monitors imbalance, over-speed, and lid status simultaneously. The hematocrit rotor option (24 capillaries) broadens applicability to point-of-care-adjacent workflows. Rotor recognition is handled manually, which keeps the unit simple and cost-effective while still supporting multiple rotor configurations. CE and FCC certifications confirm compliance with international electromagnetic and safety standards. The unit operates reliably across a 5–35°C ambient range, making it suitable for temperature-controlled rooms and standard bench environments alike.

Applications

• DNA and RNA isolation protocols
• Ultrafiltration of small-volume biological samples
• Protein precipitation and pelleting
• Hematocrit determination from capillary samples

Why Choose the OHAUS FC5513?

Molecular biology labs that process high volumes of 1.5 and 2.0 mL tubes need a centrifuge that is fast, programmable, and unobtrusive. The FC5513 delivers exactly that — high RCF with quiet operation and a small bench footprint. Order today to add reliable high-speed micro-centrifugation to your workflow.