OHAUS FC5515R Frontier 5000 Micro Refrigerated Centrifuge, 44 x 1.5/2.0 mL, 12 x 5 mL Capacity

OHAUS FC5515R Frontier 5000 Refrigerated Centrifuge — Temperature-Controlled High-Speed Separation

Temperature-sensitive samples require more than raw speed — they demand controlled cooling throughout every run. The OHAUS FC5515R Frontier 5000 Refrigerated Micro Centrifuge combines 15,200 rpm capability with a −20°C to 40°C refrigeration range, protecting biomolecules, enzymes, and clinical specimens from heat degradation during extended protocols.

Key Features

• Integrated Refrigeration to −20°C: Active cooling maintains user-set temperatures from −20°C to 40°C, with a pre-cool function that reaches 4°C from room temperature in under 10 minutes.
• 15,200 rpm / 21,953 × g Performance: Higher maximum speed and RCF versus the non-refrigerated model enable efficient pelleting of sub-micron particles and density-gradient separations.
• 44-Place Rotor Capacity: A 44 × 1.5/2.0 mL angle rotor maximizes sample throughput per run, reducing processing time for batched assays.
• Motor-Driven Lid Lock: An automated lid-locking mechanism provides an additional safety layer, preventing accidental opening during high-speed operation.
• Multiple Rotor Compatibility: Five rotor options — including 12 × 5 mL sealable, 30 × 1.5/2.0 mL sealable, and PCR strip configurations — cover a broad range of tube formats.
• 10-Step Ramp Control: Precise acceleration and deceleration profiles protect gradient layers and support differential centrifugation workflows.
• 99 Stored Programs: Protocol libraries can be built and recalled quickly, standardizing refrigerated runs across a team and reducing setup variability.

Detailed Overview

The OHAUS FC5515R Centrifuge addresses workflows where temperature management is as critical as centrifugal force. Genomic samples, serum fractions, and enzyme preparations all benefit from consistent chilling during pelleting or separation. The refrigeration system is integrated directly into the chamber, eliminating external cooling baths and simplifying the workspace. With sealable rotor options for 1.5 mL, 2.0 mL, and 5 mL tubes, biosafety containment requirements are met without sacrificing throughput. The PCR strip rotor option extends the unit's utility into thermal-cycling support applications. Noise is held to ≤57 dB(A) — quieter than the non-refrigerated model — and CE/FCC certifications ensure global deployment compatibility. The unit draws 500 W maximum, which should be factored into lab circuit planning for installations with multiple high-power instruments.

Applications

• Cold-temperature protein and enzyme pelleting
• Plasma and serum separation for clinical assays
• Nucleic acid isolation requiring temperature control
• Biosafety-contained centrifugation with sealable rotors
• PCR strip collection prior to thermocycling

Why Choose the OHAUS FC5515R?

Research and clinical labs handling temperature-sensitive samples need refrigerated capacity without sacrificing speed or throughput. The FC5515R delivers best-practice cold-spin performance in a bench-compatible format, with the safety of a motor-driven lid lock and broad rotor compatibility. Order today to protect sample integrity from first spin to final pellet.