Homogenizers
Like the other members of the Benchmark Microtube Homogenizer family, the BeadBug 6 utilizes a three-dimensional shaking motion to disrupt samples. This motion, when combined with beads of the appropriate size and material, causes
high velocity impacts with the sample, and is an extremely fast and efficient method for releasing cellular contents, including nucleic acids and proteins.
- Many different sample types, from cells in culture to organ tissues and bone,
can be homogenized in the BeadBug 6, most within 45 seconds. - Programming the unit is very simple – just set the speed, time, number of cycles, and pause
between cycles, then press start. - Sealed tubes prevent cross-contamination in the BeadBug 6.
- After homogenization, tubes are spun briefly in a centrifuge, and the lysate removed with a pipette.
Designed to fit the needs of medium throughput laboratories, the BeadBug 6 can simultaneously process up to six samples in 2.0ml tubes.