Sorvall X4 Pro Centrifuge: Performance, Precision, and Laboratory Adaptability
The Sorvall X4 Pro is a versatile benchtop centrifuge developed by Thermo Fisher Scientific, distinguished by its ability to combine powerful separation capabilities with thermal stability. Designed for laboratory professionals and in vitro diagnostic specialists, it meets the needs of medium to high-volume centrifugation with rigor and consistency.
This model supports a wide voltage range (100 V to 240 V), allowing easy integration into various international settings. Its maximum speed reaches 15,200 revolutions per minute, with a relative centrifugal force (RCF) of up to 25,830 × g, depending on the selected rotor. These values ensure rapid and effective separation of biological components, particularly in blood analysis, immunological testing, or metabolic assessments.
Thanks to its sealed structure and aerosol-tight capabilities, the Sorvall X4 Pro guarantees a high level of user safety, especially in clinical settings. Its noise level remains below 70 dB(A), contributing to a more pleasant working environment, even during full-power operation. The average thermal output varies depending on voltage but stays within reasonable ranges, around 1 kW/h, thus preventing any local overheating.
The centrifuge housing is optimized for a compact footprint: 445 mm in width, 660 mm in depth, and 364 mm in height (with the lid closed), with a total weight of 61 kg without the rotor. These dimensions allow easy integration on a standard laboratory benchtop while maintaining solid internal processing capacity.
In terms of compatibility, the Sorvall X4 Pro supports a wide range of rotors, including the TX-750, TX-1000, H-FLEX HS4, HIGHPlate 6000, and several Fiberlite rotors such as the F15-6 x 100y, F21-48 x 2, or F10-6 x 100 LEX. This rotor diversity allows quick adaptation to different protocols, whether for conical tubes, microplates, or containers specific to in vitro diagnostics.
The operating temperature ranges from +2 °C to +35 °C, while storage is possible between -10 °C and +55 °C, with humidity levels up to 85%. The system is designed to operate at altitudes up to 3,000 meters, making it suitable for a wide variety of geographical contexts.
Its runtime is programmable up to 99 hours, 59 minutes, and 59 seconds, in one-second increments, ensuring complete customization of centrifugation cycles. Users can finely adjust the settings and monitor system performance in real time thanks to an ergonomic user interface.
