Roller 6 Digital from IKA: a high-performance digital roller shaker for biological and analytical applications
The Roller 6 Digital from IKA is a sophisticated laboratory device designed to meet the growing needs of professionals in the mixing of biological samples, solid/liquid suspensions and viscous fluids. Thanks to its digital technology and robust construction, it offers uniform and constant agitation, which is essential for cell culture procedures, medical diagnostics, blood sample preparation and chemical analysis.
This model operates using a perfectly synchronised rocking and rolling motion, providing homogeneous mixing without disrupting fragile samples. The unit is equipped with six interchangeable and removable rollers, 32 mm in diameter and 327 mm long, arranged over a working area of 350 mm. Their fixed 3° angle ensures optimal and gentle rolling, reducing the risk of separation or sedimentation of components.
One of the major advantages of the Roller 6 Digital is its ability to adapt to different formats of tubes or cylindrical vials, making it a versatile tool for various experimental protocols. In addition, the easy removal of the rollers not only allows for the handling of larger containers, but also simplifies cleaning in the event of accidental spillage.
The intuitive control panel, equipped with a segmented LED display, ensures smooth and quick navigation. The user can precisely adjust the speed in increments of 1 rpm, between 5 and 80 rpm, and program operating cycles ranging from a few seconds to nearly 100 hours using an integrated timer. The Roller 6 Digital also offers a continuous operating mode, making it ideal for prolonged experiments or test series.
Its compact size (dimensions: 240 x 115 x 545 mm) and low weight (4 kg) make it easy to integrate into a workbench or incubator. It operates efficiently at ambient temperatures between 4 and 50 °C, with relative humidity up to 80%. In terms of safety, the device has an IP21 protection rating and displays errors using specific codes in the event of a malfunction.
Designed for universal power supply (100 to 240 V, 50/60 Hz), the stirrer consumes little energy (24 W), making it an economical and environmentally friendly solution for laboratories concerned about their energy consumption.
The IKA Roller 6 Digital combines precision, flexibility and robustness, and stands out as an indispensable tool in any laboratory engaged in research or analysis requiring gentle yet effective mixing of samples.
