Beckman Coulter Avanti J-HC Centrifuge

Key Features

• High-capacity centrifuge for large-volume sample processing
• Includes JS‑4.2 rotor for versatile swinging bucket applications
• Supports up to 9 L throughput for high-efficiency workflows
• Swinging bucket design for improved separation quality
• Fast acceleration and deceleration for time savings
• Refrigerated operation for temperature-sensitive samples
• Low heat output for enhanced sample integrity
• Advanced safety features and imbalance detection
• Compatible with a wide range of Beckman rotors and labware

Applications

• Cell harvesting (bacterial, yeast, mammalian)
• Blood processing and component separation
• Protein precipitation and clarification
• Bioprocessing and fermentation workflows
• Large-volume sample preparation
• Clinical and research centrifugation

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Frequently Asked Questions

• What is the Beckman Avanti J‑HC centrifuge used for?
  The Avanti J‑HC is a high-capacity centrifuge used for large-volume processing applications such as cell harvesting, blood component separation, and bioprocessing workflows.
• What rotor is included with this system?
  This system includes a JS‑4.2 swinging bucket rotor with buckets, designed for high-capacity, gentle separation of large sample volumes.
• What is the capacity of the JS‑4.2 rotor?
  The JS‑4.2 rotor supports up to approximately 6 liters total capacity, typically configured as 6 x 1000 mL buckets. [1](https://www.agilent.com/cs/library/datasheets/public/5990-6100EN.pdf)
• What is the maximum speed of the JS‑4.2 rotor?
  The JS‑4.2 rotor operates at a maximum speed of 4,200 rpm, providing efficient sedimentation of larger particles and biological samples. [1](https://www.agilent.com/cs/library/datasheets/public/5990-6100EN.pdf)
• What is the maximum RCF (g-force) of the rotor?
  The rotor delivers up to approximately 5,020 × g, making it suitable for cell pelleting, blood separation, and protein precipitation. [1](https://www.agilent.com/cs/library/datasheets/public/5990-6100EN.pdf)
• What is the maximum capacity of the Avanti J‑HC centrifuge?
  The system can handle up to 9 liters total volume, allowing high-throughput batch processing. [2](https://docslib.org/doc/624538/dynapro%C2%AE-plate-reader-ii-users-guide)
• Is this a refrigerated centrifuge?
  Yes, the Avanti J‑HC features temperature control typically ranging from -10°C to +40°C, making it suitable for temperature-sensitive samples.
• What types of samples can this centrifuge process?
  It is ideal for processing bacterial cultures, mammalian cells, blood products, protein precipitates, and large-volume biological samples.
• What are the advantages of a swinging bucket rotor?
  Swinging bucket rotors provide uniform sedimentation and better separation quality because samples spin horizontally, reducing smearing and improving resolution.
• Can this centrifuge support other rotors?
  Yes, the Avanti J‑HC is compatible with a wide range of Beckman Coulter rotors, including both swinging bucket and fixed-angle designs.
• Is the rotor included a high-value accessory?
  Yes, the JS‑4.2 rotor and buckets are high-value components that significantly increase system versatility and are often sold separately.
• What industries commonly use this centrifuge?
  Common users include pharmaceutical laboratories, biotechnology companies, clinical labs, and research institutions requiring high-volume centrifugation.