The Vibra-Cell VCX 750 Sonicator is a high-intensity Ultrasonic Processor. It can safely process a wide range of organic and inorganic materials, from micro-liters to liters. Typical applications include: cell lysing, organelle isolation, desegregation, extraction, homogenization, particle size reduction, soil testing, and acceleration of chemical reactions, testing for cavitations erosion, foam abatement, degassing and atomization.
Principle
The ultrasonic power supply (generator) converts 50/60 Hz voltage to high frequency electrical energy. This electrical energy is transmitted to the piezoelectric transducer within the converter, where it is changed to mechanical vibrations. The longitudinal vibrations from the converter are intensified by the probe (horn), creating pressure waves in the liquid. These in turn produce microscopic bubbles (cavities), which expand during the negative pressure excursion and implode violently during the positive excursion. This phenomenon, referred to as cavitation, creates millions of shock waves and releases high levels of energy into the liquid.
Available Probes
Probe 630-0219: 13mm, high intensity for 10-250 ml
Stepped microtip 630-0422: 3mm very high intensity for 0.25 – 10ml
Cup Horn 630-0503: For sterile work, up to 8 x 1.5ml tubes.
User Info
- Before using the instrument for the first time, you must receive instruction from one of the BCF unit persons
- Clean up the probe after use.
- Log your usage in the log book.
- If there are problems, you must log them and notify the person responsible.