AnTing TDL-60C Benchtop Low-Speed Centrifuge
| Brand | AnTing |
|---|---|
| Origin | Shanghai, China |
| Model | TDL-60C |
| Instrument Type | Benchtop Centrifuge |
| Speed Range | 0–6000 rpm |
| Max RCF | 5000 ×g |
| Rotor Capacity | 12 × 15 mL (angle rotor) |
| Timer Range | 0–99 min |
| Power Supply | 220 V, 50 Hz, 400 W |
| Dimensions (L×W×H) | 380 mm × 480 mm × 330 mm |
| Weight | 60 kg |
| Construction | Reinforced polymer housing with electronic safety door lock |
| Compliance | Designed for general laboratory separation per ISO 13485-aligned manufacturing practices and CE-marked electrical safety (EN 61010-1) |
Overview
The AnTing TDL-60C is a robust, benchtop low-speed centrifuge engineered for routine sample sedimentation, phase separation, and particle pelleting in life science, clinical diagnostics, and quality control laboratories. Operating on the principle of radial acceleration-induced sedimentation, the TDL-60C generates up to 5000 ×g at its maximum rotational speed of 6000 rpm—sufficient for separating whole blood components (e.g., serum/plasma from erythrocytes), cell suspensions, precipitated proteins, and coarse particulates in aqueous or buffered media. Its fixed-angle rotor configuration ensures consistent orientation of sample tubes during acceleration and deceleration, minimizing vortex formation and supporting high reproducibility across repeated runs. The unit complies with fundamental safety and electromagnetic compatibility requirements outlined in EN 61010-1 for laboratory electrical equipment and is constructed with reinforced polymer materials to reduce structural mass while maintaining mechanical rigidity and vibration damping.
Key Features
- Stable, low-noise operation enabled by precision-balanced brushless DC motor and optimized rotor dynamics
- Electronic safety door interlock system prevents operation when lid is unlatched—meeting IEC 61010-2-020 functional safety expectations for centrifuge enclosures
- Digital timer with 1-minute resolution (0–99 min), supporting unattended batch processing without manual intervention
- Fixed-angle aluminum rotor (12-position, 15 mL tube capacity) pre-calibrated for balanced loading; rotor certification includes traceable balancing documentation
- Thermal management design dissipates motor heat efficiently under continuous duty cycles, extending component service life
- Compact footprint (380 × 480 × 330 mm) optimizes bench space in shared core facilities or mobile lab environments
Sample Compatibility & Compliance
The TDL-60C accommodates standard conical-bottom polypropylene or glass centrifuge tubes (15 mL capacity), including common brands compliant with ISO 8536-5 (glass containers) and ISO 8536-7 (plastic containers). It supports protocols requiring gentle pelleting—such as isolation of peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMCs) at ≤2500 ×g—or rapid clarification of bacterial lysates prior to downstream chromatography. While not validated for biosafety level 3 (BSL-3) containment, the sealed rotor chamber and drip tray minimize aerosol escape during routine use. The instrument meets general-purpose classification under CLSI EP17-A2 guidelines for centrifuge performance verification and aligns with foundational GMP documentation expectations for equipment qualification (IQ/OQ templates available upon request).
Software & Data Management
The TDL-60C operates via embedded microcontroller-based firmware with no external PC dependency. All operational parameters—including speed setpoint, run time, and elapsed time—are displayed on an LED interface with tactile push-button controls. Though it lacks network connectivity or audit trail functionality, its deterministic control logic ensures repeatable execution per user-defined settings. For regulated environments requiring traceability, optional external logging via RS-232 (available on custom-configured units) enables integration into LIMS or ELN systems adhering to FDA 21 CFR Part 11 principles—subject to site-specific validation.
Applications
- Routine serum/plasma separation from whole blood specimens in clinical chemistry labs
- Pelleting of yeast, E. coli, or mammalian cells prior to lysis or cryopreservation
- Clarification of crude enzyme extracts or antibody-containing supernatants
- Sedimentation of latex agglutination reagents in immunoassay development
- Preparative isolation of extracellular vesicles using differential low-speed centrifugation steps (e.g., 2000–10,000 ×g range)
- Quality assurance testing of suspension-based pharmaceutical formulations (e.g., oral suspensions, topical emulsions)
FAQ
What rotor types are compatible with the TDL-60C?
Only the factory-supplied fixed-angle 12-place rotor (designed for 15 mL conical tubes) is certified for use. Swapping rotors voids safety certification and invalidates RCF calculations.
Is the TDL-60C suitable for centrifuging radioactive or hazardous samples?
No. It is not equipped with secondary containment, HEPA filtration, or leak-tight sealing required for BSL-2+ or radiological applications.
Does the unit include calibration documentation?
Yes—each unit ships with a factory calibration certificate verifying speed accuracy (±20 rpm at 6000 rpm) and timer fidelity (±0.5% over full range), traceable to national standards.
Can the centrifuge be operated continuously for extended periods?
Yes, with recommended duty cycles: maximum 60 minutes ON followed by ≥10 minutes OFF to maintain thermal stability of the motor assembly.
What maintenance is required for long-term reliability?
Monthly visual inspection of rotor threads and lid seal integrity; annual cleaning of air intake grilles; biannual verification of door lock engagement force using calibrated torque tools.
