Titan TOS-100 Orbital Shaker

Overview

The Titan TOS-100 Orbital Shaker is a precision-engineered benchtop laboratory shaker designed for consistent, low-shear orbital motion in microbiological culturing, cell suspension, reagent mixing, and general sample homogenization. It operates on the principle of circular orbital motion—where the platform rotates around a fixed central axis with a defined 10 mm orbit diameter—generating gentle yet effective agitation ideal for aerobic bacterial growth, ELISA plate washing support, and suspension of non-adherent cells. Unlike reciprocating or vortex shakers, orbital motion minimizes foam formation and shear stress on sensitive biological samples while ensuring uniform mixing across multi-well plates, Erlenmeyer flasks, and test tubes. The TOS-100 is optimized for ambient-temperature applications only; it does not integrate heating or cooling modules, making it suitable for use inside incubators, cold rooms, or standard lab environments where external temperature control is independently managed.

Key Features

• Adjustable speed control from 50 to 300 rpm with digital LED display and push-button interface for repeatable setting recall.
• Precise mechanical timer supporting durations from 1 minute up to 99 hours and 59 minutes, enabling unattended overnight or multi-day protocols.
• Sturdy aluminum alloy platform with non-slip rubber matting ensures secure placement of vessels ranging from microcentrifuge tubes to 2 L Erlenmeyer flasks.
• Low-noise brushless DC motor delivers high torque at low speeds and maintains long-term operational stability without carbon brush wear or electromagnetic interference.
• Compact footprint (approx. 320 × 280 × 140 mm) and lightweight design (< 8.5 kg) facilitate integration into biosafety cabinets, laminar flow hoods, or crowded benchtop workflows.
• Single-platform configuration optimized for standardized vessel compatibility—no interchangeable platforms or adapters required.

Sample Compatibility & Compliance

The TOS-100 accommodates common laboratory vessels including 6–96-well microplates, PCR plates, glass and plastic culture tubes (12 × 75 mm to 18 × 150 mm), conical centrifuge tubes (15–50 mL), and shake flasks (up to 2 L). Its 10 mm orbit diameter ensures optimal oxygen transfer in aerobic cultures while maintaining laminar fluid dynamics—critical for reproducible microbial growth kinetics per ASTM D2216 and ISO 8199 standards. The unit complies with IEC 61010-1:2010 for electrical safety in laboratory equipment and meets RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU for hazardous substance restrictions. While not certified for GLP or GMP environments out-of-the-box, its stable speed output, timer traceability, and absence of firmware-based data logging make it suitable for QC labs operating under internal SOPs aligned with ISO/IEC 17025 requirements.

Software & Data Management

The TOS-100 operates via standalone hardware controls with no embedded software, network connectivity, or data export capability. All operational parameters—including set speed, elapsed time, and remaining timer duration—are displayed in real time on the front-panel LED screen. This architecture eliminates cybersecurity risks associated with IoT-enabled instruments and simplifies validation in regulated settings where audit trails must be manually recorded. For laboratories requiring electronic recordkeeping, users may integrate the shaker into broader environmental monitoring systems using external programmable logic controllers (PLCs) or data loggers connected via analog 0–10 V or 4–20 mA output interfaces (optional accessory). No FDA 21 CFR Part 11 compliance features are included, as the device lacks user authentication, electronic signatures, or automated data storage.

Applications

• Maintenance of liquid bacterial cultures (e.g., E. coli, Bacillus subtilis) in LB or TB media for plasmid amplification and protein expression studies.
• Cell suspension and passaging of suspension-adapted mammalian lines (e.g., CHO, Sf9) prior to transfection or bioreactor inoculation.
• Antibody-antigen binding enhancement during ELISA and Western blot blocking/washing steps.
• Solubilization and dispersion of nanoparticles, polymers, and lyophilized reagents in buffer solutions.
• Environmental microbiology assays requiring standardized agitation of water or soil extracts for MPN or membrane filtration preparation.
• Pre-analytical sample homogenization for clinical chemistry, hematology, and molecular diagnostics workflows.

FAQ

Does the TOS-100 include temperature control?

No. The TOS-100 is an ambient-only orbital shaker. It does not feature integrated heating or cooling elements. For temperature-regulated shaking, consider pairing it with an external incubator chamber or selecting a thermostatic orbital shaker model.
Can the platform accommodate microplate carriers or flask clamps?

The standard platform supports direct placement of flat-bottom microplates and flasks. Optional accessories—including universal microplate holders and stainless-steel flask clamps—are available separately and compatible with the 10 mm orbit geometry.
Is speed calibration traceable to national standards?

Yes. Each unit undergoes factory calibration using a NIST-traceable tachometer. A calibration certificate (including date, instrument ID, and deviation values at 100/200/300 rpm) is provided upon request at no additional cost.
What maintenance is required?

Routine maintenance is limited to periodic cleaning of the platform surface and inspection of motor mounting bolts. The brushless DC motor requires no lubrication or scheduled replacement within its rated service life of ≥20,000 operating hours.
Is the TOS-100 suitable for use in cleanrooms or ISO Class 5 environments?

Yes—provided the unit is installed outside the critical airflow zone and operated with static-dissipative platform mats. Its sealed motor housing and absence of vented electronics meet ISO 14644-1 particle emission thresholds for Class 8 environments.