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Description
Bead Kits for the BeadBug™ and BeadBlaster™ HomogenizersOverview Beads in pre filled tubes for use with the BeadBug, BeadBug 6, and BeadBlaster 24 Homogenizers from Benchmark Scientific. Each kit contains 50 pre filled tubes. Pre filled tube kits contain one of the following types of beads: Glass beads (0. 1, 0. 5, or 1. 0 mm) Triple Pure zirconium beads which are acid washed, heat treated and tested to be free of nucleases (0. 1, 0. 5, 1. 0, 1. 5, or 3. 0 mm) Recommended for most applications. Steel beads
Overview
Beads in pre-filled tubes for use with the BeadBug™, BeadBug™ 6, and BeadBlaster™ 24 Homogenizers from Benchmark Scientific. Each kit contains 50 pre-filled tubes.
Pre-filled tube kits contain one of the following types of beads:
- Glass beads (0.1, 0.5, or 1.0 mm)
- Triple Pure™ zirconium beads which are acid washed, heat treated and tested to be free of nucleases (0.1, 0.5, 1.0, 1.5, or 3.0 mm) Recommended for most applications.
- Steel beads which are acid washed. (2.8 mm) Great for homogenization of hard samples and dry grinding!
- A mix of sharp garnet shards (~0.5 mm) and a single, 6 mm zirconium satellite. Acid washed. Good for cutting through rubbery or elastic samples that are difficult to smash through with blunt force.
Bead kits are available with 2.0 ml and 5.0 ml tubes. (5.0 ml tubes only available with steel beads.)
Please Note: 5.0 ml tubes are only for use in the BeadBug™ 6 or BeadBlaster™ 24 and require the 5 ml Tube Adapter.
Different bead-mill homogenizers have different specifications. We therefore do not recommend substituting the beads or tubes from one homogenizer for use in another homogenizer unless you are certain that they will work properly.
Bead Suitability Chart
Please note that the chart below is only provided as a guideline. Various factors, especially sample size, will influence the bead kit which is optimal for your sample.
FAQ
Are the bead kits sterile?
They are not sterile. Beads are washed and heat treated and kits are filled in a clean room environment, but they cannot be guaranteed to be sterile. If you require sterility, it is recommended that you autoclave them before use (just remember to loosen or remove the caps prior to autoclaving).
Are the Triple Pure™ zirconium beads compatible with organic solvents, such as phenol and chloroform?
Yes, they are non-reactive with organic solvents.
How many beads are there in each tube?
The tubes are filled by mass and have a target mass with a high/low tolerance. This varies based on the type of bead used, as follows:
| Bead Type | Target Mass | High / Low Mass |
| 0.1 mm glass | 380 mg | 430 / 330 mg |
| 0.5 mm glass | 380 mg | 430 / 330 mg |
| 1.0 mm glass | 470 mg | 520 / 420 mg |
| 0.1 mm zirconium | 600 mg | 650 / 550 mg |
| 0.5 mm zirconium | 520 mg | 570 / 470 mg |
| 1.0 mm zirconium | 1040 mg | 1090 / 990 mg |
| 1.5 mm zirconium | 950 mg | 1000 / 900 mg |
| 3.0 mm zirconium | 420 mg | 470 / 370 mg |
| 2.8 mm steel | 700 mg | 750 / 650 mg |
Shipping Notes
- Free Standard Shipping on $100+ Orders to the USA.
- Except Preorder products are shipped in 48 hours.
- Delivery to the USA:
- Standard Shipping : 3-10 business days
- If time is of the essence, please consider selecting expedited delivery for faster service.
Exchange/Return Notes
- We offer a 30-day return/exchange service after receiving.
- Final sale items are not eligible for returns or exchanges.
- To process your return/exchange, please contact us at [email protected]
- Please click here for more details>>> Return & Exchange Policy