Benchmark SB12L Shaking Water Bath

The Benchmark SB12L Shaking Water Bath combines precision temperature control and orbital shaking motion to provide a reliable solution for laboratory sample incubation, agitation, and mixing. This advanced water bath is designed to accept a wide variety of vessels, including test tubes, Erlenmeyer flasks, and media bottles, making it ideal for a range of laboratory applications.

Key Features:

• Orbital Shaking Motion: The shaking motion is provided by a well-proven, beltless motor drive system from the Benchmark Orbi-Shaker™ series, delivering smooth and consistent shaking across a wide range of temperatures.
• Temperature Control: Offers precise temperature control from ambient +5°C to 80°C, ensuring accurate and consistent heating of samples. Temperature accuracy is maintained within ±0.3°C at 37°C, with a uniformity of ±0.2°C at 37°C.
• Spring-Loaded Universal Platform: The included spring-loaded platform can hold 15 mL and 50 mL test tubes, as well as 1-liter Erlenmeyer flasks and media bottles. The platform’s versatility allows it to accommodate a variety of sample types, providing great flexibility for different laboratory needs.
• Compact Design: The compact design of the SB12L conserves valuable benchtop space, making it an excellent choice for labs with limited workspace.
• Digital Controls: The digital control panel allows easy monitoring and adjustment of temperature and shaking speed. The constant feedback system ensures accurate control over all parameters.
• Hinged and Removable Lid: The hinged lid helps reduce energy waste, prevent splashing, and divert condensation away from the samples, ensuring an optimal environment for your experiments.

Technical Specifications:

• Temperature Range: Ambient +5°C to 80°C
• Capacity: 12 liters
• Temperature Accuracy: ±0.3°C at 37°C
• Temperature Uniformity: ±0.2°C at 37°C
• Temperature Increment: 0.1°C
• Shaking Speed Range: 30 to 200 rpm (increments of 1 rpm)
• Shaking Orbit: 25mm (1”)
• Timer: 1 minute to 48 hours or continuous operation
• Dimensions: 12.2 x 13.5 x 12 in / 31.7 x 34.5 x 30 cm
• Electrical: 115V, 60Hz or 230V, 50Hz / 300W
• Weight: 31 lbs (14 kg)

Ordering Information:

• SB0012: SB12L Shaking Water Bath with universal spring platform for tubes, bottles, and flasks
• SB0012-T1520: Optional rack for 1.5/2.0 mL microtubes
• SB0012-T5: Optional rack for 0.5 mL microtubes

Capacity Chart:

• Bottles/Tubes:
  • 0.5 mL: 40
  • 1.5/2.0 mL: 40
  • 50 mL: 63
  • 150 mL: 15/30
  • 125 mL: 8
  • 250 mL: 4
  • 500 mL: 2
• Flasks:
  • 125 mL: 2
  • 250 mL: 2
  • 500 mL: 1

Conclusion: The Benchmark SB12L Shaking Water Bath is an excellent solution for precise temperature-controlled shaking and incubation in laboratory environments. Its versatile design accommodates a variety of sample vessels, including test tubes, flasks, and bottles, while the digital control system ensures accuracy and ease of use. Perfect for a range of applications, including sample mixing, incubation, and heating, the SB12L delivers reliable performance in a compact, energy-efficient design.