2016 Product Resource Guide: Shakers & Rockers
Shakers and rockers are key pieces in many labs. Check out our resources for buying these instruments
9 Questions to Ask When Purchasing a Shaker or Rocker
- What type of motion does the instrument make? (Rocking, waving, small orbits, large orbits, reciprocating etc.).
- Does the shaker or rocker have a timer and does the timer automatically shut the unit off when it counts down?
- Is the angle adjustable?
- What is the RPM accuracy?
- What is the RPM range and what increments can it be controlled in?
- What is the capacity of the unit (both for total weight and volume)?
- What accessories are available?
- What are the temperature and humidity operating conditions for the unit?
- What programming functions, if any, does the unit have?
How Does Your Lab Shake it Up?
Vortex Shaker | 24% |
Orbital Shaker | 18% |
Incubator Shaker | 17% |
Rocking Shaker | 17% |
Vibrating Shaker | 10% |
Biological Shaker | 6% |
Reciprocal Shaker | 5% |
Nutating Shaker | 3% |
Other | 1% |
Top 10 Features/Factors Respondents Look For When Purchasing a Laboratory Shaker
Durability/rugged design | 67% |
Low maintenance/easy to clean | 53% |
Shaking speed | 46% |
Simple operation–easy to program and monitor | 41% |
Compact design | 33% |
Low noise–quiet | 32% |
Warranty | 28% |
Minimal vibration | 26% |
Heating/cooling capability | 26% |
Electronic speed controls | 24% |
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