BeadBlaster 24 Microtube Homogenizer, 100–120 V vs BeadBug 3 Microtube Homogenizer, 115/230 V
Which should you choose?
- ▸If budget is the priority, BeadBug 3 Microtube Homogenizer, 115/230 V is the lower-cost option; BeadBlaster 24 Microtube Homogenizer, 100–120 V lists higher and typically adds capability or capacity.
- ▸Capacity: BeadBlaster 24 Microtube Homogenizer, 100–120 V is "24-position (likely 24 × 2 mL OR 5 mL tubes)" vs BeadBug 3 Microtube Homogenizer, 115/230 V at "3 microtubes simultaneously", match this to your application.
Specifications side by side
| Spec | BeadBlaster 24 Microtube | BeadBug 3 Microtube |
|---|---|---|
| Type | BeadBlaster 24 — premium top-tier bead-mill homogenizer | BeadBug 3 bead-based microtube homogenizer |
| Class | Capital — durable bench homogenization instrument | Capital — durable bench homogenization instrument |
| Power | 600 W (premium motor — 4× BeadBug 6's 145 W) | 50 W |
| Voltage | 100–120 V (universe label specification — confirm 220-240 V availability) | 115 V or 230 V, 50–60 Hz (discrete variants) |
| Capacity | 24-position (likely 24 × 2 mL OR 5 mL tubes) | 3 microtubes simultaneously |
| Compatible tubes | Full D1031-D1034 prefilled family (silica / zirconium / steel / garnet / 5 mL) + D1131-D1134 bulk beads | — |
| 5 mL tube compatible | Yes (D1034-28 stainless 5 mL is D2400-only; D1034-30 zirconium 5 mL works on D1036 + D2400) | — |
| Sister refrigerated variant | D2400-R BeadBlaster 24R Refrigerated ($16,172 — $9,886.00 step-up for refrigeration) | — |
| Compatible consumables | — | D1031-* prefilled bead tube family (e.g., D1031-01 silica beads, $136 / 50pk) |
| Sister D1000 rotor-stator | — | D1000 ($1,380 — handheld rotor-stator, different technology) |
| Cross-family Industrial BeadBlaster | — | IPD9600 BeadBlaster 96 (96-well production-scale bead mill, ~$12,738 — Benchmark Industrial product line) |
Highlighted rows differ. Specs are sourced from manufacturer documentation.
FAQ
- What's the difference between the BeadBlaster 24 Microtube Homogenizer, 100–120 V and the BeadBug 3 Microtube Homogenizer, 115/230 V?
- The main differences are in Type, Class, Power. The table above shows every spec side by side; the decision guide highlights which fits which use case.
- Which should I buy?
- If budget is the priority, BeadBug 3 Microtube Homogenizer, 115/230 V is the lower-cost option; BeadBlaster 24 Microtube Homogenizer, 100–120 V lists higher and typically adds capability or capacity.
- Do both carry a warranty?
- Yes, both are sold through Legacy Lab Supplies as an authorized distributor and carry full manufacturer warranty.
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