BeadBlaster 24 Microtube Homogenizer , 100–120 V vs Pulse 650™ Ultrasonic Homogenizer , 115V
Which should you choose?
- ▸If budget is the priority, Pulse 650™ Ultrasonic Homogenizer , 115V is the lower-cost option; BeadBlaster 24 Microtube Homogenizer , 100–120 V lists higher and typically adds capability or capacity.
Specifications side by side
| Spec | BeadBlaster 24 Microtube | Pulse 650™ Ultrasonic |
|---|---|---|
| Type | BeadBlaster 24 — premium top-tier bead-mill homogenizer | — |
| Class | Capital — durable bench homogenization instrument | — |
| Power | 600 W (premium motor — 4× BeadBug 6's 145 W) | 650 W |
| Voltage | 100–120 V (universe label specification — confirm 220-240 V availability) | — |
| Capacity | 24-position (likely 24 × 2 mL OR 5 mL tubes) | — |
| 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) | — |
| Alarms | — | Over-temperature, over-load, no-load, time expiration |
| Form factor | — | Stackable: low-profile controller + soundproof enclosure stack to save bench space |
| Included horn | — | 6 mm (for processing samples 10–100 mL) |
| Decontamination | — | UV-C chamber sterilization function |
| Operating modes | — | Continuous + Pulsed operation; programmable pulse ratios |
| Probe placement | — | Remote-controlled motorized lift |
| Display / control | — | Large touch screen for operating parameters |
| Sample volume range | — | 0.1 mL to 500 mL (depends on horn size) |
| Sample visualization | — | Lighted chamber with large front panel for viewing |
| Available horn sizes (sold separately) | — | 2 mm, 3 mm, 6 mm (included), 8 mm, 12 mm — six total covering 0.1 mL to 500 mL volume range |
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 Pulse 650™ Ultrasonic Homogenizer , 115V?
- 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, Pulse 650™ Ultrasonic Homogenizer , 115V 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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