Z206-A Compact Centrifuge, 120V vs Z216-M MicroCentrifuge, 120V
Which should you choose?
- ▸If budget is the priority, Z206-A Compact Centrifuge, 120V is the lower-cost option; Z216-M MicroCentrifuge, 120V lists higher and typically adds capability or capacity.
Specifications side by side
| Spec | Z206-A Compact Centrifuge, | Z216-M MicroCentrifuge, 120V |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 120 V / 50 – 60 Hz, 100 W | — |
| Weight | 29 lb (15 kg) | — |
| Max. RCF | 4,427 × g | 21,379 × g |
| Max. speed | 6,000 rpm | 15,000 rpm |
| Max. volume | 6 × 50 mL | — |
| Noise level | < 60 dBA at max. speed | < 60 dBA at max. speed |
| Speed range | 200 – 6,000 rpm | 200 – 15,000 rpm |
| Running time | 10 s to 59 min 50 s (in 10 s increments); 1 min to 99 h 59 min (in 1 min increments) | 10 s to 59 min 50 s (10 s increments); 1 min to 99 h 59 min (1 min increments); continuous mode |
| Tube-size range | 0.2 mL to 50 mL (rotor-dependent) | — |
| Safety standards | IEC 61010 | IEC 61010 |
| Rotor compatibility | Three fixed-angle rotor options + one 6 × 5 mL swing-out rotor (all sold separately) | — |
| Dimensions (W × H × D) | 11 in × 14.5 in × 10.2 in (28 × 37 × 26 cm) | 11 in × 11.4 in × 15.4 in (28 × 29 × 39 cm) |
| Capacity | — | Up to 30 × 1.5 / 2.0 mL microtubes (rotor-dependent) |
| Power supply | — | 120 V / 50 – 60 Hz |
| Program memory | — | 99 saved runs (including rotor type) |
| Shipping weight | — | 44 lb (20 kg) |
| Acceleration / deceleration | — | Selectable; quick-key short-spin available |
Highlighted rows differ. Specs are sourced from manufacturer documentation.
FAQ
- What's the difference between the Z206-A Compact Centrifuge, 120V and the Z216-M MicroCentrifuge, 120V?
- The main differences are in Power, Weight, Max. RCF. 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, Z206-A Compact Centrifuge, 120V is the lower-cost option; Z216-M MicroCentrifuge, 120V 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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