Z207-A Clinical Centrifuge with 8 × 15 mL Fixed-Angle Rotor, 120V vs Sprint 6H Clinical Centrifuge with 6 × 10 mL Swing-Out Rotor, 115/230 V
Which should you choose?
- ▸If budget is the priority, Sprint 6H Clinical Centrifuge with 6 × 10 mL Swing-Out Rotor, 115/230 V is the lower-cost option; Z207-A Clinical Centrifuge with 8 × 15 mL Fixed-Angle Rotor, 120V lists higher and typically adds capability or capacity.
- ▸Different manufacturers (Hermle vs Benchmark Scientific), both carry full manufacturer warranty through us.
Specifications side by side
| Spec | Z207-A Clinical Centrifuge | Sprint 6H Clinical |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 17.6 lb (8 kg) | — |
| Cooling | Air-cooling system | — |
| Capacity | 8 × 15 mL (in included fixed-angle rotor) | — |
| Max. RCF | 4,394 × g | — |
| Max. speed | 6,800 rpm | — |
| Noise level | < 60 dBA at max. speed | — |
| Power input | 50 W | — |
| Speed range | 200 – 6,800 rpm | — |
| Power supply | 120 V / 50 – 60 Hz | — |
| Running time | 10 s to 59 min 50 s (10 s increments); 1 min to 99 h 59 min (1 min increments); momentary spin (press-and-hold) | — |
| Speed display | rpm or RCF, increments of 10 | — |
| Program memory | 99 saved runs (including rotor type) | — |
| Safety standards | IEC 61010 | — |
| Dimensions (W × H × D) | 11 in × 9.5 in × 13.7 in (28 × 24 × 35 cm) | — |
| Acceleration / deceleration | Within 13 seconds; 10 selectable rates including unbraked | — |
| Included rotor (per brochure) | 8 × 15 mL fixed angle, Acceleration 33 / 227 sec, Deceleration 29 / 226 sec, Max RCF 4,445 × g, Max radius 8.5 cm, Max ø 17 mm | — |
| Type | — | Sprint 6H Clinical Centrifuge with 6 × 10 mL swing-out rotor |
| Class | — | Capital — durable bench centrifuge instrument |
| Power | — | 150 W |
| Voltage | — | 115 V or 230 V, 50–60 Hz (discrete variants) |
| Rotor included | — | 6 × 10 mL swing-out (smaller capacity than the Sprint 6H Plus 6 × 15 mL) |
| Portable variant | — | C5000-6H-PT ($674 — portable kit) |
| Compatible adapter | — | C5000-ADP ($130 / 6, 5-7 mL tube adapter pack) |
| Sister Sprint family | — | C3303-6HP Sprint 6H Plus ($1,899 — premium 6 × 15 mL), C5000-8 Sprint 8 ($611 — fixed-angle 8 × 15 mL) |
Highlighted rows differ. Specs are sourced from manufacturer documentation.
FAQ
- What's the difference between the Z207-A Clinical Centrifuge with 8 × 15 mL Fixed-Angle Rotor, 120V and the Sprint 6H Clinical Centrifuge with 6 × 10 mL Swing-Out Rotor, 115/230 V?
- The main differences are in Weight, Cooling, Capacity. 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, Sprint 6H Clinical Centrifuge with 6 × 10 mL Swing-Out Rotor, 115/230 V is the lower-cost option; Z207-A Clinical Centrifuge with 8 × 15 mL Fixed-Angle Rotor, 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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