The IPS7000-3 is the 3-position hotplate stirrer — Benchmark Scientific's multi-position hotplate stirrer entry tier at $1,187. NEW PRODUCT FAMILY: IPS7000 multi-position hotplate stirrers — 3 / 5 / 10-position variants on a single chassis architecture for parallel solution-prep / heating-mixing workflows.
Cross-line note: The IPS7000 multi-position hotplate stirrer family is intentionally cross-listed across Benchmark Scientific and Benchmark Industrial product lines per Benchmark factory. This page leads with Benchmark Scientific per factory recommendation; the same chassis is also marketed for Benchmark Industrial workflows.
SAFETY FLAG (caution): High-temperature surface burn hazard.
Voltage options: This unit can be ordered with European voltage requirements (230V/50Hz). Contact us to order.
Key Specifications
| SKU | IPS7000-3 |
| Type | 3-position multi-station hotplate stirrer |
| Stations | 3 independent stirring positions |
| Voltage | 115 V or 230 V, 50–60 Hz |
| Larger sister formats | IPS7000-5 (5-position, $1,432), IPS7000-10 (10-position, $2,084) |
| Compared to H3715 | H3715 5-position multi-functional ($1,195 — close to IPS7000-3 at $1,187 with 2 more stations); IPS7000 family likely uses different chassis architecture |
| List price | $1,187 |
Why IPS7000 vs H3715
Both IPS7000-3 and H3715 are multi-position hotplate stirrers near $1,200, but represent different chassis architectures:
| Feature | H3715 | IPS7000-3 (this product) |
| Stations | 5 | 3 |
| List price | $1,195 | $1,187 |
| Family size | Single 5-position SKU | Three sizes (3 / 5 / 10 position) |
| Family architecture | One-off | Scalable (IPS7000 family) |
Pick the IPS7000-3 when:
- Multi-position workflow growth path desired — ability to step up to IPS7000-5 / -10 within the same family
- 3-station throughput matches workflow (educational lab / mid-throughput parallel reactions)
- IPS7000 family standardization — labs already running IPS7000 chasses benefit from consistent UI / fixtures
Step up to IPS7000-5 ($1,432) for 5 parallel stations at $245 step-up.
Step up to IPS7000-10 ($2,084) for 10 parallel stations at production scale.
Pick H3715 ($1,195) when single 5-position chassis is the standalone procurement (vs IPS7000 family scalability).
IPS7000 Family Decision
| SKU | Stations | List | $/station |
| IPS7000-3 (this product) | 3 | $1,187 | $396 |
| IPS7000-5 | 5 | $1,432 | $286 |
| IPS7000-10 | 10 | $2,084 | $208 |
Note: $/station decreases with chassis size — IPS7000-10 at $208/station vs IPS7000-3 at $396/station.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many positions does the IPS7000-3 have? Three independent stirring positions.
What are the larger IPS7000 options? The IPS7000-5 (5-position, $1,432) and IPS7000-10 (10-position, $2,084) share the same chassis family for a scalable growth path.
How does the IPS7000-3 compare to the H3715? Both sit near $1,200, but the H3715 is a standalone 5-position unit while the IPS7000-3 is part of a scalable 3/5/10-position family; per-station cost drops with the larger IPS7000 sizes.
What voltage does the IPS7000-3 use? 115 V or 230 V at 50–60 Hz; the 230 V variant is available by special order.
Is there a burn hazard? Yes — a caution flag applies for high-temperature surface burn hazard; operator PPE and bench clearance are required.
Ordering & Configuration
Plan stir-bar inventory — 3 stations need 3 stir bars per workflow batch.
Plan operator PPE + bench clearance for high-temperature operation.
Confirm at quote: voltage / plug type, intended parallel workflow, stir-bar inventory, future scaling to IPS7000-5 / -10, and lead time.
Warranty: Per Benchmark Scientific standard capital-equipment terms.
IPS7000 multi-position hotplate stirrer family: IPS7000-3 (this product, 3-position, $1,187) + IPS7000-5 (5-position, $1,432) + IPS7000-10 (10-position, $2,084). Pick by parallel-station throughput requirement.
