The C1005-AC2 is the rotor adapter pack for the C1005-T5 family — 4 adapters per pack at $62 ($15.50 per adapter). Adapters allow smaller-volume cryovials (0.5-2.0 mL) and HPLC vials (1.5/2.0 mL) to be placed in 5 mL-sized rotor positions for centrifugation workflows.
For full chemistry rationale, see the C1005-T5 Clear (C1005 family anchor) page.
Key Specifications
| SKU | C1005-AC2 |
| Type | Rotor adapter pack for cryovials / HPLC vials |
| Adapter compatibility | 0.5-2.0 mL cryovials AND 1.5/2.0 mL HPLC vials |
| Pack quantity | 4 adapters per pack |
| Per-adapter cost | $15.50 |
| List price | $62 |
Why Rotor Adapters
Centrifuge rotor positions are sized for specific tube formats — placing a smaller-OD tube in a larger-OD rotor position would let the tube shift / break / spill at high RCF. Rotor adapters bridge the OD gap: smaller vial sits inside the adapter, adapter fits the rotor position.
The C1005-AC2 supports two distinct vial formats in one adapter design:
- Cryovials (0.5-2.0 mL OD) — sample-storage vials for cryogenic storage
- HPLC autosampler vials (1.5/2.0 mL) — analytical chemistry sample vials
Both formats share similar OD ranges, enabling dual-compatibility in a single adapter design.
Pick the C1005-AC2 when:
- Workflow involves cryovial centrifugation in 5 mL-positioned rotors
- HPLC sample-prep requiring centrifugation of autosampler vials
- Multi-format centrifuge workflow — same rotor supports 5 mL tubes + adapter-fit smaller vials
Ordering & Configuration
Confirm rotor compatibility. Adapters fit 5 mL rotor positions; confirm specific centrifuge / rotor compatibility with Benchmark Scientific tech support.
Confirm at quote: rotor pairing, intended cryovial / HPLC workflow context, and lead time.
Warranty: Per Benchmark Scientific standard accessory terms.
C1005 cryovial / HPLC adapter:
- C1005-AC2 (this product) — Adapter 4-pack ($62) — cryovial / HPLC vial in 5 mL rotor position
Pick the adapter for multi-format centrifugation workflows. See C1005-T5 Clear anchor for full C1005 family detail.