The H2010 is the Incu-Shaker 10L — Benchmark Scientific's production-scale benchtop incubator-shaker at $7,722. 115 V / 230 V chassis (115 V or 230 V, 50–60 Hz, 450 W). $4,087 step-up over the entry-tier Incu-Shaker Mini (H1001-M at $3,635). Includes non-slip rubber mat.
Author confidence note (MEDIUM): No specific Incu-Shaker 10L brochure in available corpus. The "10L" naming convention typically refers to chamber volume (10 liters); confirm exact chamber dimensions, temperature range, RPM range, shaking orbit, and platform compatibility (H1010-MR / H1010-P-MP / H1010-P-SP referenced as larger 18 × 18" platforms — likely 10L-paired) with Benchmark Scientific tech support.
Voltage options: This unit can be ordered with European voltage requirements (230V/50Hz). Contact us to order.
Key Specifications
| SKU | H2010 |
| Type | Production-scale benchtop incubator-shaker |
| Chamber size class | 10 L (per "10L" naming) |
| Voltage | 115 V or 230 V, 50–60 Hz (discrete variants) |
| Power | 450 W |
| Plug type | Single SKU; verify plug at order |
| Includes | Non-slip rubber mat |
| Entry-tier alternative | H1001-M Incu-Shaker Mini ($3,635) |
| Compatible platforms | H1010-MR (18 × 18" universal magnetic-clamp), H1010-P-MP (6 microplates), H1010-P-SP (universal spring), H1010-SH (shelf) |
| List price | $7,722 |
Why the 10L vs Mini Step-Up
| Feature | H1001-M Incu-Shaker Mini | H2010 Incu-Shaker 10L (this product) |
| Chamber size | Mini | 10 L production-scale |
| Power | 300 W | 450 W |
| Platform compatibility | (compact platforms) | 18 × 18" platform family (H1010-MR / H1010-P-MP / -SP) |
| List price | $3,635 | $7,722 |
| Step-up cost | — | +$4,087 |
| Refrigerated option | No | Yes (H2012 at $10,916) |
Pick the H2010 Incu-Shaker 10L when:
- Production-scale bacterial / yeast culture workflow at moderate–high throughput
- Larger platform footprint (18 × 18") needed for parallel flask / microplate / tube workloads
- Pilot-scale fermentation at moderate shaking speed
- Multi-investigator shared facility with concentrated incubator-shaker demand
Stay with H1001-M Incu-Shaker Mini ($3,635) for bench-mini scale workflows — saves $4,087 when 10L production-scale isn't required.
Step up to H2012 refrigerated 10LR ($10,916) for temperature-sensitive workflows requiring sub-ambient incubation (RNA / enzyme / cold-cycle protocols).
Frequently Asked Questions
What size class is the Incu-Shaker 10L? The H2010 is a 10 L (per "10L" naming) production-scale benchtop incubator-shaker.
What voltage and power does the H2010 require? 115 V or 230 V, 50–60 Hz, 450 W — the 230 V variant is available by special order at the same price.
How does the H2010 differ from the H1001-M Incu-Shaker Mini? The H2010 steps up to 10 L production-scale capacity, 450 W (vs 300 W), and the 18 × 18" platform family, at $7,722 — a $4,087 step-up over the H1001-M Mini ($3,635).
Is there a refrigerated version of the H2010? Yes — the H2012 refrigerated 10LR at $10,916 for sub-ambient temperature-sensitive workflows.
What platforms are compatible with the H2010? The H1010-MR universal magnetic-clamp, H1010-P-MP (6 microplates), H1010-P-SP (universal spring), and H1010-SH shelf.
Ordering & Configuration
Confirm temperature range and stability with Benchmark Scientific tech support — verify ambient–60 °C range matches workflow.
Plan platform inventory — H1010-MR Universal (18 × 18", $456) for multi-format workflow, or H1010-P-MP (6 microplates, $997) / H1010-P-SP (Universal Spring, $770) / H1010-SH (Petri dish shelf, $175) per workflow need.
Confirm at quote: voltage / plug type, intended throughput, platform inventory, refrigeration need, and lead time.
Warranty: Per Benchmark Scientific standard capital-equipment terms.
Incu-Shaker family: H1001-M / -E Mini ($3,635), H2010 10L (this product, $7,722), H2012 10LR Refrigerated ($10,916). Pick by chamber-size + refrigeration need.
