The R5010 is the Rotating Mixer with Rotisseries — Benchmark Scientific's multi-format rotating mixer. NEW PRODUCT FAMILY: distinct from the RotoBot family (R4040 / R4045) by including rotisseries (vs vertical rotation holders) for 1.5 / 2.0 mL, 15 mL, and 50 mL tubes simultaneously. Universal-voltage chassis (100–240 V).
Author confidence note (MEDIUM) — name/electrical mismatch: Universe name says "115V" but electrical column says "100-240V" — universal-input chassis with legacy 115V naming. Confirm voltage compatibility at order. Universe consumable class is incorrect for a capital instrument; flagging FQ-class.
Voltage options: This unit can be ordered with European voltage requirements (230V/50Hz). Contact us to order.
Key Specifications
| SKU | R5010 |
| Type | Multi-format rotating mixer with rotisseries |
| Voltage | 100–240 V, 50–60 Hz (universal-voltage; name "115V" is legacy) |
| Bundled rotisseries | 1.5 / 2.0 mL + 15 mL + 50 mL formats |
When to Pick the R5010 Rotating Mixer
Pick the R5010 when:
- Mixed-tube workflow — simultaneously rotate 1.5 / 2.0 mL + 15 mL + 50 mL tubes on a single chassis
- Rotisserie-style continuous mixing vs end-over-end rotation
- Multi-format sample-prep workflows at production-pilot scale
- No need for programmable workflow (vs R4040 / R4045 RotoBot programmable family)
Compare with RotoBot R4040 / R4045 for programmable + variable-speed workflows — RotoBot family adds programming features.
Compare with R3005 / R3010 TubeRoller for cylindrical-roller mixing — different motion mechanism.
Frequently Asked Questions
What tube formats does the R5010 hold? It ships with rotisseries for 1.5 / 2.0 mL, 15 mL, and 50 mL tubes, which can be rotated simultaneously on a single chassis.
How does the R5010 differ from the RotoBot family? The R5010 uses rotisseries rather than the vertical rotation holders of the RotoBot R4040 / R4045. Compare with the RotoBot family when a programmable, variable-speed workflow is needed.
How is it different from the TubeRoller? The R3005 / R3010 TubeRoller uses a cylindrical-roller mixing motion — a different mechanism from the R5010's rotisserie rotation.
What voltage does the R5010 use? It is a universal-voltage chassis (100–240 V, 50–60 Hz); the "115V" in the product name is legacy. Confirm voltage compatibility at order.
Ordering & Configuration
Confirm at quote: voltage / plug type, intended multi-format workflow, and lead time.
Warranty: Per Benchmark Scientific standard capital-equipment terms.
Rotating Mixer family detail: New family in cohort — multi-format rotisserie mixer (1.5/2.0/15/50 mL formats), distinct from RotoBot (R4040/R4045) and TubeRoller (R3005/R3010) families.
