Beckman vs. Thermo Scientific Sorvall LYNX Superspeed Centrifuge - (Apr/21/2014 )

Hi All,

I am starting a new lab and want to buy a floor model superspeed (~14000 rpm) centrifuge and can't decide which company to purchase from... Since it cost a lot of $$$, I want to buy best machine possible.

So, if $$$ is not an issue, which of the following model would you choose:

1. Avanti™ J-E High-Performance Centrifuge (Backman)

2. Avanti J-26S High-Performance Centrifuge (Backman)

3. Sorvall Lynx 4000 superspeed centrifuge (Thermo Fisher)

4. Sorvall Lynx 6000 superspeed centrifuge (Thermo Fisher)

I will be grateful for any suggestions!!

Best,

Coolcat

i've used both beckman and sorvall centrifuges but have no experience with the newer models.

in the past, i have preferred sorvall (although i've used the beckman longer) mainly due to the fact that it used a direct drive motor whereas beckman used a belt drive (there are other reasons, as well). i don't know if that is still the case.

however, in looking at the specifications for the centrifuges you listed, the sorvall lynx 6000 will give you the greatest rcf (>100,000). this may reduce your need for an ultracentrifuge for certain applications.