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Genevac miVac 2 Centrifugal Evaporators
Genevac miVac 2 Centrifugal Evaporators
Genevac miVac 2 Centrifugal Evaporators
Take control and customize your workflow with our innovative modular miVac 2 centrifugal evaporators.
Suitable for use with water and a wide range of organic solvents, our uniquely designed miVac 2 SpeedTrap™ condenser, and simple UI with built-in methods, your miVac 2 system can be easily configured to your exact needs with three models:
- miVac 2 DNA — an integrated system capable of removing small amounts of water and volatile organic solvents that typically interfere with downstream processes including PCR and NGS
- miVac 2 Duo — compatible with a variety of sample formats including tubes, vials, centrifuge tubes, microplates, and more, making it an ideal “work-horse” concentrator
- miVac 2 Quattro — double the capacity of the Duo concentrator for high-throughput evaporation
Features & Benefits
- Unparalleled temperature control allows use with a wide variety of solvents
- Sample rotor for almost any sample format — microcentrifuge tubes, conical or other plastic tubes, glass vials, and shallow- or deep-well microplates
- Quality as standard — heat and run timers ensure you get high-quality results each and every time
- Freeze dry very low volumes of water with our novel miVac 2 SpeedTrap™ condenser (with an ultimate low temperature of -50 ºC)
- Efficient design — our robust aluminum JetRotors improve speed and performance
- Flexible system and pump options — interchangeable aluminum rotor mean there’s a solution for every application
- Options for the pressure controller and freeze-drying option
- Efficient — up to 40% faster than comparable machines
- Quiet and environmentally friendly
- Compact design — saves on valuable bench space
Applications
Specifications
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Max. Rotor Speed1465 or 1130 rpm
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Temperature Control Range30 ºC to 80 ºC
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Refrigerant GasR1270
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Ultimate Low Temperature-50 °C
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Ultimate System Vacuum<10.0, <3.0, or <0.05 mbar
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Dimensions (W x D x H)variable
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Weight42, 35, or 21 kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between the DNA, Duo, and Quattro models?
The miVac 2 DNA is a complete integrated system designed primarily for nucleic acid workflows and smaller sample volumes. The miVac 2 Duo is a modular concentrator designed for moderate throughput and can accommodate up to six microplates. The miVac 2 Quattro offers the largest chamber and highest capacity in the range, allowing the processing of a larger number of samples and up to twenty shallow-well microplates.
How does the miVac 2 ensure sample safety?
The miVac 2 uses centrifugal force and gentle vacuum evaporation to keep samples securely in their tubes and reduce the risk of boil-over, cross-contamination, or sample loss. Low-temperature concentration helps preserve sensitive biological samples, while the optional Pressure Controller provides a more controlled vacuum for additional process control when working with solvent blends.
What type of vacuum pump does the miVac 2 use?
The miVac 2 supports multiple vacuum pump options depending on solvent and application. The Duo Pump is an oil-free diaphragm pump with an ultimate vacuum of < 10.0 mbar and is designed for water, alcohols, and other volatile solvents. The Quattro Pump is an oil-free diaphragm pump with an ultimate vacuum of < 3.0 mbar and is intended for medium-boiling-point solvents and more demanding evaporation workflows. The Super Vacuum Pump is an oil-free scroll pump capable of achieving < 0.05 mbar and is suitable for freeze-drying and the most challenging applications.
What types of solvents can the miVac 2 handle?
The miVac 2 can handle a wide range of commonly used aqueous and low-boiling-point organic solvents, including ethanol, methanol, acetonitrile, and acetone. With the appropriate pump configuration, it can also support more demanding medium- and high-boiling-point solvents.
Can the miVac 2 replace a freeze dryer?
In many laboratory applications, yes. When equipped with a SpeedTrap and Super Vacuum Pump, the miVac 2 can freeze-dry aqueous samples and produce dry powders in a single system, helping save laboratory space and simplify your workflow. If your goal is to produce a long-term shelf-stable lyophilized product, however, a dedicated freeze dryer may be the better choice.
What sample formats does the miVac 2 support?
The miVac 2 supports a variety of sample formats, including microcentrifuge tubes, centrifuge tubes, glass vials, shallow-well microplates, and deep-well microplates. Interchangeable rotors allow the system to be configured for different sample types and throughput requirements.
Can the miVac 2 handle a variety of applications?
Absolutely! The miVac 2 is designed to support a wide range of laboratory workflows, including genomics, DNA and RNA research, molecular biology, proteomics, and lipid analysis. Its flexible configuration and gentle concentration capabilities make it well suited for routine sample preparation across research and analytical laboratories.
