Ai 1.5-Quart Capacity Ultrasonic Homogenizer w/ Sound Enclosure

Ultrasonic homogenizers, the modern version of "mortar and pestle", they can disrupt tissues and cells through cavitation and ultrasonic waves.  Basically, an ultrasonic homogenizer has a tip which very rapidly vibrates, causing bubbles in the surrounding solution to rapidly form and collapse.  This creates shear and shock waves which tear apart cells and particles.

Ultrasonic Homogenizers are recommended for homogenization and lysis of laboratory samples that do not require traditional grinding or rotor-stator cutting techniques for processing. Small and large ultrasonic probes are used in a variety of sample volumes to be processed. A solid probe allows for less chance of sample loss and cross-contamination between samples.

Sonication is the act of applying sound energy to agitate particles in a sample, for various purposes. Ultrasonic frequencies (around 20 kHz) are usually used, leading to the process also being known as ultrasonication or ultra-sonication. In the laboratory, it is usually applied using an ultrasonic bath or an ultrasonic probe, colloquially known as a sonifier.

Sonication can be used for the production of nanoparticles, such as nanoemulsions, nanocrystals, liposomes and wax emulsions, as well as for wastewater purification, degassing, extraction of plant oil, extraction of anthocyanins and antioxidants, production of biofuels, crude oil desulphurization, cell disruption, polymer and epoxy processing, adhesive thinning, and many other processes. Sonication is also commonly used in nanotechnology for evenly dispersing nanoparticles in liquids.

The new 2017 Ai U15 ultrasonic homogenizer

Features

• 2017 new 7" color touch screen controller and matte black finish
  
• Built-in temperature probe
• Ultrasonic probe with corrosion-resistant titanium alloy tip (PH value 3 to 10)
• Mixing, blending, emulsifying, and homogenizing solutions
• Use during extraction to disintegrate cells and increase yield
• Adjustable ultrasonic power and time
• Frequency and sample temperature display
• Sound enclosure reduces the high-powered sound waves, while clear door permits viewing of the sample while processing
• A variety of optional easy-swap ultrasonic probes available
• Compact and lightweight, plug and play, no assembly required

IMPORTANT! For maximum probe life, run probe in clean water for 3 minutes after each use.

Compatible ultrasonic probes: 15mm, 20mm and 25mm tip diameter

Specifications

Model	U15
Electrical requirements	110V 60Hz 1-PH, 650 watts
Ultrasonic output	500 to 1800 watts
Frequency	19.5 to 20.5 KHz
Capacity	1.5 quart / 1420 ml
Controller	Screen: 7" TFT color touch screen  Working interval: 0.5 to 99.9 seconds  Resting interval: 0.5 to 99.9 seconds  Maximum timer: 1 to 999 minutes
Ultrasonic probe included	15mm tip diameter made of Titanium alloy (tip should immerge into solution  at 45% of fluid level, and at least 3/8 inch deep.)
Duty cycle	Recommend 5 to 10 minutes rest after 30 to 60 minutes continuous operation
Dimensions	Unit    Controller: 8.7 x 15 x 11.5" (WxDxH)    Sound enclosure: 11.5 x 12 x 24" (WxDxH)  Shipping    Box #1: Controller @ 20 x 13.5 x 19"    Box #2: Sound enclosure @ 15 x 15 x 21"
Weight	Unit    Controller: 20 lbs    sound enclosure with probe: 20 lbs  Shipping    Box #1: Controller @ 34 lbs    Box #2: Sound enclosure @ 18 lbs
Safety	Over-current protection  Over-temperature protection  Timer up alarm
Compatiable ultrasonic probe  (For maximum probe life, run  probe in clean water for  3 minutes after each use)	15mm tip diameter (optional)     Recommended output range: 80% to 90%     Recommended capacity: 100mL to 500 mL     Ultrasonic output: 200 to 950 watts     Vibration amplitude: 145 um     Sample viscosity: medium to high  20mm tip diameter (optional)     Recommended output range: 100%     Recommended capacity: 200mL to 1000 mL     Ultrasonic output: 400 to 1200 watts     Vibration amplitude: 60 um     Sample viscosity: medium  25mm tip diameter (comes standard with the unit)     Recommended output range: 100%     Recommended capacity: 250mL to 1200 mL     Ultrasonic output: 800 to 1800 watts     Vibration amplitude: 40 um     Sample viscosity: low
Warranty	One year for controllers and sound enclosures  Three months for ultrasonic probes

 

 
Standard package

Part description	Quantity	Part image
Ai U15 ultrasonic homogenizer controller, sound enclosure and ultrasonic probe	1 set
Test tube clamp	1 pc
Ultrasonic probe changing wrench	2 pcs
Power cord	1 pc
Fuse	4 pcs
User's manual	1 pc