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Heraeus Megafuge 8

The Thermo Scientific Heraeus Megafuge 8 / 8R (refrigerated version) provides exceptional capacity in a compact design with a smart, simple interface and the flexibility to support both clinical and research applications. The centrifuge has a compact footprint to fit into your space, and accomodating multi-laboratory settings to fit into your applications. It stands out with innovative Thermo Scientific technologies, like the Auto-Lock rotor exchange, which enables secure, push-button versatility and cleaning convenience. ClickSeal biocontainment lids provide one-handed, certified sample protection.

Maximized capacity allows processing of 24 x 5/7mL blood tubes, 8 x 50mLconical tubes, microplates, and microtubes, all in one versatile unit.

NOTE: Order rotors separately.  For more details regarding rotor specifications and rotor accessories for the Megafuge 8, please see the DOCUMENTATION tab above.

Key Features

  • Accomodates multi-laboratory settings, with flexibility to adapt to clinical and research needs
  • Maximized capacity: 8x50ml conical tubes, 24x5/7ml blood tubes, microplates and microtubes, all in one versatile unit
  • Broad chemical resistance
  • One-touch operation with pre-saved protocols and password protection
  • Optional end-of-run indicators, including lid open, flashing display, or audible signal

Specifications for Heraeus Megafuge 8 / 8R
Max Capacity with Swinging Bucket Rotors 4 x 145mL (with TX-150 rotor)
Max Speed with Swinging Bucket Rotors 4,500rpm (with TX-150 rotor)
Min Speed with Swinging Bucket Rotors 300rpm (with TX-150 rotor)
Max RCF with Swinging Bucket Rotors 3,260 x g (with TX-150 rotor)
Max Capacity with Fixed Angle Rotors 6 x 50mL (with HIGHConic III rotor)
Max Speed with Fixed Angle Rotors 16,000rpm (with MicroClick 24x2 rotor) (17,850rpm for 8R)
Min Speed with Fixed Angle Rotors 300rpm (with MicroClick 24x2 rotor)
Max RCF with Fixed Angle Rotors 24,328 x g (with MicroClick 24x2 rotor) (30,279 for 8R)
Control System Microprocessor
Direct, brushless induction drive Direct, brushless induction drive
Rotor Locking System Auto-Lock rotor exchange
Imbalance Detection System SMARTSpin
Programs 8: 4 protocols via direct access key; 8R: 3 direct plus96 more via folder
Pulse (Short) Run Yes
Acceleration / Deceleration Rates 2 (standard and soft)
Centrifugation Chamber Brushed stainless steel
Max Timer Range 9h, 99 min + continuous
Sound Level <58 dBA (with TX-150 rotor); <61 dBA (with MicroClick 24x2 rotor)
Other Features Certified ClickSeal biocontainment lids
Multilingual selection: English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Dutch and Russian
Max Power Consumption 310W
Height (lid open) 8: 67cm (26.8 in.); 8R: 70cm (27.5in)
Height (lid closed) 8: 31cm (12.2 in.); 8R:32cm (12.6in)
Width 8: 37cm (14.6 in.); 8R: 46cm (18.1 in)
Depth 8: 48cm (18.9 in.); 8R: 67cm (26.4in)
Weight 8: 35kg (77 lb.); 8R: (71kg (156 lb)
Standards IEC 61010-1, IEC 61010-2-020, IEC 61010-2-101, EN 61326-1
Certifications UL Listed CE marked / IVD compliant/ Certified biocontainment

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Item Product Description Accessory Description Unit of Measure Price Purchase
IEC75007214
75007214
Megafuge 8R - 240V Each
$8,228.95
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1112607
75005762
TX-150 Clinical Rotor Package Includes: Rotor (EF15234); Round Buckets (EF15029); ClickSeal Biocontainment Lids (EF15030); Bl Each
$3,924.39
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IEC75005737
75005737
15mL Conical Tube / 11mL IVF Tube Adapters for Round Buckets (EF15029) Pack of 4
$507.29
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IEC75005720
75005720
8x8 PCR Strip Rotor - 45°; R max 71mm Each
$1,818.57
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1112503
75007210
Megafuge 8; 120V Each
$3,690.00
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1112888
75007211
Megafuge 8; 240V Each
$3,041.95
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IEC75007213
75007213
Megafuge 8R - 120V Each
$10,500.00
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IEC75000964
75000964
Sealing Kit For Hematocrit Rotor (EF15094) Each
$69.97
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IEC75005755
75005755
15mL Conical Tube Adapters for HIGHConic III (EF15235) Pack of 6
$593.95
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IEC75005707
75005707
ClickSeal Biocontainment Lids For Round Buckets (EF15029) Pack of 4
$346.49
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1112612
75005709
HIGHConic III Rotor - 45°; R max 120mm Each
$3,455.29
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1112604
75005701
TX-150 Swinging Bucket Rotor - 90°; R max 144mm Each
$1,837.71
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IEC75003623
75003623
CLINIConic Rotor - 37°; R max 140mm Each
$2,390.00
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IEC75005702
75005702
Round Buckets For TX-150 (EF15234) Pack of 4
$985.86
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THM75003058
75003058
Replacement Sealing O-Rings (set of 2 with grease) For HIGHConic III (EF15235) Each
$188.56
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1112611
75005719
MicroClick 30x2 Rotor - 45°; R max 99mm Each
$1,952.57
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IEC75005715
75005715
MicroClick 24x2 Rotor - 45°; R max 85mm Each
$2,029.14
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