Centrifuges

Training

You must be trained and your name added to the authorised users list before operating any of the departmental centrifuges

Please contact the Infrastructure team for training

Usage

RETURN ANY CONTAINERS OR TUBES TO THE CENTRIFUGE BEFORE THE END OF THE DAY

Servicing

All Sorvall and Beckman, high-speed and ultra centrifuges are serviced annually.

A full service includes:

cleaning
instrument calibration and performance according to the manufacturer
rotor and chamber integrity check

Servicing, repairs and parts are paid for by the Department.

The service contract is held by Centriservices.

Faults and Repairs

Any faults or repairs should be reported to the Infrastructure team immediately

Booking Centrifuges

An online booking system is in place: Infinity Idea Elan, this system allows for equipment booking and re-charging. New users will need to register to use the system. Once registered, login it via your University Single Sign On (SSO) credentials. You will be led through the setup Wizard, during which you should choose your PI and which instruments you would like access to.

Further details on location of centrifuges, rotors available and cross charging can also be found in the online booking system

Please switch off equipment when not in use