Portable ultrasonicators
Portable ultrasonicators are designed for users who need ultrasonic processing without the size and complexity of a traditional laboratory ultrasonicator. They are ideal for laboratories that only occasionally process small volumes, researchers working with microtubes and field teams requiring a compact ultrasonic homogenizer that can easily be transported and stored.
The Scientz UP-250 series combines the advantages of probe sonication with a compact footprint and simple operation. Available as a mains-powered model or a battery-powered version, these portable ultrasonicators provide a practical solution for small-volume homogenization, extraction, emulsification and dispersion applications both inside and outside the laboratory.
- Sample Volume: 100 µl–10 ml
- Ultrasonic Power: 250 W
- Standard Tip: Ø3 mm
- Operation Modes: Automatic and manual
- Key Advantage: Handheld ultrasonic homogenizer for small-volume samples
Original price was: €3.345,00.€3.010,50Current price is: €3.010,50. excl. VAT
- Sample Volume: 100 µl–10 ml
- Ultrasonic Power: 250 W
- Standard Tip: Ø3 mm
- Battery Operation: Up to 4 hours
- Key Advantage: Portable battery-powered handheld ultrasonic homogenizer
€5.091,00 excl. VAT
Portable Ultrasonicator Comparison
| Model | Power Source | Processing Volume | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| UP-250 | Mains Power | 100 µl – 10 ml | Laboratory use and occasional ultrasonic processing |
| UP-250S | Integrated Lithium Battery | 100 µl – 10 ml | Field research and mobile sample preparation |
Portable Ultrasonicator vs Focused Ultrasonicator
| Portable Ultrasonicator | Focused Ultrasonicator |
|---|---|
| Compact and easy to store | Higher power and broader volume range |
| Designed for small volumes | Suitable for small and medium volumes |
| Ideal for occasional use | Ideal for routine laboratory workflows |
| Can be used in the field | Primarily laboratory-based |
| Microtube-focused applications | Broader research applications |
What Is a Portable Ultrasonicator?
A portable ultrasonicator is a compact ultrasonic homogenizer designed for small-volume sample preparation and mobile operation. Unlike traditional laboratory ultrasonicators that often include large sound enclosures and separate power supplies, portable ultrasonicators focus on simplicity, mobility and ease of storage.
They provide the same fundamental ultrasonic cavitation technology used in larger systems but are optimized for researchers processing relatively small sample volumes or users who require ultrasonic processing capabilities outside a conventional laboratory environment.
Who Should Choose a Portable Ultrasonicator?
Portable ultrasonicators are particularly attractive for laboratories that only occasionally perform ultrasonic processing. Many laboratories do not need a large benchtop ultrasonicator for daily use and prefer a compact system that can be stored when not required.
Typical users include:
- Research laboratories processing small sample volumes
- Universities and teaching laboratories
- Environmental monitoring teams
- Food safety inspectors
- Mobile laboratories
- Field researchers
- Quality control teams
For users working primarily with microtubes and small sample volumes, a portable ultrasonicator often provides a more practical solution than a larger laboratory system.
Portable Ultrasonicators for Small-Volume Sample Processing
The Scientz UP-250 series is designed specifically for small-volume applications. With a processing range of approximately 100 µl to 10 ml, these systems are ideally suited for microtubes and other small sample containers.
Applications include:
- Cell disruption
- Sample homogenization
- DNA and RNA preparation
- Protein extraction
- Nanoparticle dispersion
- Emulsification
- Chemical sample preparation
For laboratories processing only a few samples at a time, the UP-250 series offers a simple and cost-effective alternative to larger focused ultrasonicators.
Easy Storage and Minimal Bench Space Requirements
One of the key advantages of portable ultrasonicators is their compact footprint. Traditional ultrasonic homogenizers often occupy significant bench space due to separate generators, sound enclosures and support structures.
The UP-250 series is designed to be easy to store when not in use, making it particularly attractive for laboratories where bench space is limited or ultrasonic processing is only required occasionally.
Portable Ultrasonic Processing in the Field
Many ultrasonic applications take place outside the laboratory. Environmental monitoring, food safety inspections, water quality testing and field research often require sample preparation before samples can be transported back to a laboratory.
Portable ultrasonicators allow researchers to perform homogenization, extraction and dispersion directly at the sampling location, reducing delays and improving sample integrity.
UP-250 vs UP-250S
The Scientz UP-250 is a compact mains-powered portable ultrasonicator suitable for routine laboratory and mobile use where power is readily available.
The Scientz UP-250S adds an integrated lithium battery system that allows completely independent operation for up to several hours without access to mains power.
This makes the UP-250S particularly attractive for field work, environmental monitoring vehicles, mobile laboratories and remote sampling locations.
Applications of Portable Ultrasonicators
- Microtube sample preparation
- Small-volume homogenization
- Environmental monitoring
- Water quality testing
- Food safety inspections
- Field research
- Biological sample preparation
- Chemical analysis
- Nanomaterial dispersion
- Educational laboratories
When Should You Choose a Portable Ultrasonicator?
A portable ultrasonicator is often the best choice when sample volumes are small, processing is performed only occasionally or mobility is important. For laboratories processing larger volumes or requiring maximum ultrasonic power, a focused ultrasonicator may be more suitable. However, for microtube workflows, occasional use and field applications, the UP-250 series provides a highly practical solution.
Explore Other Ultrasonic Processing Technologies
Portable ultrasonicators are ideal for small-volume and mobile applications. If your workflow requires larger sample volumes, higher throughput or industrial processing, another Scientz ultrasonicator category may be more suitable.
- Focused Ultrasonicators for routine laboratory homogenization, cell disruption and extraction.
- Multi-Channel Ultrasonicators for simultaneous processing of multiple microtubes and multi-well plates.
- Ultrasonic Dispersers for nanoparticle dispersion and advanced material processing.
- Continuous Flow Ultrasonicators for larger production volumes and inline processing.
- Industrial Ultrasonic Homogenizers for pilot-scale and industrial applications.
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