OHAUS FC5917RF Refrigerated Multipurpose Centrifuge – High-Speed, High-Capacity Benchtop Solution

The OHAUS FC5917RF, part of the Frontier 5000 Multi-Pro Series, is a high-performance multipurpose refrigerated centrifuge designed for laboratories requiring large-capacity, high-speed separation. With a speed range from 200 to 16,010 rpm and a maximum relative centrifugal force (RCF) of 26,361 × g, it supports high-throughput processing for research, clinical diagnostics, pharmaceutical, and industrial applications.

This model has been transitioned to R290, a natural propane-based refrigerant with a low Global Warming Potential. The change keeps this centrifuge ahead of the EU F-gas Regulation 2024/573 and the US EPA SNAP phase-down of high-GWP refrigerants such as R452A, while matching the original stricter timeline rather than the extended deadline. The refrigeration circuit is hermetically sealed and complies with IEC 61010-2-011, the safety standard for laboratory equipment using flammable refrigerants, so operators keep full protection even in the unlikely event of a rotor failure or ignition risk.

Designed for flexibility, the FC5917RF accommodates rotors up to 4 × 1000 mL and supports a wide variety of tubes from 0.2 mL to 1000 mL, including both angle and swing-out rotors. The centrifuge is supplied without a rotor, giving users full freedom to choose from a broad range of compatible options based on their specific workflow needs.

Key features include a corrosion-resistant stainless-steel chamber, backlit LCD display, and a rotary knob for intuitive control. The unit offers 99 programmable memory slots, 10 acceleration and 10 braking profiles, and flexible run times from 10 seconds to 99 hours 59 minutes, plus a Quick Spin option for rapid cycles.

Advanced safety features such as automatic rotor recognition, motorized lid lock, over-speed protection, and imbalance detection provide reliable and secure operation. Despite its performance, the FC5917RF remains relatively quiet at ≤ 63 ± 2 dB(A) and is compact enough to fit on most benchtops, with dimensions of 620 × 700 × 690 mm and a weight of 157 kg.

Key Features:

• Speed Range: 200–16,010 rpm (max. 26,361 × g)

• Capacity: Supports rotors up to 4 × 1000 mL

• Programmable Memory: 99 user programs

• Acceleration/Braking: 10 profiles each + Quick Spin

• Controls: LCD display with rotary knob

• Safety: Auto rotor ID, lid lock, over-speed and imbalance protection

• Noise Level: ≤ 63 ± 2 dB(A)

• Power Supply: AC Power (Included)

• Dimensions: 620 × 700 × 690 mm

• Weight: 157 kg

• Rotor Options: Compatible with various angle and swing-out rotors

The OHAUS FC5917RF refrigerated multipurpose centrifuge delivers exceptional capacity, speed, and safety in one compact unit—perfect for labs with demanding separation tasks.