Edmund Buhler SM 30 B Universal Reciprocating Shaker
€3.238,00 excl. VAT
The SM 30 B is a universal reciprocating shaker from Edmund Buhler, built for heavy loads in continuous, long-duration operation. It suits labs that need to agitate large volumes with a horizontal, linear motion on a robust bench-top instrument. Its 560 x 400 mm platform holds a maximum load of 30 kg, with a stepless speed range of 15 to 300 rpm. The standard stroke is 30 mm, with optional strokes of 46 mm or 50 mm depending on the protocol. The unit ships without a fixation rack; the Combifix SM racks and the TH 30 incubator hood are added as needed. A programmable timer from 0 to 120 minutes, or continuous operation, covers most laboratory protocols. At full load and high speed, a set of floor-fixation rings is recommended to stabilize the unit.
Edmund Buhler SM 30 B Universal Reciprocating Shaker
A universal reciprocating shaker for heavy loads
The Edmund Buhler SM 30 B is a bench-top reciprocating (horizontal) shaker, built for heavy loads in continuous, long-duration operation, with a maximum load of 30 kg.
It is the reciprocating version of the Universal SM 30 family, alongside the SM 30 A (orbital) and the SM 30 C (reversible).
Speed and stroke
Speed adjusts steplessly from 15 to 300 rpm. The standard stroke is 30 mm, with options of 46 mm (0052 212) or 50 mm (0052 216) depending on the protocol.
Platform and load capacity
The 560 x 400 mm platform holds a maximum load of 30 kg. The unit ships without a fixation rack, to be selected separately based on vessel format.
- 42 Erlenmeyer flasks of 100 ml, or 20 flasks of 250-300 ml
- 6 separating funnels of 250 ml, or 2 of 1000 ml
- 4 test tube racks
Rack and fixation accessories
The Combifix SM A, B, or C racks, the SM universal tray, and the 2-tier top frame allow the fixation to be matched to the protocol.
At full load and high speed, Edmund Buhler recommends fixing the unit to the floor or table with 4 PVC rings (0002 754).
Combining with the TH 30 incubator hood
The SM 30 B can take the TH 30 incubator hood, which turns the shaker into a combined shaking and temperature-controlled station, up to 50°C.
Ideal Applications
The Edmund Buhler SM 30 B suits the following applications.
- Linear mixing at high load, continuous or long duration
- Heavy loads up to 30 kg
- Protocols requiring an extended stroke (46 or 50 mm)
- General chemistry and biology laboratories
- Combining with an incubator hood for temperature-controlled use
Choose the SM 30 B when:
- You need to shake heavy loads, up to 30 kg
- A linear horizontal motion suits your protocol better
- You need an extended stroke (46 or 50 mm as an option)
- You want to select the rack that fits your vessels separately
- You are considering adding a TH 30 incubator hood
Buhler Value Proposition
The SM 30 B combines a 30 kg platform, a modular stroke, and compatibility with the TH 30 incubator hood, for a robust everyday reciprocating shaker.
Edmund Buhler has manufactured laboratory shakers in Germany since 1880 and remains a family-owned company.
Technical specifications – SM 30 B
| Specification | SM 30 B |
|---|---|
| Product type | Universal reciprocating shaker |
| Motion | Reciprocating (horizontal) |
| Platform area | 560 x 400 mm |
| Maximum load | 30 kg |
| Shaking speed | 15-300 rpm, stepless |
| Stroke | 30 mm standard (46 or 50 mm optional) |
| Timer | 0-120 min or continuous |
| Power supply | 230 V or 115 V, 50/60 Hz |
| Power consumption | max. 46 W |
| Heat emission | approximately 7 W |
| Enclosure rating | IP 21 |
| Ambient temperature | 5°C to 50°C |
| Humidity tolerance | approximately 85% |
| Standard setup | Platform + mat, without fixation rack |
| Dimensions | 680 x 610 x 160 mm |
| Weight | 33 kg |
Options and Accessories – SM 30 B
The SM 30 B ships without a fixation rack; the Combifix SM racks or the SM universal tray are added based on vessel format. The TH 30 incubator hood turns the shaker into a combined shaking and temperature-controlled station.
- Combifix SM A rack, 5 horizontal clamping strips (0050 154)
- Combifix SM B rack, 4 horizontal + 4 vertical strips (0050 155)
- Combifix SM C rack, strips and separating funnels (0050 156)
- SM universal tray, 560 x 400 mm (0051 472)
- Optional stroke 46 mm (0052 212) or 50 mm (0052 216)
- TH 30 incubator hood (6162 000)
- Set of 4 floor-fixation rings (0002 754)
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- Shaking platform: 400 x 300 mm
- Max. load: 15 kg
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- Stroke: 17 mm
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- Shaking platform: 560 x 400 mm
- Max. load: 30 kg
- Shaking speed: 15 – 300 rpm, steplessly adjustable
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- Shaking platform: 560 x 400 mm
- Max. load: 30 kg
- Shaking speed: 15 – 300 rpm, steplessly adjustable
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- Max. load: 30 kg
- Shaking speed: 15 – 300 rpm, in steps of 5
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- Shaking platform: 560 x 400 mm
- Max. load: 30 kg
- Shaking speed: 15 – 300 rpm, in steps of 5
- Stroke: 30 mm (option: 46 or 50 mm)
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- Shaking platform: 400 x 300 mm
- Max. load: 15 kg
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