{"product_id":"thermo-scientific-sorvall-rc-12bp-plus-large-capacity-centrifuge","title":"Thermo Scientific Sorvall RC12BP Plus Large Capacity Centrifuge","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThermo Scientific Sorvall RC12BP Plus Large Capacity Refrigerated Centrifuge\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAmerican Instrument Exchange offers used and refurbished laboratory centrifuges for sale, including refrigerated centrifuges, floor model centrifuges, benchtop centrifuges, and large-capacity bioprocessing centrifuges from leading manufacturers including Thermo Scientific, Beckman Coulter, Eppendorf, and more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe Thermo Scientific Sorvall RC12BP Plus is a high-capacity refrigerated floor centrifuge designed for blood banking, bioprocessing, pharmaceutical manufacturing, and large-volume laboratory sample processing applications. This low-speed centrifuge platform combines large rotor capacity, programmable controls, refrigerated operation, and reproducible processing capability for laboratories requiring reliable high-throughput workflows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eLaboratories evaluating large-capacity centrifuges often compare rotor capacity, refrigeration stability, throughput capability, programmable control systems, and sample integrity performance when selecting a centrifuge system. The Sorvall RC12BP Plus is specifically engineered for demanding blood banking and industrial bioprocessing environments where repeatability and processing efficiency are critical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAt American Instrument Exchange, our technicians inspect and test each centrifuge to verify proper refrigeration performance, motor operation, speed control accuracy, braking systems, lid lock functionality, and controller operation prior to shipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003chr size=\"2\" width=\"100%\" align=\"center\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eFeatures of the Thermo Scientific Sorvall RC12BP Plus\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eRefrigerated floor model centrifuge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eMaximum speed of 4,700 RPM\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eMaximum force of 7,340 x g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eLarge-capacity 12-liter processing capability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eIncludes H-12000 swinging bucket rotor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eSupports blood bag, bottle, and bioprocessing workflows\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eTemperature range from -10°C to +40°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eACE (Accumulated Centrifugal Effect) reproducibility technology\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e15-program memory with one-touch recall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eAdjustable acceleration and deceleration profiles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eCentri-Log data collection compatibility\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eAutomatic lid lock and imbalance detection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eQuiet operation with low heat output\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eDesigned for blood banking and industrial bioprocessing workflows\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e90-day warranty included from American Instrument Exchange\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eRefurbished and tested by American Instrument Exchange\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe Sorvall RC12BP Plus is engineered for laboratories and production environments requiring high-volume refrigerated centrifugation with consistent run-to-run performance and workflow flexibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003chr size=\"2\" width=\"100%\" align=\"center\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eOverview of the Thermo Scientific Sorvall RC12BP Plus Centrifuge\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe Thermo Scientific Sorvall RC12BP Plus is a refrigerated floor centrifuge optimized for high-throughput blood banking, plasma processing, biologic manufacturing, and industrial bioprocessing applications. Unlike smaller benchtop centrifuges designed for routine laboratory workflows, the RC12BP Plus is built specifically for large-volume processing environments where high sample throughput and reproducible separation conditions are essential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe system supports up to 12 liters of total sample processing per run using the Thermo Scientific H-12000 swinging bucket rotor and compatible 2-liter Nalgene Bio-Bottles. The large-capacity rotor platform allows laboratories to process blood bags, biologic materials, fermentation broths, cell cultures, and other high-volume sample formats efficiently within a single centrifugation cycle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe combination of refrigerated operation, programmable acceleration and deceleration profiles, ACE reproducibility technology, and Centri-Log traceability support makes the RC12BP Plus particularly well suited for cGMP, GMP, GLP, blood banking, and regulated pharmaceutical production environments. Buyers comparing large-capacity centrifuges often evaluate throughput capability, refrigeration stability, reproducibility controls, and rotor flexibility when selecting systems for bioprocessing and blood processing operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eBrowse \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.americaninstrument.com\/collections\/centrifuges\"\u003eadditional used centrifuges\u003c\/a\u003e for sale from American Instrument Exchange.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003chr size=\"2\" width=\"100%\" align=\"center\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eCommon Applications for the Thermo Scientific Sorvall RC12BP Plus\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe Thermo Scientific Sorvall RC12BP Plus is commonly used for blood banking, plasma processing, bioprocessing, pharmaceutical manufacturing, large-volume cell harvesting, biologic production, and industrial sample separation workflows. Laboratories and production facilities frequently use this centrifuge for blood component separation, plasma fractionation, bacterial and yeast harvesting, mammalian cell culture processing, tissue isolation, and large-batch biologic workflows. The refrigerated chamber helps maintain stable sample temperatures during centrifugation, making the RC12BP Plus particularly well suited for temperature-sensitive biologic and pharmaceutical applications where product integrity is critical. The large-capacity swinging bucket rotor configuration also supports high-throughput laboratory environments seeking to improve workflow efficiency while maintaining reproducible processing conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003chr size=\"2\" width=\"100%\" align=\"center\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eRotor Compatibility and Included Accessories\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eRotor compatibility is one of the most important considerations when purchasing a large-capacity laboratory centrifuge. The Thermo Scientific Sorvall RC12BP Plus is designed to support blood banking, bottle processing, and industrial bioprocessing workflows requiring high-volume sample handling capability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThis particular system includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l4 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eH-12000 swinging bucket rotor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l4 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eRotor buckets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l4 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003ePower cord\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l4 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eInstalled accessories as shown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eDepending on configuration, the RC12BP Plus may support:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l3 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eBlood bag processing systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l3 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e2-liter Nalgene Bio-Bottles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l3 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eBottle processing workflows\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l3 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eLarge-volume bioprocessing applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l3 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eBlood banking adapters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l3 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eTube processing adapters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe H-12000 rotor is capable of processing up to 12 blood bag systems or up to 12 liters of total sample volume in a single run depending on configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eCustomers should verify included rotors prior to purchase, as centrifuge configurations can vary between systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003chr size=\"2\" width=\"100%\" align=\"center\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSpecifications for the Thermo Scientific Sorvall RC12BP Plus\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"MsoNormalTable\" border=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" style=\"mso-cellspacing: 1.5pt; mso-yfti-tbllook: 1184;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 0; mso-yfti-firstrow: yes;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpecification\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDetails\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 1;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThermo Scientific\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 2;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eModel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSorvall RC12BP Plus\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 3;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eCentrifuge Type\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eRefrigerated Floor Centrifuge\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 4;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eMaximum Speed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e4,700 RPM\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eMaximum RCF\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e7,340 x g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 6;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eRotor Included\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eH-12000 Swinging Bucket Rotor\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 7;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eMaximum Capacity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eUp to 12 Liters\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 8;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eTemperature Range\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e-10°C to +40°C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 9;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eProgram Memory\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e15 Programs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 10;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAcceleration Profiles\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e11\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 11;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eDeceleration Profiles\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e11\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 12;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eElectrical Requirements\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e208-220V, 60Hz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 13;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e46.3\" H x 31.5\" W x 35.6\" D\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"mso-yfti-irow: 14; mso-yfti-lastrow: yes;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eApprox. 1,040 lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003chr size=\"2\" width=\"100%\" align=\"center\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eSpecifications are provided to assist with planning and installation. Rotor compatibility, included accessories, and system configuration may vary depending on the specific unit available for sale.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003chr size=\"2\" width=\"100%\" align=\"center\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003ePower Requirements and Shipping Considerations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe Thermo Scientific Sorvall RC12BP Plus typically requires 208-220V electrical service and is designed for high-capacity laboratory and production environments. Laboratories should verify electrical compatibility, installation space requirements, and facility power availability prior to purchasing this centrifuge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eBecause the RC12BP Plus is a large refrigerated floor centrifuge weighing approximately 1,000 lbs, the system typically requires palletized freight shipment and loading dock or liftgate delivery arrangements. Laboratories should also verify sufficient floor space, doorway clearance, and installation access prior to delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAmerican Instrument Exchange can assist customers with freight coordination, shipping preparation, and installation planning for large-capacity laboratory centrifuges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003chr size=\"2\" width=\"100%\" align=\"center\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eRefurbished Centrifuges from American Instrument Exchange\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAmerican Instrument Exchange specializes in refurbished laboratory centrifuges including refrigerated centrifuges, floor model centrifuges, benchtop centrifuges, blood banking centrifuges, and bioprocessing centrifuge systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eOur technicians inspect and test centrifuges for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eRefrigeration performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eRotor operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eSpeed accuracy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eBrake functionality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eController operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eLid lock safety systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eGeneral operational reliability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIf the centrifuge is sold with a rotor, we also test the rotor and centrifuge combination together to verify compatibility and operational performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eBrowse additional \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.americaninstrument.com\/collections\/centrifuges\"\u003eused centrifuges\u003c\/a\u003e for sale, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.americaninstrument.com\/collections\/freezers-ice-makers\/-80\"\u003eultralow freezers\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.americaninstrument.com\/collections\/incubators\"\u003elaboratory incubator\u003c\/a\u003es, and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.americaninstrument.com\/collections\/bio-safety-cabinets\/biocab\"\u003ebiosafety cabinets\u003c\/a\u003e from American Instrument Exchange.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003chr size=\"2\" width=\"100%\" align=\"center\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eService and Support for Laboratory Centrifuges\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAmerican Instrument Exchange and AIE Laboratory Services provide centrifuge repair, preventive maintenance, diagnostics, and laboratory equipment service for many Thermo Scientific and Sorvall centrifuge models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAvailable services may include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo5; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eRefrigeration system service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo5; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eCentrifuge diagnostics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo5; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eRotor inspection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo5; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003ePreventive maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo5; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eController troubleshooting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo5; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eCalibration support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo5; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eGeneral laboratory equipment repair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIn addition to centrifuges, we also service \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.americaninstrument.com\/collections\/freezers-ice-makers\"\u003elaboratory freezers and ultralow freezers\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.americaninstrument.com\/collections\/bio-safety-cabinets\/biocab\"\u003ebiosafety cabinets\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.americaninstrument.com\/collections\/incubators\"\u003eincubators\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.americaninstrument.com\/collections\/refrigerators\"\u003elaboratory refrigerators\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.americaninstrument.com\/collections\/microtomes-cryostats\"\u003ecryostats\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.americaninstrument.com\/collections\/freeze-dryers\"\u003efreeze dryers\u003c\/a\u003e, and other laboratory equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003chr size=\"2\" width=\"100%\" align=\"center\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat rotor is included with this centrifuge?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThis system includes the Thermo Scientific H-12000 swinging bucket rotor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat is the maximum capacity of the RC12BP Plus?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe centrifuge can process up to 12 liters of total sample volume depending on rotor configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat is the maximum RPM of the Sorvall RC12BP Plus?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe RC12BP Plus has a maximum speed of 4,700 RPM.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDoes the RC12BP Plus support blood bag processing?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eYes. The system is commonly used for blood banking workflows and can process multiple blood bag systems in a single run.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDoes this centrifuge require freight shipping?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eYes. Due to system size and weight, the RC12BP Plus typically ships via palletized freight carrier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCan American Instrument Exchange service Sorvall centrifuges?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eYes. AIE Laboratory Services provides service and preventive maintenance support for many Thermo Scientific and Sorvall centrifuge systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat is the Sorvall RC12BP Plus centrifuge used for?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003eThe RC12BP Plus is a large-capacity refrigerated floor centrifuge designed for laboratories that need to process large sample volumes in a single run. Typical applications include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eHarvesting bacterial, yeast, or mammalian cell cultures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eClarifying fermentation broths\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eBlood component separation and blood banking workflows\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eBiopharmaceutical production and scale-up processing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003eIts large rotor capacity and programmable controls make it suitable for both research laboratories and bioprocessing facilities. The Sorvall RC12BP Plus is designed for high-volume centrifugation workflows, combining large rotor capacity, refrigerated operation, programmable protocols, and multiple safety features to support demanding laboratory and bioprocessing applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDoes the Sorvall RC12BP Plus have refrigeration?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003eYes. The unit features refrigerated temperature control from −10 °C to +40 °C, which helps maintain sample integrity during centrifugation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003eTemperature control is especially important when processing temperature-sensitive materials such as proteins, blood products, and live cell cultures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat safety features are included?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003eThe Sorvall RC12BP Plus incorporates several built-in safety systems:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eAutomatic lid-locking mechanism\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eImbalance detection with ~50 g tolerance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eReinforced armored guard ring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eSecurity key switch to prevent unauthorized use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eControlled acceleration and deceleration profiles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003eThese features help protect both users and samples during operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat type of control system does the centrifuge use?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003eThe RC12BP Plus uses a microprocessor-controlled interface that allows users to set:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eSpeed or RCF\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eRun time (from 1 minute to nearly 100 minutes or continuous operation)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eAcceleration and deceleration profiles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003eThese controls provide flexibility for a wide range of centrifugation protocols.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Thermo Scientific","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42773651587120,"sku":"1319F CENTRI","price":11900.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0252\/1228\/9072\/files\/DSC_1028b.jpg?v=1771606536","url":"https:\/\/www.americaninstrument.com\/products\/thermo-scientific-sorvall-rc-12bp-plus-large-capacity-centrifuge","provider":"American Instrument Exchange","version":"1.0","type":"link"}