Thermo Scientific French Press Cell Disrupter

The Thermo Scientific French Press Cell Disrupter is a hydraulic press which uses control valves and a motor driven pump to vary hydraulic pressure generated by the press. The Press offers the advantages of dual-range, single-control pressure selection and fully regulated working pressure through the entire operating stroke. These special features differentiate the motor-driven French Press Cell Disrupter from manual presses. The Press is designed for use with the French Pressure Cells manufactured by Thermo to produce a selected pounds-per-square inch (psi) value inside a French Pressure Cell. It can accommodate both 1-in and 3/8-in diameter piston French Pressure Cells. The Thermo Scientific French Press provides a rapid and effective mechanism for gentle disruption of cell membranes and walls. This pressure-induced process results in more uniform and complete disruption than possible with other mechanical or ultrasonic methods. The French Press is capable of exerting up to 40,000psi of pressure resulting in excellent performance.

The Thermo Scientific French Press Cell Disrupter is designed for use in the following applications: Enzymatic preparation and isolation; cell extract preparation; bacterial and plant tissue disintegration; recovery of intercellular proteins and nucleic acid; preparation of viral antigens for EIA test kits; membrane preparation for phizobia and pseudomonads; disruption of cells for pigment analysis. (Please Note: A Pressure Cell is NOT Included and is required for operation).

All of our equipment is fully tested to perform at factory specifications before being shipped.

Thermo Scientific French Press Cell Disrupter Specifications

With 40K Pressure Cell	Specification
Diameter	3" OD (7.6 cm)
Closed Height	11.38 in (28.9 cm)
Open Height	14.0 in (35.6 cm)
Sample Capacity	35 ml
40K Maximum Working Pressure	40,000 psi
Minimum Volume (First Run)	1.0 ml
Minimum Volume (Additional Runs)	0.5 ml
Maximum Volume	40 ml
With Mini-Cell Pressure Cell	Specification
Diameter	2.38 in (6.0 cm)
Closed Height	6.13 in (15.6 cm)
Open Height	approx. 8.12 in to 8.25 in (approx. 20.6 cm to 21 cm)
Sample Capacity	3.7 ml
Maximum Working Pressure	20,000 psi
Maximum Compressive Force on Piston	2200 lbs (999 kg). A reading of 900 lbs on the Press at MED range
Minimum Volume (First Run)	0.37 ml
Minimum Volume (Additional Runs)	0.3 ml
Maximum Volume	3.7 ml
General	Specification
Dimensions	18.25 in x 18.25 in x 34.5 in
Weight	240 lbs (109 kg)
Electrical Requirements	120V, 60Hz, 6.6A