Description
Mini HC100 Mini Dry BathProduct Type: Temperature control instrument
Research-grade temperature control platform
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TAILORED SOLUTIONS FOR RESEARCH
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Supplier: Atomfair
Brand: ATOMFAIR®
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The device must be operated within 10–40 °C and <80 % RH to prevent condensation and electronic damage. Use only the supplied DC 12 V power adapter and compatible heating blocks to avoid electrical hazard and thermal runaway.
- Operating Environment: Maintain ambient temperature between 10 °C and 40 °C with relative humidity below 80 % to ensure stable electronics and avoid condensation.
- Power Supply Safety: Connect only the provided DC 12 V adapter to a grounded AC outlet (100–240 V, 50/60 Hz) to prevent electrical shock or damage.
- Block Compatibility: Use only Atomfair‑approved heating blocks or modules that match the sample vessel format to ensure proper thermal contact and avoid overheating.
- Calibration Integrity: Perform user calibration only when the device is at steady state and within the specified working temperature range to maintain ±0.5 °C accuracy.
- Error Code Response: If an error code appears on the LCD, immediately stop operation and consult the manual before resuming to prevent component failure.
This procedure describes safe startup and operation of the dry bath for sample incubation. Follow these steps to configure temperature, timer, and verify proper block contact.
Required Equipment: Compatible heating block or module, Sample tubes, vials, or plates, DC 12 V power adapter
- Position the device
Place the dry bath on a stable, level surface away from flammable materials and ensure adequate ventilation around the unit. - Connect power
Insert the DC 12 V adapter into the device and plug the adapter into a grounded AC outlet (100–240 V, 50/60 Hz). - Install the heating block
Select the appropriate block for your sample vessel format and press it firmly into the heating well until fully seated. - Set target temperature
Use the control panel to enter the desired incubation temperature within the range of 0 °C to 100 °C. - Configure timer
Set the timer duration using either minutes (0–999 min) or seconds (0–999 sec) depending on your protocol. - Load samples
Place sample tubes or vessels into the block wells and close any lid or cover provided with the block. - Start incubation
Press the start button to begin heating; monitor the LCD for temperature stability and any error codes during operation.
How does the Mini HC100's cooling performance compare to its heating performance, and what implications does this have for protocols requiring rapid thermal cycling?
The Mini HC100 has a maximum heating rate of 8 °C/min and a maximum cooling rate of 3 °C/min, with optimum heating from 25 °C to 100 °C in ≤20 min and cooling from 20 °C to 0 °C in ≤25 min. This asymmetric rate means cooling is significantly slower than heating, which may limit throughput in protocols that demand repeated fast cooling steps. Temperature control accuracy of ±0.5 °C is maintained across the entire operating range.
What sample vessel formats are compatible with the Mini HC100 Mini Dry Bath, and are dedicated heating blocks required for different tube sizes?
The Mini HC100 is a universal dry-block platform that requires separate heating blocks or modules designed for specific vessel formats (tubes, vials, plates). The product description explicitly states to confirm block or module compatibility and sample vessel format before ordering. No blocks are included, so users must select the appropriate block for their tube size or plate type separately.
What electrical and environmental installation requirements does the Mini HC100 have, and does it support 100–240 VAC without a separate voltage converter?
The Mini HC100 operates on DC 12 V input (60 W) via an included AC adapter that accepts 100–240 V, 50/60 Hz, so no separate voltage converter is needed for worldwide use. The instrument must be used in an ambient temperature of 10–40 °C and humidity below 80 % RH. Dimensions are 110 × 162 × 140 mm and weight ≤1 kg.
The Mini HC100 Mini Dry Bath is a compact research-grade dry block incubator offering a temperature range from room temperature minus 23 °C to 100 °C with ±0.5 °C accuracy, making it suitable for enzyme reactions, nucleic acid workflows, and protein handling. The unit requires a controlled laboratory environment (10–40 °C, <80% RH) and depends on separately ordered compatible heating blocks or modules.
Positive
- Dry-block temperature control for repeatable workflows: The dry-block design supports repeatable incubation, warming, and sample preparation without water baths, reducing contamination risk and simplifying maintenance.
- Wide temperature range with high accuracy: Temperature range from room temperature minus 23 °C to 100 °C with ±0.5 °C accuracy enables precise incubations for enzyme reactions, reagent preparation, and nucleic-acid/protein sample handling.
Trade-offs
- Restricted operating environment: The instrument requires a working temperature of 10–40 °C and humidity below 80% RH, limiting its use in unconditioned or humid lab spaces.
- Separate block/module compatibility needed: Compatible heating blocks, modules, or sample vessels must be confirmed and ordered separately, adding upfront configuration steps before use.
Every advanced material, component, equipment, and instrument in our catalog is backed by rigorous testing. We maintain strict internal quality management frameworks and align with CE conformity metrics to deliver transparent, reproducible performance data via our public open-science repository.
To request raw batch performance data, submit formal vendor registration paperwork, or execute a fast-turnaround R&D manufacturing loop, contact us at inquiry@atomfair.com.
Item is dispatched under the Atomfair Shipping & Delivery Framework (Free worldwide shipping on orders over $59 USD). Return is governed by the Atomfair Return & Refund Policy (7-day technical return window).
