Thermo Scientific Orbital Shakers
Trust your samples to the outstanding line of Thermo Scientific™ orbital shakers.
Thermo Scientific™ MaxQ™ basic and advanced shakers contain a triple-eccentric drive mechanism to accommodate heavier loads and provide uniform shaking. Designed to ensure 24/7 operation, MaxQ shakers also feature maintenance-free brushless DC motors.
Thermo Scientific™ Solaris™ orbital shakers set the new standard for reliability and technical innovation. Ruggedly built for demanding use, they combine a new ergonomic design with key feature enhancements that save you time, protect your process and drive your science forward.
Each shaker comes with a two-year warranty on parts, a five-year warranty on labor, and a 10-year warranty on the drive mechanism.
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Trade up to a new Thermo Scientific Solaris or MaxQ shaker and improve your lab’s efficiency.
Get reliable, around-the-clock operation ideally suited to keep your cells alive and flourishing within your working environment.
CO2 Resistant Shakers
• Orbital shaking through magnetic power eliminates the need to replace belts
• Small footprint ideal for use in a CO2 incubator
• Specially treated mechanical components protect up to 20% CO2 and 95% humidity conditions
MaxQ 416 HP
• Low heat 24V DC motor with moisture- and CO2-resistant electronics provides continuous maintenance-free operation on the benchtop or in a CO2 chamber
• Triple-counter-balanced mechanism for optimum handling of full or unbalanced loads, regardless of vessel placement; completely eliminates "walking"
• Units operate in temperature range of 4°C to 40°C and humidity conditions from 50% to 80% non-condensing enabling them to be used in a variety of environments
Get the choice and flexibility you need from a variety of basic and advanced benchtop open air shaker models. Separately available platforms for some models allow you to increase capacity simply by changing the platform.
Solaris 2000/4000
• Completely sealed system that helps to reduce any internal corrosion or contamination, making these units suitable for a variety of incubators (non-CO2), warm rooms, environmental chambers, and refrigerators
• Programmable features allow for up to 99 unique saved programs for easy setup and reproducibility
• Full-color touchscreen display allows you to clearly view speed and run times concurrently, even from a distance
Orbital shakers come in a wide range of temperature capabilities to meet specific growth requirements. Upgrade to any of our advanced incubated/refrigerated shakers to suit your application's shaking needs.
MaxQ HP Console Shakers
• Shakers feature HEPA filtration for maximum protection from contamination
• Directed airflow system for optimum temperature uniformity and ideal growth conditions
• Front drain system makes the chamber easy to access and clean
Save lab space and complete large-capacity applications with our floor and stackable orbital shakers. Combine incubated and refrigerated shaker capabilities with easy-to-use, ergonomic controls to maximize application flexibility and production.
MaxQ 6000
- Units can be stacked two high on the floor to save valuable bench space
- Two adjustable-height shelves provide added storage
- Large viewing window and internal light offer sample visibility
- Available in incubated or refrigerated models
MaxQ 8000
- Units can be stacked three high on the floor to save valuable space and still be run at full speed, even when stacked
- HEPA filter evenly distributes air inside the chamber and reduces cross-contamination
- Ergonomically designed fold-down door and slide-out platform
- Includes stacking kit
IntelliStack
- Units can be stacked three high to save space
- Combines the functionality of an incubator and a shaker
- Large, easy-to-use 10 in. color touchscreen display
- Available in 25 mm or 50 mm orbits
- Available as a CO2 Incubator Shaker or Incubator Shaker
When you need a reliable solution for sensitive cell cultures requiring protection from contamination, choose from the MaxQ high-performance line of shakers.
MaxQ 435 HP, 436 HP, and 481 HP
• Operating temperatures: Incubated: 5°C above ambient to 60°C (41°F to 140°F) or Incubated/Refrigerated: 4°C above ambient to 60°C (39.2° to 140°F) in 0.1°C increments with ±0.1°C control
• HEPA filtration for maximum protection from contamination
Thermo Scientific™ Solaris™ Open Air Orbital Shaker
These orbital shakers set the new standard for reliability and technical innovation. Ruggedly built for demanding use, they combine a new ergonomic design with key feature enhancements that save you time, protect your process and drive your science forward.
Thermo Scientific™ MaxQ™ 8000 Incubated Stackable Shaker Packages
Stack up to three units
Thermo Scientific™ MaxQ™ HP Incubated and Refrigerated Console Shakers
Perform shaking applications on 4L and 6L flasks with these incubated and refrigerated console shakers,which feature a foot pedal and large viewing window.
Thermo Scientific™ MaxQ™ 6000 Incubated/Refrigerated Stackable Shaker Packages
Combine orbital shaking with sample storage for general-purpose incubation
Thermo Scientific™ CO2 Resistant Shakers
Benefit from reliable around-the-clock operation ideally suited to keep your cells alive and flourishing within your working environment.
Thermo Scientific™ MaxQ™ 6000 Incubated/Refrigerated Stackable Shakers
Save valuable lab space with stackable shakers. These shakers combine orbital shaking with general purpose incubation for added versatility.
Thermo Scientific™ MaxQ™ 8000 Incubated/Refrigerated Stackable Shakers
Save valuable lab space with these incubated stackable shakers, designed to be stacked two to three high on the floor without sacrificing performance.
Thermo Scientific™ MaxQ™ HP Tabletop Orbital Shaker
Operate this tabletop orbital shaker in reach-in incubators, environmental rooms or on lab benches.
Thermo Scientific™ Accessories for Solaris™ 2000 and 4000 Open Air Orbital Shakers
Mix and match a variety of labware on a single platform with flexible Thermo Scientific™ Solaris™ Shaker Universal Platforms and Clamps.
Thermo Scientific™ Vari-Mix™ Replacement Platform
Use the Thermo Scientific™ Vari-Mix™ Replacement Platform with the Vari-Mix™ rocker.
Thermo Scientific™ Utility Trays for Shaker Platforms
Use these utility trays with 0.5 in. rubber mats with Thermo Scientific™ shakers.
Thermo Scientific™ MaxQ™ HP Orbital Shakers Universal Platforms
Mix and match different size labware on a single platform with these orbital shakers universal platforms.
Thermo Scientific™ MaxQ™ Shaker Universal Platforms
Mix and match different size labware on a single platform with flexible Thermo Scientific™ MaxQ™ Shaker Universal Platforms.
Thermo Scientific™ Adhesive Mats for Solaris™ Open Air Shakers & Temperature Controlled Shakers, and MaxQ™ 6000 Shakers
Mix and match Thermo Scientific™ Solaris™ shaker Universal clamps to suit individual needs in the laboratory. Adhesive mats are compatible with all Thermo Scientific™ Solaris and MaxQ platforms and can be cut to size
Thermo Scientific™ Accessories for MaxQ™ 6000 Shakers
Get more out of your Thermo Scientific™ MaxQ™ 6000 shaker with these excellent accessories, including a stacking kit and seismic restraint.
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Thermo Scientific Shaker Trade In Flyer
Trade in your old MaxQ or Solaris shaker and save on your purchase of a new one.
- Thermo Scientific Shaker Trade In Flyer (270.8 KB)
Thermo Scientific MaxQ Shakers Flier
Trust your samples to an exceptionally reliable shaker. Thermo Scientific™ MaxQ™ shakers deliver outstanding performance, accuracy and reproducible results year after year.
- Thermo Scientific MaxQ Shakers Flier (8.3 MB)
Shake Up the World of Science Flier
Choose the ideal shaker package for your proteomic and genomic application needs and receive a platform and clamps to maximize capacity.
- Shake Up the World of Science Flier (871.8 KB)
Best Practices for Orbital Shaker Guide
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