BioShake iQ
Aluminium 3000 rpm RT - 99°C Microplates PCR Deep Well Tubes Vials
Key Benefits
Compact and stylish designed, the BioShake iQ high-end thermoshaker lets you perform all your standard mixing runs with a minimum of adjustments.
The BioShake iQ offers outstanding performance to handle a wide range of applications across biotechnology, pharmaceutical and academic research.
Small. Light. Efficient. Quiet.
- For microplates, tubes and glass vials
- Fast & high-precision heating
- Temperature range: ambient to 99°C
- Precise mixing from 200 - 3,000 rpm
- Wide range of thermo adapters
- Stylish aluminium housing
ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY
Save time.
By combining the mixing operation with the incubation phase, reaction process times and operator workload are reduced and efficiency of many procedures is increased, resulting in a higher throughput.
The first-class finished aluminium housing gives the BioShake iQ its essential functionality. It provides a high amount of security, device stability and ensures a long service life.
GENTLE MIXING OF SAMPLES
By planar orbital motion
German designed and manufactured, BioShake iQ thermoshaker offer an ultra-efficient, 2-dimensional shaking axis so that samples mix completely in a fraction of the time of competing systems.
The mixing orbit of 2.0 mm is always constant. The orbital shaking is precisely controlled, in fact, that you need never spin down your plates after mixing. Even tubes, vials, high density plates, or low sample volumes, offer no obstacle for these precision tools.
Fully adjustable between 200 rpm and 3,000 rpm, well beyond the speeds of most other brands, guarantees fast, splatter-free, mixing for tubes, glass vials or across an entire 384-well microplate.
HOMOGENEOUS HEATING
Using large-area heating source in combination with digital sensor electronic
The BioShake iQ heats from ambient to 99°C in a short time, provides ease of use features, amazing comfort and maximum safety.
Within the BioShake iQ thinnest large-area heating elements and sensors are integrated. During the heat up time the special electronic control system guarantees the same temperature for all vessels with minimal deviations.
Temperatures are selectable from ambient temperature to 99°C in steps of 1.0°C. The nominal regulation accuracy is better than ±0.1°C with a uniformity of temperature distribution better than ±0.5°C at 45°C across the heating surface.
Exchangeable thermo adapter plates and thermal blocks enable a perfect adaptation to microplates, tubes or glass vials.
UNIVERSAL SPRING CLAMPS
Suitable for all microplates
In the corners eight spring clamps are inserted for easy fixation of skirted microplates and deep well plates in SBS format 127.7 x 85.5 mm without an attached adapter. These spring clamps lock the microplate quickly and safely, even at the highest mixing frequencies.
For flexible and deformable PCR plates we recommend using of the related PCR adapter.
Fast mixing processes with frequent plate changes can be performed in the routine as easy and safe.
COMFORT
Simple intuitive operation and programming
The BioShake iQ is operated from the front face of the enclosure which includes touch buttons and a display.
Special buttons for start, stop and storage of time and mixing modes enable the instrument to run complex applications. This opens new points of view on the daily laboratory work and optimizes routine application enormously.
The short mix button allows short and fast mixing in between.
The two line LCD display guarantees simultaneous and safe reading of all programmed and measured parameters as time, mixing frequency and temperature.
EXCHANGABLE THERMO ADAPTERS
For a wide range of applications
The BioShake iQ comes with a variety of standardized and specific adapter plates. The replacement of the adapters are very simple.
Perfect shaped adapters allow an optimal fit for standard tubes, lysis tubes, microplates, glass vials and other sample vessels. An excellent temperature uniformity and homogeneity is guaranteed for all samples.
UNIQUE DESIGN MEETS HIGH-END TECHNOLOGY
First-class finished aluminium housing
Unique and efficient design combined with the most compact housing result in beautiful and well-defined laboratory equipment. Therefore, the first-class finished aluminium housing gives the BioShake iQ its essential functionality. It provides a high amount of security, device stability and ensures a long service life.
Safety of the user and ease of use are clearly a priority.
MADE IN GERMANY
High-end instruments for daily routine
A perfectly harmonious blend of high-tech and handmade. "Made in Germany" has always been a recipe for success for QInstruments. 100% of QInstruments production takes place in Germany.
The focus is on human diligence and on being environmentally friendly. The company upholds its quality guarantee by means of consistent quality management. For more than 15 years these lab automation professionals from Jena have used only high-quality materials to ensure sustainable production, applied innovative thinking and undertaken research in a future-oriented way – all as a matter of course.
Recommended mixing speeds
The adjustment of the optimal mixing frequency in depending on filling volume per well should always be made in dependence on the size of the well and the filling volume.
Only in this way optimum results can be achieved with in shortest process time with a high reproducibility.
MICROPLATES
Recommended mixing speeds
* Values for 96 - 384 well plates refer to diluted fluids and ideal mixing orbit of 2.0 mm.
** Values for 384 - 1536 well plates refer to ideal mixing orbit of 1.2 mm.
| Filling volume in % | 96 well plates* | 384 well plates* | 384 well plates (small volume)* | 1536 well plates** |
|---|---|---|---|---|
10 % | 1800 - 2200 rpm | 2200 - 2600 rpm | 2800 - 3000 rpm | 4000 - 5000 rpm |
25 % | 1600 - 2000 rpm | 2000 - 2400 rpm | 2400 - 3000 rpm | 3500 - 4500 rpm |
50 % | 1400 - 1800 rpm | 1800 - 2200 rpm | 2200 - 2600 rpm | 2800 - 3500 rpm |
75 % | 1200 - 1600 rpm | 1600 - 2000 rpm | 2000 - 2400 rpm | 2500 - 3000 rpm |
TUBES
Recommended mixing speeds
All values refer to diluted fluids and mixing orbit of 2.0 mm.
| Filling volume in % | 0.2 ml tubes | 0.5 ml tubes | 1.5 ml tubes | 2.0 ml tubes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
10-50 % | 1400 - 1800 rpm | 1200 - 1600 rpm | 1000 - 1300 rpm | 1000 - 1300 rpm |
50-75 % | 1200 - 1500 rpm | 1100 - 1300 rpm | 1000 - 1200 rpm | 900 - 1200 rpm |
75-90 % | 1000 - 1300 rpm | 1000 - 1200 rpm | 900 - 1100 rpm | 900 - 1100 rpm |
GLASS VIALS
Recommended mixing speeds
All values refer to diluted fluids and mixing orbit of 2.0 mm.
| Filling volume in % | 0.5 ml vials | 2.0 ml vials | 4.0 ml vials | 6.0 ml vials |
|---|---|---|---|---|
10-50 % | 1400 - 1800 rpm | 1200 - 1600 rpm | 1000 - 1300 rpm | 1000 - 1300 rpm |
50-75 % | 1200 - 1500 rpm | 1100 - 1300 rpm | 1000 - 1200 rpm | 900 - 1200 rpm |
75-90 % | 1000 - 1300 rpm | 1000 - 1200 rpm | 900 - 1100 rpm | 900 - 1100 rpm |
Adapter Plates | |
|---|---|
| Microplates | 96-, 384-, and 1536-well microplates, deep well plates, PCR plates (e.g Eppendorf®, Brandt®, Nunc®, Greiner Bio-One®) |
| Tubes | 0.2 / 0.5 / 1.5 / 2.0 ml standard microcentrifuge tubes (e.g. Eppendorf®: Standard tubes, Safe-Lock microcentrifuge tubes, PCR tubes) |
| Glass vials | 2.0 / 4.0 / 6.0 ml vials with cylindrical shape (e.g. Zinsser-Analytic®) |
| others | on request |
Temperature | |
| Temperature range | ambient to 99°C |
| Temperature setting | 0.5°C or 1°C increment (adjustable in the setup) adjustable from 0°C to 99°C |
| Temperature accuracy | ± 0.1°C |
Temperature uniformity | ± 0.5°C at 45°C ± 0.7°C at 75°C ± 1.0°C at 95°C |
| Heat-up time | ca. 7°C/min (from ambient to 95°C in 10 min) |
Mixing | |
| Mixing frequency | 200 to 3,000 rpm (microplates) 200 to 1,800 rpm (tubes, glass vials) |
| Mixing orbit | constant 2.0 mm diameter |
| Speed setting resolution | 50 rpm increments |
| Mixing regulation accuracy | ± 25 rpm |
| Short-Mix function | Yes |
Timer | |
| Timer setting | 1 sec - 99 h with automatic switch to stand-by |
| Timer setting resolution | 1 sec or 1 min (timer unit is adjustable) |
| Readability | Minutes, Seconds |
| Continuous working | Yes |
| Audible Alarm | Yes |
Programming | |
| Programs stored | 2 |
| Definable buttons | P1 and P2 |
| Individual program capacity | 3 steps |
| Internal memory | Yes |
Display | |
| Display | LCD-display with backlight (blue) |
| Target values | Time, Mixing frequency, Temperature |
| Actual values | Time, Mixing frequency, Temperature |
Electrical | |
| Controller | Micro controller |
| Power switch | Yes |
| Operating Voltages | 24 VDC input . Imax: 4.5 A . Peff: 85 Watt . Pmax: 108 Watt |
| External power supply | External power supply unit (CE/UL/CSA approved, 85-264 VAC, 47-63 Hz, IEC/EN60320-1 C14) |
Properties | |
| Housing Material | Aluminum anodized |
| Environment operating range | +5°C to 45°C (80 % max. relative humidity) |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 142 mm x 170 mm x 80 mm (5.59 in x 6.69 in x 3.14 inches) |
| Weight | 2.8 kg (6.2 lbs) |
Here we present an overview of available standard adapters, compatible with all BioShake lab bench units:
Microplates
Standard
1808-1021 | Microplate . Flat bottom standard
1808-1022 | Microplate . Flat bottom High Base
1808-1032 | Microplate . 96 well round bottom
PCR microplates
1808-1041 | PCR plate . Eppendorf® 96/150µl
1808-1051 | PCR plate . Eppendorf® 384/40µl
Deep well & storage plates
1808-1121 | Deep well . Eppendorf® 96/1.0ml
1808-1131 | Deep well . Eppendorf® 96/0.5ml
1808-1141 | Deep well . BRAND® 96/1.1ml
1808-1151 | Deep well . NUNC®/Axygen® 96/2.0ml
1808-1161 | Deep Well . Axygen® 96/0.6ml
1808-1171 | Deep Well . Abgene® 96/2.2ml
1808-1172 | Deep Well . Abgene®/HJ-Bio®/Greiner® 96/0.8-1.2ml
1808-1181 | Deep Well . Sarstedt® 96/2.2 ml Megablock
1808-1201 | Deep well . Corning® 96/320µl
Tubes & Stripes & Vials
Conical shape
1808-1060 | Tubes . 15x 5.0 ml
1808-1061 | Tubes . 24x 2.0 ml . 15x 0.5 ml
1808-1062 | Tubes . 24x 1.5 ml . 15x 0.5 ml
1808-1063 | Tubes . 40x 0.5 ml . 28x 0.2 ml
1808-1064 | PCR Tubes/Stripes/Plates . 96x 0.2 ml
1808-1093 | FALCON® tubes . 4x 50 ml
1808-1094 | FALCON® Tubes . 12x 15 ml
Cylindrical shape
1808-1069 | Vials . 35x 2.0 ml Ø 10.8 mm
1808-1071 | Vials . 30x 2.0 ml Ø 12 mm
1808-1072 | Vials . 20x 4.0 ml Ø 15 mm
1808-1073 | Vials . 20x 4.0 ml Ø 17 mm
1808-1074 | Vials . 20x 6.0 ml Ø 19 mm
Product flyer / Catalog
Certificates / Declarations
Knowledge
We are able to offer product repairs, maintenance and calibration service which includes a calibration certificate, traceable to national standards. Product calibrations are carried out in a controlled environment in accordance with our Quality Management System. Please use the support enquiry form to describe your tasks in detail.
Here you can find answers for frequently asked questions asked by our users.
FAQ
The Bioshake XP/iQ comes with universal spring clamps as standard. In the corners eight spring clamps are inserted for easy fixation of microplates, deep well plates and PCR plates in SBS format 127.7 x 85.5 mm without an attached adapter. The spring clamps lock the micro plate quickly and safely, even at the highest mixing frequencies.Fast mixing processes with frequent plate changes can be performed in the routine as easy and safe.
You need an adapter only for heating processes by using BioShake iQ.
There is potentially heat generation resulting from the shaking itself. This is an important fact for users which are interested in holding the temperature at a steady 25C.
Shaking over long period more than 4 hours results in increasing of temperature at the top.
ca. 3-5 K @ 1000 rpm
ca. 5-8 K @ 3000 rpm
The mounted thermo adapter transfers the temperature directly to the well plate. This is not preventable.
On standard shakers (without heating, without adapters) these effects are minimized.
The Society for Biomolecular Sciences (SBS; www.sbsonline.org/msdc) collaborates with other institutions to develop standards for micro test plates – the objective is to standard the various formats for easier automation.
For use with BioShake the footprint of microplates should meet the following specifications:
- Rectangular plate
- Length = 127.76 mm +/- 0.5 mm
- Width = 85.48 mm +/- 0.5 mm
- The footprint must be continuos and uninterrupted around the base of the plate.
We hereby explain that those corresponds to below designated products in its conception and design as well
as in circulation meets the basic protection requirements relating to electromagnetic compatibility Directive
and the Directive on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances.
In accordance with relevant EC directives/standards:
- 2014/30/EU – The Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive
- 2011/65/EU – Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive
- DIN EN 61010-1:2011-07
- DIN EN 61010-2-010:2015-05
- DIN EN 61010-2-051:2016-02
- DIN EN 61326-1:2013-07
- DIN EN 61000-3-2:2015-03
- DIN EN 61000-3-3:2014-03
- DIN EN 50581:2013-02
All plate formats that match to the SBS Standard for microplates, for example:
- MTP (up to 1536-Well)
- 96- and 384-well PCR-plates (skirted, semi-skirted, unskirted)
- Deep well plates (up to 384-Well)
- Cell culture plates (6-, 12-, 24-, 48-, 96- and 384-well)
Depending on the type of exchangeable thermoblock being used the BioShake can accommodate the following kind of tubes and sample containers:
- 96 x 0.2 ml tubes
- 40 x 0.5 ml tubes
- 24 x 1.5 ml tubes
- 24 x 2.0 ml tubes
- 30 x 2.0 ml glass vials 12 mm diameter
- 20 x 4.0 ml glass vials 15 mm diameter
- 24 x 1.5 ml Alere ArrayTubes
- 5 x Alere ArrayStrip (5 stripes)
- 1 x Microplate (universal)
- 1x 96, 384 or 1536 micro well plates
- 1x PCR-plate
- 1x Deep well plate
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BioShake - a scientific innovation for laboratories
By combining the mixing operation with the incubation phase, reaction process times and operator workload are reduced and efficiency of many procedures is increased, resulting in a higher throughput.
"For those who prefer technical perfection and functional design, BioShake microplate shakers are the perfect choice. High tech design, precision performance and outstanding value all characterize the BioShake laboratory units from QInstruments, made in Germany."
