Hettich Zentrimix 380R

Industrial Centrifuge

Homogenizes quickly and efficiently.

This centrifuge simplifies many demanding routine tasks in research and analysis. Examples include the mixing of poorly soluble or difficult-to-mix components or the production of nanoparticles in closed (sterile) vessels. The powerful cooling for tissue disorders offers a special advantage. The centrifuge also has a

Very low noise level compared to conventional laboratory shakers.

Temperature range from -20 °C to +40 °C

Max. capacity: 6 x 50 ml or 40 x 2.0 ml

Max. RPM: 1,500 / 2,500 and max. RCF: 377 / 1,048

Zentrimix can be used for:

-Production of nanoparticles (e.g. liposomes or nanosuspensions of insoluble

active ingredients) through homogenization or nano melling

-Mixing of viscous materials (e.g. production of printing inks)

-Mixing of powders

-Faster dissolution of poorly soluble components

-Contamination-free grinding of grains and other foods

-Disperses viscous materials

-Simplifies QuEChERS extraction in food monitoring

-Tissue disorders

Uses

-Research laboratories

-Food testing laboratories

-Environmental testing laboratories

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Pascal Mørch

+47 977 29 723

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Contact us

We would like to hear from you if you have any questions or inquiries about our services and products! Please get in touch, and we will assist you.

Pascal Mørch

+47 977 29 723

pascal@labhuset.no

Product Specifications

Areas of Use

Hettich ZentriMix 380R is a dual centrifuge developed for industrial processes that require effective homogenisation, mixing and milling. The dual centrifuge technology handles materials that are difficult to process with conventional equipment, and is particularly well suited for production and quality control environments.

Typical areas of use include:

Production of nanoparticles (e.g. liposomes or nanosuspensions) through homogenisation or nanomilling in closed systems
Mixing of viscous industrial materials, including printing inks, adhesives and composites
Contamination-free milling of grain, foodstuffs and raw materials for quality control
QuEChERS extraction for food monitoring and environmental analyses
Dissolution of poorly soluble components in chemical and pharmaceutical production
Dispersion of powders and pigments in industrial formulations
Tissue disruption for material analysis and biological industrial research

ZentriMix 380R performs several process steps in one system, reducing both processing time and the need for extra equipment on the production line.

Advantages

ZentriMix 380R gives industrial businesses a flexible and cost-effective solution for demanding processing tasks.

Handles difficult materials without extra equipment
The dual centrifuge technology combines mixing and centrifugation in one operation. This makes it possible to process highly viscous materials, suspensions and difficult-to-blend components without the need for separate mixers or mills.

Sterile processing in closed containers
Samples are processed in closed standard containers, which eliminates the risk of cross-contamination. This is essential in pharmaceutical production, the food industry and environments with strict hygiene requirements.

Powerful cooling system for temperature-sensitive processes
The integrated cooling system keeps sample temperature stable during processing, which protects heat-sensitive raw materials and ensures consistent results in production.

Reduced operating costs
The system uses inexpensive standard containers (vials) instead of specialised equipment. This eliminates cleaning time between runs and reduces both material costs and downtime.

Simple scale-up
ZentriMix 380R delivers the same particle sizes as large tube mills in pharmaceutical production, which simplifies calculation of scale-up from lab to full-scale production.

Effective QuEChERS analysis
QuEChERS sample preparation is performed in one process, which can reduce analysis time by 50–70% compared with traditional methods.

Technical specifications

Functions

ZentriMix 380R is designed for demanding industrial environments and delivers high operational reliability with precise process control.

Robust metal cabinet and lid for long-term industrial use
Inspection window in the lid for visual monitoring during operation
One-hand locking mechanism for fast and safe operation
Automatic rotor recognition – eliminates operating errors
Brushless motor for stable operation, low maintenance and long service life
Automatic imbalance protection for safe operation at high speeds
Illuminated control panel with real-time display of all process parameters
Temperature display in both °C and °F
Audible signal at completed process
Emergency release for opening lid in case of power failure

Rotor alternatives

Documentation

Datasheet – Hettich ZentriMix 380R (PDF)

Key technical data:

Max. capacity: 2 × 200 ml
Max. speed: up to 5,000 rpm
Max. RCF: up to 4,863
Dimensions: 472 × 759 × 418 mm
Weight: approx. 81.5 kg

Dimensions

Who is ZentriMix 380R suited for?

ZentriMix 380R is ideal for industrial businesses that need precise homogenisation, effective mixing and safe processing of difficult materials. It is particularly well suited for:

The pharmaceutical industry that develops and produces nanoparticles and drug formulations
Food producers that perform QuEChERS analyses and quality control
Chemical industry working with viscous materials, pigments and composites
Materials technology environments developing new particle structures and composite materials
Environmental analysis laboratories that need fast and reliable sample preparation
Industrial R&D departments that need simple scale-up from lab to production

About the Manufacturer Hettich

Andreas Hettich GmbH & Co. KG is a German manufacturer of laboratory equipment with extensive experience in the development of centrifuges for research, diagnostics and industry. The company is headquartered in Tuttlingen, Germany, and supplies laboratory solutions to universities, hospitals and research environments worldwide.

Hettich is known for high quality, operational reliability and precision technology, and the products are used for everything from routine analyses to advanced research projects. The range includes among other things laboratory centrifuges, refrigerated centrifuges and specialised solutions for analytical and development laboratories.

At Industrihuset you will find a selection of centrifuges from Hettich tailored to the needs of modern laboratories.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What sets ZentriMix 380R apart from a conventional industrial centrifuge?

ZentriMix 380R uses dual centrifuge technology that simultaneously rotates the sample container around two axes — creating both centrifugal force and a mixing motion in a single operation. This makes it possible to homogenise, mix and mill materials that conventional centrifuges or stirrers cannot handle effectively, such as highly viscous materials, poorly soluble components and materials requiring sterile processing in closed containers.

Which industries use ZentriMix 380R?

ZentriMix 380R is used primarily in the pharmaceutical industry for nanoparticle production and drug formulation, in the food industry for QuEChERS analyses and quality control, in the chemical industry for mixing viscous materials and dispersing pigments, and in materials technology for development of composite materials and new particle structures.

Can ZentriMix 380R be used for sterile processing?

Yes. ZentriMix 380R processes samples in closed standard containers (vials), which means the sample is never exposed to the outside environment during processing. This eliminates the risk of cross-contamination and makes the instrument suitable for sterile applications in pharmaceutical production and other environments with strict hygiene requirements.

What is the maximum capacity and speed?

ZentriMix 380R has a maximum capacity of 2 × 200 ml with the H and S rotors. Maximum speed is up to 5,000 rpm with the swing-out rotor (Cat. No. 3234), giving a maximum RCF of 4,863. Temperature range is -20°C to +40°C with the integrated cooling system.

How does ZentriMix 380R simplify scale-up to production?

ZentriMix 380R delivers the same particle sizes and homogenisation results as large industrial tube mills used in pharmaceutical production. This means results from lab-scale experiments can be directly transferred to full-scale production without extensive recalibration, significantly reducing development time and scale-up costs.

Is ZentriMix 380R quiet enough for use in production facilities?

Yes. ZentriMix 380R has a very low noise level compared with conventional laboratory stirrers and mills, making it well suited for use in open production environments and quality control laboratories where noise levels are a consideration.