GD2000 Vacuum Gel-Drying System
Dries acrylamide and agarose gels rapidly, evenly and safely
The GD2000 Vacuum Gel-Drying System uses a dry-heat vacuum method to dry acrylamide and agarose gels rapidly, evenly, and safely.
Features:
- Dries acrylamide and agarose gels as large as 33 x 44 cm in as little as 30 minutes
- Heat and vacuum are applied from beneath the gel through a heavy aluminum platen for even heat and vacuum distribution under the gel
- Independent timers for heat and for vacuum
- Thermostat adjusts from 40 to 80°C ± 2°C
- A quiet, oil-free diaphragm pump maintains the low vacuum necessary for rapid gel drying
Systems Include:
- GD2000 Gel Dryer with silicone rubber overlay sheet
- VP200 Vacuum Pump
- Stainless steel screen
- Porous polyethylene cover sheet
- Mylar cover sheet
- Porous cellophane, 50 sheets
- Filter paper, 10 sheets
- Vacuum tubing, 3 m
| Maximum Operating Ranges | |
| Heater | 800 W, thermostatically controlled |
| Independent Pump Outlet | 575 W |
| Power Requirements | 115 VAC, 50/60 Hz or 230 VAC, 50/60 Hz |
| Environmental Operating Conditions | |
| Indoor Use | 15 to 40°C |
| Humidity | Up to 80% for 15 to 31°C, decreasing linearity to 50% for 31 to 40°C |
| Unit Dimensions (W x H x D) | 55.0 x 8.5 x 43.5 cm |
User's Manual