We have compiled a comprehensive plastics catalogue featuring our own high quality plastics manufactured in the UK plus additional products sourced from around the world.
You will find our range includes some of the best known brands available and other affordable ranges.
Request your copy now of the new Camlab Laboratory Plastics catalogue here
Homogenisers are the modern day pestle and mortar. They are used to blend unlike elements and make them homogenous or as one, and as such are an essential laboratory tool for sample preparation. Both of the new Stuart models are suitable for standard applications such as cell disruption, DNA and RNA isolation and simple emulsions. And of course they can be used for preparation of tougher samples such as lung, skin, bone and cartilage, even with the disposable probes.
SHM1: The first homogeniser that Stuart has introduced is the SHM1. The SHM1 is lightweight and has been ergonomically designed as it is predominantly a handheld unit, although it can also be stand mounted for prolonged use. The SHM1 has a powerful, variable speed motor. Speed can be varied between 5,000 and 35,000rpm. It is compatible with either reusable stainless steel probes or disposable probes, and can be used to process sample volumes up to 100ml.
SHM2: The bigger brother of the SHM1 is the SHM2, and with a 700W motor this unit is incredibly powerful. The SHM2 speed can be adjusted between 5,000 and 28,000rpm and sample volumes up to 2 litres can be processed. Whilst the SHM2 can be used as a handheld model it is preferably stand mounted through direct coupling to the Stuart homogeniser stand (SHM/STAND).
Homogeniser probes
Stuart offers a range of stainless steel probes to fit both the SHM1 and SHM2 from 5mm to 20mm (please contact for availability on larger probes) All stainless steel probes have been precision engineered and are suitable for autoclaving.
To compliment the stainless steel probes we also offer robust polycarbonate disposable probes. The disposable probes are ideal for preventing cross sample contamination. Once used they can either be disposed of or autoclaved, up to seven times without reduced performance. The disposable probes require the SHM/ADAPT adaptor and are compatible with both of the Stuart homogenisers.
Accessories
Stuart also offer a purpose built stand for both the SHM1 and SHM2, the SHM/STAND attaches directly to the SHM2 and the SHM1 can be attached using the clamp holder supplied with the unit.
Cambridge-based Camlab, one of the UK’s leading scientific suppliers and service/repair agents, has launched two new major laboratory equipment catalogues for 2010. The company’s flagship 2010 product catalogue, which offers an extensive up-to-date range of products for laboratories, consultants, manufacturing and utilities, comprises more than 1100 information-packed pages that feature twice the amount of laboratory equipment than ever before listed by the company.
New product ranges featured in Camlab’s 2010 catalogue include the new SD and XL Erlab ductless fume hoods, Memmert Test Chambers and ovens as well as pipettes and centrifuges from Thermo Scientific.
Camlab has also released a specialist 200 page catalogue focused on the environmental testing sector which features equipment from Hach Lange, Tintometer, Swan, Macherey-Nagel and many more.
One of the highlights of the environmental testing catalogue is the revolutionary Aquadiagnostic PeCOD system that is capturing the imagination of environmental test scientists.
“The PeCOD’s ability to offer almost instant COD results is proving to be of major interest to our customers” explained Dr David Miller, Business Development at Camlab. “Customers can now control their processes avoiding loss of precious raw materials and avoiding outflow charges.
The creation of the two new Camlab catalogues has benefitted from extensive website development work the company has performed. Camlab’s website now provides an automatic feed of items through to the catalogues.
“Our in-house team has developed a system that gives us the ability to produce completely up-to-date catalogues rather than just rehashing older documents,” explained Rowan Maulder, Marketing Director. “By utilising electronic innovation we have also been able to produce our first page-turning pdf of the 2010 catalogue which greatly reduces our carbon footprint and makes access even easier for our customers”
To request a copy of the new catalogues please contact Camlab on 01954 233110 or visit www.camlab.co.uk to view the online catalogue.
“Choice, Service and Trust”
Can I get spare reagents for my Hach SA-DT Salinity test kit?
Yes, the separate reagents are available The Cartridge Mercuric Nitrate and Diphenylcarbazone Powder Pillows are available on the Camlab website and are now linked to the original Hach SA-DT Salinity test kit
This year Stuart launched the SMP40 automatic melting point Available from Camlab Ltd. We are proud to announce that the SMP40 is now available with IQ/OQ documentation.
The SMP40 has proven to be a huge success, since its launch last year. The SMP40 is innovative, exciting and more importantly expertly designed for purpose. From its bespoke touch screen interface to the novel split-design concept, every part of the melting point process has been considered. What more could you want? Well a number of our potential customers for the SMP40 wanted IQ/OQ documentation, so we are pleased to announce that we can now supply exactly that.
The standard SMP40 can be ordered as before, but now if a customer wants the unit supplied with IQ/OQ documentation they should order p/n: PX/SMP40/IQOQ. The SMP40 will then be delivered complete with all the necessary documentation for installation qualification and operative qualification according to FDA guidelines.
The SMP40/IQOQ is available immediately.
If you don’t want to perform the IQ yourselves then the Camlab Service department can help you
Peracetic acid is a popular disinfectant. It is used for example by beverage manufacturers for cleaning bottles and containers and in dialysis centers to clean machines.
Quantofix Peroxide
After disinfection, careful rinsing is necessary. Quantofix Peracetic acid test strips allows the quick and easy check of rinse water.
These simple to use test strips have always been available in 0-25, 0-100 and 0-1000mg/l Machery Nagel have now added 0-50, 0-500 and 0-2000mg/l to this range. All Quantofix are available from Camlab in the UK with our usual quick turnaround and expert technical advice.
See the link for Quantofix ordering information, up to date prices and stock availability from Camlab.
The product has also been recently inproved, previously the peroxide test had to be kept cool in a refridgerator, all current versions can be stored at room temperature with a shelf life of 2.5 years.
Can I still get replacement LDO probes for the Hach HQ10 and HQ20 meters?
Hach LDO probe for HQ10 and HQ20
Yes, The Hach LDO probes and the Hach LDO Sensor caps are still available for the old HQ10 and HQ20 meters Please see the links for information and current pricing.
The HQ10 and 20 have been replaced by the HQ30 and HQ40 meters which are available from Camlab. Please note that the sensor caps and the probes are not intechangeable with the new meters.
Micro Osmometer MOD200PLUS
Following extensive customer feedback the software on the Osmometer MOD200PLUS and Cryometer type 20 is being updated.
When the instrument is switched off using the mains switch the user will be asked if he wants to clean the needle
hole or switch off. The User has to press corresponding buttons, Cleaning will be the same as cleaning selected from the Menu. After this instrument is switched off. If user chooses switch off the needle hole will be thawed
and instrument is switched off like in the past.
If no button is pressed instrument waits for 1 hour and switches off automatically.
This change will be valid from instruments delivered since Jan 2010
What concentration of methanoic acid do I need to clean a Stuart Merit W4000 water still?
Stuart Merit Water Still
The information on cleaning is on page 5 of the user manual . It recommends using 1l of 10% formic (methanoic acid) acid to clean the Merit Water still
We have been using Quantofix Iron indicator papers Ref MN/913.02. By running spiked samples the results have been lower than expected due to discolouration of the indicatior sticks probably caused by the prssence of heavy metals. The instructions state that this can be eliminated by the addition of cadmium powder. Please could you advice on what source of cadmium powder is required as the instruction does not detail specifics i.e grade and quality.
Any laboratory grade cadmium powder will work for this interference
