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Benchmark™ BeadBlaster 96 | Ball-Mill Homogenizer for Plates, Tubes and Jars
  • Wet, dry or cryogrinding
  • Accepts a variety of tubes, plates and jars
  • Large, digital touch screen control panel
  • See-though safety lid

The BeadBlaster™ 96 is an extremely versatile bead mill homogenizer that has applications in a variety of areas, including biological research, environmental testing, and industrial settings. Adapters are available for microplates, microtubes, and 50ml tubes. Grinding jars and balls in a variety of materials are available.

Wet homogenization, dry grinding and cryogrinding can all be performed with the BeadBlaster™ 96. The arced motion of the sample holders and powerful motor allow most samples to be processed in 1 minute or less. All parameters are digitally controlled through the large touch screen and 9 programs can be stored in memory.

The safety cover lifts up for easy access to the sample holders and automatically locks during operation. The wrap-around design of the clear acrylic lid allows for visualization during homogenization.

Specifications

 
Speed Range180 to 1800 rpm
Speed Increment100 rpm
Cycle Duration1 sec to 59 min. 59 sec
Pause1 sec to 59 min. 59 sec
Cycles99
Programs9
Dimensions
(W x D x H)
13.19 x 19.68 x 14.37 In.
335 x 500 x 365 mm
Weight141 lbs. | 64 kg.
Electrical120 V, 50 Hz
Warranty2 years

Limited Time Promo


BenchPress 2025 Promo!

For a limited time buy 1 BeadBug™ 6 Homogenizer (D1036) and get 1 Pack of Bead Tubes FREE!

(D1032-05, D1032-15, D1032-30, D1033-28, D1034-28)

 

When ordering free product, use item number plus “-VF”.

Use promo code #BP1.25

 

See flyer for more details. 

 

Free offer with purchase of designated items at listed price. Cannot be combined with other discounts or pricing.
Free item must be of equal or lesser value than the lowest-priced item. Not valid on prior purchases.
Special price applies only to the specified item; no substitutions. Promo valid until 4/30/25 or while supplies last.
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BeadBug 6 Homogenizer

The BeadBug is a high energy benchtop homogenizer that sets the performance standard for personal sized cell disruption and lysis instruments.

Simultaneous homogenization of up to 6 samples takes place (often within 45 seconds) inside the disposable 2 mL screw cap microtubes. The optimized mixing motion causes rapid cell disruption through constant high velocity impact from the hardened micro-beads chosen specifically
for your sample type.

Developed for samples too tough to be homogenized in a common lab vortexer, the BeadBug provides a convenient and economical alternative to the traditional, over-priced homogenizers on the market today. With up to six tube capacity and a footprint of just 9 x 14 in., the BeadBug is
the ideal homogenizing instrument for low to medium throughput laboratories.

Specifications  

Speed Range2500 to 4350 rpm
Capacity6 x 2 mL or 2 x 5 mL (required optional adapter)
Cycle Time1 to 90 sec. (up to 90 sec.)
Pause between cycles0 to 90 sec. (1 sec. increments)
Max, cycles per program10
Program Memoryup to 50
Noise Level<65 db
Timer1 sec to 90 sec with up to 10 cycles
Dimensions (D x W x H)8.6 x 14 x 8 In. | 22 x 35.5 x 20.5 cm
Weight20 lbs | 9 kg
Item#:
ASBEADBUG1


BenchPress 2025 Promo!
For a limited time buy 1 BeadBug™ Microtube Homogenizer (D1030)
and get 1 Pack of Bead Tubes FREE! (D1032-05, D1032-15, D1032-30, or D1033-28)

 

When ordering free product, use item number plus “-VF”.

Use promo code #BP1.25

 

See flyer for more details.


Free offer with purchase of designated items at listed price. Cannot be combined with other discounts or pricing.
Free item must be of equal or lesser value than the lowest-priced item. Not valid on prior purchases.
Special price applies only to the specified item; no substitutions. Promo valid until 4/30/25 or while supplies last.
 All 
terms and conditions apply.

BeadBug Microtube Homogenizer

  • Powerful - for mixing, lysis, grinding or homogenization
  • Individual homogenization tubes - avoids cross contamination between samples
  • Multitask - homogenize 1-3 samples simultaneously

The BeadBug is a high energy benchtop homogenizer for individualized sample cell disruption to whole tissue homogenization. Simultaneous homogenization of up to 3 samples inside disposable 2 mL screw cap microtubes can be optimized for grinding for 3 seconds to 3 minutes. The mixing motion causes rapid disruption through constant high velocity impact from the hardened micro-beads chosen specifically for your sample type.


Developed for samples too tough to be homogenized in a common lab vortexer, the BeadBug
provides a convenient and economical alternative to the traditional, over-priced homogenizers on the market today. With up to a 3 tube capacity and a tiny footprint of 7 x 8 in., the BeadBug is the ideal homogenizing instrument for low to medium throughput laboratories.

Specifications

Speed Range2800-4000 rpm
Max. Capacity3 x 2.0 mL (Non-Skirt)
Timer3 sec. to 3 min.
Operating Temp. Range+4°C to +65°C
Dimensions6.9 x 8.3 x 5.3 in.
Weight5 lbs.
Electrical115 V,60 Hz or 230 V,50 Hz (add-E to item#)
Warranty2 years


For best results, use with the BeadBug
pre-filled tube kits: Includes 2.0 mL Non-Skirt Screw Cap tubes with caps, sealing rings and DNase/RNase-free beads as specified below:
 

D1032-SKTriple-Pure Starter Kit, 10 each of 0.1, 0.5, 1.0, 1.5 and 3.0 mm
D1031-01Prefilled 2.0 mL tubes, Silica (Glass) Beads, 0.1 mm Acid Washed
D1031-05Prefilled 2.0 mL tubes, Silica (Glass) Beads, 0.5 mm Acid Washed
D1031-10Prefilled 2.0 mL tubes, Silica (Glass) Beads, 1.0 mm Acid Washed
D1032-01Prefilled 2.0 mL tubes, Zirconium Beads, 0.1 mm Triple-Pure - High Impact
D1032-05Prefilled 2.0 mL tubes, Zirconium Beads, 0.5 mm Triple-Pure - High Impact
D1032-10Prefilled 2.0 mL tubes, Zirconium Beads, 1.0 mm Triple-Pure - High Impact
D1032-15Prefilled 2.0 mL tubes, Zirconium Beads, 1.5 mm Triple-Pure - High Impact
D1032-30Prefilled 2.0 mL tubes, Zirconium Beads, 3.0 mm Triple-Pure - High Impact
D1033-28Prefilled 2.0 mL tubes, Stainless Steel, 2.8 mm, Acid Washed
 

 

Item#:
ASBEADBUG



BenchPress 2025 Promo!
For a limited time buy 1 BeadBlaster™ 24 Tube Homogenizer (D2400 or D2400-R)
and
get 1 Pack of Bead Tubes FREE!
(D1032-05, D1032-15, D1032-30, D1033-28, D1034-28)
 
 

When ordering free product, use item number plus “-VF”.

Use promo code #BP1.25

 

See flyer for more details.

 

Free offer with purchase of designated items at listed price. Cannot be combined with other discounts or pricing.
Free item must be of equal or lesser value than the lowest-priced item. Not valid on prior purchases.
Special price applies only to the specified item; no substitutions. Promo valid until 4/30/25 or while supplies last.
 All 
terms and conditions apply.


Beadblaster 24 Microtube Homogenizer

  • Fast, efficient homogenization in about 35 seconds
  • For all sample types, from soft tissue to bone
  • Mix up to 24 tubes simultaneously
  • Sealed 2.0 mL tubes-eliminates cross contamination 

The Beadblaster 24 completely lyses, grinds, and homogenizes a broad variety of biological samples. Even the most difficult and resistant samples are fully homogenized, often in 35 seconds or less.

 

The stainless steel tube carrier subjects up to 24 samples to an optimized, high-speed, 3D motion, producing high energy impacts between the samples and microbeads that release cellular contents. After homogenization, samples can be centrifuged and the supernatant collected for further processing.

 

Operating parameters for the Beadblaster 24 are set and displayed digitally. To protect fragile, heat-sensitive samples, the unit can be programmed to operate in shortened consecutive cycles with a rest period in between. Up to 50 such programs can be stored in memory and recalled for future use. A transparent lid allows for visualization of samples and features a mechanical lid lock that prevents opening when the Beadblaster 24 is in operation. A brushless motor reduces motor noise and provides maintenance-free operation. See below for kits for use with the Beadblaster 24.
 

Specifications 

 Item #D2400D2400-R
Speed Range4.0 to 7.0 m/s (0.05 m/s increments)
Capacity24 x 2.0 mL
Cycle time1 to 90 sec
Pause between cycles0 to 2 min. (1 sec. increments)
Max cycles per program10
Program Memoriesup to 50
Accel./Decel. Time<2 sec./<2 sec.<4 sec./<4 sec.
Cooling MethodN/ACompressor
Temperature RangeAmbient-10°C
Precool Ambient to 0°CN/A<30 min
Chamber UniformityN/A±2°C
Noise Level<68 db<65 db
Dimensions28x36x38.5 cm32 x 51 x 41 cm
Weight55 lbs | 25 kg88 lbs | 40 kg
Electrical100 to 240 V, 50-60 Hz
Power600 W1,000 W
Warranty2 years
Item#:
ASBEADBAST24


Benchmark Homogenizer Bead Tubes

 

Prefilled, ready to use bead tubes. Nuclease and protease free.

Empty tubes available.

 

2.0 mL Tubes, Silica Beads (D1031-01, D1031-05, D1031-10)

2 mL tubes are prefilled with silica (glass) beads for bead homogenization. Beads are acid washed, and heat treated. Suitable for use in most bead homogenizers including the BeadBug 3, BeadBug 6 and BeadBlaster 24. 

2.0 mL Tubes, Zirconium Beads (D1032-01, D1032-05, D1032-10, D1032-15, D1032-30, D1032-SK)

 

2 mL tubes are prefilled with zirconium (ceramic) beads for bead homogenization. Beads are acid washed and heat treated. Tubes are filled in a process tested by qPCR to be free of stray DNA. Triple-Pure - High Impact. Suitable for use in most bead homogenizers including the BeadBug 3, BeadBug 6 and BeadBlaster 24.

 

5.0 mL Tubes, Zirconium Beads (D1034-30)

 

5 mL tubes are prefilled with 3 mm zirconium (ceramic) beads for bead homogenization. Beads are acid washed and heat treated. Tubes are filled in a process tested by qPCR to be free of stray DNA. Triple-Pure - High Impact. Suitable for use in BeadBlaster 24 with appropriate 5 mL tube holders.

* For use with D2400 BeadBlaster only 

 

2.0 mL Tubes, Garnet Shards and Zirconium Bead (D1033-30G)

 

2 mL tubes are prefilled with one large, banded 6 mm zirconium satellite and garnet shards. Beads are alcohol washed and heat treated. Sharp edges of the garnet shards make these beads useful for homogenization for tough samples such as skin and plant material. Suitable for use in most bead homogenizers including the BeadBug 3, BeadBug 6 and BeadBlaster 24.

2.0 mL Tubes, Stainless Steel Beads (D1033-28)

2 mL tubes are prefilled with 2.8 mm diameter stainless steel beads for bead homogenization. Beads are alcohol washed and heat treated. Suitable for use in most bead homogenizers including the BeadBug 3, BeadBug 6 and BeadBlaster 24.

 

5.0 mL Tubes, Stainless Steel Beads (D1034-28)

 

5 mL tubes are prefilled with 2.8 mm diameter stainless steel beads for use in bead homogenizers. Beads are alcohol washed and heat treated. Suitable for use in BeadBlaster 24 with appropriate 5 mL tube holders.

* For use with D2400 BeadBlaster only 

 

Specifications   
 
Bead SizeApplication
0.1  mmGram positive and gram negative bacteria
0.5 mm Bacteria, fungi, spores, molds and small yeasts
1.0 mm Fungi, spores, algae and larger yeasts
1.5 mm Soft tissue such as liver and small insects
2.8 mmTough, hard samples, muscle, plant materials, seeds and dried samples
3.0 mmVariety of tissues including heart, lung, and brain, plant tissues, insects and dried samples
Garnet ShardsTough samples such as skin and plant material
 

Item#:
ASBCHMRKBEADS
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