Product Description
LIGHT LABS is proud to offer the Benchmark Scientific Vornado™ Mini Vortex Mixer in Purple Cup (Cat # BV101-P) — the purple cup head variant of the powerful and compact Vornado™ Mini Vortex Mixer, offering identical performance specifications to the gray cup BV101 in a distinctive purple color for easy lab color-coding and instrument identification. The purple cup head makes the BV101-P immediately recognizable on even the most crowded laboratory bench — a practical advantage in shared lab environments, multi-user core facilities, and multi-team labs where clear instrument assignment and workflow designation reduce confusion and improve efficiency.
The Vornado™ delivers 2800 RPM fixed-speed vortexing with a 4mm orbital movement in a footprint of less than 4 x 4 inches — powerful enough to instantly and completely mix the contents of tubes from microcentrifuge tubes through to nearly full 50 mL conical tubes, all in one of the quietest and most compact mini vortexers available. The Insta-Touch™ pressure activation system activates the motor the instant slight downward pressure is applied to the center purple cup head and ceases immediately when pressure is removed — delivering fast, efficient, switch-free operation that is especially valuable during high-throughput sample processing workflows where the cumulative time of traditional switch-operated vortexers adds up quickly. The unique cup head design prevents liquids from entering the motor housing — prolonging motor life and protecting the instrument from spill damage. Universal voltage (100–240V, 50–60 Hz) with US plug included. 2-year warranty. LIGHT LABS is your trusted source for Benchmark Scientific laboratory equipment.
KEY FEATURES
- Purple cup head — distinctive purple color for easy lab color-coding, instrument identification, and workflow organization in shared labs and core facilities; identical performance to gray cup BV101
- Fixed 2800 RPM — powerful fixed-speed vortexing for instant, complete mixing from microcentrifuge tubes to nearly full 50 mL conical tubes
- 4mm orbital movement — broad orbital motion for thorough, rapid sample mixing across the full tube volume
- Insta-Touch™ pressure activation — motor activates instantly with slight pressure on purple cup head; ceases immediately when pressure is removed; no switches or controls
- Ultra-compact footprint: 3.7" x 3.9" — less than 4 x 4 inches; fits on even the most crowded laboratory bench
- Unique cup head design — prevents liquids from entering the motor housing; protects motor from spill damage; prolongs motor life
- Smooth, quiet, and efficient operation — minimizes laboratory noise
- Universal voltage: 100–240V, 50–60 Hz — global compatibility; includes US plug
- Operating temperature: +4°C to +45°C
- Weight: 1 lb (0.4 kg)
- 2-year warranty
- Made by Benchmark Scientific
SPECIFICATIONS
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Catalog Number | BV101-P |
| Brand | Benchmark Scientific |
| Product Name | Vornado™ Mini Vortex Mixer |
| Speed | Fixed 2800 RPM |
| Orbital Movement | 4 mm |
| Motor Activation | Insta-Touch™ pressure activation |
| Cup Head Color | Purple |
| Max Tube Size | 50 mL (including nearly full 50 mL conical tubes) |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 3.7" x 3.9" x 2.6" (9.4 x 9.9 x 6.6 cm) |
| Footprint | <4 x 4 inches |
| Weight | 1 lb (0.4 kg) |
| Electrical | 100–240V, 50–60 Hz, 50W (universal voltage) |
| Plug | US plug included |
| Operating Temperature | +4°C to +45°C |
| Warranty | 2 years |
APPLICATIONS
- Rapid vortexing of microcentrifuge tubes (0.5 mL, 1.5 mL, 2.0 mL)
- Vortexing of 15 mL and 50 mL conical tubes including nearly full volumes
- PCR tube and strip vortexing
- Mixing of cell culture reagents, buffers, and media supplements
- Resuspension of cell pellets and protein precipitates
- Color-coded instrument organization — purple cup for designated workflow, team, or sample type identification in shared labs and core facilities
- Any laboratory application requiring fast, powerful, compact vortexing with hands-free pressure-activated operation
ORDERING INFORMATION — BENCHMARK SCIENTIFIC VORNADO™ MINI VORTEX MIXER
| Cat # | Cup Head Color | Voltage |
|---|---|---|
| BV101 | Gray | 100–240V (universal) |
| BV101-B | Blue | 100–240V (universal) |
| BV101-G | Green | 100–240V (universal) |
| BV101-P | Purple | 100–240V (universal) |
| BV101-R | Red | 100–240V (universal) |
