COLO.SCIENCE — COMPACT REFRIGERATED CENTRIFUGATION
Benchtop refrigerated centrifuge with high speed, cooling control and broad rotor compatibility
The RITACUBA16R is designed for molecular biology, PCR laboratories, molecular chemistry, bacterial separation and routine refrigerated sample preparation. The platform supports both small-volume microtube work and larger tube formats, allowing laboratories to configure the centrifuge according to tube geometry, sample volume, target RCF and required throughput.
Refrigerated operation supports temperature-sensitive samples, while the 5-inch touch screen, 99 user-defined programs, real-time parameter adjustment and automatic rotor identification help simplify repeated daily routines.
Key characteristics
- RITACUBA16R high-speed refrigerated centrifuge with compact benchtop structure.
- Maximum speed 16,500 rpm and maximum RCF 24,148 × g.
- Maximum capacity 6 × 50 ml with rotor-dependent tube support.
- Eight fixed-angle rotor options for microtubes, 5 ml, 10 ml, 15 ml and 50 ml formats.
- Rapid pre-cooling from approx. 25 °C to 4 °C within about 6 minutes.
- 99 user-defined programs for repeated centrifugation routines.
- Automatic rotor identification for safer rotor setup.
- 10 acceleration and 10 deceleration levels for sensitive sample handling.
Suitable for
- PCR laboratories and molecular biology workflows.
- Routine refrigerated sample preparation.
- Molecular chemistry and small-batch laboratory separation.
- Bacterial separation and laboratory centrifugation routines.
- Microtube processing from 1.5 / 2 ml formats.
- Conical and round-bottom tube formats up to 50 ml, depending on selected rotor.
SELECTION NOTE — RITACUBA16R CENTRIFUGE CONFIGURATION
RITACUBA16R high-speed refrigerated centrifuge for flexible laboratory tube formats
The RITACUBA16R high-speed refrigerated centrifuge is a strong choice when a laboratory needs one compact refrigerated centrifuge for multiple sample formats. The rotor range covers 12, 24, 36 and 48-place microtube configurations, as well as rotors for 5 ml, 10 ml, 15 ml and 50 ml tube formats.
When selecting the final configuration, the first step is the tube format: nominal tube volume, bottom geometry, cap type, sample volume and tube manufacturer limits. The second step is the target RCF and temperature requirement. Maximum centrifuge performance depends on the selected rotor, compatible adapters, correct balancing and the rated limits of the consumables used in the method.
For routine laboratory use, COLO can help match the rotor and adapter set to PCR tubes, microcentrifuge tubes, conical tubes, round-bottom tubes or 50 ml formats, with attention to cooling profile, speed, RCF, throughput and SOP requirements.
RITACUBA16R refrigerated centrifuge with flexible rotor configuration
Compact centrifuge body, multiple rotor choices
RITACUBA16R supports eight fixed-angle rotor configurations for microtubes, 5 ml, 10 ml, 15 ml and 50 ml tube formats. The rotor list below keeps the page technically complete without overloading the visual layout.
Rotor selection should be confirmed according to tube format, sample volume, required RCF, cooling requirement and tube manufacturer limits.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS — RITACUBA16R HIGH-SPEED REFRIGERATED CENTRIFUGE
| Product | RITACUBA16R high-speed refrigerated centrifuge |
| Product number | PRO6933 |
| Structure | Desktop / benchtop refrigerated centrifuge |
| Maximum speed | 16,500 rpm |
| Maximum RCF | 24,148 × g |
| Maximum capacity | 6 × 50 ml |
| Standard rotor capacity | 36 × 1.5 / 2 ml |
| Acceleration levels | 10 |
| Deceleration levels | 10 |
| Stored programs | 99 user-defined programs |
| Instant centrifugation | Supported |
| Display | 5-inch touch screen |
| Speed accuracy | 1 rpm |
| RCF accuracy | 1 × g |
| Time accuracy | 1 second |
| Refrigerant | R134a |
| Cooling chamber | Stainless steel bowl |
| Temperature stability | Can remain stabilized at 4 °C at highest speed |
| Rapid pre-cooling | Approx. 25 °C to 4 °C within 6 minutes |
| Rotor recognition | Automatic rotor identification |
| Damping / balance | 3-level rubber damping with automatic balance and imbalance switch function |
| Emergency lid release | Supported in unexpected power failure |
| Noise | 54 dB(A) |
| Body material | High-strength steel |
| Rotor material | NCP composite material |
| Dimensions (W × D × H) | 620 × 330 × 270 mm |
| Single package | 730 × 450 × 440 mm |
| Net weight | 48 kg |
| Certification | CE, ISO |
Final centrifugation performance depends on selected rotor, tube format, tube manufacturer limits, correct balancing, selected program, temperature setpoint, sample load and laboratory SOP. Final configuration, adapters, accessories and documentation package should be confirmed in the official quotation.
Compatible fixed-angle rotors for RITACUBA16R
Rotor SKU: PRO3885
12 × 1.5 / 2 ml
16,500 rpm · 21,610 × g · 45°
Order no. Hn011200020
Rotor SKU: PRO6935
24 × 1.5 / 2 ml
15,000 rpm · 22,387 × g · 45°
Order no. HNN012400020
Rotor SKU: PRO6936
36 × 1.5 / 2 ml
15,000 rpm · 22,262 × g · 45°
Order no. HNN013600020
Rotor SKU: PRO6937
48 × 1.5 / 2 ml
12,000 rpm · 16,260 × g · 45°
Order no. HNN014800020
Rotor SKU: PRO6938
18 × 5 ml
15,000 rpm · 24,148 × g · 45°
Order no. HNN011800050
Rotor SKU: PRO6939
12 × 10 ml
13,000 rpm · 20,500 × g · 45°
Order no. HNN011200100
Rotor SKU: PRO6940
12 × 15 ml
11,000 rpm · 15,620 × g · 30°
Order no. HNN011200150
Rotor SKU: PRO6934
6 × 50 ml
11,000 rpm · 14,400 × g · 30°
Order no. HNN010600500
Rotor and adapter selection must be confirmed against tube format, tube manufacturer speed / RCF limits, sample volume, balancing requirements and laboratory SOP.
ADAPTERS, ROTOR SELECTION AND ORDERING SUPPORT
Compatible adapters for selected RITACUBA16R tube configurations
Adapters extend selected rotor configurations to additional tube formats. Before ordering, confirm the exact tube geometry, nominal volume, cap design, rated tube limits and required centrifugation method.
| Adapter SKU | Capacity | Max speed | Max RCF | Order number |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PRO6941 | 12 × 5 ml, round bottom | 11,000 rpm | 15,620 × g | B011200150 |
| PRO3189 | 6 × 15 ml, conical bottom | 11,000 rpm | 14,400 × g | B6005006015 |
| PRO6942 | 6 × 10 ml, round bottom | 11,000 rpm | 14,400 × g | B6005006010 |
Ordering note: final quotation should confirm the centrifuge unit, rotor SKU, adapter SKU, tube format, operating speed, target RCF, temperature requirement, electrical configuration and documentation package.
Operating functions, cooling logic and safety support
Refrigerated operation
Rapid pre-cooling and stabilized low-temperature operation support temperature-sensitive samples during high-speed centrifugation.
Automatic rotor identification
Rotor auto-ID helps reduce the risk of selecting an incorrect rotor profile and supports safer configuration of repeated routines.
Soft start / stop control
10 acceleration and 10 deceleration levels help adapt the run profile to more sensitive sample types and reduce unwanted disturbance during braking.
Stored programs
99 user-defined programs support repeated centrifugation routines with consistent speed, RCF, time, temperature and acceleration / deceleration settings.
LABORATORY CENTRIFUGES CATALOGUE
Compare refrigerated centrifuges, microcentrifuges and rotor configurations
Use the laboratory centrifuges catalogue to compare centrifuge platforms, rotor capacities, tube formats, speed ranges, RCF values and application fit.
COLO.SCIENCE KNOWLEDGE AND SUPPORT
Rotor selection support for refrigerated centrifugation workflows
COLO.Science supports centrifuge selection by matching tube format, sample volume, required RCF, temperature profile, rotor capacity, balancing requirements and routine laboratory SOP.
Applications and operational value
Molecular biology
RITACUBA16R supports high-speed refrigerated processing of common tube formats used in nucleic acid, protein and small-volume laboratory workflows.
PCR laboratories
Stored methods, instant centrifugation and compact benchtop footprint support repeated daily routines in PCR and molecular testing laboratories.
Bacterial separation
Rotor-dependent tube support and refrigerated operation make the platform suitable for routine bacterial separation and sample preparation tasks.
Multi-format laboratory use
Eight compatible rotors allow one centrifuge platform to support microtubes, round-bottom tubes, conical tubes and larger 50 ml formats.
How to select the appropriate RITACUBA16R rotor configuration
Rotor selection should start with the tube, not only with maximum speed. Confirm the nominal tube volume, tube bottom geometry, cap design, maximum fill volume, rated tube speed / RCF and whether an adapter is required. After the tube format is confirmed, compare rotor capacity, maximum speed, maximum RCF and required throughput.
For temperature-sensitive samples, define the target temperature, pre-cooling requirement and acceptable run profile. For sensitive samples, 10 acceleration and 10 deceleration levels can help adapt the start / stop behavior. All rotor configurations must be loaded symmetrically and operated according to the laboratory SOP and the consumable manufacturer’s rated limits.
Compact refrigerated centrifuge platform with eight rotor options
The RITACUBA16R high-speed refrigerated centrifuge is practical for laboratories that need refrigerated high-speed centrifugation without moving to a large floor-standing platform. Its desktop structure, 5-inch touch screen, automatic rotor identification, NCP composite rotor platform and 99 stored programs support routine use in PCR, molecular biology, molecular chemistry and sample preparation environments.
The broad rotor range is the main configuration advantage. Laboratories can select microtube rotors for high-speed small-volume work, higher-throughput microtube rotors for repeated daily processing, and larger tube rotors for 5 ml, 10 ml, 15 ml or 50 ml formats. Final rotor choice should always be aligned with sample volume, required RCF, tube limits, cooling profile and balancing rules.
Configuration notice
RITACUBA16R may be supplied with different rotor, adapter and documentation configurations depending on the selected application. The official quotation defines the final delivery scope, including centrifuge unit, rotor SKU, adapter SKU, electrical configuration, accessories and documentation requirements. Website content is intended for general product presentation and may not represent the exact delivered configuration. Specifications may change without notice.
