CIRC

Leica DM LB Research Grade Microscope

Leica DM LB Research Grade Microscope

Specifications (see manual for details):

Research Grade Microscope with internal light and phase contrast condenser
Serialno: 501504
Objectives
    4x/0.10 CPLAN
    10x/0.25 NPLAN
    40x/0.65 NPLAN
    100x/1.25 Oil PH3
Eyepiece: HC Plans 10x/22
Lamp 12V 30W Osram 64261

Leica DM IL Inverted Microscope

Leica DM IL Inverted Microscope

Specifications (see manual for details):

Inverted Microscope with florescence and phase contrast condenser
Objectives
    10/0.20 PHACO 1a 160/-
    EFL 20/0.30 PHACO 1a 160/1.5
    L 40/0.50 PHACO 1a 160/1.1
    EF 100/1.25 160/0.17
Eyepiece: periplan 10x/18
Note: 3 mm Allen key and small Phillips head screwdriver needed to replace mercury bulb in fluorescence source.
Lamp FL, 50WA/C L1 NOT AVAILABLE ANYMORE.  Normal light, 6V35W Osram 64275

Multi-Mode Microplate Reader (Spectra Max M3)

Multi-Mode Microplate Reader (Spectra Max M3)

Note: This instrument is owned by a researcher and not intended for general use. Please contact Ellen Dorrepaal for further information.

Specifications (see manual for details):

does UV and visible absorbance, and fluorescence intensity measurements on microplates and cuvettes
accept cuvettes and 6-, 12-, 24-, 48-, 96-, and 384-well microplates
standard features include spectral scanning across the wavelength range in 1 nm increments, up to six absorbance wavelengths per read, and up to four wavelength pairs for other read modes

Plate Formats: 6, 12, 24, 48, 96, 384 wells
Light Source: Xenon Flash Lamp (1 joule/flash)
Detectors: 2 photomultiplier tubes
ShakerTime: 0 to 999 seconds
Temperature Control: 2 °C above ambient to 60 °C
Temperature Uniformity: < 1°C at 37°C set point
Temperature Accuracy: ±1°C at 37°C set point
Endpoint Reading: All modes
Kinetic Reading: All modes
Spectral Scanning: All modes
Well Scanning: Abs, FI, Lum

IKA Big Squid Magnetic Stirrer

IKA Big Squid Magnetic Stirrer

Quantity: 4

Specifications (see manual for details):

improved magnetic stirrer with digital speed display (LED), an electronically controlled motor for more capacity and a higher speed range from 0-2500 rpm.
Outstanding chemical resistance due to the glass top and synthetic bottom made of TPC-E
 

Mettler Toledo Seven Compact Conductivity Meter (S230)

Mettler Toledo Seven Compact Conductivity Meter (S230)

Specifications (see manual for details):

                          Measuring Range                   Resolution     Accuracy
Conductivity    0.001 μS/cm … 1000 mS/cm   0.001 … 1      ± 0.5%
Temperature    -30.0 … 130.0°C                       0.1 °C            ± 0.1 °C

Calibration: 13 pre-defined or 1 user-defined standard
Cell constant: Determined via calibration or entered manually
Temperature compensation: Linear, non-linear, off, pure- water – reference temperature 20 °C or 25 °C

Mettler Toledo Spider 1 Balance

Mettler Toledo Spider 1 Balance

Note: This instrument is owned by a researcher and not intended for general use. Please contact Reiner Giesler for further information.

Specifications (see manual for details):

automatic zeroing
shutdown function
automatic backup
temporary change of display accuracy (control mode)
resolution: selectable

Esco Biosafety Cabinet (Class II BSC)

Esco Biosafety Cabinet (Class II BSC)

Note: This instrument is owned by a researcher and not intended for general use. Please contact Ellen Dorrepaal for further information.

Specifications (see manual for details):

ULPA Filter* with 99.999% efficiency against 0.3µm particles, 99.995% filter efficiency for MPPS at 0.1µm improves safety
Sentinel Gold Microprocessor Controller displays all safety information on one screen
Airflow sensor alerts the user if airflow is sufficient for greater safety
RS 232 Serial Interface Port enables sending of operational information to Building Management System (BMS)
ISOCIDETM powder coat inhibits microbial growth on external surface prevents contamination and improves safety
Divided autoclavable work tray allows easy cleaning

Vacuubrand Pump MD 1C

Vacuubrand Pump MD 1C

Note: This instrument is owned by a researcher and not intended for general use. Please contact Ellen Dorrepaal for further information.

Specifications (see manual for details):

Three-stage chemistry-design diaphragm pump
outstanding chemical resistance and superior vapor tolerance
exceptionally high performance even at low vacuum
excellent ultimate vacuum even with gas ballast
whisper quiet and ultra low vibration
proven long diaphragm life, maintenance-free drive system

Thermolyne Furnace 6000

Thermolyne Furnace 6000

Specifications (see manual for details):

Designed for coal and coke analysis procedures.
Furnaces come with an adjustable gas flow meter/valve (0–80 L/min.) located on the front for easy adjustment of airflow rate. Stainless steel manifold at rear chamber pre-warms incoming gases providing maximum temperature gradient of only ±3°C at 750°C (1382°F). 
Enlarged top vent connects easily to exhaust systems for ventilation of contaminants. 
Heating elements are enveloped in a custom formed refractory cement, reducing the damage caused by contaminant build-up on the resistant wire. 
Heating elements can be replaced individually, cutting down on operational cost.

Picarro CRDS Analyzer (G2131-i) and Picarro Small Sample Isotope Module

Picarro CRDS Analyzer (G2131-i) and Picarro Small Sample Isotope Module

Note: This instrument is owned by a researcher and not intended for general use. Please contact Ellen Dorrepaal for further information.

Specifications (see manual for details):

Precision, δ13C in CO2
(1-σ, 1 Hr window, 5 min)
< 0.1 ‰ guaranteed precision at > 380 ppm CO2,
< 0.25 ‰ typical precision at 200 ppm CO2,
< 0.05 ‰ typical precision at > 1000 ppm CO2

Picarro Small Sample Isotope Module

High-precision δ13C measurements of small volume CO2 and CH4 gas samples.
20ml of soil flux from a chamber, CO2 and CH4 at ambient concentrations
5ml of headspace from a water sample, 500ppm CH4
2ml of underground soil gas, 3% CO2
100μl of pure CO2

Labnet Spectrafuge Microcentrifuge (24D)

Labnet Spectrafuge Microcentrifuge (24D)

Note: This instrument is owned by a researcher and not intended for general use. Please contact Ellen Dorrepaal for further information.

Specifications (see manual for details):

The Spectrafuge 24D is a small benchtop centrifuge designed for separation of various
research samples. 
The motor is brushless and requires no routine maintenance. 
It is supplied with a 24 x 1.5/2.0ml rotor for micro samples. 
Adapters are available for tubes smaller than 1.5ml. 
The Spectrafuge 24D reaches speeds of up to 13,300 rpm/16,300 x g.

Shimadzu Total Organic Carbon Analyzer (TOC-VCPH) and Shimadzu ASI-V Autosampler

Shimadzu Total Organic Carbon Analyzer (TOC-VCPH) and Shimadzu ASI-V Autosampler

Specifications (see manual for details):

Combining the ASI-V automatic sample injector with a TOC-V Series analyzer creates a fully automatic analysis system
Three sample vial capacities are available
Select the sample vial and sample rack to suit the analyzed sample.
24 mL vials x 93
40 mL vials x 68
125 mL vials x 24
All three vial types have a well-sealed septum that can be easily replaced with the screw cap
The sampling needle is optimized for sample extraction from highly sealed vials and for sparging
Changing analysis conditions or adding sample vials during analysis is simple
System operation and carrier gas flow can be automatically stopped on completion of measurements
Creating multiple calibration curves and selecting the optimal curve for samples with significantly differing concentrations allows these samples to be analyzed in a single run
Rinsing both external and internal surfaces of the sampling needle prevents carryover between samples

Rainin Pipettes EDP3 Plus

Rainin Pipettes EDP3 Plus

Specifications (see manual for details):

The advanced microprocessor-controlled technology avoids pipetting errors and ensures highest precision
EDP3 makes piston movements operator independent, providing consistent accuracy, user-to-user, sample-to-sample
Ultra-light one-hand tip ejection
Autopace for auto-dispense plus versatile modes