Compare our top centrifuges, microscopes, and cameras to choose the best fit for your clinical lab.
Model
Rotor Type
Capacity
Speed
Ideal Use Case
Features
E8 Centrifuge
Fixed-Angle
8 × 15mL test tubes
3,400 RPM
Routine bloodwork, general lab use
Fixed-angle rotor; available in fixed, variable, and touchscreen models
E8 Combination Centrifuge
Fixed-Angle + Microhematocrit
8 × 15mL test tubes + 2 Crit Carriers for 75mm capillaries
3,400 RPM
Blood samples & PCV / microhematocrit testing
Includes 4-place Crit Carrier inserts; dual-use for test tubes and microhematocrit
E8 Portafuge
Fixed-Angle
8 × 15mL test tubes
3,400 RPM
Field work, mobile clinics
Includes car seat and adapter; compact and portable
MX5 8-Place Centrifuge
Swing-Out
8 × 1–15 mL test tubes
5,000 RPM
Routine separations
High-speed swing-out; simple and effective
MX5 24-Place Centrifuge
Fixed-Angle
24 × 3–15 mL test tubes
5,000 RPM
High-throughput labs, bulk testing
Large volume rotor with straight-line separation
MX5 24-Place Bucket Centrifuge
Swing-Out
24 × 3–10 mL (via inserts) or 8 × 15 mL
5,000 RPM
Versatile bulk sample processing
Swing buckets with inserts; supports conical and straight tubes
MX5 4-Place Bucket Centrifuge
Swing-Out
4 × 50 mL tubes
5,000 RPM
High-volume industrial or veterinary work
Large-tube swing buckets for IRAP, PRP, or plasma
MX12 Centrifuge
Fixed-Angle
24 × 75mm capillaries (microhematocrit) + 12 × 1–2mL microtubes
12,000 RPM
PCV, serum separation, micro labs
Includes reader disc; dual rotor system for capillaries and microtubes
MXU 6-Place Centrifuge
Swing-Out
6 × 3–15 mL test tubes
3,400 RPM
Fecals with coverslips, delicate samples
Swing-out rotor for even sedimentation
MXU 8-Place Centrifuge
Fixed-Angle
8 × 3–15 mL test tubes
3,400 RPM
Blood, urine, standard separations
Fixed-angle rotor; great for compact, general use
MXU Hybrid Centrifuge
Hybrid (Swing-Out + Fixed-Angle)
2 angled + 4 swing-out (1–15mL tubes) + 8 × 75mm capillaries via Crit Carriers
3,400 RPM
Versatile: PCV, fecals, blood
Hybrid rotor for test tubes + microhematocrit; includes Crit Carrier
ZipCombo Centrifuge
Fixed-Angle + Microhematocrit
6 × 0.2–2.0mL microtubes + 12 × 40mm capillaries (microhematocrit)
12,000 RPM
Flexible daily lab work (serology, PRP, DNA prep)
Includes microtube + microhematocrit rotors; optional PCR rotor
Zip-IQ TT Centrifuge
Fixed-Angle
6 × 1.0–15mL tubes
5,000 RPM
Blood separation, PRP prep, urine sediment, general use
Digital RPM/RCF toggle, inserts for multiple tube sizes, whisper-quiet
Microscope Comparison
Model
Optics & Magnification
Stage Type
Lighting
Best For
Price Tier
i4 Infinity (4-Objective)
Infinity Plan; 4×–100× oil
Mechanical, 2-axis
LED w/ Köhler
Clinical labs, semen evaluation, cytology
Mid-Range
Innovation Biological
Infinity Plan; 4×–100× oil
Mechanical, 2-axis
LED
High-end diagnostics, advanced imaging
Premium
Revelation III DIN
Semi-Plan (DIN); 4×–100× oil
Mechanical, 2-axis
LED
General lab use, education, cytology
Budget-Friendly
Revelation III Portable (USB)
Semi-Plan (DIN); 4×–100× oil
Mechanical, 2-axis
Rechargeable LED
Fieldwork, mobile clinics, classrooms
Budget-Friendly
Student Pro Microscope
Achromatic; 4×–100×
Mechanical Stage
LED
High schools, student labs, light college use
Budget-Friendly
i4 Semen Evaluation (Phase)
Infinity Plan Phase Contrast (10x–100x)
Mechanical 2-axis
LED
High schools, student labs, light college use
Premium
Camera Comparison
Model
Resolution
Connectivity
Key Features
Best For
OS Compatibility
MiniVID USB 3.0
6.3 MP
USB 3.0
Fast live-streaming, simple plug-and-play
Basic documentation, student labs
PC or Mac
BioVID 1080+
2.0 MP (1080p HD)
HDMI, USB 2.0
HD video to TV, image + video capture
Live display, teaching, client demos
PC or Mac
BioVID 1080+ + Monitor
2.0 MP (1080p HD)n (DIN); 4×–100× oil
HDMI, USB 2.0
Includes 13.3" monitor, SD card compatible
Turnkey teaching stations
PC or Mac
BioVID 4K
8.0 MP (4K)
HDMI, USB
Rechargeable LED
High-res imaging, university labs
PC or Mac
MegaVID WiFi
12.0 MP (4K)
HDMI, USB, WiFi
Highest resolution, saves to flash, 3-way output
Digital pathology, high-end cytology
PC, Android, iOS