Click here to see more used and reconditioned ultralow freezers in stock now at American Instrument Exchange!

Looking for a reliable ultralow freezer at a fraction of the price of a new unit? Check out the Panasonic model MDF-DU702VH-PA VIP ECO series ultralow freezer available from American Instrument Exchange!

Panasonic Healthcare’s VIP Series ultra-low temperature upright freezers are designed for safe, reliable storage of the most critical biologicals.

Energy efficiency in VIP Series freezers is achieved through balanced temperature performance and power management.

The advanced combination of cabinet design, electronics, refrigeration and critical components are engineered for enhanced security, performance and reliability. The VIP ECO ultra-low temperature freezer operates on natural refrigerants.

The robust refrigeration system is powered by Panasonic Healthcare engineered compressors. The system provides dependable cooling by balancing temperature performance and energy management. Reserve refrigeration power assures exceptional temperature recovery following door openings. VIP freezers have demonstrated >99% reliability with excellent performance history.

Panasonic VIP ECO Series Ultralow Freezer.

Inside-out engineering starts with a patented VIP Plus insulation composite which results in an efficient, thin-wall cabinet. Insulated inner doors improve temperature uniformity, minimize cold air loss during door openings and extend warm-up times during power outages. VIP Plus insulation composite maximizes space efficiency and holds up to 576 2″ boxes or 384 3″ boxes within a 9.48 ft2 (0.88 m2) footprint.

Integrated microprocessor-based controller and LED display include comprehensive setpoint, alarms, monitoring, diagnostic and communication features. This space saving cabinet design offers a reduced wall thickness for maximum interior volume. Ideal for storage of DNA, RNA and other biological samples. The stainless steel framed, insulated inner doors with gasket seal firmly against the cabinet to help minimize change in interior temperatures during routine door openings. Inner door latches feature an ergonomic design for one-handed operation.

All of our equipment is used and reconditioned. Our technicians verify the accuracy of temperature controls and readouts of all ultralow freezers, making sure that the units hold temperature to within the manufacturer specified tolerance. We replace any hardware or parts as is necessary and if needed replace refrigerant. We clean all freezers thoroughly prior to shipment.

Please contact us today for more information regarding this Panasonic ultralow freezer!

Click here to inquire about lab equipment repair services from American Instrument Exchange!

American Instrument Exchange provides depot repair service for a wide variety of laboratory equipment, including:

Freezers Ultralow freezers
Refrigerators Shakers
Incubators Ovens
Benchtop autoclaves Lyophilizers/freeze dryers
Centrifuges And much more!

How does it work?

American Instrument Exchange is available to repair a wide variety of equipment in our fully stocked facility. We can schedule and coordinate pick up and transportation of your malfunctioning equipment to our shop.

With hourly rates lower than most OEM service providers and no travel time for service representatives, repair costs can be reduced. Additionally, our lab depot repair service reduces or sometimes eliminates scheduling-related delays. Our depot repair facilities are staffed by service technicians who are qualified and experienced and can restore your equipment’s performance to factory specifications.

After receiving the instrument our trained technicians will evaluate the machine and send a report detailing diagnosis, repair options, and anticipated costs. Preliminary triage testing is carried out by our skilled technicians in order to identify the reported issue as well as any additional flaws.

If possible, OEM parts are used to replace of any defective parts that are found to be underperforming. If we can’t find OEM parts, alternatives will be sourced.

Once repairs are complete, we fully test the instrument using calibrated recorders to verify proper function, making sure all controls and readouts are accurate and that the equipment works to specification.

We then arrange for or coordinate the return of your equipment in the safest manor possible to ensure that it works as promised. All repair work is fully covered by our 90-day warranty.

One piece of equipment going down can cause a huge impact on your lab’s productivity. Unless you have in-house technicians with experience, your lab may be most efficient and cost-effectively repaired by using a depot repair service.

Why should you outsource your repair work to depot service?

The majority of the time, no one on the lab staff will have the technical or mechanical expertise necessary to successfully carry out equipment maintenance and repair. They may, at best, have a lot of user experience and be able to perform routine maintenance, calibrate the instrument, and make minor repairs. However, when problems arise that go beyond their capabilities or the problems necessitate special tools, it’s time to call a professional. The only way to guarantee a high-quality and effective repair would then be to hire a specialized service company.

Depot repair businesses will be able to fix equipment better and more quickly than lab staff unless an organization is large enough to justify employing a full-time specialist in equipment maintenance and repair. Even if a repair isn’t technically complicated, it might still take too long to do internally. For instance, conventional approaches can take an excessive amount of time to locate a pinhole leak in the vacuum system of a freeze dryer. The expertise and specialized equipment of third-party repair companies will speed up the troubleshooting and repair procedures.

Aside from the additional downtime, delegating the repair to an unqualified employee may exacerbate the issue. The employee may accidentally aggravate the issue or damage other process components if they lack the necessary expertise. As a result, in addition to paying for the initial issue, the lab must also cover the additional downtime caused by the new issues.

Not only are depot service providers much less likely to exacerbate the issue, but they will also be able to remedy their mistakes, if they do.

Depot service vs. field service

Here are a few scenarios where using a depot repair service is better than going with the original equipment manufacturer:

  • Your equipment’s warranty is expired or invalidated
  • OEM service calls include pricey travel time
  • Your equipment is no longer supported by the OEM because it’s a few generations old
  • It can take a long time to get an OEM service technician to your lab, leading to longer downtime

Utilizing American Instrument Exchange’s depot repair service can provide faster turnaround times and easier scheduling.

More efficient scheduling

Having a single point of contact for all events related to service can save you a lot of time and money because you won’t have to coordinate scheduling with multiple companies. OEM’s often have local independent service providers come in and do the repair work. Doing so requires multiple steps in scheduling, leading to increased wait time, which leads to decreased production.

Considerations for choosing a depot repair service:

Reputation – Pay close attention to the testimonials on the company’s website and Google reviews. If the majority of reviews are favorable and there are no recurrent complaints, the business is probably a good choice.

Expertise – Make sure the service provider you’re thinking about hiring specializes in the equipment you need fixed. Among the broader selection of supported products, some service providers specialize in repairing equipment in particular categories.

Affordability – If the company is far away, you might have to pay more for an on-site service call. Your instrument’s downtime will also increase as a result of the travel time, costing you more money and delays.

Why should you choose American Instrument Exchange?

American Instrument Exchange’s depot repair service is a great fit for equipment that has been in storage for an extended period of time, inoperable, or simply “shelved” for years.  We check all the boxes when it comes to what you should want and expect in a depot repair service.

The depot repairs provided by American Instrument Exchange save you time, space, and, most importantly, money. Send us your used or out of warranty equipment and we will get you up and running quickly and affordably.

Contact us today for pricing and information on our depot repair services!

When your hardworking lab equipment is underperforming or completely breaks down, we understand that there’s little time to waste in bringing it back online. And that’s how we approach laboratory repair services and maintenance here at American Instrument Exchange.

Whether you want depot repair services or refurbishment services, American Instrument Exchange’s depot repair service can take care of your lab’s needs in a timely and cost-effective manner. Make a depot service request through the form below, and one of our representatives will be back with you shortly.

Click here for more details about the Beckman Optima MAX-XP available from American Instrument Exchange.

For decades Beckman has consistently manufactured some of the best centrifuges on the market. So when we got our hands on the Beckman Optima MAX-XP we were very excited to give it a try.

The first thing we noticed is that this centrifuge is quiet, with half as much sound as other tabletop ultras and significantly less dBs than floor model options. Even at runs up to 150,000rpm the volume was unexpectedly low. The full-color touchscreen is easy to read and has remote monitoring and control features.

Beckman Optima MAX-XP

Bells and whistles aside, the Optima MAX-XP is ideal for applications requiring high speed and g-forces with volume flexibility, like viral vector gene delivery and nanoparticle applications and also meets the needs of traditional laboratory applications, including separation of subcellular particles and protein purification and isolation. It’s fully compatible with a complete library of fixed-angle, swinging-bucket and unique near-vertical-tube (NVT) tabletop rotors. In short, this is a power-packed solution that delivers fast, efficient separations from samples as small as 175 μL up to 32.4 ml and at speeds of up to 150,000 RPM and more than 1,000,000 x g.

Security features include rotor identification by serial number as well as password protection and electronic signatures help you maintain chain of custody and compliance. The Optima MAX-XP’s rotors and its labware are designed, manufactured and tested as an integrated system for optimal performance and safety. The advanced software supports rigorous electronic recordkeeping with password-controlled access and audit trail documentation. The system monitors and records individual user and run data, rotor logs and more. Also features real-time speeds, time and temperature, and a customizable user interface for up to 12 persons. Plus, access to an array of language, including French, Spanish, Japanese, simplified Chinese and more.

So if you’re in the market for a tabletop ultracentrifuge please give us a call or email about the Beckman MAX-XP. Thanks!

American Instrument Exchange has been a reliable source for used laboratory and scientific equipment for over 50 years, buying and selling equipment since 1969. Our surplus lab equipment is reconditioned for many types of laboratories, including biotech, biomedical, medical research, chemical, pharmaceutical, and university and hospital research laboratories. All lab equipment listed on our website is in stock and ships from our 30,000 square foot warehouse in Massachusetts. Our facilities include a fully equipped shop with highly trained technicians who thoroughly test each instrument before it reaches your laboratory. Please visit our website at https://www.americaninstrument.com/.

Click here to see more featured refurbished lab equipment from American Instrument Exchange.

American Instrument Exchange is the preferred supplier for used and refurbished equipment to customers worldwide in a variety of industries, including major pharmaceutical companies, rock-star biotech startups, major breweries and microbreweries, cannabis startups, academic labs, and more. In addition to the global network of customers we have built over the past five decades a significant portion of our business is still centered in and around the biotech cluster in Cambridge and Boston that we call home. Below are some featured products that have recently arrived in stock.

Thermo Sorvall Lynx 4000 centrifuge

The Thermo Scientific Sorvall LYNX 4000 superspeed centrifuge has a 4L capacity and performance up to 68,905 x g. Advanced rotor innovations including Thermo Scientific Auto-Lock rotor exchange, Thermo Scientific Auto-ID instant rotor identification and lightweight and durable Thermo Scientific Fiberlite carbon fiber rotors that shorten run set-up time and increase rotor security. For real-time run monitoring and control via a smart device, download the Thermo Scientific Centri-Vue application. The fixed angle rotors for the LYNX 4000 are lightweight Fiberlite carbon fiber rotors with corrosion- and fatigue-resistance secures the rotor’s structural integrity. We have several rotors in stock and available for this centrifuge, but supplies are limited. Click here for more info and to contact us.

Thermo Sorvall Lynx 4000 centrifuge from American Instrument Exchange

K2 Scientific glass door laboratory refrigerator

K2’s 25 cu. ft. high performance laboratory / pharmaceutical refrigerators are designed for the most rigorous life science, research, healthcare, clinical, and commercial applications. It features an intelligent microprocessor controller with digital display and adjustable temperature control, temperature stability of +0.63°C and -1.4°C from the set point; visual and audible hi or low temperature, sensor failure, door ajar alarms; keyed door locks; magnetically sealed door with rapid cool-down mode after door opening for quick temperature recovery; heated gaskets to maintain pliability and seal; door-activated and exterior switch-activated interior LED lighting; cabinet constructed of white powder-coated 304 steel with CFC-free, high density insulation (2.4′ thick); easy swivel casters; remote dry alarm contacts; and a 0.75” temperature probe and data logger access port.  Click here for more details.

K2 Scientific glass door laboratory refrigerator from American Instrument Exchange

Mettler Toledo AX26DR analytical balance

The Mettler Toledo AX26DR is a dual range balance with readability in the fine range of 0.002mg to 3.0g and a full range of 0.01mg readability to 21g capacity. This balance is electronic and features proFACT fully automated calibration technology. The draft shield doors can be engaged to move together or each door can be moved independently with manual/one-touch/motorized operation. The Mettler Toledo AX26DR also features touch screen and hands-off operation modes that allow users open and close the glass draft shields and/or zero the balance without touching the controls. Click here for more details.

Labconco FreeZone 12 with 14-port manifold

FreeZone 12 Liter Console Freeze Dryers are designed for lyophilizing moderate to large sample loads or numerous small container batches. The console features a front viewing window, and interior space for a vacuum pump. The system removes a maximum of 8 liters of water in 24 hours and features brushed stainless steel and powder-coated steel exterior; stainless steel collector and coil; vacuum control/break valve; rear-mounted RS-232 port; automatic start-up switch for collector cool-down and vacuum pull-down; hot gas defrost and switch; and a retractable collector drain line. Click here for more details.

Caron 7403 incubator with Wheaton 5-tier rolling apparatus

Caron cell roller-ready CO2 incubators are ideal for scale-up production of monolayer cell cultures and other large-scale cell culture applications with roller apparatus. This reach-in CO2 incubator is designed specifically for use with cell roller apparatus and is supplied with an easy-to-use ramp for roller installation. Warm rooms are commonly used to perform cell production runs with roller bottles, however, these basic rooms limit production output mainly due to lack of control of pH. Caron’s  application-specific design provides precise and evenly distributed temperature and CO2 so production capacity is maximized. Our incubators have an ergonomic design and take up a minimal footprint, making them well suited for many laboratory and production facility scenarios. Click here for more details.

Caron 7403 incubator with Wheaton 5-tier rolling apparatus from American Instrument Exchange

American Instrument Exchange has been a reliable source for used laboratory and scientific equipment for over 50 years, buying and selling equipment since 1969. Our surplus lab equipment is reconditioned for many types of laboratories, including biotech, biomedical, medical research, chemical, pharmaceutical, and university and hospital research laboratories. All lab equipment listed on our website is in stock and ships from our 30,000 square foot warehouse in Massachusetts. Our facilities include a fully equipped shop with highly trained technicians who thoroughly test each instrument before it reaches your laboratory. Please visit our website at https://www.americaninstrument.com/.