NEW Thermo Scientific

Sorvall RC 12BP Plus

Large Capacity Centrifuge

An integrated system for high-throughput,

large volume blood-banking and
bioprocessing applications

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The Best Just Keeps Getting Better.
The Thermo Scientific Sorvall RC 12BP Plus offers a complete
processing system for high-throughput, large volume blood
banking and bioprocessing applications.

An Integrated System Optimized

for Your Success
• Sorvall® RC 12BP Plus centrifuge
• H-12000 Swinging Bucket rotor
• 2-liter True Fit Thermo Scientific
Nalgene centrifuge bottles
• Array of adapters for process
flexibility and convenience
• Thermo Scientific Centri-Log
data collection software
An Integrated System Optimized for Your Success

Highest Throughput in Secure & Compliant

a Single Step Centri-Log™ data collection software
• Process up to 12 blood bag with security capabilities ensures
systems in a single total process control and run
run – each with 500 mL parameter traceability for cGMP,
• Process up to 12 liters of GMP, and GLP compliance.
volume per run
Quiet & Comfortable
Versatile Accessory System Quiet and compact with minimal
Supports an array of blood banking heat output for comfortable,
and bioprocessing applications convenient in-laboratory placement.
and conveniently accommodates Low deck height facilitates loading
a broad range of blood bags, tubes, and unloading of samples and
and bottles. cleaning of the unit. Support for
standard electrical outlets provides
added convenience.
Simply Intuitive
• User-friendly interface
makes set-up and operation Safety Engineered
intuitive and easy A robust automated lid-lock control
• Enhanced display enables system protects users and makes lid
easy at-a-glance monitoring openings and closures effortless.
of set and run conditions
• 15-program memory 2-Liter Nalgene® Polypropylene
provides one-touch recall of Bottles and Sealing Caps
commonly used protocols Spin 2-liter Nalgene centrifuge
bottles for highest capacities. Bottles
Ensure Run-to-Run are designed for an exact fit with the
Reproducibility Thermo Scientific H-12000 rotor for
optimal processing performance.
The Accumulated Centrifugal A graduated wide-mouth simplifies
Effect™ (ACE) function assures decanting, re-suspensions, and
reproducible blood product yields, pellet removal. Ergonomic
regardless of rotor loading. ACE design facilitates
automatically compensates for loading, recovery, and
variations in acceleration due to full sample storage.
or partial rotor loading by adjusting
the centrifuge run time. • Leakproof up to
7,340 xg
• Autoclavable
Maximize Blood
Product Yields • Available in sterile
form
In slow start/stop mode, select from
11 acceleration and deceleration • USP Class VI,
profiles to customize results for non-cytotoxic and
maximum yields with minimal non-hemolytic
re-suspension.

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 Thermo Scientific Sorvall
centrifuges are the innovative
choice for busy blood banks
around the world.
Our large capacity centrifuges offer a unique set of benefits –
dependability, maximum versatility, superior throughput and volume,
along with simplicity, efficiency, and compliance.

Accelerate Expand Protect

your goals for performance your processing power. your precious samples and
and the bottom line. • Process up to 12 x 450-500 mL your process development.
• Reduce manpower, time, blood bag systems • Improve sample integrity
and energy costs through simultaneously through advanced
powerfully-efficient • New adapters accommodate capabilities – including
processing large numbers of blood Accumulated Centrifugal
• Scale up productivity tubes, allowing you to Effect (ACE) solutions
through intuitive controls process up to 324 x 5/7 mL • Ensure cGMP compliance
and paperless data tubes at once through easy-to-usel
collection/process document • A suite of proven accessories Centri-Log data traceability
management (swinging bucket rotor, software
• Lower maintenance costs 2 L bottles, and versatile • Reduce risk through
through well-proven Sorvall adapter set) supports an well-proven Sorvall system
system dependability array of blood banking and dependability
bioprocessing applications • Security key restricts
unauthorized access

State-of-the-art capabilities are

accessed through a familiar,
easy-to-use control panel.
Frequently-used protocols can be
recalled at the touch of a button
to minimize time between runs.

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 H-12000 Blood Processing Rotor,
Cat. No. 70050

Proven Solutions, Optimized for

Integrated Laboratory Workflows
The most reliable and versatile Adapters and Carriers for Step-Run Mode Automation
12-liter low-speed centrifuge Convenience & Versatility Buffy coat protocols can be optimized
available. Compact and comfortable A broad selection of adapters and using the step-run mode, which
with operator-friendly controls, it is carriers accommodate a variety of automatically increments run speed
ideal for dependable, high-throughput blood bags, tubes, and bottles. Large in pre-programmed stages. Customize
sample processing of large volumes, at capacity tube accommodation with results for maximum yields with
low speeds and constant temperatures. select adapters. minimum suspension and maximized
blood product yields.
• Maximum Speed: 4700 rpm
Centri-Log Data
• Maximum RCF: 7340 xg
Collection Software
• Maximum Capacity: 12 L
Electronic data capture software
• Spin 6 x 2000 mL for the documentation (recording
Nalgene Bio-bottles
and monitoring) of centrifugation
• Process 12 x 500 mL processes.
blood bag systems

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 Advanced Capabilities for
Demanding Applications
Centri-Log Data Collection Software
A paperless process tracking and compliance solution for
large capacity, low-speed centrifuge systems.

This innovative software provides effective documentation

of centrifugation processes, enabling lifecycle management
of processed samples, equipment optimization, and
compliance with standard operating procedures.

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• Quick, easy, secure, and accurate • Eliminate manual recording errors
data collection and document • Reduce risk of equipment downtime
management and quality failures
• Continual monitoring of speed, • Centri-Log data collection software
time, and temperature with alarm network can be customized to fit
messages in case of deviation the needs of your laboratory
from protocol
• Support for standard technologies:
• Ensured sample security Windows® compatible with RS-232
and integrity port/USB: Windows XP and earlier
• Ability to check run parameters versions: (Windows NT, Windows 98,
against procedures in PC database Windows ME, and Windows 2000)
• Connect to central database
through customized export file

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 The Sorvall RC 12BP Plus Centrifuge
System is the ideal solution for large-batch
bioprocessing applications in biotechnology
and pharmaceutical laboratories.

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 H-12000 Bioprocessing Rotor,
Cat. No. 70080

Powering the most demanding

processing applications
Process Bacterial and Yeast Harvest Mammalian Cell and Protect Valuable Samples
Cultures and Clarify Broths Tissue Cultures With the Sorvall RC 12BP Plus
A 6 x 2000 mL bottle capacity allows Adapters for the H-12000 rotor Centrifuge System, you can control
you to process a 12-liter bioreactor simplify cell and tissue culture acceleration and deceleration rates
harvest in a single run. The ACE harvests, letting you spin sample for delicate low-speed pelleting
function and slow start/stop modes vessels ranging from 2 L bottles applications.
maximize yields and reproducibility down to 50/15 mL conical tubes.
when processing multiple batches.

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6 7 8 9 10

Thermo Scientific Rotors and Adapters

Rotor Capacity Max Max
(Places x Speed RCF
Cat. No. Description Volume) (rpm) (xg)

H-12000 Blood Processing

70050 Swinging Bucket Rotor (includes 6 buckets) 12 x 500 mL
Adapters and Accessories for Blood Processing Rotor
77030 1 450-500 mL quads with additive 12 x 500 mL 4,700 7,340
77032 2 450-500 mL quads without additive 12 x 500 mL 4,700 7,340
77031 3 200-250 mL platelet rich plasma or buffy coat 12 x 300 mL 4,700 7,340
77033 Covers for adapters
77065 Adapter rack (6 place)
77064 Adapter rack (single)
75007065 4 BIOLink Adapter for H-12000 4,000 4,613
75007058 5 5/7 mL tube* 6 x 49 = 294 mL 4,000 4,613
75007057 6 10 mL tube* 6 x 37 = 222 mL 4,000 4,613
75007056 7 15 mL conical tube* 6 x 22 = 132 mL 4,000 4,613
75007055 8 50 mL conical tube* 6 x 10 = 60 mL 4,000 4,613
ME060001 9 5/7 mL blood collection tube (Greiner®) 6 x 54 = 324 mL 4,000 4,613
ME080001 10 5/7 mL blood collection tube (BD®) 6 x 54 = 324 mL 4,000 4,613
*Note: Adapters in lines 5 through 8 require the BIOLink Adapter.

H-12000 Bioprocessing
70080 Swinging Bucket Rotor (includes 6 buckets) 6 x 2000 mL
Adapters for Bioprocessing Rotor
3120-2002 2 Liter Nalgene Bio-bottle 6 x 2000 mL 4,700 7,340
3120-1000 1 Liter polypropylene bottle 6 x 1000 mL 4,700 7,340
3122-1000 1 Liter polycarbonate bottle 6 x 1000 mL 4,700 7,340
77074 1 Liter bottle adapter 6 x 1000 mL 4,700 7,340

New adapter capabilities for the H-12000

rotor maximize process performance and
application versatility.
Conical Tube
• 10 x 50 mL conical or 60 per run

Blood Collection Tube

• 54 x 5/7 mL blood collection tubes or 324 per run

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Specifications and Ordering Information
Sorvall RC 12BP Plus Centrifuge System

Centrifuge Specifications
Maximum speed 4,700 rpm
Maximum RCF 7,340 xg
Maximum capacity 12 L, 6 x 2000 mL Nalgene Bio-bottles, 12-500 mL quad blood bags
Drive High-performance induction
Imbalance detector 50 gram tolerance
Accel/decel profiles 11
Run time 1 min. - 99 min 59 sec., continuous operation
Temperature control range -10 to +40 °C
Dimensions (H x W x D) 1178 x 800 x 905 mm (46.3 x 31.5 x 35.6 in)
Weight 470 kg (1,036 lbs)
Control Microprocessor
Programmability 15 programs
Functions Centri-Log traceability software, ACE, Step-mode runs, slow start/stop
Safety features Automatic lid lock, imbalance detection, armored guard ring,
security key switch
Certification cULus approved and CE marked

Ordering Information
Description Cat. No.
Sorvall RC 12BP Plus, Single Phase, 208-220V, 60Hz 75007030
Sorvall RC 12BP Plus, Single Phase, 230V, 60Hz 75007031
Sorvall RC 12BP Plus, Single Phase, 220V-230V, 50Hz 75007032
Sorvall RC 12BP Plus, 3Phase, 400V, 50Hz 75007033

Centri-Log Data Collection Software

Windows compatible with RS-232 port/USB: Windows XP and earlier versions: (Windows NT, Windows 98, Windows ME, and Windows 2000)
Computer not included with software. Customer to provide PC.
Description Cat. No.
Basic kit for PC w/USB (required for system setup) 75007535
Networking kit, includes bar code reader 75007802
(kit required for each centrifuge networked)
Installation kit for first centrifuge (includes power supply) 75007516
Installation kit for each additional centrifuge 75007517

Contact your sales representative to discuss the right Centri-Log networking solution for your laboratory.

Comprehensive Centrifuge Solutions Worldwide Service and Support

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scientific discoveries. As the world leader in serving science, at peak performance levels. Our goal is to help you lower
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Validation Services for Peace of Mind

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designated compliance criteria at the time of installation and throughout its long operational life.
Our validation services also include documentation support to address today’s stringent regulatory
requirements. We offer a suite of packages that ensure compliance with applicable Installation,
Operational and Performance Qualification standards (IQ/OQ/PQ), and can develop customized plans
to meet your specific laboratory needs.

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