Buy Microplate Mixers and Shakers in Nigeria.

Select the right microplate mixing equipment category

Microplate mixers and shakers are distinct from general vortex mixers, orbital platform shakers, microplate readers and plate washers. A reader measures signals; a washer handles liquid removal or washing; a shaker or mixer provides controlled movement. Category names alone do not prove that two models accept the same plate, hold the same number of plates or provide the same motion. Begin with the plate types, quantity and approved workflow your laboratory needs.

The BIOBASE product family represented here contains the BK-TS100 and BK-VX1800 microplate shakers plus the MX-M microplate mixer. BIOBASE’s official pages describe BK-TS100 as a four-plate instrument, BK-VX1800 as accepting ELISA, cell-culture and deep-hole plates, and MX-M as a microplate mixer with optional adapters. These are not interchangeable specifications. Confirm the exact model and plate arrangement with the technical owner before requesting pricing.

Use the BIOBASE microplate readers category if the need is signal measurement, and the ELISA readers and washers category when the requirement includes a reader or washer. Those routes help separate equipment roles; they do not determine which instrument your laboratory should use. The laboratory’s approved method and the manufacturer’s current documents should settle equipment requirements.

Compare the BK-TS100 manufacturer specifications

BIOBASE lists the BK-TS100 as a microplate shaker with a 3 mm mixing orbit and a capacity of four plates. The manufacturer gives a speed range of 200–1,500 rpm, a speed step of 10 rpm, a timer range from 1 minute to 99 hours 59 minutes and a power consumption of 45 W. It lists an AC 110–240 V, 50/60 Hz supply, 280 × 270 × 140 mm dimensions and 4.0 kg net weight. Confirm current documentation and the offered regional configuration before ordering.

For procurement, treat each parameter as a question to match against your specification. Does the laboratory need four plates in one run, or a different capacity? Is the published speed range and 10 rpm increment relevant to the approved application? Does the stated timer range meet the workflow requirement? Ask the technical owner to answer these questions using the exact plate format and approved method. This buyer guide does not prescribe sample handling or experimental settings.

The manufacturer page also describes an LCD display, one-touch knob, fault detection and audible alarm. Ask for the current datasheet and user documentation to confirm the controls and any required accessories. Request the quote to list the supplied plate holders or adapters, if any, instead of assuming the equipment photograph shows a standard package. A warranty statement on the source page should also be confirmed in the supplier’s written commercial offer for the exact destination.

Check whether BK-VX1800 fits the plate and motion requirement

BIOBASE identifies BK-VX1800 as a microplate shaker with horizontal rotation and a 3 mm shaking amplitude. The manufacturer lists a rotary range of 200–1,800 rpm, a timer range of 0–100 hours or continuous operation, digital display and key control, and a DC motor. The source names ELISA plates, cell-culture plates and deep-hole plates. Use these details to frame a specification review, not as evidence that every brand or plate design is compatible.

The BK-VX1800 page lists a net weight of 16 kg, rated power of 20 W and AC 100–240 V, 50/60 Hz power supply. It also gives an ambient condition of 5–40°C and 80% relative humidity. Ask the supplier for the latest model documentation and compare those figures with the actual room and facility power information. The listing does not establish installation conditions, included adapters, local warranty or delivery scope.

Its plate types, movement and speed range differ from the BK-TS100 details. Put the exact model into the requisition and ask for the plate compatibility information relevant to the laboratory’s specified plates. If the laboratory needs an adapter or a particular format, list the brand, dimensions and part reference and request written confirmation. Do not infer interchangeability from “microplate shaker” in both product names.

Evaluate the MX-M microplate mixer separately

BIOBASE describes MX-M as a microplate mixer with orbital shaking, a 4.5 mm orbital diameter and a brushless DC motor. The manufacturer lists a speed range of 0–1,500 rpm for a single microplate and 0–1,000 rpm for a double microplate, with maximum shaking weight of 0.5 kg including attachments. These capacity distinctions matter when the buyer is comparing it with a model whose product page specifies multiple plates or different plate types.

The source also lists a motor input of 18 W, motor output of 10 W, power consumption of 20 W, AC 100–240 V, 50/60 Hz supply and IP21 protection type. It names optional adapters and states that a test-tube adapter must be matched with PS1.1. Have the quotation identify the selected adapter by reference and confirm that the intended arrangement is supported. A generic request for “microplate mixer accessories” does not establish compatibility.

Ask for the current datasheet and included-accessory list for the exact model. If a single or double plate arrangement is required, write it on the request and ask Franance to state which configuration is quoted. The product title, photograph and broad speed range do not replace the manufacturer’s documentation for the intended package.

Match plate type, capacity and movement to the specification

The practical comparison begins with a short schedule: plate type and dimensions, how many plates the instrument must hold, motion type, speed range and increment, timer requirements, attachments and any required software or data record. Ask the laboratory’s responsible technical lead to identify the accepted plate references. BIOBASE names different plate types for BK-VX1800 and describes a four-plate capacity for BK-TS100; MX-M specifies one- and two-plate speed conditions. Keep those model facts separate in the evaluation.

Do not use a neighbouring product’s specification to fill gaps in the selected model’s listing. A 3 mm movement figure on one shaker should not be assumed for another. A broad label such as “microplate shaker” does not determine the motion pattern or attachment. If an essential feature is absent from the source page, ask for a current manufacturer datasheet or written confirmation before scoring the offer.

The workflow owner should supply the application-specific requirements and any compatibility references. This guide is about choosing and procuring equipment; it does not provide laboratory protocols, sample preparation, plate-loading instructions or experimental operating settings. The approved method, the manufacturer’s instructions and the laboratory’s governance remain the relevant references for use.

Plan power, room and documentation needs

The three models list different electrical details: BK-TS100 lists AC 110–240 V at 50/60 Hz; BK-VX1800 and MX-M list AC 100–240 V at 50/60 Hz. Confirm the nameplate and regional configuration for the actual unit rather than treating a page’s stated range as a site approval. Provide the facility’s supply details and any required plug or connection information with the quotation request.

Use the published dimensions and weight to check receiving, bench placement and accessible workspace. BK-TS100 is listed at 280 × 270 × 140 mm and 4.0 kg net; BK-VX1800 at approximately 420 × 305 × 147 mm and 16 kg net; MX-M at approximately 260 × 150 × 80 mm and 3 kg gross. Confirm whether measurements are external dimensions, packed dimensions, net or gross weights, and request current packing information for transport planning.

Ask for the current datasheet, user documentation, warranty terms and accessory schedule. If installation, setup, training or acceptance records are required, ask Franance to quote those as separate deliverables and identify the assumptions. Do not assume that a manufacturer’s general online warranty statement or delivery notice applies to a specific Nigeria quotation.

Keep equipment, adapters and plates itemized

For a clear institutional comparison, separate the instrument from plates, adapters and any other requested laboratory supplies. Give each adapter its manufacturer reference and name the host model. If the laboratory expects plates to be supplied with the instrument, state their type and quantity as separate quote lines so that the included package is visible. This also prevents a general “compatible accessories” phrase from being mistaken for a confirmed part list.

Ask the supplier to identify any item that is included, optional, excluded or dependent on a further manufacturer check. If the requested plate or attachment is not named in the product documentation, keep that item open for written confirmation rather than assuming it is supported. The purchasing team can then compare equivalent instrument packages and decide whether all required items are available within the same delivery schedule.

Compare offers and submit a Franance quote request

Compare quotes against the same model and written requirement. Check plate capacity and supported formats, motion type, speed range and increments, timer range, power supply, dimensions, controls, supplied adapters, documentation, warranty and delivery assumptions. If one offer substitutes another model, request a side-by-side explanation and decide with the technical owner whether the differences satisfy the approved specification.

Ask that price, currency, quote validity, quantity, destination, estimated delivery timing, taxes or charges where applicable and payment terms appear in writing. Separate required accessories from optional ones and request part references for all adapters. If the project also needs a reader or washer, list each instrument separately; a combined laboratory package should not hide which model performs each function.

Send Franance the preferred model, plate references, capacity and movement requirements, any required adapter, quantity, facility address and requested delivery date. Attach the institution’s technical specification if available. Franance can review the request and prepare a written quotation identifying the proposed model, included items, assumptions and commercial terms. Browse BIOBASE equipment in Nigeria, microplate readers, or ELISA readers and washers, or send a microplate equipment enquiry.

Frequently asked questions

### Which BIOBASE microplate models are in this category?

The manufacturer product pages identify BK-TS100 and BK-VX1800 as microplate shakers and MX-M as a microplate mixer. Confirm exact model and configuration in the written quotation.

### Does BK-TS100 hold more plates than the other models?

BIOBASE lists four-plate capacity for BK-TS100. BK-VX1800 names supported plate types, while MX-M gives single- and double-plate speed conditions. Compare the exact capacity requirement against each model’s current datasheet.

### Can I use any microplate with these shakers?

No compatibility should be assumed from the category name. Provide exact plate references and ask for model-specific confirmation, especially if an adapter or non-standard format is required.

### Is MX-M the same as a vortex mixer?

BIOBASE describes MX-M as a microplate mixer with orbital movement. A vortex mixer is a separate equipment category; compare the approved motion and vessel requirements before selecting.

### How do I request a Franance quotation?

Send the exact model, plate format, quantity, adapter needs, power details and delivery destination through the Franance enquiry form. Review the written configuration and commercial terms before ordering.