Benchmark MultiTherm Touch Heating & Cooling Shaker is a next-generation thermal mixing platform designed for precision temperature control and customizable shaking performance. Ideal for molecular biology, biochemistry, and clinical labs, the MultiTherm Touch offers powerful functionality in a compact, intuitive system.
Featuring a full-color touchscreen, programmable ramp rates, bi-directional mixing, and support for up to 50 protocols, the MultiTherm Touch delivers a highly flexible user experience. An expanded speed range up to 3,000 RPM (block-dependent) and temperature control from -20°C to 105°C make this unit suitable for everything from DNA denaturation to cold sample preservation.
Key Features:
- Speed range: 200 – 3,000 RPM (block-dependent) with 3 mm orbital mixing
- Temperature range: Ambient -20°C to 105°C with ±0.5°C uniformity
- Full-color 4.3” touchscreen for intuitive operation and real-time monitoring
- Stores up to 50 programs, each with 5 programmable steps
- Advanced programming: adjustable ramp rates, clockwise/counterclockwise mixing, and preheat functions
- Quick-access “Short” button for max-speed mixing on demand
- Automatic block recognition for seamless transitions between applications
- Optional heated lid for tubes (up to 5ml) and microplates to prevent condensation
- Tool-free block exchange; supports tubes from 0.2ml to 50ml and a wide variety of microplates
- Compact footprint and insulated housing for safe, efficient lab operation
- 2 Year Manufacturer’s Warranty
Applications
- Enzyme reactions & denaturation protocols
- Sample incubation with variable mixing
- DNA, RNA, and protein workflows
- Cold or hot sample prep prior to analysis
Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Speed Range | 200 – 3,000 RPM (block dependent) |
| Orbit | 3 mm |
| Temperature Range | Ambient -20°C to 105°C |
| Temperature Uniformity | ±0.5°C |
| Display | 4.3” full-color touchscreen |
| Timer | 1 sec to 99 hrs 59 min 59 sec or continuous |
| Program Memory | 50 programs with up to 5 steps each |
| Programming Features | Ramp rate, preheat, bi-directional mixing, lid heating, auto restart |
| Block Recognition | Automatic |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 6.3 x 12.6 x 8.7 in (16 x 32 x 22 cm) |
| Weight | 22 lb / 10 kg |
| Electrical | 110–240V, 50/60Hz |
What's Included
- Benchmark H5100-HCT MultiTherm Touch Shaker
- Power Cord
- Operator’s Guide
- Manufacturer’s Documentation
- 2 Year Manufacturer’s Warranty
Note: Thermal blocks and heated lid are not included and must be purchased separately. See the “Technical Specifications Sheet” or “Accessories” tab for a complete list of compatible blocks and options.