Benchmark TC 32 Mini Thermal Cycler delivers powerful performance in a compact footprint. Ideal for low-throughput PCR labs and educational settings, the TC 32 offers fast ramp rates, intuitive controls, and flexible programming — all in a footprint smaller than a lab notebook.
With capacity for 32 x 0.2mL tubes or 4 strips of 8, this mini cycler is perfect for small batch workflows without compromising performance. The color touchscreen, user-friendly interface, and advanced features make it a standout solution for thermal cycling in space-conscious labs.
Features:
- Compact footprint – just 7.2 x 9.2 inches
- Fast ramp rates: up to 5°C/sec heating and 4°C/sec cooling
- Full-color touchscreen with intuitive, icon-based navigation
- Stores over 100 user programs with increment/decrement options
- Self-adjusting heated lid (30°C to 112°C) prevents evaporation
- Auto restart after power failure
- Holds temperature at 4°C after run completion
- Excellent block accuracy and uniformity (±0.25°C)
Touchscreen Interface:
Programming is fast and simple using the large, icon-driven touchscreen. Save and recall over 100 common protocols, and customize them with adjustable ramp rates, time and temperature steps, and automatic pause/restart. At the end of a run, an on-screen report summarizes the program completion.
Heated Lid Technology:
The spring-loaded heated lid self-adjusts to form a consistent seal across tubes and strips, minimizing evaporation and condensation. Users can fine-tune the lid temperature or disable heating entirely as needed—no knobs or manual pressure adjustments required.
Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 32 x 0.2mL tubes or 4 x 8-tube strips |
| Temperature Range | 0°C to 99.9°C |
| Temperature Control | Simulated sample or block |
| Accuracy / Uniformity | ±0.25°C / ±0.25°C |
| Ramp Rate | 5°C/sec heating, 4°C/sec cooling |
| Lid Temperature | User adjustable 30°C to 112°C |
| Program Memory | Stores 100+ programs |
| Increments / Decrements | Time and temperature |
| Power Failure Restart | Yes |
| Power Supply | 100–240V, 50–60Hz (universal) |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 7.2 x 9.2 x 6.2 in / 18.2 x 23.2 x 15.7 cm |
| Weight | 6.4 lbs / 2.9 kg |
What's Included
- Benchmark TC 32 Mini Thermal Cycler
- Power Cord
- Operator’s Guide
- Manufacturer Documentation
- 2-Year Manufacturer’s Warranty
Why Choose the TC 32?
- Reliable performance in a compact form
- Ideal for labs with limited space or lower sample volume
- Cost-effective alternative to full-size cyclers
- Quick setup and intuitive operation for all experience levels
- Trusted Benchmark build quality with advanced temperature control