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Ohaus
Ohaus HSMNHS4CAL Basic Mini Hotplate-Stirrer
$423.00
In stockOhaus mini hotplate-stirrer with a 4 in × 4 in ceramic top, heating and stirring up to 1000 mL, with a built-in support rod holder and locking knob.
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Description
HSMNHS4CAL – MINI HOTPLATES & STIRRERS
Our Rugged OHAUS USA Mini Hotplate Stirrer can heat and stir up to 1000 ml of water on the 4 x 4 in. (102 x 102 mm) ceramic top plate surface. These units are ideal for educational and other lab environments that require simple, every-day heating and stirring. All models feature a built-in support rod holder with a locking knob, which accepts the optional support rod kit. Stirring models include 1.5 in. (38 mm) PTFE coated stir bar.
Applications
Boiling Water, Dissolving Buffers and Reagents, Preparing Media, Concentrating Samples
Operation
Detachable 3-wire cord and plug (included)
Construction
Valox housing, basic control knobs, 1.5 inch (3.8 cm) stir bar (included with Stirring models), On/Off toggle switch (Fixed Temperature models)
HSMNHS4CAL Specifications
Function
Heating and Stirring
Capacity
1000mL
Plate Construction
Ceramic
Plate Size (LxW)
4” x 4” (10.2cm x 10.2cm)
Temp. Range
Ambient – 500°C
Control
Analog
Dimensions (LxWxH)
7.9″ x 6″ x 5″ (20.1cm x 15.2cm x 12.7cm)
Net Weight
4lb (1.8 kg)
Power
120V, 2.6A, 50/60Hz
Power Consumption
200 W
Safety Certification
TUV
Speed Range
100 rpm – 1200 rpm
Working Environment
41°F – 104°F, 80%RH, non-condensing (5°C – 40°C, 80% RH, Non-condensing)
Frequently asked questions
What is the plate size and capacity?+
A 4 × 4 in (102 × 102 mm) ceramic top plate, heating and stirring up to 1000 mL of water.
What is it intended for?+
Ohaus position it for educational and other lab environments needing simple everyday heating and stirring.
Does it take a support rod?+
Yes — a built-in support rod holder with a locking knob is fitted.
What is the part number?+
HSMNHS4CAL.
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