#82 — Did you know that most centrifuge accidents result from user error and improper centrifuge care? While proper balancing of samples is important, it is not the only thing you need to be aware of when using your centrifuge. In this episode of Mentors At Your Benchside, we give you 5 tips to help ensure your centrifuge keeps spinning.

Read the full article to get the formula for finding the real maximum speed to use based on a solution’s density. [1] Need to use an ultracentrifuge? These beasts should be respected, but there is no need to be petrified of them; just read our tips on using an ultracentrifuge safely. [2] Finally, for more advice on using centrifuges, be sure to watch the on-demand webinar from Eppendorf on Essentials in Centrifugation to get informed on how centrifuges work, practical tips and tricks, and critical safety information. [3]

Resources:
1. How to Keep Your Centrifuge Alive: 5 Easy Tips. Available at: https://bitesizebio.com/31550/keep-centrifuge-alive/
2. Respect the Ultra. Available at: https://bitesizebio.com/4251/respect-the-ultra/
3. Essentials in Centrifugation - Better Safe than Sorry! (Webinar). Available on-demand: https://events.bitesizebio.com/essentials-in-centrifugation-1/join