Keep Calm and Spin On: The Whats and Whys of Centrifugation

#30 — We have all heard about centrifugation, or more specifically, the horror stories associated with centrifugation going wrong.

But don't let centrifugation scare you! In this episode, you'll learn how to properly balance, when to use the brake, what the difference is between RCF and RPM, and more.

Read the full Whats and Whys of Centrifugation article for some of the most common issues that can be easily overlooked during centrifugation and why they are so important for the proper handling of a centrifuge. [1] Discover why RPM Does Not Equal RCF, and get top tips for Proper Use and Handling of Centrifugal Filters. [2,3]

Resources:
1. Keep Calm and Spin On: The Whats and Whys of Centrifugation. Available at: https://bitesizebio.com/47991/centrifuges-centrifugation/
2. RPM Does Not Equal RCF. Available at: https://bitesizebio.com/1777/rpm-does-not-equal-rcf/
3. Spinning Around: Tips and Tricks for Using Centrifugal Filters. Available at: https://bitesizebio.com/44738/spinning-around-tips-and-tricks-for-using-centrifugal-filters/

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Dr. Adam Pawson
Host
Dr. Adam Pawson
Senior Managing Editor, Bitesize Bio
Keep Calm and Spin On: The Whats and Whys of Centrifugation