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Title |
Beckman Model E Ultracentrifuge Rotor (serial number 3429) |
Object Name |
Rotor |
Object ID |
2017.026A-B |
Description |
A: Black, oval shaped device. Rotor has two holes labeled "1" and "2"; one to hold a sample cell, the other to hold a balance cell. Top of rotor has a sharp needle. B: Red plastic base with manufacturer's name molded into plastic. |
Date |
1950s |
Dimensions |
H-6.5 Cir-22.5 inches |
Material |
Metal, Plastic |
Made |
Beckman Instruments Inc. |
Digital Collections Link |
https://digital.sciencehistory.org/works/9wju96o |
Search Terms |
Beckman Instruments, Inc. Biochemistry Instrument Accessories Rotors Ultracentrifuges |
Provenance |
"You asked how I used the Beckman Model E Ultracentrifuge rotor in my teaching in "greater detail". You have opened a flood gate. I have now been retired for 2 years and have not taught CHEM-342 Introduction to Biochemistry since Spring 2012 and I miss it. The website for the course is still on-line at |