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Bench-top Bioreactor
Minifors 2
Bench-top Bioreactor
Minifors 2
Jumpstart your bioprocess R&D with this compact and easy-to-use bioreactor
Easily initiate and manage cell culture or microbial experiments from research and development through process development with this plug-and-play Minifors 2 bench-top bioreactor system.
Advantages
Quickly begin your experiments
Get your experiments started quickly with minimal experience thanks to the preconfigured delivery and intuitive controls of this bench-top bioreactor. Simply connect the device, mount the vessel, connect pumps and sensors, and begin your work quickly.
Compact and easy to handle
Requiring very little space on the lab bench, this compact bench-top bioreactor is designed for optimal handling and operation. All components are easily accessible and allow for stress-free transport within the vessel holder, to and from autoclave, fitting within smaller autoclaves with only 30 cm inner diameter.
Easily automate your data management
Save time and resources by automating your data management with eve®, a web-based bioprocess platform software. Accessing your data from anywhere so you can collaborate with colleagues at different facilities, leading to faster research results.
Quickly begin your experiments
Get your experiments started quickly with minimal experience thanks to the preconfigured delivery and intuitive controls of this bench-top bioreactor. Simply connect the device, mount the vessel, connect pumps and sensors, and begin your work quickly.
Compact and easy to handle
Requiring very little space on the lab bench, this compact bench-top bioreactor is designed for optimal handling and operation. All components are easily accessible and allow for stress-free transport within the vessel holder, to and from autoclave, fitting within smaller autoclaves with only 30 cm inner diameter.
Easily automate your data management
Save time and resources by automating your data management with eve®, a web-based bioprocess platform software. Accessing your data from anywhere so you can collaborate with colleagues at different facilities, leading to faster research results.
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The cookbook
A guide for biotech beginners
Download this eBook for basic concepts, recipes, and strategies for bioprocesses involving cell culture and microorganisms.
Product specifications
- Vessel sizes (and working volumes): 1.5 L (0.3 - 1 L), 3 L (0.6 - 2 L), and 6 L (1.1 - 4 L)
- Base unit dimensions (Width including operating panel x Depth including hose connection): 455 x 415 mm / 17.9 x 16.3 in.
- 4 high-performance pumps with configurable operating modes: digital (fixed-speed) or analog (variable speed)
- High end gassing with 2 microbial or 5 cell culture Mass Flow Controllers (MFCs)
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Customer voices
The Minifors 2 was our first bioreactor, and it’s proven a reliable piece of equipment over many years. It is fully integrated with our sensors, and was great for establishing proof of concept ahead of scaling up production to larger bioreactors.
Julia ReisserCo-founder, Uluu
We are thoroughly impressed by this practical bioreactor design. It allows us to save time during calibration and preparation for cultivation.
Mohd RazifMamatHead of Technical Administration and Operation, Malaysia Genome Institute
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