Sigma Laborzentrifugen GmbH Sigma 3-16L

Maximum Speed (RPM)

100–15,300 rpm (varies by rotor; max swing-out ~5,500 rpm; fixed-angle up to 15,300 rpm)

Maximum Relative Centrifugal Force (RCF)

Up to 21,984 x g (varies by rotor; fixed-angle max ~21,984 x g; swing-out lower)

Acceleration/Deceleration Time

Acceleration ≤ 20–25 s; Deceleration ≤ 22–42 s (depends on rotor)

Temperature Control Range

-10 °C to +40 °C (3-16KL refrigerated); "-" (3-16L unrefrigerated)

Noise Level

≤ 55–65 dB(A) depending on model and rotor

Imbalance Detection

Automatic imbalance monitoring

Run Time Range

10 seconds to 99 hours 59 minutes

K-Factor (Clearing Factor)

Not specified

Footprint Dimensions

3-16L: 355 x 460 x 600 mm; 3-16KL: 355 x 630 x 600 mm; lid open height ~770-785 mm

Weight

3-16L: 48 kg; 3-16KL: 78 kg

Power Requirements

100–240 V, 50/60 Hz variants

Cooling System Type (e.g., Air, Refrigerated)

3-16L: air-cooled; 3-16KL: refrigerated (R513a refrigerant)

Energy Consumption

3-16L: 500 W; 3-16KL: 1,010 W

Maintenance Requirements

Spare parts ≥10 years; professional service available globally

Product Series

Sigma 3-16L and Sigma 3-16KL

Warranty Period

Not specified; spare parts guaranteed ≥10 years