IKA Loopster digital Rotator, Tilt Angle 0 to 90°, 5 to 80 rpm, 2 kg, 0004016000
€790.50
% Manufacturer's RRP: €1,054.00 25% below manufacturer's RRP
- Rotator with freely adjustable tilt angle from 0 to 90°
- Rotation speed 5 to 80 rpm in 1-rpm increments
- Countdown timer: 1 s to 5,999 min or continuous operation
- For tubes up to 50 ml, permissible shaking weight 2 kg
- Attachments are removable and easy to clean
- 3-year manufacturer’s warranty upon registration within 90 days
Scope of delivery: Loopster digital rotator without attachment. The tube attachment shown is not included and is available separately.
ⓘ This product description has been translated from German using AI. Despite careful review, we do not guarantee that the translation is error-free; in case of doubt, the German version shall prevail.
Product information "IKA Loopster digital Rotator, Tilt Angle 0 to 90°, 5 to 80 rpm, 2 kg, 0004016000"
Rotate tubes up to 50 ml slowly instead of shaking them: that is what the IKA Loopster digital is designed for. On the turntable, the vessels rotate about an axis whose tilt angle can be freely adjusted between 0 and 90 degrees. The speed can be set from 5 to 80 rpm, and a countdown timer limits the running time. The device is designed for biological samples, particularly blood samples, and gently mixes powdered and liquid samples.
Rotation instead of shaking
Unlike the roller shakers in the ROLLER series, the vessels in the Loopster are held in attachments on a rotating disc. The angle of rotation is freely adjustable, and the turntable can be tilted between 0 and 90 degrees. The permissible shaking weight, including the attachment, is 2 kg. The speed is adjusted in increments of 1 rpm, with the lowest settable speed being 5 rpm. A membrane keypad controls the speed and time, both of which are displayed on a 7-segment LED.
Timer, counter and error code
The timer runs as a countdown from 1 second to 99 hours and 59 minutes (5,999 minutes); alternatively, the unit can operate continuously at 100 % duty cycle. A counter displays the elapsed shaking time, whilst an error code display indicates faults. Permissible ambient temperatures range from 4 to 50 °C, meaning the unit may be placed in an incubator. It operates on a voltage of 100 to 240 V at 50/60 Hz; the degree of protection is IP 21 in accordance with DIN EN 60529. Measuring 300 x 360 x 300 mm and weighing 3 kg, the Loopster remains easy to handle.
Attachments for different vessels
IKA supplies a range of attachments for the Loopster, which are easy to remove and clean should samples spill. Accessories include test tube holders DS 1 to DS 5 and the universal disc DS 6, as well as replacement clips DS 6.1 to DS 6.5. Which attachment fits a particular vessel depends on its diameter and length. We’ll be happy to clarify this before you place your order.
Typical applications
- Mixing blood samples and other biological samples
- Separating and mixing powdered and liquid samples in tubes up to 50 ml
- Slow rotation with a freely selectable tilt angle from 0 to 90°
- Switching between different vessels using interchangeable attachments
- Continuous operation in an incubator at 4 to 50 °C
Loopster compared to other mixers
Those who prefer to move tubes and bottles on rollers will find the ROLLER 10 digital, which offers the same speed range of 5 to 80 rpm and ten rollers. The ROCKER 3D digital operates in a wobbling motion with an adjustable tilt angle of 0 to 15 degrees, also at 5 to 80 rpm and with a shaking load of 2 kg. The lab dancer, on the other hand, is designed for individual tubes in short, touch-operated cycles.
Technical details
| Type of motion | Rotary |
| Permissible shaking weight (incl. attachment) | 2 kg |
| Tilt angle of turntable | 0 to 90°, freely adjustable |
| Rotational speed | 5 to 80 rpm, in 1-rpm increments |
| Timer | Yes, 1 s to 5,999 min |
| Operating mode | Timer and continuous operation |
| Display | 7-segment LED |
| Permissible duty cycle | 100 % |
| Ambient temperature | 4 to 50 °C |
| Permissible relative humidity | 80 % |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 300 x 360 x 300 mm |
| Weight | 3 kg |
| Connected load | 100 to 240 V, 50/60 Hz |
| IP rating | IP 21 (DIN EN 60529) |
Scope of delivery
- 1 x IKA Loopster digital
We will confirm upon enquiry what the scope of delivery is for attachments and, if any are included, which ones. As an electrical appliance, the Loopster digital must be disposed of via the separate collection scheme for waste electrical and electronic equipment at the end of its useful life, and must not be placed in household waste.
Warranty
Manufacturer’s warranty from IKA: 2 years, extended to 3 years upon registration at ika.com/register within 90 days of purchase.
Individual requirements and procurement service
We procure the appropriate DS 1 to DS 6 attachments, replacement clips, as well as certificates and qualification documents for the Loopster digital. Tell us your vessel types and sample volumes, and we will recommend the suitable attachment. Find out more in the procurement service section.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far can the tilt angle be adjusted?
The turntable can be freely tilted between 0 and 90 degrees.
Which vessels is the Loopster designed for?
IKA specifies tubes up to 50 ml. Depending on the attachment, different vessel shapes can be accommodated.
How long is the warranty valid for?
IKA’s manufacturer’s warranty is 2 years; this is extended to 3 years if you register at ika.com/register within 90 days of purchase.
Can the device be run in an incubator?
Yes, ambient temperatures of 4 to 50 °C are permitted; the duty cycle is 100 %.