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IKA RV 10 digital FLEX Rotary Evaporator, without Glassware, HB 10 Heating Bath, up to 280 rpm, 0010004805

Product information "IKA RV 10 digital FLEX Rotary Evaporator, without Glassware, HB 10 Heating Bath, up to 280 rpm, 0010004805"

The RV 10 digital FLEX is the glassware-free version of the digital line: drive, heating bath and 7-segment control are identical to the RV 10 digital V, but the vertical glassware is deliberately missing from the box. Anyone who already owns a receiving flask, condenser or another set of flasks, for example from a decommissioned predecessor device, saves the purchase of duplicate glassware with the FLEX and combines the drive unit freely with existing or desired accessories. At 18.5 kilograms, the basic unit weighs considerably less than the complete versions at around 32 kilograms, which makes transport and installation at cramped workstations easier.

Free glassware configuration instead of a fixed set

Whether uncoated vertical glassware RV 10.1, the coated version RV 10.10 or a diagonal setup, with the FLEX the laboratory itself decides which glassware combination suits the respective application, and can, if required, continue to use the same glassware between several drive units. As with the complete models, the speed ranges from 5 to 280 revolutions per minute, and a soft start and selectable clockwise/anticlockwise rotation in interval mode protect sensitive samples.

Heating bath and safety technology unchanged

The heating bath reaches up to 180 degrees Celsius with 1 kelvin setting accuracy and holds a maximum of 4 litres, and a timer takes over recurring process steps. The motorised lift automatically raises the flask out of the hot bath on power failure, and individually adjustable safety temperature circuits, dry-run protection and an adjustable end-position detection provide additional protection against glass breakage. The device can be connected to the labworldsoft software via the RS-232 interface. On the mains, the device runs at 220 to 240 volts and 1400 watts device power consumption. For other mains voltages, IKA also supplies the same model in the versions 115 V, 100 to 240 V, 100 to 120 V and 100 to 115 V.

Typical applications

  • Replacement drive where existing glassware is still intact
  • Building individual glassware configurations for special distillation tasks
  • Second device at a site with RV 10 accessories already available
  • Cost-conscious procurement when compatible glassware is already in house

Selection guide: the RV 10 family at a glance

FLEX models like this one differ from the V and V-C solely in the missing glassware, and technically the drive and heating bath are identical. Anyone who does not yet have a firm idea of the suitable glassware combination is usually ready to start sooner with one of the complete models. The following table compares all six RV 10 versions.

ModelGlasswareSpeed rangeOperationPump
RV 10 digital VVertical glassware, uncoated5 to 280 rpm7-segment display, manualwithout pump
RV 10 digital V-CVertical glassware, coated5 to 280 rpm7-segment display, manualwithout pump
RV 10 digital FLEX (this product)without glassware5 to 280 rpm7-segment display, manualwithout pump
RV 10 auto pro VVertical glassware, uncoated5 to 300 rpmTFT colour display, vacuum controller integratedVACSTAR digital included
RV 10 auto pro FLEXwithout glassware5 to 300 rpmTFT colour display, vacuum controller integratedVACSTAR digital included
RV 10 auto V Starter SolutionVertical glassware, uncoated5 to 300 rpmTFT colour display, vacuum controller integratedVACSTAR lite and RC 2 lite recirculating chiller included

Anyone who distils smaller sample quantities will find more compact alternatives from the same IKA series family in the RV 3 and the RV 8 .

Technical details

Without glassware, the cooling surface is omitted in the manufacturer's specification, and all other characteristics correspond to those of the RV 10 digital V.

Condenser typewithout condenser (glassware to be chosen separately)
Motor principleDC
Speed range5 to 280 rpm
Direction of rotation reversibleyes
Liftmotorised, stroke 140 mm
Heating temperature rangeRoom temperature to 180 °C
Heating power1350 W
Setting accuracy of set temperature1 K
Max. filling volume of heating bath4 l
Permissible ambient temperature / humidity5 to 40 °C / 80 %
Protection classIP 20 according to DIN EN 60529
Dimensions (W x H x D)500 x 430 x 440 mm
Weight (without glassware)18.5 kg
RS-232 interfacepresent
Connected load220 to 240 V, 50/60 Hz, 1400 W (other voltage variants 115 V / 100 to 240 V / 100 to 120 V / 100 to 115 V)

Scope of delivery

  • RV 10 digital drive unit (basic unit, without glassware), ident no. 0010004805
  • HB digital heating bath, filling volume 4 litres
  • Ball joint clamp RV 05.10, ident no. 0000736600
  • NS 29 clamp, RV 10.88, ident no. 0003683300
  • Vapour duct tube RV 10.70 (NS 29/32), ident no. 0003812200
  • Seal RV 10.8001, ident no. 0003907000
  • RV 3.4 Woulff bottle
  • RV 3.1 support rod

Without glassware and condenser, which are ordered separately depending on the desired configuration. Suitable glassware sets, evaporating flasks and condensers can be found in the same RV 10 accessory range as for the complete models of the series.

Warranty and procurement service

The IKA manufacturer's warranty applies to rotary evaporators: 2 years, extended to 5 years if registered at ika.com/register within 90 days of purchase. For the suitable glassware combination for the FLEX drive, the procurement service of LT Laborhandel takes care of the configuration of evaporating flask, receiving flask and condenser.

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