IKA USB WD wireless dongle for RCT basic magnetic stirrers, USB-C, 0020123620

The IKA RCT basic anodized magnetic stirrer with heating (MPN 0020133785) expands the RCT series to include a variant with an anodized aluminium base. With a heating power of 800 watts, a maximum stirring capacity of up to 20 litres of water and a closed housing with degree of protection IP 54, the unit is suitable for laboratory applications requiring rapid, direct heat transfer without thick barrier layers, such as demanding chemical reactions, syntheses and thermal processes in industrial and academic laboratory settings. Thermal conductivity thanks to the anodized base The key design feature of this model is the circular base with a diameter of 135 millimetres, made from anodized aluminium. Unlike traditional ceramic coatings, the anodized metal surface offers high, direct thermal conductivity. This reduces heating times in day-to-day laboratory work, as energy is transferred to the vessel with minimal loss. The anodized layer protects the underlying aluminium from mechanical abrasion, scratches and a wide range of solvents. This ensures a long service life and consistent performance in day-to-day routine use. Precise kinetics and temperature control The control electronics of the RCT basic anodized allow for stepless adjustment of the stirring speed from 50 to 1,500 revolutions per minute, set via a rotary-push control with a setting accuracy of 10 revolutions per minute. The LED display shows setpoint and actual values for speed and temperature at all times. For temperature-sensitive media, a connection socket is provided for external PT1000 series temperature sensors as well as for the ETS-D5 and ETS-D7 contact thermometers. With the PT1000 or ETS-D5, the temperature of the medium can be controlled with an accuracy of ±0.5 Kelvin; with the ETS-D7 or the PT wireless probe, this improves to ±0.2 Kelvin. The ETS-D7 or PT wireless can also be used to measure the pH value of the medium as an optional feature. Robust housing and safety concept The system architecture is housed in a robust, closed die-cast aluminium housing with degree of protection IP 54. This sealing protects the motor and control boards from splashing water and dust. An independently adjustable safety circuit (50 to 360 °C) monitors the maximum temperature of the heating plate and switches off the heating in the event of an unexpected overheating. In addition, a visual residual heat indicator warns staff of the risk of burns until the surface has cooled down again. The RCT basic anodized features an integrated menu function with a timer: the freely programmable timer can be set to start either immediately or only once the target temperature has been reached, and emits an audible signal when the time has elapsed; it is possible to specify separately whether the heating and/or stirring should switch off afterwards. With dimensions of 160 x 100 x 200 millimetres (W x H x D) and a net weight of 2.3 kilograms, the unit remains compact enough to operate several units side by side in a fume hood. Typical applications The anodized base and the connection options for external temperature sensors make the RCT basic anodized a versatile stirrer for various laboratory applications in research and industrial quality control: Chemical syntheses and reactions with rapid, direct heat transfer via the anodized aluminium plate Homogenisation and heating of larger volumes of up to 20 litres of water Precise temperature control within the medium using a PT1000, ETS-D5, ETS-D7 or the PT wireless probe Routine processes in quality control and research where short heating times of up to 9 Kelvin per minute are required Use in the laboratory thanks to IP 54 protection against splashing water and dust Technical details Number of stirring points1 Max. stirring capacity (based on water)20 litres Maximum load25 kg Motor typeBrushless DC motor (EC), 9 W output power Speed range50 to 1,500 rpm Speed controlContinuously variable via rotary push-button control Setting accuracy for speed10 rpm Stir bar length20 to 80 mm Heating power800 W Heating plate temperatureRoom temperature to 310 °C Temperature setting resolution1 K (heating plate), 0.1 K (actual value display) Safety temperature range (adjustable)50 to 360 °C Heating rate (1 l H₂O, heating stage H1500)9 K/min Control accuracy with PT1000±0.5 K Control accuracy with ETS-D5±0.5 K Control accuracy with ETS-D7 or PT wireless±0.2 K Control accuracy at the centre of the heating plate without a vessel (at 100 °C)±5 K Self-heating of the hotplate (ambient temperature 22 °C, 1 hour of stirring)max. +12 K Material of the base plateAnodised aluminium (aluminium oxide coating) Dimensions of the base plateØ 135 mm Overall dimensions (W x H x D)160 x 100 x 200 mm Net weight2.3 kg Degree of protection according to DIN EN 60529IP 54 DisplayLED display for setpoint and actual values Connection for external temperature sensorPT1000 series, ETS-D5, ETS-D7, PT wireless Timer1 second to 5,999 minutes Digital interfacesRS232 and USB-C WPAN interfaceoptional via USB-WD dongle pH measurementOptional with ETS-D7 or PT wireless Power consumption820 W, standby 0.45 W Mains connection220 to 230 V, 50/60 Hz Scope of delivery 1 x IKA RCT basic anodized magnetic stirrer with heating (MPN 0020133785) 1 x mains cable 1 x Detailed operating instructions / safety guide Compatible accessories The following original accessories are available to expand the functionality of the RCT basic anodized: IKA PT1000.60 stainless steel temperature probe for direct control within the medium, combined with the H 16 V support rod and the H 44 boss head for securing to the stirrer Precisely fitting silicone protective cover (H 104) to protect the control panel from splashes IKA Dry attachments (DryZone) made of anodized aluminium for oil-free heating of round-bottom flasks PTFE-coated magnetic stir bars in cylindrical, oval or triangular shapes Regulatory informationThis device is an electrical appliance within the meaning of the German Electrical and Electronic Equipment Act (ElektroG). The WEEE registration number of the manufacturer, IKA, is DE 66784213. Information on the return of old appliances can be found on our page Environment and disposal.Individual requirements and procurement service The IKA manufacturer’s warranty applies to the RCT basic anodized: 2 years, extended to 10 years upon registration at ika.com/register within 90 days of purchase. Our procurement service is available to help you equip your laboratory workstations with additional original accessories, spare parts or individual calibration to suit your specific applications. We are also happy to assist you in putting together suitable temperature probe and mounting sets for multiple workstations. Further information and contact details can be found on our procurement service page.

The IKA RCT basic magnetic stirrer with heating (MPN 0025008259) is designed for stirring and heating in everyday laboratory work. The current generation covers the full range of typical laboratory tasks, from preparing small reagent quantities to stirring larger volumes, with a stirring capacity of up to 20 litres of water, a heating power of 800 watts and a speed range of 50 to 1,500 revolutions per minute. The 135 mm aluminium base plate gives even heat distribution, and the IP 54 degree of protection keeps the unit safe from splashing water during continuous use. Powerful drive and precise speed control The magnetic drive of the RCT basic covers a stepless speed range from 50 to 1,500 revolutions per minute, set via a rotary push button control with a setting accuracy of 10 rpm. Stir bars from 20 to 80 mm in length can be used, so the unit suits small beakers as well as larger vessels with a load of up to 25 kg. The drive is a brushless DC motor with 9 watts of output power and keeps a constant speed even at higher viscosities, without a noticeable change in the stirring pattern as the load increases. With the optional IKA HUB, automatic reverse rotation and intermittent operation can also be activated, for example to loosen deposits on the stir bar or to automate recurring stirring cycles. Aluminium base plate and glass control panel The base plate of the RCT basic is made from an aluminium alloy with a diameter of 135 mm and gives fast, even heat transfer during heating. The control panel with its glass surface is easy to clean even with frequent contact with chemicals. The housing is protected to IP 54 against splashing water and dust and can therefore also be used at workstations where splashing water may occur. Heating power and safety concept for continuous operation With a heating power of 800 watts, the RCT basic heats one litre of water by 9 kelvin per minute in heating stage H1500 and reaches temperatures from room temperature up to 310 °C, adjustable in steps of 1 kelvin. The safety temperature range can be set independently between 50 and 360 °C with a tolerance of 5 °C and switches off the heater immediately on an unexpected overtemperature. If the unit is switched off while the heating plate is still above 50 °C, the display alternates between the warning "HOT" and the current plate temperature until the plate has cooled to a safe level. Combined with the supplied external PT1000 temperature sensor, control accuracy in the medium reaches ±0.5 kelvin; with an optional IKA ETS-D5 contact thermometer it stays at ±0.5 kelvin, and with the ETS-D7 or the wireless PT wireless sensor it improves to ±0.2 kelvin. The ETS-D7 or PT wireless sensor also allows an optional pH reading of the medium on the RCT basic. Digital display and interfaces for process documentation An LED display shows setpoint and actual values for speed and temperature in real time, so the process can be monitored at all times. Via the digital USB-C and RS232 interfaces, the RCT basic can be connected to a PC and documented, for example, with the labworldsoft laboratory software. For external temperature measurement, a socket is available for the PT1000 series as well as the ETS-D5 and ETS-D7 electronic contact thermometers, and an optional USB-WD dongle also connects the wireless PT wireless sensor via WPAN. A built-in timer covers times from 1 second to 5,999 minutes, and a sensor-in-medium detection reports once the temperature probe is actually immersed in the medium. When the RCT basic is controlled externally via IKA HUB or labworldsoft, the device controls can be locked with the safeSTOP function, and the display then shows "safeSTOP". Power supply is 220 to 230 volts at 50 or 60 hertz, with power consumption of 820 watts in operation and 0.45 watts in standby. Compact format for parallel use At 160 x 100 x 200 mm (width x height x depth) and a net weight of 2.3 kg, the RCT basic takes up little space on the bench or in the fume hood. Its compact format makes it easier to run several units in parallel, for example when quality control or research work needs several batches stirred and heated at the same time. Because the stirrer and the heater are combined in one unit, there is no need to set up separate stirring and heating devices, which saves bench space and reduces cabling at the workstation. Typical applications As a base unit for stirring and heating liquid media, the RCT basic is used across a wide range of laboratory settings, from routine analysis to synthesis: Preparing and heating buffers, nutrient solutions and reagents in the routine lab Chemical syntheses with defined temperature control, for example reflux boiling or dissolving solids Homogenising larger volumes of solution thanks to a stirring capacity of up to 20 litres of water, for example stock solutions in quality control Sample preparation with external temperature monitoring via PT1000, ETS-D5, ETS-D7 or PT wireless, for example during digestion or extraction Training and teaching in chemistry and pharmacy, where robust, easy-to-use instruments are needed Technical details Number of stirring positions1 Max. stirring volume per position (H2O)20 litres Maximum load25 kg Speed range50 to 1,500 rpm Speed adjustmentStepless via rotary push button Speed setting accuracy10 rpm Max. stir bar length20 to 80 mm Motor typeBrushless DC motor (EC), 9 W output Heating power800 W Heating temperature rangeRoom temperature to 310 °C Temperature setting resolution1 K (heating plate), 0.1 K (actual value display) Adjustable safety temperature range50 to 360 °C ± 5 °C Heating rate (1 l H2O, stage H1500)9 K/min Control accuracy with PT1000± 0.5 K Control accuracy with ETS-D5± 0.5 K Control accuracy with ETS-D7 or PT wireless± 0.2 K Control accuracy at heating plate centre without vessel (100 °C)± 5 K Self-heating of the base plate (RT 22 °C, 1 h stirring)max. + 12 K Base plate materialAluminium alloy Base plate dimensionsØ 135 mm Overall dimensions (W x H x D)160 x 100 x 200 mm Net weight2.3 kg Degree of protection per DIN EN 60529IP 54 DisplayLED display for setpoint and actual values Connection for external sensorPT1000 series, ETS-D5, ETS-D7, PT wireless Timer1 second to 5,999 minutes Digital interfacesRS232 and USB-C WPAN interfaceoptional via USB-WD dongle pH measurementoptional with ETS-D7 or PT wireless Safety systemsAdjustable safety circuit, HOT display warning, sensor-in-medium detection, safeSTOP function Power consumption820 W, standby 0.45 W Power supply220 to 230 V, 50/60 Hz Scope of delivery 1 x IKA RCT basic magnetic stirrer base unit (MPN 0025008259) 1 x IKA PT 1000.60 temperature sensor 1 x mains lead 1 x screwdriver for the safety circuit 1 set of IKAFLON 30 round and IKAFLON 40 round magnetic stir bars 1 x quick start guide 1 x warranty card Matching accessories The RCT basic has a socket for external PT1000 series temperature sensors as well as the ETS-D5 and ETS-D7 contact thermometers, so it can be upgraded in a targeted way: IKA ETS-D5 electronic contact thermometer with touchscreen (MPN 0025008371) for temperature control with an accuracy of ±0.5 kelvin in the medium Further original accessories such as the wireless PT wireless temperature sensor, the ETS-D7 or the USB-WD dongle for WPAN connection are available through our procurement service. Regulatory informationThis device is an electrical appliance within the meaning of the German Electrical and Electronic Equipment Act (ElektroG). The WEEE registration number of the manufacturer, IKA, is DE 66784213. Information on the return of old appliances can be found on our page Environment and disposal.Individual requirements & procurement service IKA provides a manufacturer's warranty for the RCT basic of 2 years, extended to 10 years if the device is registered at ika.com/register within 90 days of purchase. To integrate the RCT basic into existing laboratory workstations, our procurement service offers further original accessories, such as stand rods and boss heads to secure the temperature sensor, heating baths to protect glassware, or additional contact thermometers for more complex temperature profiles. We are also glad to help with spare parts, individual calibration or custom builds. For more information and contact options, visit our procurement service.

The IKA RCT basic anodized ETS-D5 Solution Complete Package (MPN 0010016503) is a system solution for laboratory environments. This turnkey, all-in-one set combines the high-performance, latest-generation RCT basic anodized heating magnetic stirrer with the precise ETS-D5 electronic contact thermometer, as well as the appropriate mounting and protective accessories. Through the direct interaction of the two components, temperature control takes place within the medium. As the contact thermometer interfaces directly with the stirrer’s software-independent safety circuit, the maximum permissible temperature in the medium can be limited entirely independently of the setpoint temperature. This pre-configured package offers high reliability for daily routine processes in chemical synthesis, in industrial testing laboratories or during quality control. High heating rates thanks to an energy-optimised anodized aluminium heating plate The materials science foundation of the stirrer drive is a circular base with a diameter of 135 mm, made from a highly conductive aluminium alloy and sealed with an durable anodized coating. This anodized protective layer reliably protects the system against mechanical scratches and a wide range of aggressive laboratory chemicals. Thanks to its energy-optimised insulation, the integrated heater delivers an output of 800 watts, resulting in short heating cycles with peak rates of up to 9 K/min. The compact housing with degree of protection IP 54 protects the sensitive control electronics from dust and splashing water, whilst at the same time saving valuable space in the fume hood or on laboratory lifting platforms. Protection functions and digital documentation From a process engineering perspective, the ETS-D5 Solution ensures precise temperature control directly within the liquid core of the sample. The contact thermometer utilises a sophisticated PID control system to ensure stable temperature consistency without thermal overshoot. Integrated safety features such as an adjustable sensor timeout, temperature drop detection and a predefined setpoint limit are, according to IKA, among the protective functions. For seamless digital data acquisition, centralised process control and audit-compliant documentation, the main unit is equipped as standard with USB-C and RS232 interfaces for direct connection to higher-level laboratory management systems. Technical details Drive & stirring specifications Number of stirring points: 1 Maximum stirring volume (based on water): 20 litres Speed range: 50 to 1,500 revolutions per minute (rpm) Speed control: Continuously variable via electronic control with digital LED plain-text display Magnetic coupling: High-performance permanent magnets for stable stir bar guidance during transient viscosity changes Thermodynamics & heating power Heating power: 800 watts (for ultra-fast heating rates) Heating plate temperature: Room temperature to 310 °C Maximum heating rate: Up to 9 K/min Heating plate control accuracy: +/- 0.5 K Control accuracy in the medium with ETS-D5: +/- 0.5 K Support surface diameter: 135 mm Heating plate material: Aluminium, chemically resistant anodized Safety circuit, adjustable (min./max.): 50 to 360 °C (mechanically coded) Connectivity, protection classes & geometry Digital interfaces (main unit): RS 232 and USB-C for comprehensive documentation Wireless extension: WPAN optional (via separately available USB WD dongle) Display technology (thermometer): User-friendly, flat TFT touchscreen Degree of protection according to DIN EN 60529: IP 54 (protected against dust deposits and splashing water) Dimensions (W x D x H): 160 x 200 x 100 mm (ultra-compact unit) Power consumption (rated power): 820 watts (standby: 0.45 W) Net weight: 2.3 kg (main unit) Mains connection: 220–230 V / 50/60 Hz Scope of delivery 1 x IKA RCT basic anodized magnetic stirrer with heating 1 x IKA ETS-D5 electronic contact thermometer with touchscreen 1 x IKA PT 1000.60 stainless steel temperature probe 1 x IKA stand rod H 16 V 1 x IKA boss head H 44 1 x IKA support rod H 38 1 x Custom-fit protective cover H 80 (to protect against splashes of corrosive media) 2 x PTFE-coated magnetic stir bars (IKAFLON 30 and IKAFLON 40) 1 x screwdriver for mechanical safety circuit adjustment 1 x mains cable 1 x Detailed operating instructions / safety guide WarrantyManufacturer’s warranty from IKA: 2 years, extended to 10 years upon registration at ika.com/register within 90 days of purchase.Regulatory informationThis device is an electrical appliance within the meaning of the German Electrical and Electronic Equipment Act (ElektroG). The WEEE registration number of the manufacturer, IKA, is DE 66784213. Information on the return of old appliances can be found on our page Environment and disposal.Individual requirements & accessories To use the IKA RCT basic anodized ETS-D5 Solution complete package, a wide range of compatible system accessories is available: Digital connectivity: IKA USB WD wireless dongle (MPN 0020123620) for retrofitting wireless WPAN communication functions with the Pt.Wireless or ETS-D7 wireless sensor systems. Synthesis attachments: Heat-efficient IKA Dry attachments and flask holders made from anodized aluminium for the clean, oil-free heating of round-bottom flasks directly on the anodized base. Special sensors: Optional interchangeable sensors for the ETS-D5, made from robust special glass (H66.51) or with a highly chemically resistant protective coating (H66.53) for safe operation in strongly acidic or alkaline media. 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