Prasad Lab Equipment

A Wrist Action Shaker is a laboratory device used for agitating or shaking liquids, suspensions, or mixtures in test tubes, flasks, or vials. This device provides a gentle, reciprocating shaking motion that mimics the wrist's movement, making it particularly useful for experiments requiring thorough mixing without disturbing the integrity of the samples. It is commonly used in biochemical, microbiological, and chemical laboratories for tasks like cell culture, protein mixing, dissolving, or solvent extraction.

Key Features of a Wrist Action Shaker:

1. Gentle Shaking Motion:

   • The reciprocating motion of the shaker mimics the gentle wrist action of shaking, providing a non-vigorous agitation that is gentle on delicate samples while still ensuring uniform mixing. This is crucial for preventing the formation of foam or the breaking of fragile cells.

2. Variable Speed Control:

   • Most wrist action shakers offer adjustable speed settings, allowing users to select the optimal shaking intensity for their application. This range can accommodate both slow and fast shaking, depending on the needs of the experiment.

3. Compact and Portable:

   • Wrist action shakers are generally compact and designed to be portable, making them suitable for labs with limited space or for use in fieldwork where portability is important.

4. Vial or Flask Holder:

   • The shaker typically includes a platform or vial holders where test tubes, flasks, or bottles can be placed. These holders are often designed to accommodate various sizes and shapes of containers, ensuring versatility in laboratory tasks.

5. Stable Base:

   • The shaker is designed with a stable, low-profile base to ensure the device remains in place during operation and minimizes the risk of spills or tipping.

6. Quiet Operation:

   • Wrist action shakers are typically designed to operate quietly, which is beneficial in environments where noise control is essential, such as research labs or clinical settings.

7. Small Footprint:

   • Their small size makes them ideal for use in space-constrained laboratories, providing effective agitation without taking up much room on the workbench.