Frontier™ 5000 Series Multi-Pro Centrifuges
The Frontier 5000 Series Multi-Pro Centrifuges deliver powerful and versatile universal centrifugation for virtually every lab application. These multi-purpose centrifuges are designed for research, industrial, and clinical laboratories, offering customized performance through a wide range of compatible rotors and accessories. Available in five models with capacities ranging from low microliter volumes to 6 × 250 ml, these centrifuges feature high-speed performance at maximum volume, automatic rotor identification, and comprehensive safety features.
Model Overview
FC5714 Centrifuge (Non-Refrigerated)
- Compatible with up to 9 optional rotors and 77 accessories
- Capacities from microliter to 4 × 100 ml
- High-speed centrifugation (>10000 rpm) from 0.2 ml up to 1.5/2.0 ml tubes
FC5718 (Non-Refrigerated) and FC5718R (Refrigerated) Centrifuges
- Compatible with up to 19 optional rotors and 122 accessories
- Capacities from microliter to 4 × 100 ml
- High-speed centrifugation (>10000 rpm) from 0.2 ml up to 85 ml tubes
- Temperature variable range of -20 °C to 40 °C (FC5718R)
FC5816 (Non-Refrigerated) and FC5816R (Refrigerated) Centrifuges
- Compatible with up to 13 optional rotors and 71 accessories
- Capacities from microliter to 6 × 250 ml
- Improved sample processing through-put with additional rotor for blood collection tubes and standard conical tubes
- High-speed centrifugation (>10000 rpm) from 0.2 ml up to 250 ml tubes
- Temperature variable range of -20 °C to 40 °C (FC5816R)
Application Flexibility
The Frontier 5000 Series offers maximum application flexibility with five models featuring speed ranges of 14,000–16,000 rpm and both non-refrigerated and refrigerated options. Ideal for spinning most tubes and bottles used in laboratory settings, including microtubes, blood tubes, round bottom tubes, conical tubes, and microtiter plates. The high-speed centrifugation platform can be customized to fit workflow needs using a wide variety of rotors and accessories.
User-Friendly Operation
Frontier 5000 Series centrifuges are intuitively designed to make lab processes more efficient and easier, featuring user-friendly software and controls that allow for intuitive operation.
- Automatic rotor identification makes switching between applications extremely easy
- Simple one-hand operation enabled by the selection button/rotary knob combination—even with gloves on
- Large backlit LCD display shows centrifugation settings and real-time parameters on one interface
- Program storage up to 99 runs including parameter settings and rotor types
- Easy access to parameter settings and quick rotation between applications
Reliable Engineering and Construction
Manufactured with high-quality components for reliable use and German engineered for high performance. The solid engineering ensures reliability and durability in demanding laboratory environments.
- Maintenance-free induction drive
- Thread-free rotor locking mechanism
- Optimized airflow system to keep samples cool (non-refrigerated models)
- Pre-cooling program to quickly reach desired temperature (refrigerated models)
- Chemical and corrosion-resistant stainless steel housing ensures durability in lab environments
- Self-diagnostic program to record usage and error history for easy maintenance and to minimize downtime
Safety Features
These centrifuges are equipped with additional protective features for redundancy in safety and reliable operation.
- Over-speed protection, immediately upon rotor insertion
- Active imbalance-detection with individual imbalance tolerances set for each rotor
- Motorized lid-locking system to protect operators from accidental injuries
- Sealed and bio-containment rotors to safeguard operators from harmful aerosols
- Automatic over-speed protection and self-diagnostic system to ensure reliable use and operator safety
Additional Standard Features
Ten acceleration and ten deceleration rates, pre-selection of running time from 10s to 99h 59min or continuous, audible signal at the end of each run with melody options, quick spin, CFC-free refrigeration system, sample temperature indication and standstill cooling (refrigerated models).
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
FC5714 |
FC5718 |
FC5718R |
FC5816 |
FC5816R |
| Maximum Speed |
14000 rpm
10 rpm/set |
18000 rpm
10 rpm/set |
18000 rpm
10 rpm/set |
15000 rpm
10 rpm/set |
16000 rpm
10 rpm/set |
| Maximum RCF |
18624 × g
10 × g/set |
23542 × g
10 × g/set |
23542 × g
10 × g/set |
21379 × g
10 × g/set |
24325 × g
10 × g/set |
| Maximum Capacity |
4 × 100 ml |
4 × 100 ml |
4 × 100 ml |
6 × 250 ml |
6 × 250 ml |
| Temperature Range |
Air cool |
Air cool |
-20~40°C |
Air cool |
-20~40 °C |
| Running Time |
Short Spin, 10 sec to 99 hr 59 min 59 sec, or continuous |
| Noise Level (depending on rotor) |
≤ 63 ± 2 dB(A) |
≤ 60 ± 2 dB(A) |
≤ 60 ± 2 dB(A) |
≤ 61 ± 2 dB(A) |
≤ 63 ± 2 dB(A) |
| Number of Compatible Rotors |
9 |
19 |
19 |
13 |
13 |
| Acc/Dec Levels |
10 |
| Allowable Kinetic Energy |
5595 Nm |
16672 Nm |
25111 Nm |
34363 Nm |
34363 Nm |
| AC Power |
120V ~ 50/60 Hz
230 V ~ 50/60 Hz |
120V ~ 50/60 Hz
230 V ~ 50/60 Hz |
120V ~ 50/60 Hz
230 V ~ 50/60 Hz |
120V ~ 50/60 Hz
230 V ~ 50/60 Hz |
120V ~ 50/60 Hz
230 V ~ 50/60 Hz |
| Current Consumption |
2.4 A / 1.1 A |
4.0 A / 2.0 A |
6.0 A / 3.0 A |
4.2 A / 2.4 A |
7.8 A / 3.7 A |
| Power Consumption |
300 W / 240 W |
475 W / 455 W |
660 W / 660 W |
520 W / 530 W |
850 W / 785 W |
| Voltage Fluctuation |
± 10 % |
| Dimensions (W × D × H) |
362 × 493 × 330 mm |
408 × 499 × 351 mm |
407 × 731 × 359 mm |
446 × 538 × 354 mm |
723 × 538 × 354 mm |
| Net Weight (without rotor) |
30 kg |
43 kg |
60 kg |
52 kg |
77 kg |
| Environment |
For indoor use only |
Compliance
- Product Safety: EN 61010-1; EN 61010-2-020
- EMC: EN 61326-1, FCC Part 15 Class B
