The VX-4 is a compact mini orbital shaker in vortex mixer form, with a fixed 3000RPM orbital action and a 20mm orbit, built to mix tubes and bottles of up to 50mL by touch. A brushless DC motor drives it, and a full 50mL container is mixed within about 5 seconds.
Features and benefits:
- Fixed 3000RPM orbital movement with a 20mm orbital diameter: the wide orbit gives more contact area with the bottle, so it suits many container types.
- Touch start through a silicone cap with low activation force: press a tube or bottle down to start, lift it and shaking stops.
- Brushless DC motor: no brushes to wear, and the maker describes it as maintenance free.
- Mixes up to 50mL: fast blending for small tubes, bottles and vials on the bench.
- Zinc alloy base with six non-slip foot pads and a silicone suction cup: keeps the unit planted while it runs.
- Small 10 x 10 x 7cm body at 380g: easy to move between benches or carry in a tool bag.
- Several colour options: pick a body colour to suit the workshop or lab.
Applications:
- Mixing test tubes in laboratory and school science work
- Blending inks, liquids and colour pigments in bottles
- Shaking hobby acrylic paints and craft pigments
- Mixing eyelash glue, nail polish and oils for cosmetics work
In the box:
Mini vortex mixer, pack of stainless steel 304 mixing balls, power cord and instruction manual.
Note: Fill each tube to no more than one third, whatever its size. The liquid needs two thirds empty space to mix, and less space limits the mixing. Check the plug and voltage option before ordering. The mixer is rated IP42 and for use at 5C to 40C and up to 85% relative humidity.
Model: VX-4 vortex mixer. Mixing speed: 3000RPM (fixed). Type of movement: Orbital. Orbital diameter: 20mm. Maximum mixing capacity: 50mL. Mixing time: 5 seconds for a full 50mL container. Operation mode: Touch operation. Motor type: Brushless DC motor. Motor power: 5W (6W printed on the bottom label). Supply voltage: 100-240V 50/60Hz. Output voltage: 13V DC (bottom label). Protection class: IP42. Ambient temperature: 5C to 40C. Relative humidity: 85% permissible. Material: ABS plastic, silicone, zinc alloy base. Plug: UK plug not offered; EU or US plug, use a UK adapter. Dimensions: 10 x 10 x 7cm. Weight: 380g. Base: Zinc alloy with six non-slip foot pads. Touch cap: Silicone, low activation force. Power connection: Type-C interface with a 12V power adapter. Voltage options: 110V or 220V. Plug options: EU plug or US plug. Package contents: Mixer, stainless steel 304 mixing balls, power cord, instruction manual. Q: What is a vortex mixer used for? A: A vortex mixer shakes a tube or bottle in a fast orbit so the contents blend quickly. This VX-4 runs at 3000RPM with a 20mm orbit and handles containers up to 50mL.. Q: How do you start a touch vortex mixer? A: Press the tube or bottle onto the silicone cap on top and the mixer starts. Lift the container away and shaking stops.. Q: How long does it take to mix a 50mL tube? A: The maker states that a full 50mL container is mixed within 5 seconds at the fixed 3000RPM speed.. Q: Can I mix paint or nail polish with it? A: Yes, the maker lists inks, colour pigments, hobby acrylic paints, nail polish, eyelash glue and oils. The supplied stainless steel mixing balls can be used in bottles.. Q: How full should I fill the tube? A: Fill no more than one third of the tube, whatever its volume. The liquid needs two thirds empty space to mix properly..