Hettich Rotofix 46 / 46H

Centrifuge

This centrifuge is suitable for industrial and research applications. It comes with various special adapters, including those designed for the oil industry with ASTM approval. This unit can be equipped with heating.

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Hettich Rotofix 46 / 46H

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Product Specifications

Areas of Use

The Hettich Rotofix 46/46H is a compact and extremely versatile benchtop centrifuge covering a wide range of industrial applications. With two available swing-out rotors and a large selection of accessories, it is well suited for demanding environments where reliability and flexibility are important.

Typical areas of use include:

  • Quality control in the petroleum industry with analysis of crude oil and fuels in accordance with ASTM standards
  • Quality control and process control in the automotive industry
  • Chrome Bath analyses in the surface treatment industry
  • Sample preparation for environmental and water analyses
  • Separation and particle analysis in the chemical industry
  • Centrifugation of conical tubes (5–50 ml) in production and quality control
  • Cytology and cell preparation in the biotechnology industry

The Rotofix 46R (with cooling) offers temperature control from –20°C to +40°C for temperature-sensitive processes.

Advantages

The Rotofix 46/46H is an exceptionally versatile centrifuge for industrial operations — robust, compact and reliable.

Two rotors — high flexibility With two available swing-out rotors and support for ASTM-specific tube types, the Rotofix 46 handles everything from standard laboratory tubes to specialised petroleum tubes. No other benchtop centrifuge in the class offers comparable breadth.

Heated variant for demanding analyses The Rotofix 46H provides adjustable chamber temperature from +10°C to +90°C — essential for correct phase separation of viscous oil products and other temperature-sensitive samples.

Extremely robust construction Metal housing, metal lid and stainless steel chamber make the centrifuge resistant to mechanical wear and chemical environments — including use in the field.

Low noise A noise level of maximum 58 dB(A) makes it well suited for laboratory environments with noise requirements.

Simple and safe operation Automatic rotor recognition, illuminated control panel with real-time values and imbalance switch ensure safe and fault-free operation.

Brushless motor Low maintenance requirements and long service life — ideal for intensive daily use in industry and production.

Flexible operation Timer (1–99 min : 59 sec), continuous operation and pulse key for short-duration centrifugation provide full control over the run process.

Technical specifications

Functions

The Rotofix 46/46H is designed for reliable operation in demanding industrial environments with a focus on compactness, ease of use and safety.

  • Robust metal housing and lid for long-term use
  • Inspection window in the lid for monitoring during operation
  • Electric lid lock with drop protection
  • Emergency lid release for opening in the event of a power failure
  • Stainless steel chamber for easy cleaning and long service life
  • Automatic rotor recognition — eliminates misuse
  • Brushless motor for stable operation, low maintenance and long service life
  • Imbalance detection with automatic shutdown
  • Illuminated control panel with real-time display of all process parameters
  • Audible signal upon completion of process
  • Error display on screen
  • Pulse key for rapid short-duration centrifugation

Rotor alternatives

Documentation

Data sheetHettich Rotofix 46/46H (PDF)

Key technical data:

  • Max. capacity: 4 × 290 ml / 4 × 100 ml
  • Max. speed: 4,000 / 2,000 RPM
  • Max. RCF: 3,095 / 984
  • Temperature range (46H): +10°C to +90°C
  • Dimensions: 538 × 647 × 345 mm
  • Weight: approx. 60 kg

Dimensions

Who is Rotofix 46/46H suited for?

The Rotofix 46/46H is ideal for industrial operations requiring a robust and reliable centrifuge with high capacity. It is particularly well suited for:

  • Petroleum laboratories analysing crude oil and fuels in accordance with ASTM standards
  • Automotive industry testing lubricants and coolants
  • Surface treatment industry analysing Chrome Bath samples
  • Chemical industry requiring a versatile centrifuge for many different sample types
  • Field laboratories requiring a robust centrifuge that can withstand rough handling
  • Laboratories with limited bench space who do not wish to compromise on capacity

About the Manufacturer Hettich

Andreas Hettich GmbH & Co. KG is a German manufacturer of laboratory equipment with extensive experience in developing centrifuges for research, diagnostics and industry. The company is headquartered in Tuttlingen, Germany, and supplies laboratory solutions to universities, hospitals and research institutions worldwide.

Hettich is renowned for high quality, operational reliability and precise technology, and its products are used in everything from routine analyses to advanced research projects. The product range includes laboratory centrifuges, refrigerated centrifuges and specialised solutions for analytical and development laboratories.

At Labhuset you will find a selection of centrifuges from Hettich tailored to the needs of modern laboratories.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

The Rotofix 46 is a standard benchtop centrifuge, while the Rotofix 46H features integrated heating with temperature control from +10°C to +90°C. This makes the 46H particularly well suited for analyses requiring heating, such as petroleum testing and chemical processes.

The Rotofix 46 is used for centrifugation of various samples in industrial analyses, including petroleum testing with ASTM tubes. The robust construction makes it ideal for demanding environments and continuous operation.

The centrifuge supports a wide range of tube types, including conical tubes, standard laboratory tubes and specialist tubes such as ASTM pear-shaped tubes for petroleum testing.

The Rotofix 46 is designed for intensive use and withstands demanding laboratory environments. With a solid metal construction and durable components, it is well suited for both laboratory and field use.

A heated centrifuge such as the Rotofix 46H should be used when analyses require stable temperature conditions, for example in chemical tests or petroleum testing where temperature affects the results.

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