IKA MS

About IKA MS

IKA, founded in 1910 in Staufen, Germany, is a manufacturer of laboratory and analytical equipment, including vortex mixers, magnetic stirrers, overhead stirrers, shakers, and homogenizers. The IKA MS series of vortex mixers is designed for mixing small volumes of liquids in test tubes, vials, and microplates, commonly used in life sciences, chemical analysis, and quality control laboratories. The MS 3 Basic, MS 3 Digital, and MS 3 Control models offer analog or digital speed control, with a speed range from 0 RPM to 3,000 RPM (Basic and Digital) or 100 RPM to 3,000 RPM (Control). Key features include attachment detection, which automatically identifies the accessory attached (e.g., test tube holder, microplate attachment) and adjusts the mixing motion accordingly, and a timer with countdown function on the Digital model. The units are built with a robust die-cast aluminum housing and a low-profile design for stability. They operate with a 3 mm orbital diameter, suitable for gentle to vigorous vortexing. The MS 3 Control model includes a digital display for precise speed setting and a timer function. All models are rated for continuous operation and have an IP 21 protection rating against dust and dripping water. 3G Electric supplies the IKA MS 3 Basic (MPN 0003617000), MS 3 Digital (MPN 0003319000), and MS 3 Control (MPN 0020016017) vortex mixers, along with compatible accessories such as test tube holders, microplate attachments, and single-tube attachments. These units are available for global shipment, with logistics support for procurement specialists and maintenance managers in industrial and research settings. The MS series is suitable for applications requiring reproducible mixing speeds, such as sample preparation in pharmaceutical labs, enzyme reactions, and cell culture resuspension. The attachment detection feature reduces setup time and ensures consistent mixing parameters across different vessel types. The analog control on the Basic model provides simple speed adjustment via a dial, while the digital models offer setpoint accuracy and repeatability. The timer function on the Digital and Control models allows unattended operation for defined periods. The MS 3 series is compatible with IKA's range of accessories, including the MS 3.1 test tube holder for up to 12 tubes, the MS 3.2 microplate attachment, and the MS 3.3 single-tube attachment. These accessories are sold separately and expand the mixer's versatility. The units are designed for benchtop use and have a footprint of approximately 200 mm x 200 mm, with a weight of about 3 kg. They operate on 100-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz, making them suitable for global use with appropriate power cords. The MS 3 series meets CE and cULus safety standards, as indicated by the manufacturer's specifications. 3G Electric provides technical support for product selection and integration, ensuring that buyers receive the correct model and accessories for their specific mixing requirements.

Common Applications

• Pharmaceutical quality control — IKA MS 3 Digital vortex mixer for mixing reagent solutions in test tubes during HPLC sample preparation.
• Clinical diagnostics — IKA MS 3 Basic vortex mixer for resuspending cell pellets in microcentrifuge tubes for ELISA assays.
• Chemical analysis — IKA MS 3 Control vortex mixer with microplate attachment for mixing samples in 96-well plates during spectrophotometric analysis.
• Biotechnology research — IKA MS 3 Digital vortex mixer with timer for consistent mixing of enzyme reaction mixtures in PCR tubes.
• Environmental testing — IKA MS 3 Basic vortex mixer for homogenizing water samples in vials for heavy metal analysis.
• Food and beverage labs — IKA MS 3 Control vortex mixer for mixing extraction solvents with food samples in test tubes for pesticide residue testing.