11 Mar 2024
Selecting the appropriate laboratory hotplate is pivotal for scientists and researchers striving for efficiency and precision. VELP Scientifica is a trusted brand, known for its quality laboratory equipment which provides meticulous control over mixing and heating aqueous solutions, as well as facilitating chemical reaction synthesis.
In this guide, we'll help you navigate the process of selecting the ideal VELP laboratory hotplate for your specific laboratory needs. See below for a quick lookup guide to facilitate your next VELP hotplate purchase.
| 310°C 5 Series | 370°C 6 Series | 550°C 7 Series |
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| Epoxy Painted Aluminium 135mm Round Plate | Epoxy Painted Aluminium 135mm Round Plate Auto Reverse Function | Ceramic 180mm x 180mm Square Plate |
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| No Controller | Pt100 Probe (to 250-300°C) | VTF Controller (to 250-300°C) |
For remote control via the web, choose a CONNECT model, with ermes communication. Ermes is a secure cloud platform that enables you to access your VELP instrument and data, anytime and anywhere. The purchase of an enabled instrument includes 3 months free trial after which you have the option to purchase a one or three year subscription.
MAX TEMP 310°C
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| ARE 5 | AREX 5 | AREX 5 DIGITAL with probe |
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| SpeedServo™ Counter-Reaction | • | • | • |
| Stirring Volume (L) | Up to 15 | Up to 20 | Up to 20 |
| Heat Controller Type / Temperature Regulation (°C) | Analogue / Room temp up to 310 | Analogue / Room temp up to 310 | Digital / Room temp up to 310 |
| Probe Connection | • (Pt100 included) |
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| Vertex Connection | • | ||
| Digital Display | • | ||
| Dimensions (W x H x D) (mm) | 160 x 85 x 270 | 160 x 85 x 270 | 160 x 85 x 270 |
| Rowe Code | IM0907 | IM0898 | IM0938 |
MAX TEMP 370°C
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| AREX 6 DIGITAL PRO with probe, rod and clamp | AREX 6 DIGITAL PRO with VTF and rod | AREX 6 DIGITAL PRO with probe, rod and clamp |
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| SpeedServo™ Counter-Reaction | • | • | • |
| Timer | • | • | • |
| Auto Reverse | • | • | • |
| Stirring Volume (L) | Up to 20 | Up to 20 | Up to 20 |
| Heat Controller Type / Temperature Regulation (°C) | Digital / Room temp up to 370 | Digital / Room temp up to 370 | Digital / Room temp up to 370 |
| Probe (Pt100) Connection | • (Pt100 included) | ||
| Vertex Connection | • (VTF included) | • | |
| Digital Display | • | • | • |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) (mm) | 160 x 105 x 280 | 160 x 105 x 280 | 160 x 105 x 280 |
| Ermes Connection | • Yes via Wi-Fi |
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| Rowe Code | IM0557 | IM0405 | IM0408 |
MAX TEMP 550°C
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| AREC 7 CONNECT with probe, rod and clamp | AREC.X 7 with probe, rod and clamp | AREC 7 | |
| Torque Compensation | SpeedServo™ | Electronic regulation | Electronic regulation |
| External Temperature Sensor Collection | • Pt100 (included) | Pt100 (included) VTF (included in the system with VTF) (IM0697) | |
| Thermoregulation Range (°C) | Room temp to 300 | Room temp to 250 | |
| Thermoregulation accuracy (°C) | ± 0.5 (PT100) | ± 1 (PT100) ± 0.5 (VTF) | |
| Heat Controller Type / Temperature Regulation (°C) | Digital / Room temp up to 550 | Digital / Room temp up to 550 | Digital / Room temp up to 550 |
| Timer | Yes (1 min - 99 h 59 min) | ||
| Autoreverse | Yes (5 s - 99 min 59 s) | ||
| Intermittent Mode | Yes (5 s - 99 min 59 s) | ||
| Dimensions (W x H x D) (mm) | 203 x 94 x 344 | 203 x 94 x 344 | 203 x 94 x 344 |
| Ermes Connection | Yes via Wi-Fi | ||
| Rowe Code | IM0694 | IM0696 | IM0686 |
Hot Plate Selection Criteria - How to Choose the right laboratory hotplate.
