Cole-Parmer Evaporator/Concentrator for 96-well Plates; stand-alone (non-heated)

Description

This apparatus is a stand-alone concentrator engineered for processing liquid samples contained in standard 96-well microplates. It functions without an internal heating element, relying instead on the application of a vacuum to lower the boiling points of solvents, thereby enabling evaporation at ambient or cooled temperatures. This non-heated operation is particularly advantageous for working with thermally sensitive compounds that could degrade with applied heat. The system is configured to hold one microplate at a time and typically includes ports for connection to an external vacuum source and a condensate collection trap. By facilitating the gentle removal of solvents, it is used for sample volume reduction, analyte concentration, or solvent exchange in preparation for various analytical techniques. Its design offers a straightforward and cost-effective solution for laboratories that require a dedicated plate concentrator but do not need integrated heating capabilities.