Blood Centrifuge BKC-TL4BII: What to Check Before Requesting a Quotation

The Blood Centrifuge BKC-TL4BII is a benchtop centrifuge listed in the BIOBASE catalogue and available through VierApparatus as a sourcing request. This article summarizes what the supplier says about the unit and, more usefully for a buyer, the questions worth answering before you ask for a quotation.

A note on sources. The product description below comes from the supplier's catalogue entry. VierApparatus is a sourcing and procurement partner, not the manufacturer, and we have not tested this unit. Specifications such as speed, capacity, rotor options and electrical requirements are not given in the catalogue text we hold, so they are listed here as items to confirm, not as facts.

What the supplier states

According to the supplier's catalogue description:

• The blood centrifuge is equipment used to separate plasma and serum from blood.
• The body is made of steel with a sprayed surface, which the supplier describes as giving good rigidity and high strength.
• The supplier lists low noise and small temperature rise among its advantages, along with safety and reliability.
• The machine uses a DC brushless, maintenance-free motor drive with microcomputer control.
• A door cover protection feature is described as making operation safer.

These are the manufacturer's own claims. Treat them as a starting point and ask for the datasheet to verify them against your requirements.

Where this type of centrifuge fits

Plasma and serum separation is a routine step in clinical laboratories, blood-collection and screening workflows, and many research settings that handle blood samples. A benchtop, low-speed unit is typically chosen for this kind of routine separation rather than for high-speed work such as pelleting small particles. Whether the BKC-TL4BII is the right fit depends on your tubes, your volumes and your protocol, which is why the checklist below matters.

Specifications to confirm before you buy

Ask the supplier, through us or directly, to confirm each of the following in writing:

1. Speed and relative centrifugal force (RCF). Protocols are often written in g-force, not rpm. Confirm the maximum speed, the maximum RCF and the rotor radius so you can convert correctly.
2. Capacity and tube compatibility. How many tubes per run, which tube sizes and types (for example blood-collection tubes), and which adapters are included.
3. Rotor options. Whether the rotor is fixed-angle or swing-out, what is included, and what optional rotors exist.
4. Timer and speed control. Run-time range, ramp-up and braking behavior, and whether settings can be saved.
5. Safety features. How the lid lock works, imbalance protection if any, and any applicable safety certification the supplier can document.
6. Electrical requirements. Voltage, frequency and plug type for your country. Confirm this early, because it is a common cause of delay on imported equipment.
7. Noise and footprint. Dimensions, weight and stated noise level, so you can check bench space and the working environment.
8. Warranty, spare parts and service. Warranty length, what it covers, how spare parts are supplied and who provides support in your country.
9. Documentation. Datasheet, user manual, and any test or conformity documents you need for your institution or for import.

A related catalogue listing

The catalogue also lists a Table Top Low Speed Centrifuge BKC-TL4B. The model names are similar, but we do not have comparative specifications for the two, so we make no claim about how they differ. If you are choosing between them, ask for both datasheets and compare them side by side.

How to prepare a clear quotation request

A request that is specific gets a faster and more comparable answer. Include:

• The exact model, BKC-TL4BII, and the quantity you need.
• The tubes and sample volumes you will run.
• Your delivery country and the local voltage and plug type.
• Any required documents (datasheet, certificates, manual language).
• Whether you want installation guidance, spare parts or accessories quoted at the same time.
• Your target timeline.

Import and delivery considerations

Laboratory equipment crossing borders can involve import documentation, customs requirements and freight arrangements that vary by country. VierApparatus coordinates this with the supplier and with logistics and customs partners, subject to applicable requirements and service availability. Freight and customs clearance themselves are carried out by licensed third parties, and any quality inspection is performed by the supplier or an independent inspection partner and not by VierApparatus.

Request a quotation

If the BKC-TL4BII looks like a fit, use the form below or the Request a Quotation button on the product page. Your inquiry will include the product name and model automatically. If you need something different, tell us the requirement and we will explore suitable options, including equipment that is not in our catalogue.