Re: [DIYbio] Re: the diy equipment list?

http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_trksid=p2050601.m570.l1313&_nkw=eppendorf+5415C&_sacat=0&_from=R40


I just got some Eppendorf 5415C centrifuges for really cheap.  $75 and $100 respectively.  They hit 15-16k max, though 13k is what most mobio protocols call for I think.   I had to wait a few days to find the right deal, but it was worth it.  Most are $200+ and some are in pretty shoddy condition, so be patient and diligent and you'll find a good deal on a nice looking machine.  Especially check out the ones with "Make an Offer" as a lot of times people want to move stock and will take a good deal.

You can get 5415's for $100 or less, but I'm 99% sure they do NOT come with a rotor cover, so they are loud.  The 5415C's do come with rotor covers, and are much more quiet, but use turn knobs like a cooking timer for the spin time.  The 5415D's are the digital ones and are really nice, but I havn't seen one sell for below $500, and they are usually $700-$1000


I wish I had purchased this for $125


Lab resellers in my area just jack up the price so high, though I have found one decent looking place I still need to scope out.

Other than that, Ebay has re-affirmed the notion in my head that it really does have everything you need.  I've noticed Incubators and heat baths / water baths can be gotten for a pretty decent price on ebay.  Micro-pipettes are still kind of expensive for the nice ones, but I havn't put in the time to hunt for good deals.   

-50 or lower freezer would be nice, but I imagine shipping on that might be massive, plus I think they need a special dedicated 220V line?  I could be mistaken though.

Stir / hot plates + vortexers are also pretty cheap, $50 or less sometimes.

So in conclusion - EBAY!

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