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The Thermo Scientific™ Pico™ and Fresco™ 17 microcentrifuges are excellent for routine laboratory work, while the Pico and Fresco 21 microcentrifuges are ideal for high-end research applications, reducing spin times by up to 20%.

Perform both complex and simple protocols

The standard rotor runs 24 tubes in a single row with equalized g-forces for reproducibility, from 1.5 to 2.0 ml tubes to mini-preps and spin columns}Eliminate the need for adapters with the unique dual row rotor, which holds 18 tubes of both 1.5/2.0 mL and 0.5 in the same run}

Maximize your micro-volume capacity with the new10 x 5 mL rotor with ClickSeal biocontainment lid, separating samples at g-force up to 20,326 x g}Wide variety of rotors support 0.5 mL microtubes,0.2 mL PCR tubes and hematocrit capillary tubes

Ideal for everyday laboratory use

High-performance engineered polymer rotors are designed for outstanding chemical resistance to minimize corrosion from aggressive reagents}ClickSeal biocontainment lids shorten retrieval time with one-click opening, compared to screw-on lids

Transparent PPSU rotor lids enable viewing for added safety and convenience}Quiet performance (<56 dBA ventilated and <50 dBArefrigerated) promotes a safe and reduced stress environment}

Conforms to the latest clinical and safety standards, including98/79/EC In Vitro Diagnostic Directive

Fits in 

  • To your space, with compact footprints
  • To your micro-volume protocols:
    - Choose from 7 optional rotors to find the ideal fit for your application
    - Two-speed options, and both ventilated and refrigerated models are available

Stands out

  • Simplify operation with intuitive controls, easy-to-read displays, and fast one-click centrifuge lid closure
  • Fast acceleration and deceleration, and outstanding corrosion resistance with lightweight engineered polymer rotors
  • Ergonomic one-click rotor opening and closing, as well as transparent design for added safety with certified Thermo Scientific ClickSeal biocontainment lids
  • Eliminate the need for adapters with unique dual row rotor

Safe, powerful, versatile, easy-to-use

The Thermo Scientific Heraeus Pico and Fresco 17 microcentrifuges are excellent for routine laboratory work, while the Heraeus Pico and Fresco 21 microcentrifuges are ideal for high-end research applications, reducing spin times by up to 20%.2

Perform both complex and simple protocols

  • The standard rotor runs 24 tubes in a single row with equalized g-forces for reproducibility, from 1.5 to 2.0 mL tubes to mini-preps and spin columns
  • Eliminate the need for adapters with the unique dual row rotor, which holds 18 tubes of both 1.5/2.0 mL and 0.5 mL in the same run
  • Maximize your micro-volume capacity with the new 10 x 5 mL rotor with ClickSeal biocontainment lid, separating samples at g-force up to 20,326 x g
  • Wide variety of rotors support 0.5 mL microtubes, 0.2 mL PCR tubes and hematocrit capillary tubes

Save time with fast sample processing

  • Lightweight rotors are designed to provide acceleration up to 21,100 kg in 12 seconds
  • Refrigerated versions offer cooling from room temperature to set temperature in just 9 minutes
  • Fast one-click centrifuge lid closure

Ideal for everyday laboratory use

  • High-performance engineered polymer rotors are designed for outstanding chemical resistance to minimize corrosion from aggressive reagents
  • ClickSeal biocontainment lids shorten retrieval time with one click opening, compared to screw-on lids
  • Transparent PPSU rotor lids enable viewing for added safety and convenience
  • Quiet performance (<56 dBA ventilated and <50 dBA refrigerated) promotes a safe and reduced stress environment
  • Conforms to the latest clinical and safety standards, including 98/79/EC In Vitro Diagnostic Directive

2Compared to Heraeus Pico and Fresco 17 microcentrifuges.


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Heraeus Pico and Fresco 17Heraeus Pico and Fresco 21
Max RCF17,000 xg21,100 xg
Max Speed13,300 rpm14,800 rpm
Max Noise Level56 dBA (ventilated); 50 dBA (refrigerated)
Acceleration/Deceleration Rates11/12 seconds (ventilated); 10/12 seconds (refrigerated)
Time Set Range1 min - 99 min; 1 min increments + HOLD mode
Temperature Range4Set from -9 °C to +40 °C per 1 °C increment
CertificationsCSA certified, CE marked, IVD compliant, Certified biocontainment1
Technical StandardsIEC 61010-1, IEC 61010-2, IEC 61010-020
Dimensions, H x W x D
Heraeus Pico 17/21 centrifuges225 x 243 x 352 mm (8.86 x 9.56 x 13.8 in)
Heraeus Fresco 17/21 centrifuges330 x 295 x 445 mm (12.9 x 11.6 x 17.5 in)