Tahnee, the Customizable Bead Dispenser for 48 1.5 ml or 2 ml Tubes

This bead dispenser for 48 tubes can be customized to fit beads of all kind of material, size and number. Up to 12 x more affordable than overpriced equipment from large biotech companies. It is a bead dispenser for 1.5 ml and 2 ml flip-cap or screw-cap tubes. It is compatible with a standard 96 tube rack (see picture, also available here).

Options for Customization of the 48 Tube Bead Dispenser:

The number and size of beads:

• Bead size. If the bead size in batch varies (e.g. Roth glass beads) please calculate with the largest beads in the batch.
• Number of beads
• Limit: 
• Bead size: 1.5 mm – 5 mm
• Bead number: Total 15 mm height (e.g. 5 beads with a diameter of 3 mm)

OR the size of the cavity by volume:

• Volume in mm³ or µl.
• Optional: preferred dimensions (diameter and/or height).
• Limit: 15 mm height and 5 mm diameter (294 mm³/µl).

Private labelling / OEM possible on request.

How to Operate the Bead Dispenser for 1,5 ml and 2 ml Tubes:

1. Close the 48-dispenser using the provided closing plates.
2. Fill the dispenser with an excess of beads.
3. Ensure that each hole contains bead(s).
4. Transfer any surplus beads back into the storage container after removing the small closing plate.
5. Position the 48-tube-dispenser on the rack on top of the tubes.
6. Open the closing plate to initiate the dispensing process.
7. Enjoy the sound of dropping beads.

Tip: If you want to fill only few rows or columns, or single wells, etc., simply cover (with adhesive tape) the wells of the dispenser that should not be filled with beads.

Included in Package:

• 1 customized Tahnee bead dispenser for 48 tubes
• 1 small closing plate (also available separately here)
  
• 1 large closing plate (also available separately here)

Technical Note:

• Compatible only with this standard tube rack! Not included but available separately here.
  
• The Tahnee bead dispenser is 3D printed with SLA technology with very high accuracy and surface quality. White or semi-clear and durable material.
  
• The small and large closing plates are made of aclylic glass (PMMA) by laser-cutting.
  
• Not fully ethanol resistant. If surface sterilization is needed, please use short UV exposure or bleach.

You need help with the customization? Email us!

You want to dispense smaller beads, or powder? Or a bead/powder mixture? Check out our Powder Dispensers and combine it with Tahnee!

You want to fill 96-well plates? Check out this customizable bead dispenser for 96 well plates!