When choosing a high-performance refrigerated centrifuge for clinical or analytical use, both the Beckman Coulter Avanti JXN-30 and Avanti JXN-26 stand out for their precision, BioSafe design, and integrated connectivity. While the two models share the same reliable Avanti platform, there are key differences in speed, capacity, and cooling performance that may influence which one is right for your application.
Core Performance
| Feature |
Avanti JXN-30 |
Avanti JXN-26 |
| Maximum speed | 30,000 rpm | 26,000 rpm |
| Maximum RCF | ≈110,510 × g | ≈82,000 × g |
| Maximum capacity | 1–4 L (rotor-dependent) | 1–6 L (rotor-dependent) |
| Temperature range | –20 °C to +40 °C (1 °C increments) | –10 °C to +40 °C (1 °C increments) |
The JXN-30 delivers the highest rotor speed available in the Avanti line, making it ideal for applications that demand elevated g-forces such as viral pelleting, gradient separations, or subcellular fractionation. The JXN-26 , on the other hand, favors throughput — offering a greater total load volume for laboratories processing large sample batches or using higher-capacity rotors.
Design and Usability
Both models share Beckman Coulter’s BioSafe engineering, network integration, and MobileFuge capability, enabling remote run monitoring and data logging through secure digital access. Each instrument supports up to 1,000 programmable methods, multiple acceleration/deceleration profiles, and an ω²t integrator for run-time standardization.
| Dimension / Weight |
JXN-30 |
JXN-26 |
| Footprint | 71 cm W × 86 cm D × 86 cm H | 71 cm W × 86 cm D × 86 cm H |
| Door-open height | 141 cm | 149 cm |
| Approx. weight | ≈310 kg | ≈290 kg |
Power and Connectivity
Standard Lab Power: Both units operate smoothly on typical laboratory electrical configurations.
US Labs: Centrifuges in the United States generally connect to a robust single-phase 200/208/240 V, 30 A supply. Thanks to its wide operating range (180–264 VAC, 50/60 Hz), it integrates seamlessly into almost any facility (Class I Electric Supply).
High-Stability Option: For facilities demanding the highest current stability, an optional three-phase configuration (220/380 V plus neutral three phase instrument) is available.
Rotor Ecosystem
The JXN-series centrifuges are fully compatible with Beckman Coulter’s J-Series fixed-angle, swinging-bucket, continuous-flow, and zonal rotors, allowing users to adapt the same rotor library across multiple Avanti platforms. For laboratories upgrading from a J-26 or J-E model, this ensures continuity in validated methods without sacrificing safety or precision.
Choosing the Right Model
| Laboratory Priority |
Recommended Model |
Reason |
| Highest g-forces / faster separations | JXN-30 | Reaches 30,000 rpm for dense-particle pelleting and ultrafine gradients. |
| Larger volume throughput / routine runs | JXN-26 | Handles up to 6 L total capacity with high-efficiency cooling. |
| Temperature-sensitive samples | JXN-30 | Broader refrigeration range down to –20 °C. |
Summary
Both the Avanti JXN-30 and JXN-26 exemplify Beckman Coulter’s precision engineering for clinical and research laboratories. The JXN-30 offers unmatched speed and RCF performance, while the JXN-26 excels in accommodating larger batch volumes with exceptional energy efficiency. Whichever you choose, both integrate seamlessly into connected lab environments through MobileFuge, providing the control and traceability modern labs expect.
