JOANLAB 5L Magnetic Stirrer is a laboratory heating magnetic stirrer designed for controlled mixing and heating of liquid samples up to 5 litres. The HS8, HS8C, and HS8Pro variations offer different control and display options, with stirring speeds up to 1500 rpm. It suits laboratories, research environments, educational facilities, and routine sample preparation where consistent stirring and controlled heating are required.
Combining magnetic stirring with a heated hot plate, this laboratory magnetic stirrer helps users mix and heat liquid samples using a single benchtop instrument. A magnetic stir bar is placed inside the vessel, while the stirrer generates a rotating magnetic field to provide contact-free mixing.
The HS8 series is available in three configurations:
- HS8: Basic control configuration with 200–1500 rpm stirring speed.
- HS8C: Digital-display configuration with 50–1500 rpm stirring speed.
- HS8Pro: Advanced digital-display configuration with 50–1500 rpm stirring speed and additional control functions.
The three models share a maximum stirring capacity of 5L while providing different levels of control for laboratory applications.
Key Features and Benefits
5L Laboratory Stirring Capacity
The JOANLAB HS8 series is designed for liquid volumes of up to 5 litres, making it suitable for a broad range of laboratory mixing tasks.
Stirring Speeds Up to 1500 rpm
The magnetic stirring system provides a maximum speed of 1500 rpm. The HS8C and HS8Pro offer a wider 50–1500 rpm range, while the HS8 operates from 200–1500 rpm.
Integrated Heating
The heated hot plate allows users to combine sample heating and magnetic stirring on the same laboratory workstation. This can simplify procedures where temperature and mixing are required together.
Multiple Model Options
Buyers can select the configuration that best matches their laboratory requirements:
- HS8 for straightforward magnetic stirring and heating.
- HS8C for digital display and a wider stirring-speed range.
- HS8Pro for the advanced digital-display configuration.
Contact-Free Magnetic Mixing
Magnetic stirring mixes samples without an overhead mechanical stirrer shaft entering the liquid. This makes the system convenient for routine laboratory preparation and controlled liquid mixing.
JOANLAB HS8, HS8C and HS8Pro Comparison
| Specification | HS8 | HS8C | HS8Pro |
| Product type | Heating magnetic stirrer | Heating magnetic stirrer | Heating magnetic stirrer |
| Maximum stirring volume | 5L | 5L | 5L |
| Stirring speed | 200–1500 rpm | 50–1500 rpm | 50–1500 rpm |
| Maximum stirring speed | 1500 rpm | 1500 rpm | 1500 rpm |
| Display | Basic control configuration | Digital display | Digital display |
| Heating function | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Maximum heating temperature | Up to 280°C | Up to 310°C | Up to 310°C |
| Model number | HS8 | HS8C | HS8Pro |
Note: Specifications can vary by model. Select the appropriate variation before purchasing.
Technical Specifications
Product Specifications
| Specification | Details |
| Brand | JOANLAB |
| Series | HS8 Series |
| Models | HS8, HS8C, HS8Pro |
| Product type | Laboratory magnetic hotplate stirrer |
| Maximum stirring volume | 5L |
| Maximum stirring speed | 1500 rpm |
| HS8 speed range | 200–1500 rpm |
| HS8C speed range | 50–1500 rpm |
| HS8Pro speed range | 50–1500 rpm |
| Heating | Integrated heating hot plate |
| HS8 maximum temperature | Up to 280°C |
| HS8C maximum temperature | Up to 310°C |
| HS8Pro maximum temperature | Up to 310°C |
Laboratory Applications and Use Cases
The JOANLAB 5L Magnetic Stirrer can be used for laboratory procedures that require simultaneous or sequential heating and magnetic mixing.
Typical applications include:
- General laboratory sample preparation
- Mixing aqueous solutions
- Preparing chemical solutions
- Dissolving laboratory reagents
- Heating and stirring liquid samples
- Routine research and development work
- Educational laboratory experiments
- Pharmaceutical and biotechnology laboratory procedures
- Chemical laboratory applications
- General-purpose benchtop liquid mixing
The appropriate model should be selected according to the required stirring range, temperature requirements, and preferred control interface.
Why Choose a Heating Magnetic Stirrer?
A magnetic hotplate stirrer combines two common laboratory functions in one compact benchtop instrument. Instead of using separate equipment for heating and stirring, users can perform both operations on the same platform.
For routine laboratory work, this can provide a practical solution for:
- Maintaining consistent sample agitation
- Combining controlled heating with mixing
- Reducing the amount of benchtop equipment required
- Performing repeatable liquid preparation procedures
- Adjusting stirring speed according to the application
Choosing Between HS8, HS8C and HS8Pro
HS8
Choose the JOANLAB HS8 when you need a straightforward 5L heating magnetic stirrer with a 200–1500 rpm stirring range.
HS8C
Choose the JOANLAB HS8C when a digital display and a wider 50–1500 rpm stirring range are important for your laboratory workflow.
HS8Pro
Choose the JOANLAB HS8Pro when you want the advanced digital-display version of the HS8 series with a 50–1500 rpm stirring range and additional control functionality.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the JOANLAB 5L Magnetic Stirrer?
The JOANLAB 5L Magnetic Stirrer is a laboratory benchtop instrument that combines magnetic stirring with heating. The HS8 series supports liquid volumes up to 5L and provides stirring speeds up to 1500 rpm.
What are the JOANLAB HS8, HS8C and HS8Pro models?
HS8, HS8C and HS8Pro are three model configurations in JOANLAB’s HS8 heating magnetic stirrer series. They differ mainly in their control/display configuration, stirring-speed range and maximum heating temperature.
What is the maximum stirring speed?
The maximum stirring speed for the HS8, HS8C and HS8Pro is 1500 rpm.
What is the stirring-speed range of the HS8?
The HS8 has a stirring-speed range of 200–1500 rpm.
What is the stirring-speed range of the HS8C and HS8Pro?
Both the HS8C and HS8Pro provide a stirring-speed range of 50–1500 rpm.
What is the maximum liquid capacity?
The maximum stirring volume for the JOANLAB HS8 series is 5 litres.
Does the JOANLAB HS8 series have a heating function?
Yes. The HS8, HS8C and HS8Pro are heating magnetic stirrers that combine magnetic mixing with a heated hot plate.
What is the maximum temperature of the HS8?
The HS8 has a maximum heating temperature of up to 280°C.
What is the maximum temperature of the HS8C and HS8Pro?
The HS8C and HS8Pro have maximum heating temperatures of up to 310°C.
Which JOANLAB model has a digital display?
The HS8C and HS8Pro are the digital-display configurations. The HS8 is the basic control version.
Is this magnetic stirrer suitable for laboratory use?
Yes. The JOANLAB HS8 series is designed as laboratory benchtop equipment for applications involving controlled heating and magnetic stirring of liquid samples.
What should I consider when choosing a model?
Consider your required liquid volume, minimum stirring speed, maximum heating temperature and preferred control interface. The HS8 is the basic option, while the HS8C and HS8Pro provide digital-display configurations and a wider stirring-speed range.
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