Choosing between these two centrifuges is really a question of sample size and bench space. The Clay Adams Dynac 0101 is a used benchtop centrifuge; the Plasma PRP Microcentrifuge is a new, compact model for small tubes. Both belong in the centrifuges, mixers, and shakers part of any lab setup, but they solve different problems.
The Plasma PRP is the straightforward pick if you want a compact centrifuge. The Dynac 0101 is the pick if you want traditional benchtop flexibility in a used package.
Quick verdict
The Dynac 0101 is the better choice when a traditional bench-scale rotor layout matters more than buying new. The Plasma PRP Microcentrifuge is the better choice when convenience and easy placement matter more.
At a glance
| Clay Adams Dynac 0101 | Plasma PRP Microcentrifuge | |
|---|---|---|
| Listed price | USD 99.99 | USD 52.71 |
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| Condition | Used | New |
| Rotor format | 4-place swing-out rotor with holders and counterweight | Angle rotor for 0.2/0.5/1.5/2.0 ml tubes plus PCR rotor |
| Speed and timing | Low-speed centrifuge with working speed and timer controls | 4,000 rpm with no timing control |
| Best for | Larger tubes, single-tube runs | Microtube and PCR work |
Where each product wins
The Clay Adams Dynac 0101 wins for bench-scale versatility. It is intended for biological laboratory use and gives you a more traditional benchtop format than the microcentrifuge.
The Plasma PRP Microcentrifuge wins for convenience. It is light, low-noise, and easy to place on a crowded bench, making it the simpler pick for quick microtube spins.
Product notes
Clay Adams Dynac 0101 Centrifuge
This used centrifuge is listed at $99.99 and uses a 4-place swing-out rotor with four tube holders. The rotor positions samples horizontally while spinning, and the included counterweight lets you run a single tube without hunting for a second sample. Speed and timer controls are in working order, and the unit is intended for biological laboratory use. The trade-offs are clear: it is a used unit that shows normal signs of wear, and the locking mechanism is missing, so adult-only operation is advised. If you are comfortable with that condition and need swing-out capacity for larger samples, the Dynac 0101 is the more flexible benchtop option.
Plasma PRP Microcentrifuge
The Plasma PRP Microcentrifuge is new and priced at $52.71. This compact angle-rotor unit has a listed maximum speed of 4,000 rpm. The included standard rotor accepts 0.2, 0.5, 1.5, and 2.0 ml tubes, and the second rotor expands capacity to 0.2 ml PCR tubes in an 8 x 2 layout. It is light, small, and low-noise, which makes it a practical fit for crowded bench space. It does not have timing control, so timed runs are not part of the package. If your daily work is quick spins and small tubes, and you would rather have a new centrifuge than a used one, this model is the space-saving alternative.
Final choice by use case
- Choose the Clay Adams Dynac 0101 if you are happy to buy used and want a traditional benchtop rotor setup.
- Choose the Plasma PRP Microcentrifuge if you prefer a space-saving centrifuge for fast spins with small tubes.
