Horizontal Centrifuge for PRF

The HORIZON 6 Flex routine centrifuge is completely customizable. The fully digital display makes it easy to set cycle parameters on the fly, including variable run time, speed control, and deceleration. Lid lights flash at the end of each cycle and visually indicate the centrifuge’s status (off when ready, on when running, and flashing when done) from across the room, no matter the noise level. Spin 75-100 mm (3-10 mL) tubes right out of the box. HORIZON 6 Flex arrives ready-to-run without the purchase of any additional accessories.

A important note about Horizontal Centrifuges and the difference between a Horizontal and Fixed Angle:
Many people become confused when they see a horizontal centrifuge and notice that at rest the tubes are at angle. However, this is perfectly normal because the tubes are NOT fixed. More specifically, a horizontal centrifuge is what is known as a “swing out” centrifuge. In a horizontal centrifuge, the tubes are at an angle when the machine is at rest. However, unlike a traditional fixed-angle centrifuge, in a horizontal centrifuge the tubes are NOT fixed at an angle. So when the centrifuge is spinning at a high speed the tubes “swing-out” and become perfectly horizontal, as depicted in the photo below.

You can easily see on the horizontal centrifuge that the tubes are not fixed to anything, because at rest you will notice that the tubes can be moved up when you place your hand near the rotor. This ability to move is what causes the “swing out” at high speeds. This is very different than a fixed angle centrifuge, where the tubes are fixed at an angle, and cannot be moved, and will not move at high RPM.

Horizon 6 Flex Horizontal Key Features

• 1 Horizon 6 Flex Premium Horizontal Centrifuge (see full details below)
• 2 Preset Cycles for A-PRF (Solid PRF) and iPRF (Injectable/Liquid PRF)
• Designed, built, and supported in the USA
• Warranty: 2 years on Centrifuge (lifetime on centrifuge rotor)

Horizon 6 Flex Horizontal Key Features and Benefits

• Easy to Use Use the simple, two-button interface to select a preset, or program and record your validated settings on the included label.
• Easy to Monitor with LED Lighting Process samples more efficiently. HORIZON's LED lid lighting is off when the centrifuge is ready to load, on when running, and flashing at the end of each cycle.
• Engineered for Safety Protect your office with imbalance detection and a shatterproof lid which can only be opened when the centrifuge's rotor is stopped, even if the unit loses power.
• Capacity – Up to six (6) tubes Tube Sizes – 3 mL to 10 mL: up to 17 mm x 75 – 100 mm
• Fully Programmable – Save and recall 10 easily customizable cycle settings, or choose from 2 presets for PRF
• 2-Stage Horizontal Rotor – Drucker Diagnostics’ patented swing-out horizontal rotor design produces ideal horizontally separated samples
• Cool Operation – Unique design of the convection based cooling system protects the samples even under the heaviest workloads
• Automatic Lid Lock – Centrifuge will not run with the lid open and the lid cannot be opened while samples are spinning
• Clear Shatter Proof Lid – Allows for safe sample observation and optical calibrations
• Reinforced Guard Bowl – Provides maximum safety and durability
• Brushless DC Motor – Years of operation with no routine maintenance
• Quiet Operation – Enjoy a sound level of just 64 dBA

Horizon 6 Flex Horizontal Key Specifications

• Capacity: 6 x 75-100 mm (3-10 mL)
• Max RCF: 2,000 xg
• Max RPM: 3,800 RPM
• Weight: 12 lbs (5.4 kg)
• Dimensions: 9 h x 14 d x 12 w in (23 x 36 x 30 cm)
• Warranty: 2 years (lifetime on rotor)
• Sound Level – 64 dBA 
• Voltage – 95 to 253 VAC
• Frequency – 50/60 Hz 
• Max. Power Requirements – 220 Watts
• Centrifuge Motor – 1/2 H.P. Brushless DC

PRF Instruments (Ordered Separately)

If you need PRF instruments for your PRF protocol, you can order these thru any instrument distributor. We do sell the PRF Box, though. Other than the PRF Box,  below are the essential instruments, for the Solid PRF technique.

Tube Holder

Is used to hold the tubes and let them rest after the blood drawing.

PRF Mini Tray

Used to prepare membranes, Separate the fibrin clot from the red blood cells - Cut the membranes - Fold the membranes - Make «punches»

PRF Bowl

Is used to mix the membranes cut into small pieces with biomaterials. It can also be used for the cutting: Put the membrane into the bowl and cut it with PRF scissors.

PRF Scissors

Allows to separate easily the fibrin clot from the red cells and to cut membranes into small pieces.

PRF Forceps

Is used to remove and manipulate membranes.

PRF Forceps “Giraffe”

The forceps giraffe is intended to tunneling the PRF membranes for surgical soft tissues procedures: introduce the forceps in the tunnel, open the forceps, block the PRF membranes and pull to place the membranes in the correct position.

PRF Double Spoon

Allows collecting and handling the bone filling materials in the recipient sites (alveoli, sinus, and goshawks implants).

PRF Compactor Big

Allows compacting and tamping the bone filling materials in the recipient sites (alveoli, sinus, and goshawks implants).

PRF Compactor Small

Allows compacting and tamping the bone filling materials in the recipient sites (alveoli, sinus, and goshawks implants).

PRF Pad

Is used to position the PRF membranes easily, anywhere,using the pad as a cake server. The pointed end of the pad can be introduced in the sinus.

Research References

1. J Biomed Mater Res A. 2018 May;106(5):1373-1380 The in vitro release of cytokines and growth factors from fibrin membranes produced through horizontal centrifugation. Lourenço ES et al.

"The present results demonstrate that blood-derived fibrin membranes with high structural stability and cell content can be generated by horizontal centrifugation, being able of a prolonged production/release of growth factors and pro- and anti-inflammatory cytokines."

2. J Biomed Mater Res A. 2019 Oct;107(10):2257-2271. A novel method for evaluating and quantifying cell types in platelet rich fibrin and an introduction to horizontal centrifugation. Miron RJ et al.

"Horizontal centrifugation produced a significant increase in both the number and concentration of platelets and leukocytes (up to 3.5× higher for either solid/liquid PRF), when compared to either fixed or angled centrifuge."

3. J Contemp Dent Pract. 2019 Nov 1;20(11):1323-1328. Efficacy of PRF vs PRF + Biodegradable Collagen Plug in Post-extraction Preservation of Socket. Ahmed N et al.

4. Implant Dent. 2019 Jun;28(3):220-225. Evaluation of New Bone Formation in Sinus Floor Augmentation With Injectable Platelet-Rich Fibrin-Soaked Collagen Plug: A Pilot Study. Gülşen U et al.