Simple and Reliable Water Bath for Everyday Lab Heating

UC San Diego
Division of Biological Sciences
Postdoctoral Researcher

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Company:

Fisher Scientific

Product Name:

Isotemp 205 Water Bath

Catalog Number:

13-245-166

In our research on how internal cellular structures affect developmental outcomes, we used a temperature-sensitive compound to treat protein extracts from plant leaf tissues. Maintaining a precise and stable temperature was crucial during the incubation steps, and the water bath played a key role in ensuring uniform treatment across all samples. Its accurate temperature control and consistent performance minimized variability and helped preserve the integrity of sensitive biomolecules, which was essential for downstream imaging. This equipment facilitated our investigation into the regulatory mechanisms behind scaffolding protein behavior during leaf development in plants.

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Tips

Be sure to refill with water regularly to avoid overheating. Use distilled water if possible to prevent mineral buildup over time.

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The Good

Heats evenly and holds temperature well. Large enough for multiple sample racks.

The Bad

Takes some time to reach set temperature, and lacks advanced features like shaking or timer alerts.

The Bottom Line

A straightforward and dependable water bath that works well for standard lab heating needs.

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