Ultrasonic Homogenizer

An ultrasonic homogenizer, also known as a sonicator or ultrasonic processor, is a laboratory or industrial device that uses high-frequency ultrasonic waves to mix, emulsify, disperse, or break down particles in a liquid. It's especially useful for processes that require the disruption of cells, emulsification of immiscible liquids, or nanoparticle dispersion.

How It Works:

• It uses a probe (horn or tip) that emits ultrasonic waves (typically 20–40 kHz).

• These waves create cavitation in the liquid—tiny bubbles that rapidly form and collapse.

• The collapsing bubbles generate intense local pressure and temperature changes, which cause the disruption of particles, cells, or droplets in the solution.

Common Applications:

• Cell lysis: Breaking open cells to extract DNA, RNA, or proteins.

• Emulsification: Mixing oil and water to form stable emulsions.

• Nanoparticle dispersion: Breaking down clumps of particles in suspensions.

• Homogenization: Creating uniform mixtures or suspensions.

• Degassing: Removing dissolved gases from liquids.

Key Benefits:

• Very efficient and fast for small to medium volumes.

• Doesn’t require chemical additives.

• Useful in pharmaceuticals, food, cosmetics, and research labs.An ultrasonic homogenizer, also known as a sonicator or ultrasonic processor, is a laboratory or industrial device that uses high-frequency ultrasonic waves to mix, emulsify, disperse, or break down particles in a liquid. It's especially useful for processes that require the disruption of cells, emulsification of immiscible liquids, or nanoparticle dispersion.

How It Works:

• It uses a probe (horn or tip) that emits ultrasonic waves (typically 20–40 kHz).

• These waves create cavitation in the liquid—tiny bubbles that rapidly form and collapse.

• The collapsing bubbles generate intense local pressure and temperature changes, which cause the disruption of particles, cells, or droplets in the solution.

Common Applications:

• Cell lysis: Breaking open cells to extract DNA, RNA, or proteins.

• Emulsification: Mixing oil and water to form stable emulsions.

• Nanoparticle dispersion: Breaking down clumps of particles in suspensions.

• Homogenization: Creating uniform mixtures or suspensions.

• Degassing: Removing dissolved gases from liquids.

Key Benefits:

• Very efficient and fast for small to medium volumes.

• Doesn’t require chemical additives.

• Useful in pharmaceuticals, food, cosmetics, and research labs.