{"product_id":"istir-hp-5m-five-position-hotplate-stirrer","title":"iStir HP 5M Five-Position Hotplate Stirrer","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 900px; margin: 0 auto; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; line-height: 1.7;\"\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- MAIN TITLE --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 26px; padding: 23px 25px; background-color: #123b63; color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 style=\"margin: 0 0 7px; color: #ffffff; font-size: 30px; line-height: 1.25;\"\u003e\n      iStir HP 5M Five-Position Hotplate Stirrer\n    \u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 0; color: #dceaf3; font-size: 18px;\"\u003e\n      Simultaneous heating and stirring for up to five laboratory samples\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- INTRODUCTION --\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The \u003cstrong\u003eiStir HP 5M\u003c\/strong\u003e is a digitally controlled multi-position hotplate stirrer designed to heat and mix up to five laboratory samples simultaneously.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Each position can accommodate up to \u003cstrong\u003e400 ml\u003c\/strong\u003e, providing a combined maximum stirring capacity of \u003cstrong\u003e2 litres\u003c\/strong\u003e. Synchronous operation maintains consistent stirring conditions across all five positions, making the instrument ideal for parallel sample preparation and comparative procedures.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    A maintenance-free brushless DC motor, programmable pulse mode and digital control of speed, temperature and operating time provide dependable and repeatable performance for research, quality-control and routine laboratory workflows.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- BENEFIT CALLOUT --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"margin: 28px 0; padding: 20px 22px; background-color: #eaf3f8; border-left: 5px solid #1773a6;\"\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 0; color: #123b63; font-size: 18px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eFive samples under the same conditions.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n      Heat and stir up to five vessels simultaneously while maintaining consistent speed, temperature and operating time across every position.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- SECTION TITLE --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"margin: 34px 0 18px; padding: 10px 16px; background-color: #176b9b;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 style=\"margin: 0; color: #ffffff; font-size: 22px;\"\u003e\n      Key Features\n    \u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cul style=\"margin: 0 0 28px; padding-left: 24px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 9px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eFive simultaneous stirring positions\u003c\/strong\u003e for efficient multi-sample processing\n    \u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 9px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003e400 ml maximum capacity per position\u003c\/strong\u003e\n    \u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 9px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003e2-litre total maximum capacity\u003c\/strong\u003e across the five positions\n    \u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 9px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eSynchronous stirring\u003c\/strong\u003e maintains consistent operating conditions across all positions\n    \u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 9px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eVariable speed from 300 to 1,500 RPM\u003c\/strong\u003e\n    \u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 9px;\"\u003e\n      Speed adjustable in precise \u003cstrong\u003e10 RPM increments\u003c\/strong\u003e\n    \u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 9px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eTemperature range from ambient to 120°C\u003c\/strong\u003e\n    \u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 9px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eDigital display\u003c\/strong\u003e provides clear viewing of the operating parameters\n    \u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 9px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eTimer from 1 to 999 minutes\u003c\/strong\u003e with an additional continuous operating mode\n    \u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 9px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eProgrammable pulse mode\u003c\/strong\u003e with adjustable intervals from 30 to 99 seconds\n    \u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 9px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eBrushless DC motor\u003c\/strong\u003e provides quiet, consistent and maintenance-free operation\n    \u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 9px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eMicroprocessor-controlled performance\u003c\/strong\u003e maintains reliable operation under changing loads\n    \u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 9px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eWaterproof heater with an integrated safety cut-off\u003c\/strong\u003e\n    \u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 9px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eStainless-steel heating plate with a silicone sheet\u003c\/strong\u003e for vessel stability\n    \u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 9px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eClosed, spill-resistant construction\u003c\/strong\u003e simplifies cleaning and protects internal components\n    \u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n      Non-slip rubber feet provide stability during higher-speed operation\n    \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- SECTION TITLE --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"margin: 34px 0 18px; padding: 10px 16px; background-color: #176b9b;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 style=\"margin: 0; color: #ffffff; font-size: 22px;\"\u003e\n      Consistent Multi-Sample Processing\n    \u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The five stirring positions operate synchronously, allowing multiple samples to be processed under the same speed, temperature and time settings.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    This helps improve consistency between samples and reduces the amount of equipment and bench space required for batch preparation, comparative testing and repetitive laboratory procedures.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- SECTION TITLE --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"margin: 34px 0 18px; padding: 10px 16px; background-color: #176b9b;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 style=\"margin: 0; color: #ffffff; font-size: 22px;\"\u003e\n      Uniform Heating\n    \u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The stainless-steel working plate provides homogeneous temperature distribution across the five positions. Temperature can be set from ambient conditions up to 120°C, allowing samples to be mixed with controlled heating.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    A silicone anti-slip sheet helps keep vessels stable and protects the working surface during routine use. The waterproof heating system incorporates a safety cut-off for additional operational protection.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- SECTION TITLE --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"margin: 34px 0 18px; padding: 10px 16px; background-color: #176b9b;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 style=\"margin: 0; color: #ffffff; font-size: 22px;\"\u003e\n      Programmable Pulse Mixing\n    \u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Pulse mode periodically changes the stirring direction to promote improved liquid circulation and more thorough mixing. The pulse interval can be programmed between 30 and 99 seconds to suit the sample and procedure.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- SECTION TITLE --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"margin: 34px 0 18px; padding: 10px 16px; background-color: #176b9b;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 style=\"margin: 0; color: #ffffff; font-size: 22px;\"\u003e\n      Typical Applications\n    \u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cul style=\"margin: 0 0 28px; padding-left: 24px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003eParallel preparation of laboratory solutions\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003eHeating and mixing buffers, reagents and culture media\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003eDissolving chemical compounds across multiple samples\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003eComparative experiments and method development\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003ePharmaceutical formulation and quality control\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003eMicrobiology and life-science research\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003eEnvironmental and analytical testing\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003eUniversity and teaching laboratories\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eRoutine batch preparation and laboratory processing\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- SECTION TITLE --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"margin: 34px 0 18px; padding: 10px 16px; background-color: #176b9b;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 style=\"margin: 0; color: #ffffff; font-size: 22px;\"\u003e\n      Technical Specifications\n    \u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto; margin-bottom: 30px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; min-width: 560px; border-collapse: collapse; font-size: 15px;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctbody\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"width: 42%; padding: 12px 14px; background-color: #123b63; color: #ffffff; border: 1px solid #123b63;\"\u003e\n            \u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\n          \u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px 14px; background-color: #123b63; color: #ffffff; border: 1px solid #123b63;\"\u003e\n            \u003cstrong\u003eiStir HP 5M\u003c\/strong\u003e\n          \u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; background-color: #edf3f6; border: 1px solid #d4dde3;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #d4dde3;\"\u003eMulti-position hotplate magnetic stirrer\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; background-color: #f8f9fa; border: 1px solid #d4dde3;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of positions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #d4dde3;\"\u003e5\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; background-color: #edf3f6; border: 1px solid #d4dde3;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCapacity per position\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #d4dde3;\"\u003e400 ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; background-color: #f8f9fa; border: 1px solid #d4dde3;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTotal maximum capacity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #d4dde3;\"\u003e5 × 400 ml (2 litres)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; background-color: #edf3f6; border: 1px solid #d4dde3;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMotor type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #d4dde3;\"\u003eBrushless DC motor\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; background-color: #f8f9fa; border: 1px solid #d4dde3;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpeed range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #d4dde3;\"\u003e300–1,500 RPM\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; background-color: #edf3f6; border: 1px solid #d4dde3;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpeed increments\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #d4dde3;\"\u003e10 RPM\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; background-color: #f8f9fa; border: 1px solid #d4dde3;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #d4dde3;\"\u003eAmbient to 120°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; background-color: #edf3f6; border: 1px solid #d4dde3;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTimer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #d4dde3;\"\u003e1–999 minutes or continuous operation\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; background-color: #f8f9fa; border: 1px solid #d4dde3;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePulse mode\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #d4dde3;\"\u003eProgrammable from 30–99 seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; background-color: #edf3f6; border: 1px solid #d4dde3;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlate material\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #d4dde3;\"\u003eStainless steel with silicone sheet\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; background-color: #f8f9fa; border: 1px solid #d4dde3;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlate dimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #d4dde3;\"\u003e456 × 118 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; background-color: #edf3f6; border: 1px solid #d4dde3;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended stir-bar length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #d4dde3;\"\u003e25 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; background-color: #f8f9fa; border: 1px solid #d4dde3;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #d4dde3;\"\u003e3 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; background-color: #edf3f6; border: 1px solid #d4dde3;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProtection rating\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #d4dde3;\"\u003eIP42\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; background-color: #f8f9fa; border: 1px solid #d4dde3;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUK supply version\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #d4dde3;\"\u003e220 V\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n      \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n    \u003c\/table\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- SECTION TITLE --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"margin: 34px 0 18px; padding: 10px 16px; background-color: #176b9b;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 style=\"margin: 0; color: #ffffff; font-size: 22px;\"\u003e\n      Supplied as Standard\n    \u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cul style=\"margin: 0 0 28px; padding-left: 24px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003eiStir HP 5M five-position hotplate stirrer\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003eHigh-strength magnetic stir bar, 25 × 8 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003eSilicone anti-slip sheet\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003eUK power cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eOperating documentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- SAFETY --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"margin: 30px 0; padding: 18px 20px; background-color: #fff7e6; border-left: 5px solid #e39a21;\"\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eHot-surface warning:\u003c\/strong\u003e The heating plate, vessels and silicone sheet may remain hot after operation. Appropriate laboratory precautions and heat-resistant personal protective equipment should be used.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- SUPPORT --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 34px; padding: 22px 24px; background-color: #123b63; color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 style=\"margin: 0 0 8px; color: #ffffff; font-size: 21px;\"\u003e\n      Product Advice and Support\n    \u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003e\n      Contact Auckland Scientific for availability and assistance selecting the correct multi-position hotplate stirrer for your required number of samples and laboratory workflow.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cp style=\"margin-top: 18px; color: #666666; font-size: 13px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cem\u003eImages are for illustrative purposes. Product appearance and specifications may differ slightly as a result of continuing product development.\u003c\/em\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Auckland Scientific","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58818830074181,"sku":"iStir HP 5M","price":520.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1066\/1930\/6309\/files\/iStir5M.jpg?v=1786359944","url":"https:\/\/auckland-scientific.co.uk\/products\/istir-hp-5m-five-position-hotplate-stirrer","provider":"Auckland Scientific Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}