Hemotek 6 feeder System with 3ml reservoirs and a dedicated digital thermometer
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Specifications:
Application | Entomology | ||
Storage Temperature | Ambient | ||
Product Type | Laboratory Equipment | Forms | Kit with Various components |
Product Brand | Hemotek | ||
Product Grade | Laboratory grade | ||
The Hemotek 6 Feeder System is a complete, compact in vitro blood-feeding setup designed for the reliable feeding of hematophagous insects in research applications. This 6-station system includes precision feeders with 3 mL reservoirs, a calibrated digital thermometer and probe, temperature setting tools, and collagen feeding membranes—making it ideal for vector biology labs and entomological studies.
System Components
Quantity | Component | Product Code | Description |
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1 | PS6 Power Unit | PS6A220 | 6-station power unit, 220–230 V configuration, auto-configured to destination. |
6 | FU1 Feeders with 3 mL Reservoirs | FU1-3 | Each includes a 3 mL reservoir (R37P30) and O-ring for membrane sealing. |
1 pack | Hemotek Collagen Feeding Membranes (5/pk) | MEM5 | 5 collagen membranes (700 mm × 580 mm), enough for ~500 feedings. |
300 | Plastic Plugs | PP5-300 | Used to seal both the meal reservoir and feeder after temperature adjustment. |
6 | O-rings (3 mL Reservoir Size) | OR37-25 | Ensure tight membrane seal over reservoir. |
1 | Temperature Setting Tool | TST1 | Adjusts internal temperature setting screw inside FU1 feeders. |
1 | Plug Extracting Tool | PET1 | Removes plugs from both reservoir and FU1 feeder. |
1 | Digital Thermometer & Type K Probe | DTK1 | Single-channel thermometer with Type K probe; includes calibration certificate and carry case. |
Key Features
- Supports simultaneous feeding of up to 6 insects or colonies
- Accurate temperature control via internal screw and setting tool
- Factory-configured power unit for country of destination (220–230 V unless specified)
- Membrane-based system compatible with multiple insect species
- Plug-and-seal system ensures hygiene and sample integrity
- Dedicated digital thermometer with calibration certification for precise temperature validation
- Durable, reusable components suitable for routine use in vector biology
Applications
- Mosquito and biting insect colony maintenance
- Vector competence and transmission studies
- Entomological toxicology testing
- In vitro blood-feeding assays
- Insecticide resistance surveillance
The Hemotek 6 Feeder System is a robust, user-friendly solution for standardized in vitro blood feeding of insects. It includes all critical accessories, from feeding membranes to precise temperature monitoring tools, making it the complete choice for research laboratories working with hematophagous insect species.