====== Heat Block ======

 --- //[[celiser12@gmail.com|Christine Robbins]] 2019/02/05 15:04//

==== Description ====
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The lab has 2 heat blocks that are kept at 2 different temperatures. One is at 42°C and is used during transformations for the heat shock step. The other is set to 95°C and is used to boil salmon sperm during transformations. Always check the temperature of the heat block before starting on a protocol in case you need to make any adjustments. If you need to change the temperature of a block, be sure the change it back to 42°C or 95°C as soon as you are done. 

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**Location:** Center of main lab bench

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**Notes and Warning:** The 95°C Heat Block is incredibly hot, do not touch! Do not place any plates near the heat block. It will melt and warp the agar.  

**Equipment maintenance:** Clean up any spills immediately. Use a tube tab in order to avoid tubes popping open. 

**{{ ::heat_block_manual.pdf |Equipment Manual}}** 

==== Order Information ====
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^ Item        ^ Vendor  ^ Part Number  ^ Order Link                                                              ^
| Heat Block  | VWR     | 13259-052    | https://us.vwr.com/store/product/4695667/vwr-digital-dry-block-heaters  |