F-10300 Process Centrifuge

Raven F-10300 Process Centrifuge is a proven, industrial-grade solution for quickly determining percent solids in liquid samples. Trusted by process engineers since 1983, the F-10300 delivers reliable, repeatable results in as little as 15 minutes, helping operators make informed, proactive process adjustments.

Designed specifically for applications such as wastewater treatment, industrial pre-treatment, food and beverage processing, mining, fluid reclamation, and machining fluids, the F-10300 features a 3000 RPM horizontal swing-out rotor that creates a clean, straight-line interface between compacted solids and supernatant; essential for accurate solids volume measurement.

Operation is simple: load the samples, set the timer, and start. The digital countdown timer with audible end-of-cycle alert ensures consistent spin times, while dedicated controls (including a one-touch 15-minute wastewater spin) streamline routine testing. Built with a stainless steel structure and precision aluminum components, the F-10300 operates smoothly and quietly in demanding industrial environments.

The centrifuge comes with six reusable polycarbonate centrifuge tubes with high-visibility graduations from 0.20% to 100%, allowing direct solids percentage readings without calculations.

Raven B-10101-19 Polycarbonate Centrifuge Tubes are durable, reusable tubes designed for precise solids measurement in industrial samples. Featuring a conical bottom and a clearly marked graduated scale from 0.2% to 100%, these tubes make it easy to quantify even very small amounts of compacted solids.

Specifically designed to fit directly in the trunnion rings of Raven’s F-10300 Process Centrifuge, the tubes hang securely in place during high-speed spins. Constructed from high-strength polycarbonate, they are built to withstand repeated use in demanding industrial environments.

Important: These tubes cannot be used with flammables, solvents, or cooking oils.

Sold in packs of 12 tubes, making them ideal for routine testing or keeping spares on hand.

Features

• Fast solids analysis – Determine percent solids by volume in just 15 minutes

• 3000 RPM horizontal swing-out rotor – Ensures a straight solids-to-liquid interface for accurate readings

• Six-tube capacity – Efficient batch sampling for routine process monitoring

• Industrial-focused design – Ideal for wastewater, industrial pre-treatment, food & beverage, mining, and fluids reclamation

• Digital control panel – LCD display with countdown timer and audible cycle-complete alert

• Wastewater-optimized controls – Dedicated 15-minute speed key plus one-minute increment/decrement buttons

• Reusable graduated tubes included – Six polycarbonate tubes with conical bottoms, clearly marked from 0.20% to 100%

• Smooth, quiet operation – Precision-balanced rotor and enclosed motor design

• Durable construction – Stainless steel housing with aluminum components

• TEFC motor – Totally enclosed, fan-cooled motor for industrial reliability

• Compact footprint – Bench-friendly size without sacrificing performance

• 1-year warranty

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Waste Water Application

FAQ — Raven F-10300 Process Centrifuge

1) What is the F-10300 designed to measure?

The F-10300 is designed for rapid percent solids (by volume) testing in liquid samples using the graduated Raven polycarbonate tubes, typically as a process-control tool for wastewater, industrial pretreatment, and other industrial fluids.

2) Is this the same as MLSS (mg/L) testing?

Not exactly. The centrifuge tube provides a compacted solids volume reading (a “percent solids by volume” style result). MLSS is typically reported as mg/L using a gravimetric lab method. Operators often use the centrifuge for fast trending, then correlate it to lab MLSS values if they need mg/L equivalents.

3) Can I convert the centrifuge reading to MLSS (mg/L)?

Yes—if you build a site-specific correlation. A common approach is to run the centrifuge test and send the same samples for lab MLSS (or run the Standard Methods gravimetric test), then graph results to create a conversion curve for your plant and sludge conditions.

4) How fast is the test?

The unit is built around fast decision-making: typical wastewater spins are as little as ~15 minutes, and the control panel includes a dedicated 15-minute wastewater key plus 1-minute increment/decrement buttons for consistency.

5) How many samples can I run at once?

The rotor is a six-position horizontal swing-out design, allowing up to six tubes per run.

6) Why does the horizontal swing-out rotor matter?

A horizontal swing-out rotor produces a clean, straight-line interface between compacted solids and the supernatant—this is the whole point for readable percent-solids-by-volume results.

7) What tubes does it use, and what is the reading range?

It uses Raven’s reusable polycarbonate conical tubes with high-visibility graduations from 0.20% to 100%, enabling direct readings without calculations. The tube volume is listed as 11 mL.

8) What’s included with the centrifuge?

The centrifuge is supplied with six reusable Raven polycarbonate centrifuge tubes for percent-solids readings.

9) Are extra/replacement tubes available?

Yes—replacement tubes are available as Raven B-10101-19 (sold in packs).

10) Are there sample limitations (chemicals I should not use)?

Yes. The Raven polycarbonate tubes are not for flammables, solvents, or cooking oils. If your sample stream includes incompatible chemicals, you should use an alternate method.

11) What are the key performance specs (speed/RCF)?

The F-10300 is a fixed 3000 RPM unit and is listed at 1792g RCF.

12) What power does it require?

The motor is listed as 110V (other voltages available) and uses a 1/8 HP TEFC (totally enclosed fan-cooled) motor designed for industrial environments. If you need a non-standard voltage (e.g., 230V), confirm at time of order.

13) How big is it, and how much does it weigh?

Published dimensions are approximately 16 in (41 cm) diameter by 13 in (33 cm) height. Net weight is listed around 20 lb (9 kg) (ship weight ~25 lb / 11.34 kg).

14) What warranty comes with it?

The F-10300 is listed with a 1-year warranty.

15) If I need “official” MLSS numbers, what’s the correct lab method?

If you need defensible MLSS/TSS numbers (mg/L), operators commonly point to Standard Methods (e.g., 2540 series) using glass fiber filters plus a controlled drying oven (commonly cited 103–105°C) and an analytical balance. The centrifuge is widely used as the fast day-of process tool, with lab methods as the reference.