A centrifuge is a machine that separates objects of different densities by centrifugal force. Although centrifuges have a wide range of applications in science, medicine, industry and other fields, they also have some hazards, mainly including the following:
Mechanical injury: due to the high rotational speed of centrifuges, if the centrifuges are unstable or improperly operated, the centrifuges may become imbalanced or malfunction, which may cause mechanical injuries or accidents.
Explosion Hazard: Certain samples or substances may be chemically reacted or burned due to the high speed of the centrifuge, which may lead to the explosion of the centrifuge tube, causing fire or explosion and other hazards.
Radiation Hazard: Some centrifuges require the use of radioactive isotopes or radiation, which may cause injury or danger to the operator.
Infection hazard: Centrifuges are widely used in biological experiments and often involve the handling of pathogens and biological samples, which, if not handled correctly, can lead to infection hazards, such as viruses, bacteria, or fungi.