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The selection of a centrifuge should take into account the properties of the material; different separation requirements for various materials necessitate the use of different models. Since different materials have varying corrosion resistance, this factor must be taken into account when selecting a centrifuge, so that an appropriate one can be chosen. The structural materials of the centrifuge also affect its corrosion resistance. If the structural design is excellent, the service life can be extended, and corrosion will be relatively low. If the structural design is inadequate, gaps may form in the centrifuge, which can easily lead to corrosion of those gaps. It is best to train the operator and equip them with certain skills before operating the centrifuge. Before operating the centrifuge, be sure to check its condition. After use, be sure to turn off the power switch, and clean and maintain the centrifuge. Do not open the machine’s cover casually while it is rotating, as this may cause centrifuged liquid to spill; observation can be done through the viewing window. If the centrifuged liquid is corrosive, there’s no need for me to say more about it. As is well known, when a suspension contains fine particles, the centrifuge will cause them to settle under the influence of the gravitational field in a static state. The heavier the particle, the faster it settles. We are all aware of this phenomenon. In fact, centrifuges also use this principle, but the centrifuging process relies not on gravity but on centrifugal force, which is generated by the centrifuge itself. If natural sedimentation is relied on, the separation of substances will be slow and incomplete, but this is different when a centrifuge is used. It can generate a strong centrifugal force, which accelerates the separation of particles in a liquid. In fact, the working principle of a centrifuge is very simple: due to the effect of centrifugal force, it rapidly separates substances of different densities.