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16 L LCD Controller Microbiological Incubator
Research-grade laboratory product
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LABORATORY PROCUREMENT SUPPORT
For model selection, accessory matching, installation-space review, power-supply confirmation or configuration support, contact our technical sales team.
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Supplier: Atomfair
Brand: ATOMFAIR®
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Operate the incubator only within the specified ambient temperature range of +5 to +35°C to ensure proper temperature control and avoid overheating. Connect the unit to a dedicated AC 220V, 50 Hz power supply with proper grounding to prevent electrical hazards.
- Ambient Temperature Range: Maintain the ambient temperature between +5 and +35°C to keep the incubator's temperature control within specification.
- Power Supply Requirement: Use a grounded AC 220V, 50 Hz power outlet matching the rated power of 85 W to avoid electrical damage or hazard.
- Upright Transport: Keep the packed unit upright during transport and use suitable lifting equipment to prevent internal damage.
- Accessibility for Maintenance: Ensure the chamber, sensors, shelves, filters, doors, test ports, and control interfaces remain accessible for cleaning, inspection, and operation.
- Over-Temperature Alarm Safety: Do not disable the over-temperature alarm during unattended operation as it provides a critical safety limit.
Follow these steps to safely install the incubator and prepare it for operation. The procedure covers transport, placement, power connection, and component accessibility.
Required Equipment: Suitable lifting equipment, Grounded AC 220V, 50 Hz power outlet
- Transport the unit upright
Keep the packed unit upright and use suitable lifting equipment during transport to minimize impact risk. - Confirm space and power supply
Confirm the available space against the 507 × 397 × 347 mm external dimensions and provide the required AC 220V, 50 Hz power supply. - Ensure component accessibility
Keep the chamber, sensors, shelves, filters, doors, test ports, and control interfaces accessible for cleaning, inspection, and operation. - Select optional accessories
Select optional accessories and functions according to the required workflow, such as LCD controller, printer, or UV sterilization.
How does the natural convection design of the 16L LCD Controller Microbiological Incubator affect sample evaporation and temperature uniformity compared to forced convection incubators?
The natural convection airflow reduces sample evaporation risk by minimizing air movement over cultures, but may result in slightly slower temperature recovery and less uniform temperature distribution than forced convection designs. The incubator maintains a temperature fluctuation of ±0.5 °C and a resolution of 0.1 °C, as specified in the technical data.
Can the Atomfair 16L microbiological incubator be integrated with external data logging or monitoring systems?
Yes, the incubator supports optional RS485 interface with communication software, a printer, and U-disk data storage for external data logging and remote monitoring. These optional accessories allow integration into laboratory information systems for documentation and workflow tracking.
What safety features are included to protect samples during unattended operation of the 16L LCD Controller Microbiological Incubator?
The incubator includes high-temperature and over-temperature alarms to alert operators of abnormal conditions during extended or unattended incubation. An independent over-temperature controller is also available as an optional accessory for redundant protection against thermal runaway.
The 16 L LCD Controller Microbiological Incubator (AF-MCBI-016B) uses natural convection for quiet, low-evaporation incubation from RT+5 to 65°C, with a mirror-finished stainless steel chamber and observation window for process monitoring; however, its small 16 L capacity and region-specific AC 220 V 50 Hz power supply limit deployment flexibility.
Positive
- Natural convection reduces sample evaporation: Fanless natural convection airflow minimizes sample dehydration during prolonged incubation, while also eliminating fan noise and vibration for sensitive culture work.
- Optional UV sterilization and data logging: Available UV sterilization, programmable controller, USB data storage, and RS485 communication allow the incubator to be tailored for contamination control and documentation in regulated lab environments.
Trade-offs
- Limited temperature range and ambient constraints: The incubator operates only from RT+5 to 65°C and requires a working ambient temperature of +5 to +35°C, restricting use in hot or cold rooms and excluding high-temperature applications.
- Region-specific power supply requirement: Rated for AC 220 V, 50 Hz only, the unit cannot be directly used in regions with 110-120 V or 60 Hz mains without a step-up transformer or frequency converter, adding infrastructure overhead.
Every advanced material, component, equipment, and instrument in our catalog is backed by rigorous testing. We maintain strict internal quality management frameworks and align with CE conformity metrics to deliver transparent, reproducible performance data via our public open-science repository.
To request raw batch performance data, submit formal vendor registration paperwork, or execute a fast-turnaround R&D manufacturing loop, contact us at inquiry@atomfair.com.
Item is dispatched under the Atomfair Shipping & Delivery Framework (Free worldwide shipping on orders over $59 USD excl. heavy equipment). Return is governed by the Atomfair Return & Refund Policy (7-day technical return window).
