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160 L Programmable Controller Water-Jacket Constant Temperature Incubator
Research-grade laboratory product
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Supplier: Atomfair
Brand: ATOMFAIR®
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This incubator requires a stable AC 220V 50Hz power supply with grounding and an ambient temperature of +5 to +35°C. The water-jacket must be filled with distilled water to prevent mineral buildup and ensure proper thermal stability, with alarms monitoring low water and over-temperature conditions.
- Power Supply: Operate the incubator only on a dedicated AC 220V 50Hz circuit with proper grounding.
- Water Quality: Use distilled or deionized water in the water-jacket to avoid scale formation and maintain heat transfer efficiency.
- Ventilation: Provide at least 10 cm clearance around the unit for adequate airflow and heat dissipation.
- Alarm Response: Address high temperature, over-temperature, low water, and extended door opening alarms immediately to prevent sample damage or equipment failure.
- Transport: Keep the incubator upright during transport and use suitable lifting equipment to avoid damage to the water-jacket and internal components.
Follow these steps to install the incubator, set up the water-jacket, and begin incubation. Proper handling ensures stable temperature control and prevents equipment damage or safety hazards.
Required Equipment: Lifting equipment
- Transport the incubator
Transport the incubator upright to the installation site using suitable lifting equipment. - Position the unit
Position the incubator on a level surface with adequate clearance for ventilation and access to all service panels. - Connect power
Connect the power supply to a dedicated AC 220V 50Hz outlet with proper grounding. - Fill the water-jacket
Fill the water-jacket with distilled water to the recommended level before first use. - Set temperature
Set the desired temperature on the programmable controller and allow the chamber to stabilize. - Load samples
Load samples onto the shelves, ensuring they do not obstruct airflow, and close the door securely. - Monitor operation
Monitor the alarm indicators during operation and respond to any alerts immediately.
What is the temperature fluctuation and uniformity of the 160 L water-jacket incubator at 37 °C?
The temperature fluctuation is ±0.3 °C and the temperature uniformity is ±0.5 °C at 37 °C, as specified in the technical specifications. This supports stable incubation conditions for culture work and constant temperature laboratory workflows.
Can this incubator be connected to external data logging or monitoring systems?
Yes, the incubator supports optional accessories including an RS485 interface with communication software, a printer, and U-disk data storage. These enable data export and remote monitoring of temperature and operation parameters, suitable for quality control and research documentation.
What safety alarms are built into the 160 L water-jacket incubator for unattended operation?
The incubator includes alarms for high temperature, over-temperature, low water level, and extended door opening. Additionally, opening the glass inner door pauses operation and cuts heating and circulation fan activity to protect samples and balance temperature uniformity.
The 160 L water-jacket incubator offers stable thermal holdover and a pause-on-open door for sample protection, but requires moderate ambient conditions and cannot cool below room temperature.
Positive
- Water-jacket thermal holdover: Water-jacket heating supports stable chamber temperature and better thermal holdover during power interruption, helping maintain sample conditions during short outages.
- Glass inner door operation pause: Opening the glass inner door pauses heating and circulation fan activity, balancing temperature uniformity with sample protection during observation.
Trade-offs
- Ambient temperature restriction: Working ambient temperature range is +5 to +35 °C, requiring the incubator to be placed in a controlled environment; extreme ambient temperatures may affect performance.
- No cooling below ambient: Temperature control range is RT+5 to 65 °C, so the incubator cannot cool below room temperature, limiting its use to incubation above ambient conditions.
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