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160 L Standard Controller Water-Jacket Constant Temperature Incubator
Research-grade laboratory product
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Supplier: Atomfair
Brand: ATOMFAIR®
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Operate the incubator within the specified ambient temperature range of +5 to +35 °C and supply clean, stable AC 220 V 50 Hz power to ensure safe and reliable performance. Maintain adequate water level in the water jacket and avoid prolonged door openings to prevent thermal instability and activation of safety alarms.
- Electrical Supply: Connect the incubator only to a grounded AC 220 V, 50 Hz power outlet with sufficient capacity for the 850 W rated load.
- Ambient Conditions: Install the unit in a location with ambient temperature between +5 and +35 °C and with adequate ventilation to prevent overheating.
- Water Jacket Maintenance: Monitor and maintain the water level in the water jacket to prevent low-water alarms and ensure consistent thermal performance.
- Door Operation: Minimize the duration and frequency of door openings to avoid triggering the extended door alarm and to maintain temperature uniformity.
- Transport and Handling: Keep the incubator upright during transport and use suitable lifting equipment to avoid impact damage to the water jacket and internal components.
Follow these steps to install and operate the incubator safely, ensuring proper thermal stability and compliance with alarm monitoring. All procedures are based on the manufacturer's guidelines for the standard controller configuration.
Required Equipment: Suitable lifting equipment (e.g., dolly or forklift)
- Confirm Installation Space and Power
Confirm the installation space accommodates the 650 × 640 × 950 mm external dimensions and the power supply matches the 220 V, 50 Hz specification. - Transport Incubator
Transport the incubator upright using suitable lifting equipment to prevent impact damage. - Position for Accessibility
Position the incubator so that the chamber, sensors, shelves, filters, doors, test ports, and control interfaces remain accessible for cleaning, inspection, and operation. - Select Optional Accessories
Select and install optional accessories (e.g., printer, UV sterilization, RS485 interface) according to the required workflow. - Connect Power Supply
Connect the power supply and verify the main power switch is off before connecting the cord.
How does the water-jacket heating system affect temperature recovery after the inner door is opened?
Opening the inner door pauses heating and circulation fan activity to protect samples from rapid temperature shifts, which deliberately extends recovery time. The product description does not specify a quantitative recovery duration, but the design prioritizes sample protection over rapid stabilization. This trade-off is inherent to the water-jacket method, which provides stable temperature holdover during power interruption.
Can the standard controller model AF-WJIN-160A be upgraded to a programmable LCD controller, and what additional accessories are available?
Yes, the standard controller can be replaced with a programmable LCD controller, as listed under controller options and optional accessories. Other available accessories include a printer, U-disk data storage, RS485 interface with communication software, UV sterilization, and an independent over-temperature controller. These options must be selected according to the required workflow before purchase.
What are the water-level monitoring and maintenance requirements for the water-jacket incubator?
The incubator includes a low-water alarm function to alert operators when the water jacket level is insufficient. An optional automatic water-filling accessory is available to simplify maintenance. The product description does not specify water volume, replacement intervals, or manual filling procedures, so periodic visual inspection and manual refilling are required unless the automatic option is installed.
The 160 L Standard Controller Water-Jacket Constant Temperature Incubator (model AF-WJIN-160A) provides water-jacket thermal stability with ±0.3°C fluctuation and ±0.5°C uniformity at 37°C, suitable for constant temperature incubation where ambient control is available, but lacks cooling capability and requires ambient temperature within +5 to +35°C.
Positive
- Water-jacket thermal holdover: Water-jacket heating provides stable chamber temperature and better thermal holdover during power interruption, supporting sample integrity during short outages.
- Automatic fan speed control: Fan speed automatically adjusts when the set temperature is reached, reducing airflow to maintain uniformity and minimize sample disturbance.
Trade-offs
- No cooling capability: Temperature control range is RT+5 to 65°C, so the unit cannot cool below ambient temperature, limiting its use to heating-only incubation.
- Ambient temperature restriction: Working ambient temperature must be between +5 and +35°C, constraining placement in unconditioned or extreme environments.
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