Lab Armor Bead Bath 14L

Overview:

The Lab Armor Bead Bath 14L is designed to optimize performance when used with Lab Armor Beads, providing uniform temperature control and superior heat retention. This bead bath is ideal for laboratories seeking stable, clean, and efficient heating without the drawbacks of traditional water or oil baths.

Key Features:

• Uniform Temperatures: The bead bath ensures consistent and uniform heating, with thermal uniformity of ±1.0°C at 37ºC.
• Always On: The Bead Bath is always ready to use, requiring no warm-up time and never needing to be turned off. It offers quick adjustments to set temperatures without long delays.
• Stays Clean: The Bead Bath minimizes the risk of contamination by reducing the potential for microbial or biofilm growth, ensuring reproducible results.
• Stays Organized: The Bead Bath naturally holds vessels in place without the need for additional racks or accessories, preventing floating accidents and clutter.

Advantages Over Traditional Baths:

• Waterless Heating: Bead baths use thermal beads instead of water, avoiding issues like condensation, bacterial growth, and contamination. They retain heat better and provide superior thermal efficiency.
• Broad Temperature Range: The Bead Bath supports a wide temperature range from -80°C to +180°C, making it versatile for various applications.
• No Evaporation: Bead baths do not evaporate, reducing the risk of instrument burn-out and offering improved temperature stability.
• Energy Savings: The Bead Bath requires less energy and provides faster heating compared to traditional water baths, contributing to cost-efficiency.

Specifications:

• Exterior Dimensions: 15.9" × 18.5" × 8.5" (404 mm × 470 mm × 216 mm)
• Interior Dimensions: 12" × 12.1" × 6" (305 mm × 307 mm × 152 mm)
• Volume: 0.5 cu.ft. (14 L)
• Unit Weight (without beads): 18.0 lbs (8.2 kg)
• Operating Temperature Range: Ambient +5°C to 80°C
• Temperature Uniformity (Midrange): ±1.0°C
• Temperature Stability (Midrange): ±0.1°C
• Controller Type: Digital
• Display Resolution: 0.1°C
• Power Requirements: 100-120 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 4.5 Amps (220V available)
• Max HVAC Load: 2.45K BTUs/hr
• Safety Certifications: UL 61010-1, EN 61010-1, CSA 61010-1, CE

This Lab Armor Bead Bath 14L offers high thermal efficiency, broad temperature capabilities, and reduced contamination risks. It's an excellent choice for labs that require precise and stable temperature control in a clean, energy-efficient, and low-maintenance design.