The Labconco FreeZone 2.5 Liter Benchtop Freeze Dryer is expertly engineered for lyophilizing light sample loads, combining compact design and advanced technology to fit seamlessly into labs with limited bench space. Featuring an upright stainless steel collector coil that holds up to 2.5 liters of ice before defrosting, this versatile freeze dryer reaches temperatures as low as -50° C, perfect for aqueous samples. Its intuitive Lyo-Works OS, displayed on a 5" full-color capacitive touch screen, provides real-time monitoring and customizable control, making it an essential tool for modern laboratory workflows.
Product Features
- Upright stainless steel collector coil holds 2.5L of ice before defrosting
- Acrylic collector lid with neoprene gasket and 3" port for drying accessories
- Compact benchtop design to save valuable lab space
- Full-color, 5" capacitive touch screen with Lyo-Works OS
- Real-time display of collector temperature, vacuum level & optional End-Zone detection
- Start-up mode (automatic/manual) for collector cool-down & vacuum pull-down
- Vacuum set point, alerts, diagnostics, defrost control & accessory parameters
- Data logging exportable via USB or Ethernet
- Programmable email alerts via Ethernet
- Level-specific security lock-out prevents unauthorized changes
- Hot gas defrost with auto shut off at +65° C
- Moisture sensor prevents refrigeration/vacuum startup if moisture is detected
- Vacuum control & break valves maintain or safely release vacuum as needed
- Automatic restart capability after short power outages; safe lockout if prolonged
- Side-mounted USB port, rear-mounted Ethernet port & electrical receptacle for pump
- Quick-disconnect drain hose fitting, silicone tubing & clamps included
- Rear vacuum connection with 50" of 3/4" ID vacuum hose and clamps
Required Accessories (Not Included)
- Vacuum pump with ≥98 L/min displacement, 0.002 mBar ultimate pressure, and fitting for 3/4" ID vacuum hose
- Drying accessory
- Freeze dry glassware (if not bulk freeze drying)
Benefits
- Compact footprint – Saves valuable bench space in busy labs
- Precise monitoring – Real-time temperature and vacuum data for better control
- Flexible operation – Automatic/manual modes and data logging simplify workflows
- Enhanced safety – Lock-out features, moisture sensors & auto defrost protect samples and equipment
- Built for reliability – Robust design and thoughtful safety features reduce downtime
Why Choose the FreeZone 2.5L Benchtop Freeze Dryer?
With its reliable -50° C collector temperature, advanced monitoring, and space-saving design, the freeze dryer is the perfect solution for labs requiring efficient, small-batch lyophilization. Designed with user-friendly controls and robust safety systems, this dryer offers dependable performance for aqueous sample processing and beyond, making it an essential tool for research, diagnostics, and quality control applications.
