The Labconco FreeZone 12 Liter -50°C Console Freeze Dryer with Stoppering Tray Dryer & PTFE Coil and Collector is engineered for lyophilizing moderate to large sample batches and for precisely stoppering vials or serum bottles under vacuum. Designed for demanding labs, it offers corrosion resistance, advanced data monitoring, and powerful freeze drying performance in a single compact console.
Product Features
- Upright PTFE-coated stainless steel collector coil capable of holding 12L of ice before defrosting; acrylic collector lid, 3/4" thick, with neoprene gasket
- FreeZone Stoppering Tray Dryer with three large 16.5" × 12" processing shelves for efficient batch drying and stoppering
- Console cabinet with interior space for vacuum pump (sold separately) and two-piece removable front panel with viewing window
- Clear acrylic chamber lid, 3/4" thick, with neoprene gasket
- 5" full color capacitive touch screen with Lyo-Works OS showing real-time collector temperature and vacuum level
- Start–up mode for automatic or manual collector cool-down and vacuum pull-down
- Operating modes: standby or run; vacuum set point, diagnostic tests, alerts, defrost control, and accessory parameters
- Data logging displayed in table or chart format, exportable via USB or Ethernet
- Customizable settings: language, temperature units (°C/°F), and vacuum units (mBar, Torr, Pa)
- Programmable alerts sent via Ethernet to user emails
- Display settings: brightness, touch sounds, and screen time-out control
- Maintenance alerts: vacuum pump oil change, refrigeration cleaning, operating hours, and voltage offset
- Level-specific security lock-out to protect system settings
- Hot gas defrost with auto shut off at +60 °C
- On/standby switch for easy power management
- Moisture sensor that blocks refrigeration or vacuum start-up if moisture is detected in drain line
- Vacuum control valve maintains vacuum set point for process stability
- Vacuum break valve protects samples during short power interruptions; automatically restarts if power returns quickly
- Side-mounted USB port and rear-mounted Ethernet connection
- Front quick-disconnect drain hose fitting; includes 18" of 1/4" ID silicone tubing and clamp
- Internal electrical receptacle for vacuum pump, 3-wire power cord with plug
- 3/4" OD vacuum connection with 36" of 3/4" ID vacuum hose and two clamps
Vacuum pump and freeze dry glassware (if not bulk freeze drying) are required (not included).
Options Include
- Purge valve to isolate vacuum pump from freeze dryer for added protection
Required Accessories (Not Included)
- Vacuum pump with at least 163L/min displacement, 0.002mBar ultimate pressure, and fitting for 3/4" ID vacuum hose
- Freeze dry glassware if not bulk freeze drying
Benefits
- Large 12L collector capacity handles bigger batch sizes efficiently
- PTFE-coated collector offers excellent chemical resistance against corrosive samples
- Integrated stoppering tray dryer allows drying and sealing vials in the same system
- Real-time process data, programmable alerts, and data export improve traceability
- Compact console design saves floor space without sacrificing power
- Automatic restart and safety features protect product during brief power outages
Why Choose the FreeZone 12 Liter -50°C Console Freeze Dryer with Stoppering Tray Dryer & PTFE Coil and Collector?
Combining reliable freeze drying with the flexibility of a stoppering tray dryer and a chemically resistant PTFE collector, this Labconco system supports research, pharmaceutical production, and pilot work with robust design and advanced monitoring. Ideal for labs that require both performance and protection from corrosive samples.
