The Labconco FreeZone 12 Liter -50°C Console Freeze Dryer with integrated Stoppering Tray Dryer and purge valve is purpose-built for lyophilizing moderate to large sample batches while enabling precise stoppering of vials under vacuum. Its robust stainless steel collector coil holds up to 12L of ice before defrosting. Combined with an advanced Lyo-Works OS touchscreen and powerful refrigeration system, it delivers reliable, high-performance freeze drying for research, biotech, and pharmaceutical labs.
Product Features
- Upright stainless steel collector coil holds up to 12L of ice before defrosting; acrylic collector lid, 3/4" thick, with neoprene gasket
- FreeZone Stoppering Tray Dryer with three spacious 16.5" × 12" processing shelves
- Console cabinet with internal 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
- Brushed stainless steel and glacier white powder-coated steel exterior with blue accents
- 5" full color capacitive touchscreen with Lyo-Works OS for real-time display of collector temperature and vacuum level.
- Start-up mode (automatic or manual) for collector cool-down and vacuum pull-down
- Operating modes, vacuum set point, alerts, diagnostic tests, user manual, defrost control & drying accessory settings
- Data logging with table/chart view; export via USB or Ethernet
- Language, temperature (°C/°F), and vacuum (mBar, Torr, Pa) settings
- Programmable alerts via Ethernet to email
- Display settings: brightness, touch sounds, screen timeout
- Maintenance alerts: vacuum pump oil change, cleaning, operating hours & line voltage offset
- Level-specific security lock-out
- Hot gas defrost with auto shut off at +60°C
- Moisture sensor prevents refrigeration or vacuum start-up when moisture detected
- Vacuum control valve maintains set vacuum; vacuum break valve protects during power outage
- Side-mounted USB port & rear-mounted Ethernet connection
- Front quick-disconnect drain hose fitting; includes 18" silicone tubing and clamp
- Internal electrical receptacle for vacuum pump; 3-wire electrical 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
- PTFE-coated collector coil and chamber for corrosive sample processing
Required Accessories (Not Included)
- Vacuum pump with ≥163L/min displacement, 0.002mBar ultimate pressure, and fitting for 3/4" ID vacuum hose
Benefits
- Efficient freeze drying and precise stoppering in one integrated system
- Large 12L collector capacity supports high-throughput labs
- Robust stainless steel collector resists corrosion and wear
- Advanced touchscreen for real-time monitoring and data logging
- Compact console design maximizes valuable lab space
- Built-in safety features protect samples during unexpected power events
- Easy data export and programmable alerts for traceability and process control
Why Choose the FreeZone 12 Liter -50°C Console Freeze Dryer with Stoppering Tray Dryer, Stainless Steel Coil & Purge Valve?
Engineered for reliability, efficiency, and ease of use, this freeze dryer combines powerful refrigeration, precise stoppering, and user-friendly touchscreen controls. Perfect for labs handling vial production, research samples, or pharmaceutical testing, it delivers consistent, repeatable results every cycle.
