The Labconco FreeZone 12L -50°C Console Freeze Dryer with integrated Stoppering Tray Dryer is purpose-built for laboratories needing to lyophilize moderate to large loads and stopper vials or serum bottles under vacuum. Featuring a PTFE-coated collector and purge valve option, it ensures durability when working with corrosive compounds. The advanced Lyo-Works OS, accessed via a 5" capacitive touch screen, delivers intuitive monitoring and control of freeze drying and stoppering processes.
Product Features
- Upright stainless steel collector coil capable of holding 12L of ice before defrosting
- Acrylic collector lid, 3/4" thick, with neoprene gasket
- 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
- Integrated FreeZone Stoppering Tray Dryer with three 16.5" x 12" processing shelves
- Full-color 5" capacitive touch screen with Lyo-Works OS:
- Real-time display of collector temperature and vacuum level.
- Start–up mode for collector cool-down and vacuum pull-down (automatic or manual)
- Operating mode (standby or run)
- Vacuum set point, alerts, diagnostic tests, user manual, defrost control, and optional drying accessory parameters
- Data logging with table/chart view; export via USB or Ethernet
- Settings: language, time, time zone, temperature (°C/°F), vacuum (mBar, Torr, Pa)
- Programmable alerts via Ethernet email notifications
- Display options: brightness, touch sounds on/off, screen timeout
- Maintenance alerts for vacuum pump oil change, refrigeration cleaning, total hours, voltage offset
- Level-specific security lock-out prevents unauthorized changes
- Hot gas defrost with auto shut off at +60°C
- On/standby switch
- Moisture sensor prevents refrigeration/vacuum start-up when moisture is detected in drain line
- Vacuum control valve maintains set vacuum level
- Vacuum break valve allows safe restart after power outages under ~5 minutes
- Side-mounted USB port and rear-mounted Ethernet connection
- Front quick-disconnect drain hose fitting & side lanyard with connector; includes 18", 1/4" ID silicone tubing and clamp
- Internal receptacle for vacuum pump connection
- 3-wire electrical cord with plug
- 3/4" OD vacuum connection; includes 36" of 3/4" ID vacuum hose and two clamps
Required Accessories (Not Included)
- Vacuum pump with ≥163L/min displacement, 0.002mBar ultimate pressure, and fitting for 3/4" ID vacuum hose
- Freeze dry glassware if not bulk freeze drying
Benefits
- Efficient lyophilization of moderate to large sample loads with stoppering capability
- Advanced Lyo-Works OS for real-time monitoring, data logging, and customizable alerts
- Durable PTFE coating options for corrosive samples and robust stainless steel construction
- Flexible use with built-in stoppering tray dryer and optional accessories
- Easy maintenance features, hot gas defrost, and programmable alerts to reduce downtime
Why Choose the FreeZone 12L -50°C Console Freeze Dryer with Stoppering Tray Dryer, PTFE Coil & Collector, Purge Valve?
Combining reliability, capacity, and precision control, the Labconco FreeZone 12L -50°C Console Freeze Dryer with Stoppering Tray Dryer meets the demands of research, pharmaceutical, and production labs. With optional PTFE coating and purge valve, it delivers exceptional versatility and performance for a wide range of freeze drying applications.
