The Labconco FreeZone 12 Liter Console Freeze Dryer is designed for lyophilizing moderate to large sample loads or numerous small container batches. The console features a front viewing window, interior space for a vacuum pump, and accommodation for a full-size tray dryer such as the FreeZone Stoppering Tray Dryer (pump and tray dryer sold separately). Dual 3/4 hp HCFC/CFC-free refrigeration systems cool the upright stainless steel collector coil to -84° C (-119° F), suitable for low eutectic point samples including acetonitrile.
Product Features
- Upright stainless steel collector coil capable of holding 12L of ice before defrosting; stainless steel 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
- Brushed stainless steel and glacier white, powder-coated steel exterior with blue accents
- Full color, 5" capacitive touch screen with Lyo-Works OS:
- Real-time display of collector temperature, vacuum level, and optional End-Zone end point detection system
- 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 stores and displays data in table or chart format; export via USB or Ethernet
- Settings include language (English, Spanish, French, German, or Italian), time, time zone, temperature (°C or °F), and vacuum (mBar, Torr, or Pa)
- Alerts programmable via Ethernet connection to user-entered email addresses
- Display settings include brightness, touch sounds (on/off), and screen timeout in minutes (on/off)
- Maintenance alert settings include vacuum pump oil change, refrigeration cleaning, total operating hours, and line voltage offset
- Level-specific security lock-out prevents changes to programs and other system parameters
- Hot gas defrost with auto shut off at +60° C
- On/standby switch
- Moisture sensor prevents refrigeration or vacuum start-up when moisture is detected in the drain line
- Vacuum control valve maintains vacuum level set point
- Vacuum break valve bleeds air into the system when power to the freeze dryer or vacuum pump is shut off; if outage is less than approx. 5 minutes, freeze dryer restarts automatically, otherwise manual restart required
- Side-mounted USB port and rear-mounted Ethernet connection
- Front-mounted quick-disconnect drain hose fitting and side-mounted lanyard with hose connector (18", 1/4" ID silicone tubing and clamp included)
- Internal electrical receptacle for vacuum pump connection
- 3-wire electrical cord with plug
- 3/4" OD vacuum connection, 36" of 3/4" ID vacuum hose, and two clamps included
Note: Vacuum pump, drying accessory, and freeze dry glassware (if not bulk freeze drying) are required but not included.
Options Include
- PTFE-coated collector coil and chamber for processing corrosive compounds
- Purge valve for isolating the vacuum pump from the freeze dryer
- Built-in stainless steel mini vacuum drying chamber with 50-watt heater, microprocessor control to +60° C, 3/4" thick clear acrylic lid with neoprene gasket (chamber not cooled)
Required Accessories (Not Included)
- Vacuum pump with displacement of at least 98 L/min, 0.002 mBar ultimate pressure, and fitting suitable for 3/4" ID vacuum hose
- Tray dryer or other drying accessory
- Freeze dry glassware if not bulk freeze drying
Benefits
- Robust freeze drying with large 12L ice capacity collector to reduce defrost frequency
- Advanced Lyo-Works OS touchscreen for real-time monitoring, data logging, and precise control
- PTFE-coated coil and chamber resist corrosive compounds, enhancing durability
- Safety features including moisture sensors, vacuum control, and break valves for reliable operation
- Flexible options including purge valve and mini vacuum drying chamber to enhance functionality
Why Choose the Labconco FreeZone 12L Console Freeze Dryer with PTFE Coil and Collector, Purge Valve & Mini Chamber?
The Labconco FreeZone 12L Console Freeze Dryer combines durable stainless steel construction with chemical-resistant PTFE-coated components for reliable lyophilization in demanding labs. Its intuitive touchscreen controls, programmable alerts, and comprehensive safety features make it an ideal choice for consistent, efficient freeze drying of moderate to large sample loads.
