The Labconco FreeZone 18L -50°C Console Freeze Dryer with Stoppering Tray Dryer and PTFE Coil and Collector is engineered for lyophilizing moderate to large sample loads and vacuum stoppering vials or serum bottles. It features a front viewing window and interior space for a vacuum pump (sold separately), delivering reliable freeze drying performance with corrosion resistance.
Product Features
- Upright stainless steel collector coil capable of holding 18L 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.
- FreeZone Stoppering Tray Dryer with three 16.5" x 12" processing shelves.
- Single 1 hp HCFC/CFC-free refrigeration system and 1000-watt electric heater cool and heat fluid medium circulating through tray dryer 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 modes: standby or run.
- Vacuum set point, alerts, diagnostic tests, user manual, defrost control, and drying accessory parameters.
- Data logging with table or chart display; exportable via USB or Ethernet.
- Settings include language (English, Spanish, French, German, Italian), time, time zone, temperature units (°C/°F), and vacuum units (mBar, Torr, Pa).
- Programmable alerts via Ethernet to user-entered email addresses.
- Display settings: brightness, touch sounds (on/off), screen timeout.
- Maintenance alerts: vacuum pump oil change, refrigeration cleaning, total operating hours, line voltage offset.
- Level-specific security lock-out to prevent unauthorized program changes.
- 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 drain line.
- Vacuum control valve maintains vacuum set point.
- Vacuum break valve bleeds air into system if power to freeze dryer or vacuum pump is shut off; auto restart if outage under ~5 minutes.
- Side-mounted USB port and rear-mounted Ethernet connection.
- Front-mounted quick-disconnect drain hose fitting and side-mounted lanyard with hose connector; includes 18" of 1/4" ID silicone tubing and clamp.
- Internal electrical receptacle for vacuum pump connection.
- 3-wire electrical cord with plug.
- 3/4" OD vacuum connection with 36" of 3/4" ID vacuum hose and two clamps.
Required Accessories (Not Included)
- Vacuum pump with a displacement of at least 163 L/min, 0.002 mBar ultimate pressure, and fitting suitable for 3/4" ID vacuum hose.
- Freeze dry glassware if not bulk freeze drying.
Benefits
- Large 18L ice capacity for efficient freeze drying of moderate to large sample loads.
- Stoppering Tray Dryer enables vacuum stoppering of vials and serum bottles.
- Corrosion-resistant PTFE-coated coil and chamber available for harsh chemical applications.
- Advanced Lyo-Works OS touchscreen offers precise control, real-time monitoring, and extensive data logging.
- Durable stainless steel construction with powder-coated exterior ensures longevity and reliability.
- Safety features like moisture sensors and vacuum break valves protect samples and equipment.
Why Choose the FreeZone 18L -50°C Console Freeze Dryer with Stoppering Tray Dryer, PTFE Coil, Collector & Purge Valve?
Designed for laboratories requiring robust freeze drying with vacuum stoppering capability and corrosion resistance, the freeze dryer delivers high performance, durability, and precise process control for demanding applications.
