The Labconco FreeZone 2.5L -50° C Benchtop Freeze Dryer with PTFE coil and collector is purpose-built for lyophilizing light sample loads, while offering superior resistance when working with corrosive compounds. This compact, space-saving design fits seamlessly into crowded labs, featuring a robust refrigeration system cooling the collector to -50° C. The intuitive Lyo-Works OS, displayed on a 5" full-color capacitive touch screen, gives real-time monitoring of critical parameters and advanced control features, making it an essential freeze dryer for modern laboratories.
Product Features
- Upright stainless steel collector coil holds 2.5L of ice before defrosting
- PTFE-coated collector option for handling corrosive compounds
- Acrylic collector lid with neoprene gasket and 3" port for accessories
- Compact benchtop footprint saves valuable lab space
- 5" full-color capacitive touch screen with Lyo-Works OS
- Real-time display of collector temperature, vacuum level & optional End-Zone detection
- Start–up mode (automatic/manual) and operating modes (standby/run)
- Vacuum set point, alerts, diagnostic tests, defrost control, accessory parameters
- Data logging exportable via USB or Ethernet
- Programmable email alerts through Ethernet
- Display customization: brightness, touch sounds, screen timeout
- Maintenance alerts: pump oil change, refrigeration cleaning, operating hours & voltage offset
- Level-specific security lock-out prevents unauthorized changes
- Hot gas defrost with auto shut-off at +60° C
- Moisture sensor prevents unsafe start-up
- Vacuum control valve maintains set vacuum level
- Vacuum break valve ensures safe venting during power loss
- Automatic restart after brief outages; safe lockout if collector warms excessively
- Side-mounted USB port, rear-mounted Ethernet connection
- Quick-disconnect drain hose with lanyard and included silicone tubing & clamp
- Rear electrical receptacle for vacuum pump connection & 3-wire power cord
- 3/4" OD vacuum connection, 50" of 3/4" ID vacuum hose and clamps
Note: Vacuum pump, drying accessory, and freeze dry glassware (if not bulk freeze drying) are required and not included.
Options
- PTFE-coated collector coil and chamber for processing corrosive compounds
Required Accessories (Not Included)
- Vacuum pump with at least 98 L/min displacement, 0.002 mBar ultimate pressure, and fitting for 3/4" ID vacuum hose
- Drying accessory
- Freeze dry glassware if not bulk freeze drying
Benefits
- PTFE coating provides chemical resistance for more demanding applications
- Compact benchtop design maximizes workspace efficiency
- Real-time monitoring and data logging improve process control
- Programmable alerts and lock-out features enhance safety and reliability
- Energy-efficient refrigeration with reliable -50° C collector temperature
Why Choose the Labconco FreeZone 2.5L Benchtop Freeze Dryer with PTFE Coil and Collector?
Engineered for versatility and durability, the freeze dryer with PTFE coil and collector is ideal for labs needing compact design with advanced control and chemical resistance. Its smart interface, customizable alerts, and robust safety features make it the perfect solution for research, diagnostics, and QA/QC applications involving aqueous and corrosive samples alike.
