The Labconco FreeZone 6L -84°C Console Freeze Dryer with Stoppering Tray Dryer and PTFE-coated collector coil is designed for lyophilizing moderate to large loads and securely stoppering vials or serum bottles under vacuum. Ideal for laboratories processing corrosive compounds, it combines robust refrigeration, stoppering capability, and advanced touch screen control.
Product Features
- Upright PTFE-coated collector coil capable of holding 6L 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
- FreeZone Stoppering Tray Dryer featuring three 16.5" x 12" processing shelves; 1hp HCFC/CFC-free refrigeration system and 1000W electric heater for circulating fluid medium
- 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 in table or chart format, exportable via USB or Ethernet
- Settings: language, time, time zone, temperature units (°C/°F), vacuum units (mBar, Torr, Pa)
- Alerts programmable via Ethernet to user email addresses
- Display settings for brightness, touch sounds (on/off), and screen time out
- Maintenance alerts: vacuum pump oil change, refrigeration cleaning, total hours, voltage offset
- Level-specific security lock-out to protect programs and settings
- Hot gas defrost with auto shut off at +60°C
- On/standby switch
- Moisture sensor prevents refrigeration or vacuum start-up if moisture detected in drain line
- Vacuum control valve maintains vacuum set point
- Vacuum break valve restarts system after short power outages (~<5 min); longer outages safely stop system
- Side-mounted USB port and rear-mounted Ethernet connection
- Front quick-disconnect drain hose fitting; side-mounted lanyard with hose connector; includes 18" of 1/4" ID silicone tubing and clamp
- Internal electrical receptacle for vacuum pump; 3-wire electrical cord with plug
- 3/4" OD vacuum connection; includes 36" of 3/4" ID vacuum hose and two clamps
Note: Vacuum pump and freeze dry glassware (if not bulk freeze drying) are required but not included.
Options Include:
- Purge valve for isolating the vacuum pump from the freeze dryer
Required Accessories (Not Included)
- Vacuum pump with minimum displacement of 163L/min, ultimate pressure 0.002mBar, and fitting for 3/4" ID vacuum hose
- Freeze dry glassware if not bulk freeze drying
Benefits
- Integrated stoppering tray dryer for secure vial sealing under vacuum
- PTFE-coated collector coil withstands corrosive solvents and harsh compounds
- -84 °C collector supports low eutectic point samples like acetonitrile
- Advanced Lyo-Works OS touchscreen with data logging and programmable alerts
- Designed for efficient bulk or manifold freeze drying applications
Why Choose the FreeZone 6L -84°C Console Freeze Dryer with Stoppering Tray Dryer & PTFE Coil and Collector?
Preferred in research and pharmaceutical labs worldwide, the unit delivers stoppering capability, excellent chemical resistance, and robust low-temperature performance—all in a space-efficient, durable design.
