The Labconco FreeZone 8 Liter -50°C Benchtop Freeze Dryer with PTFE-coated collector coil is engineered for moderate sample loads, especially when processing corrosive compounds. Its compact footprint and advanced Lyo-Works OS touch screen provide precise, reliable freeze drying in labs where space is limited.
Product Features
- Upright PTFE-coated collector coil holds 8L of ice before defrosting; acrylic collector lid (3/4" thick) with neoprene gasket and 3" diameter port for drying accessories (sold separately)
- Compact benchtop design with small footprint saves valuable lab space
- 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
- Start–up mode (automatic/manual) for collector cool-down and vacuum pull-down
- Operating mode (standby/run), vacuum set point, alerts, diagnostics, defrost control, and accessory parameters
- Data logging displayed in table/chart format, exportable via USB or Ethernet
- Settings include language, time zone, temperature (°C/°F), and vacuum units (mBar, Torr, Pa)
- Programmable email alerts sent via Ethernet
- Maintenance alerts for vacuum pump oil change, refrigeration cleaning, total hours, and line voltage offset
- Level-specific security lock-out prevents unauthorized changes
- Hot gas defrost with auto shut off at +65°C
- Moisture sensor prevents start-up if moisture is detected in drain line
- Vacuum control valve maintains set vacuum level; vacuum break valve protects during power loss
- Automatic restart after short power outages (under ~5 minutes)
- Side-mounted USB port, rear-mounted Ethernet port, and quick-disconnect drain hose with lanyard
- Includes 18" of 1/4" ID silicone tubing with clamp; rear electrical receptacle for vacuum pump
- 3/4" OD vacuum connection with 50" of 3/4" ID vacuum hose and two clamps
Note: Vacuum pump, drying accessory, and freeze dry glassware (if not bulk freeze drying) are required but not included.
Required Accessories (Not Included)
- Vacuum pump with at least 98 L/min displacement and 0.002 mBar ultimate pressure
- Drying accessory
- Freeze dry glassware if not bulk freeze drying
Benefits
- Safe processing of corrosive compounds with PTFE-coated collector
- Space-saving benchtop design maximizes lab efficiency
- Advanced Lyo-Works OS for real-time monitoring and data export
- Programmable alerts and secure settings for process control and compliance
- Robust design supports routine use in demanding lab environments
Why Choose the FreeZone 8L -50°C Benchtop Freeze Dryer with PTFE Coil and Collector?
Compact yet powerful, the unit delivers reliable, precise freeze drying even with corrosive samples. Its advanced features, small footprint, and robust build make it ideal for research labs, quality control, and routine lyophilization tasks.
