The freezer reach-in chambers provide a wide range of features and capabilities and outstanding volumetric temperature uniformity. Although they are adaptable enough to function at higher temperatures when necessary, they are made to keep materials at temperatures as low as –25 °C.
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The freezer reach-ins have an automatic defrost cycle to reduce frost accumulation. An optional dehumidification system that can assist in keeping them completely frost-free for added protection is also available.
Numerous storage applications across multiple industries can benefit from the freezer reach-ins, including:
- Accelerated stability assessment programs
- Chromatography and analytical separations
- Media, chemical, and reagent holding
- Frozen temperature stability and shelf-life studies
- Biomedical, vaccine, and sample storage
- Package studies
- Extended range testing
- Drug research
Versatile freezer chamber design
There are seven standard versions in the reach-in freezer product line. To assist customers in meeting their most demanding applications, specific storage needs, and particular circumstances, Environmental Specialties provides a wide range of adaptations and design elements.
Capabilities
- Uniformity of volumetric temperature (horizontal and vertical)
- Maintain temperatures between –25 °C and +10 °C
- Temperature control accuracy of +/–1 °C or less
- Adherence to the Q1A guidelines set out by the International Council for Harmonization (ICH)
Construction and features
- Heavy-duty door hinges, full peripheral magnetic door gaskets, and positive-action latch with lock for a secure, uniform seal
- Shelving supports up to 130 pounds of distributed load
- Floor models have separate non-marking casters and adjustable leveling feet for easy installation
- 22-gauge, stainless-steel interior
- Scratch-resistant enamel exterior
- Three-inch, closed-cell urethane insulation to promote superior temperature stability and minimal heat transfer
Special options
- Dehumidification system for a frost-free atmosphere
- External stainless-steel construction
- Trimming for in-wall installation
Model specs and sizes
Benchtop
- Volume: 12.0 cubic feet (340 liters)
- Shelves: 2 standard/7 max
- Exterior Dimensions: 41 x 34.5 x 52.5 inches
- Weight Range: 350 to 600 pounds
- Four-wire Electrical Volts / Ø / Amps: 208-230 / 1 / 30
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Compact
- Volume: 25.2 cubic feet (714 liters)
- Shelves: 4 standard/14 max
- Exterior Dimensions: 41 x 34.5 x 76.5 inches
- Weight Range: 425 to 750 pounds
- Four-wire Electrical Volts / Ø / Amps: 208-230 / 1 / 30
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Upright
- Volume: 33.8 cubic feet (957 liters)
- Shelves: 4 standard/19 max
- Exterior Dimensions: 41 x 34.5 x 91.5 inches
- Weight Range: 450 to 775 pounds
- Four-wire Electrical Volts / Ø / Amps: 208-230 / 1 / 30
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Compact doublewide
- Volume: 55.0 cubic feet (1,557 liters)
- Shelves: 8 standard/28 max
- Exterior Dimensions: 82 x 34.5 x 76.5 inches
- Four-wire Electrical Volts / Ø / Amps: 208-230 / 1 / 30
- Weight Range: 1020 to 1200 pounds
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Upright doublewide
- Volume: 74.2 cubic feet (2,101 liters)
- Shelves: 8 standard/38 max
- Exterior Dimensions: 82 x 34.5 x 91.5 inches
- Four-wire Electrical Volts / Ø / Amps: 208-230 / 1 / 30
- Weight Range: 1020 to 1200 pounds
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Compact triplewide
- Volume: 86.0 cubic feet (2,435 liters)
- Shelves: 12 standard/57 max
- Exterior Dimensions: 123 x 34.5 x 76.5 inches
- Four-wire Electrical Volts / Ø / Amps: 208-230 / 1 / 30
- Weight Range: 1420 to 1600 pounds
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Upright triplewide
- Volume: 114.8 cubic feet (3251 liters)
- Shelves: 12 standard/57 max
- Exterior Dimensions: 123 x 34.5 x 91.5 inches
- Four-wire Electrical Volts / Ø / Amps: 208-230 / 1 / 30
- Weight Range: 1420 to 1600 pounds
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