A cell culture incubator is designed to maintain a constant temperature and high humidity for the growth of tissue culture cells under a CO2 atmosphere. Typical temperature settings range from 4C to 50C, and CO2 concentrations run from 0.3 to 19.9%. Non-corrosive stainless steel interiors are standard, but some newer models feature antimicrobial copper surfaces to prevent contamination. Auto decontamination using heat or UV light is another new and attractive feature available in CO2 incubators.
Temperature in a CO2 incubator is typically controlled either by a water bath that circulates through the walls of the cabinet (
water jacketed CO2 incubator), or by electric coils that give off radiant heat. Some units also include refrigeration for cooling. Relative humidity is maintained between 95% and 98% by an atomizer system or water reservoir. Features of cell culture incubators such as programmable controls with password protection, temperature alarms, CO2 alarms, and door opening alarms enhance convenience and security for the user.
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| Company | PHC Corporation of North America | PHC Corporation of North America | PHC Corporation of North America | PHC Corporation of North America | PHC Corporation of North America |
| Item | CytoGrow CO2 Incubator | Cell IQ™ Dry Heat Sterilization CO2 Incubator | Cell-IQ CO2 Incubators | Cell-IQ Stackable CO2 Incubator | Cell-IQ™ Stackable Multigas CO2/O2 Incubator |
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| Catalog Number | MCO-170ACL-PA | MCO-170AICUVDL-PA | MCO-230AICUVLG-PA / MCO-170AICUVL-PA / MCO-170AICUVHL-PA | MCO-50AICL-PA | MCO-50M-PA |
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| Temperature Range | Ambient temperature + 5 °C to 50 °C | [RT + 5 °C] to +50 °C | [RT +5 °C] to 50 °C | +5°C above ambient to +50°C | [RT + 5°C] to +50°C |
| Volume | 5.8 cu.ft. (165 L) | 5.8 cu.ft. | 5.8 cu.ft. or 8.1 cu.ft. (depending on model) | 1.8 cu.ft. (50 L) | 1.8 cu.ft. (50 L) |
| Interior Dimensions | (WxDxH) 19.3 x 20.6 x 26.2 in. (490 x 523 x 665 mm) | (WxDxH) 19.3 x 20.6 x 26.2 inches (or 490 x 523 x 665 mm) | varies with model | (WxDxH) 14.6 × 14.3 × 15.2 in. (370 × 363 × 385 mm) | (WxDxH) 14.6 x 14.3 x 15.2 in. (370 x 363 x 385 mm) |
| Exterior Dimensions | Inquire | (WxDxH) 24.4 x 29.7 x 35.6 inches (or 620 x 755 x 905 mm) | varies with model | (WxDxH) 18.9 × 21.7 × 23.0 in. (480 × 550 × 585 mm) | (WxDxH) 18.9 x 21.7 x 23.0 in. (480 x 550 x 585 mm) |
| CO2 Measurement | Thermal conductivity | Dual Beam Infrared (IR) Sensor | Dual Beam IR sensor | Dual IR | Dual IR |
| CO2 Range | 0% to 20% | 0 to 20% | 0% to 20% | Inquire | 0°C to 20°C |
| Description | The ideal CO2 incubator for research and clinical microbiology, offering a high performance solution for mainstream cell culture applications in the research and clinical environment where precise contamination and temperature control is critical.
Features:
- Passive Contamination Control with InCu-
The ideal CO2 incubator for research and clinical microbiology, offering a high performance solution for mainstream cell culture applications in the research and clinical environment where precise contamination and temperature control is critical.
Features:
- Passive Contamination Control with InCu-saFe® -
Designed with standard, passive contamination control throughout the chamber interior. The inCu-saFe surface combines the germicidal properties of elemental copper with the corrosion and discoloration resistance of stainless steel. -
SafeCell™ UV Protection -
The SafeCell UV lamp provides an added layer of contamination control. It eliminates contaminants introduced during door openings as they pass over the humidity reservoir surface without affecting the cell cultures. -
Integrated Microprocessor Control -
Control and monitoring are offered through a fully integrated microprocessor controller with independent organic LED displays for CO2 and temperature. The softkey button menu enables intuitive programming. Alarm notifications warn when functions deviate from setpoints. A USB data port permits download of logged performance and event information. -
CO2 Control -
The automatic CO2 control system delivers precise, reliable and repeatable CO2 control over a setpoint range of 0% to 20% and includes a CO2 sample port integrated into the inner glass door.
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Shelf Channel System -
This stackable incubator offers a removable shelf channel system which allows for easy cleaning, eliminating the need for troublesome shelf brackets and clips. Perforated shelves promote natural temperature and gas uniformity. -
Condensation Elimination -
The innovative Peltier powered dew stick located in the interior chamber draws condensation away from the inner door, outer door and inside inCu-saFe copper enriched stainless steel surfaces. The dew stick returns moisture to the humidity reservoir and arrests contamination before it can destroy cell cultures.
... Read More | This 5.8 cu.ft. Cell-IQ™ CO2 incubator provide optimal cultivation conditions with precise CO2 concentration, temperature and humidity while remaining easy to clean and operate. During cell culturing, the inCu-saFe® germicidal interior and SafeCell™ UV continuously protect against potential This 5.8 cu.ft. Cell-IQ™ CO2 incubator provide optimal cultivation conditions with precise CO2 concentration, temperature and humidity while remaining easy to clean and operate. During cell culturing, the inCu-saFe® germicidal interior and SafeCell™ UV continuously protect against potential contaminants. A unique dual heat system sterilizes the incubator interior.... Read More | The CellIQ® CO2 incubators with capacities of 5.8 and 8.1 cu.ft. incorporate a patented Direct Heat and Air Jacket conditioning system which provides for stable chamber temperature for the ultimate grow environment. inCuSafe® copper enriched stainless steel germicidal interior surfaces and SafeCell™The CellIQ® CO2 incubators with capacities of 5.8 and 8.1 cu.ft. incorporate a patented Direct Heat and Air Jacket conditioning system which provides for stable chamber temperature for the ultimate grow environment. inCuSafe® copper enriched stainless steel germicidal interior surfaces and SafeCell™ UV light inhibit contamination. Dual beam IR2 sensor eliminates calibration and assure CO2 accuracy. Microprocessor controller with touchscreen control panel delivers precise incubator control with exceptional ease of use.... Read More | PHCbi brand cell culture incubators are designed to ensure highly accurate, reproducible chamber conditions. The MCO-50AICL-PA provides a contamination-free environment while allowing precise CO2 or CO2/O2 control - essential for in vivo environment replication. The dual infrared CO2 sensor PHCbi brand cell culture incubators are designed to ensure highly accurate, reproducible chamber conditions. The MCO-50AICL-PA provides a contamination-free environment while allowing precise CO2 or CO2/O2 control - essential for in vivo environment replication. The dual infrared CO2 sensor continuously calibrates for control and accuracy and is unaffected by temperature or humidity changes. Dual sensors deliver real-time chamber CO2 density readings for optimal recovery after door openings, maintaining setpoint to within 0.15% or better.... Read More | The PHCbi brand Cell-IQ MCO-50M-PA stackable multigas incubator is engineered to precisely and accurately control CO2, O2 and temperature for optimal culturing conditions. This compact multigas incubator features multiple contamination controls including a state of the art in situ vaporized hydrogenThe PHCbi brand Cell-IQ MCO-50M-PA stackable multigas incubator is engineered to precisely and accurately control CO2, O2 and temperature for optimal culturing conditions. This compact multigas incubator features multiple contamination controls including a state of the art in situ vaporized hydrogen peroxide system
Featuring a space saving compact design, multiple Cell-IQ MCO-50M-PA laboratory incubators can be double or triple stacked for a range of applications that demand sample isolation, including stem cell research, in vitro fertilization and cell culture applications.
Features:
- Solid Zirconia Oxygen Sensor
- Precision Dual Infrared CO2 Sensor
- Advanced Touch Panel Controller
- InCu-saFe® Antimicrobial Cooper Enriched Stainless Steel Interior
- SafeCell™ Ultraviolet Light for background contamination control
- Vaporized Hydrogen Peroxide Decontamination System
- Condensation Management System
- Easy to Clean Integrated inCu-saFe Shelving System
- Compact and Stackable Incubators
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