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 | Eppendorf North America | Eppendorf North America |
| Item | Galaxy® 48R Direct Heat CO2 Incubator with Advanced LCD Controller | New Brunswick™ S41i CO2 Incubator Shakers |
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| Catalog Number | 48 R | S41I-120-0100 / S41I230011 |
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| Temperature Range | [RT + 4 °C] to 50 °C | 4 °C above ambient to 50 °C |
| Volume | 48 L (1.7 cft.) | Inquire |
| Interior Dimensions | (WxDxH) 401 x 308 x 401 mm | (WxDxH) 69.1 x 44.4 x 53.3 cm |
| Exterior Dimensions | (WxDxH) 484 x 475 x 648 mm | (WxDxH) 83.4 x 73 x 84.8 cm |
| CO2 Measurement | IR | IR |
| CO2 Range | 0.2 to 20 % | 0.2 to 20% |
| Description | Since their introduction over twenty years ago, Galaxy CO2 incubators have become a mainstay in cell culture labs all over the world. They set the standard for quality and innovation, and are designed to meet real world needs. They were first to use a fan-less design, direct heating technology and a Since their introduction over twenty years ago, Galaxy CO2 incubators have become a mainstay in cell culture labs all over the world. They set the standard for quality and innovation, and are designed to meet real world needs. They were first to use a fan-less design, direct heating technology and a seamless chamber. Time and again features like these have helped to improve lab processes and cell culture results. With extra options such as O2 control, the 48 L capacity Galaxy 48 R is ideal for traditional and nontraditional applications, including cGMP work, cancer research, stem cell research and more. The perfect CO2 incubation environmentAt the heart of all Galaxy CO2 incubators is a six-sided direct-heating profile. Gentle convection circulation of the chamber atmosphere maintains stable temperatures and CO2 control throughout the chamber. Unlike traditional forced-air culture systems, this design protects against wide fluctuations in temperature and CO2 that stress cells. No fan is required, which eliminates a classic source of contamination, disturbing vibrations, and costly HEPA filters. Direct-heating technology combined with the following additional features provide the perfect CO2 incubation environment.
IR sensor: Provides specific measurement and accurate control of CO2 levels, unlike traditional TC sensors that are sensitive to chamber humidity and temperature fluctuations
Advanced PI control: Maintains temperature accuracy and uniformity while minimizing costly gas consumption
Tightly sealed inner glass door and viewing window: Samples can be viewed during cell culturing without compromising the sample or environment. Since the chamber remains closed when samples are viewed, temperature uniformity is maintained and costly CO2 and N2 consumption is reduced. Optional 2-split inner door is available.... Read More | Experimental flexibility. Eppendorf’s S41i CO2 incubator-shaker is the best of both worlds: a highly innovative shaker and the functionality of a CO2 incubator allowing static incubation at the same time as shaking. Fanless design and High Temperature Disinfection (HTD) protects against Experimental flexibility. Eppendorf’s S41i CO2 incubator-shaker is the best of both worlds: a highly innovative shaker and the functionality of a CO2 incubator allowing static incubation at the same time as shaking. Fanless design and High Temperature Disinfection (HTD) protects against contamination. Sealed doors maintain temperature accuracy and uniformity while minimizing gas consumption. InfraRed CO2 sensor offers accurate control of CO2 levels. The result: high cell yields and viability, less contamination.... Read More |
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