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 | NuAire | NuAire | NuAire | NuAire | NuAire |
| Item | In-VitroCell ES Humidity Control CO2 Incubators | In-VitroCell CO2 Incubators | In-VitroCell ES Direct Heat CO2 Incubator with Dual Sterilization Cycles | In-VitroCell ES Dual Sterilization CO2 Incubators | In-VitroCell ES NU-8600 Water Jacketed CO2 Incubator |
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| Catalog Number | NU-5820 | CO2 Incubator | NU-5710 | NU-5810 | NU-8600 |
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| Temperature Range | 5°C to 55°C | 5 °C to 55°C
145 °C (Dry) or 95 °C (Humidified) Sterilization Cycles | 5°C to 55°C | 5C to 55C | 5°C to 55°C |
| Volume | 7 ft³ or 200 L | 188 or 200 L | 5 ft³ or 160 L | 7.06 Ft3 or 200 L | 160 L (5.7 cu. ft.) |
| Interior Dimensions | (W×D×H) 21 x 20 x 28 ½ in (540 x 509 x 724 mm) | Varies with model | (WxDxH) 20.25 x 20.678 x 24 in (514 x 525 x 610 mm) | (WxDxH) 21 x 20 x 28.5 in | Inquire |
| Exterior Dimensions | (W×D×H) 26½ x 27 x 40 in (673 x 691 x 1008 mm) | Varies with model | (WxDxH) 25.5 x 27.5 x 36.188 in (648 x 699 x 894 mm) | (WxDxH) 26.5 x 27 x 40 in | Inquire |
| CO2 Measurement | Dual Wave IR | Dual Wave IR | Dual Wave IR | Dual Wave IR | Dual Wave IR |
| CO2 Range | 0.1 to 20% (0.0 Set Point Idles System) | 0% to 20% | 0.1 to 20% (0.0 Set Point Idles System) | 0.1 to 20% (0.0 set point idles system) | 0.1 to 20%, 5% default set point |
| Description | The NuAire NU-5820 In-VitroCell ES (Energy Saver) Direct Heat CO2 Incubator is designed to provide a reliable, controlled in-vitro environment suitable for growing tissue cell cultures as well as storing and preserving embryos, gametes and animal tissue cell cultures. This unit features a dual The NuAire NU-5820 In-VitroCell ES (Energy Saver) Direct Heat CO2 Incubator is designed to provide a reliable, controlled in-vitro environment suitable for growing tissue cell cultures as well as storing and preserving embryos, gametes and animal tissue cell cultures. This unit features a dual sterilizing system with a 95°C humidified decontamination cycle and a 145°C dry sterilizing cycle, a microprocessor-based dual wave infrared (IR) sensor for controlling the CO2 levels and a relative humidity (RH) control for those cells that prone to desiccation. We offer a number of optional features including CuVerro® antimicrobial copper surfacing for killing bacteria within the chamber.
Features - NuTouch Electronic Control System
- 100% Stainless Steel Coved Interior Chamber
- Dual Temperature Sensor Probes
- Infrared (IR) CO2 Sensor
- Dual Sterilziation Cycles (NU-5810, 5820, 5830, 5840)
- Humidity Control System (NU-5820, 5840)
- O2 Control System (NU-5830, 5840)
- Four (4) Stainless Steel Shelves
- Eight (8) Stainless Steel Shelf Guides
- Four (4) Wall Brackets
- Field Reversible Outter Door
- Remote Alarm Output Contacts
- 4 to 20 mA Analog Output RS-485 Communication USB Port
- CO2 Sample Port
- Adjustable Leg Levelers
- Access Port and Plug with Breather Holes
- One (1) Water Pan
- One (1) 6.5 ft. / 2 m Electrical Cord
... Read More | NuAire Laboratory CO2 Incubators deliver a higher level of performance for a dependable and reliable controlled in-vitro environment for optimum tissue cell culture growth. The chamber also provides an environment for the storage and preservation of gametes and animal tissue cell cultures at near NuAire Laboratory CO2 Incubators deliver a higher level of performance for a dependable and reliable controlled in-vitro environment for optimum tissue cell culture growth. The chamber also provides an environment for the storage and preservation of gametes and animal tissue cell cultures at near body temperature. Advanced gas control systems create precise environmental conditions for your protocols requiring hypoxic conditions.
Choose a Direct Heat or Water Jacketed model for a dependable contamination free growth environment.
NuAire Direct Heat (Air Jacketed) CO2Incubators provide a stable in-vivo growth model with heating elements located on all 6 sides of the chamber. High density R5 insulation stabilizes the interior chamber temperature requiring less energy to maintain. Unique features such as dual sterilization cycle, humidity and hypoxia control ensure your research needs are met.
NuAire Water Jacket Microbiological CO2 Incubators provide a stable in-vitro growth environment by heating chamber walls utilizing water. Water circulates within the jacket walls producing a temperature uniformity of ±0.2°C. The larger the mass, the less susceptible the environment within the chamber is to environment fluctuations outside. It also adds cabinet stability for the growth of vibration sensitive cells.... Read More | The NuAire NU-5710 is a CO2 incubator that utilizes heating elements that surround the growth chamber on five sides. An independent door heater helps maintain temperature uniformity and reduce condensation. This direct heat model offers optimal cell growth conditions by producing humidity levels up The NuAire NU-5710 is a CO2 incubator that utilizes heating elements that surround the growth chamber on five sides. An independent door heater helps maintain temperature uniformity and reduce condensation. This direct heat model offers optimal cell growth conditions by producing humidity levels up to 95% and precisely controlling CO2 gas and temperature levels while minimizing potential contamination.... Read More | NuAire’s In-VitroCell ES (Energy Saver) NU-5810 Direct Heat (Air Jacketed) Microbiological CO2 Incubator features a 145°C dry sterilization cycle and 95°C humidified decontamination cycle as an added defensive against incubator contamination providing an optimal controlled environment for cell NuAire’s In-VitroCell ES (Energy Saver) NU-5810 Direct Heat (Air Jacketed) Microbiological CO2 Incubator features a 145°C dry sterilization cycle and 95°C humidified decontamination cycle as an added defensive against incubator contamination providing an optimal controlled environment for cell growth. In-VitroCell ES CO2 Incubators provide a stable in-vivo growth model with heating elements located on all 6 sides of the chamber. High density R5 insulation stabilizes the interior chamber temperature requiring less energy to maintain. Unique features such as dual sterilization cycle, humidity and hypoxia control ensure your research needs are met.The basic functionality to promote tissue cell growth by controlling Temperature and CO2 gas levels in the growth chamber. A relative humidity of 90% is produce through convention by a water pan. The Closed Loop HEPA Filtration System creates ISO Class 5 Clean-room like conditions to minimize potential contamination entering the growth chamber.
Features - NuTouch Intelligent Interface
- Constant Contamination Control (C3)
- Closed Loop HEPA Filtration
- ISO Class 5 Cleanroom Conditions
- Single Beam, Dual Wave Infrared (IR) Sensor
- Temperature Uniformity
- Incubator Humidity
- Advanced Construction
- Minimal Vibration Promotes Cell Growth
- Smaller Footprint with More Useable Space
- CuVerro® Antimicrobial Copper Surfaces
... Read More | In-VitroCell CO2 model NU-8600 uses a jacket of water that surrounds the growth chamber to maintain setpoint temperature consistently. Carbon dioxide gas is monitored through an IR (infrared) sensor. Temperature is monitored through the use of two temperature probes. The NuTouch electronic In-VitroCell CO2 model NU-8600 uses a jacket of water that surrounds the growth chamber to maintain setpoint temperature consistently. Carbon dioxide gas is monitored through an IR (infrared) sensor. Temperature is monitored through the use of two temperature probes. The NuTouch electronic touchscreen control system automatically makes adjustments to the growth chamber to achieve optimal growth conditions.... Read More |
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