- Compact and Efficient: Available in 30L and 50L capacities, designed to consume less space and energy with quick recovery times.
- Advanced Environmental Control: Water-jacketed chamber ensures over 98% humidity without condensation, maintaining consistent osmolarity and reducing media evaporation.
- Sensor Options: IR CO2 sensors, with an optional galvanic battery O2 sensor for low-oxygen conditions.
- Optional Sub-Divided Inner Doors: Available in acrylic or stainless-steel framed glass for improved temperature recovery and gas efficiency.
- Stackable and Mobile: Designed to be stackable with a space-saving cart option, optimizing lab space usage.
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ASTEC’s Penguin Series incubators are water-jacketed incubators which are designed to offer superior stability and precision in cell culturing. A water-jacketed chamber provides consistent temperature control by using a surrounding layer of water, which acts as a buffer against fluctuations and external temperature changes. This method ensures uniform heat distribution throughout the chamber, significantly reducing the risk of condensation and maintaining over 98% humidity without compromising the culture media's osmolarity. This series is available in 30-liter and 50-liter capacities, with infrared (IR) CO2 sensors. An additional galvanic battery O2 sensor for low-oxygen environments is also available. A compact design ensures the incubator occupies minimal space and consumes minimal energy while providing rapid gas and temperature recovery, especially with optional sub-divided inner doors made of either acrylic or stainless-steel framed glass. The Penguin AQ series also includes Grade A stainless steel shelves and trays, an access port, and stackable options to maximize lab space. Additional optional features include a space-saving cart and interior chamber air filters for optimal air quality. Sound design fundamentals and a variety of options to suit particular needs make the Penguin AQ series a reliable and efficient solution for diverse cell culture applications. -
The ASTEC SMA-30DRS Direct Heat Incubator is the world's smallest dry heat sterilization incubator, designed to deliver reliable performance in a compact form factor. Despite their small size, these incubators are engineered to handle both basic and advanced research applications, making them ideal for labs with limited space and stringent quality requirements. The SMA-30DRS is part of a series available in 30, 80, and 165-liter models, all of which are stackable to maximize lab space. Equipped with advanced features, the SMA-30DRS offers infrared (IR) CO2 sensors, O2 control, and the option for dry heat sterilization. The incubator's direct heat system ensures uniform temperature distribution, reducing the risk of contamination due to condensation. Additional features include a HEPA filter within the chamber, an external sample port for gas testing, and access ports for running equipment like shakers or mixers inside the chamber. The incubator’s inner chamber is designed with rounded corners for easy cleaning, and it is available with either a full glass inner door or an optional stainless steel multi-level door. ASTEC’s commitment to energy efficiency and low consumption makes the SMA-30DRS suitable for sensitive applications, including regenerative medicine. The unit also supports external alarm and monitoring systems, to ensure dependable operation in demanding lab environments.- Compact and Space-Saving: Available in 30, 80, and 165-liter models, all stackable to maximize lab space, ideal for laboratories with limited room.
- Advanced Sensor Options: Equipped with infrared (IR) CO2 sensors and O2 control for precise environmental monitoring.
- Dry Heat Sterilization: Incorporates a dry heat sterilization option to maintain a clean and contamination-free environment.
- Energy Efficient: Designed for low energy consumption, suitable for sensitive applications like regenerative medicine where precise temperature and gas stability are critical.
- User-Friendly Design: Features include a HEPA filter, rounded chamber corners for easy cleaning, and an external sample port for testing gas levels without opening the chamber.
- Versatile Door Options: Choose between a full glass inner door or a stainless steel multi-level door, both designed for easy access and monitoring.
- External Monitoring: Supports external alarm and running condition monitoring systems.