The Heracell™ VIOS series has been designed for sensitive cultures like stem and primary cells in leading research, pharmaceutical and clinical applications. The units are available with either electropolished stainless steel or 100% pure copper interiors, have adjustable, perforated shelving, easy to clean corners with convenient access port and a reversible exterior door for added flexibility. The precise, variable speed fan with auto-stop function stops fan operation during door openings to minimise air exchange. Once the door is closed, the fan temporarily accelerates for quick recovery. Probes and gas sensors are positioned in the chamber to respond quickly to any deviations in set conditions. Dual temperature probes with a PID controller provide over temperature protection by preventing overshoot during recovery; temperatures recover under 5 minutes after a 30 second door opening. There is a choice of CO2 sensor technology: The temperature resistant, bulb-free IR180Si infrared CO2 sensor replaces the traditional incandescent IR light source with silicon MEMS emitter technology that improves stability and reliable service life. This sensor is ideal for labs looking for the best of both technologies for advanced, high volume, or value culturing. CO2 measurement is not affected by changes in temperature, humidity, oxygen, or barometric pressure. Alternatively the TC180 sensor offers the performance advantages of traditional IR technologies without the limiting lifespan of a standard incandescent bulb. This sensor is ideal for everyday cell culture applications giving improved stability with internal humidity compensation minimising drift between calibrations. Many cell types thrive best in CO2 incubators with reduced oxygen. Culturing cells at lower oxygen concentration will better simulate physiological conditions, resulting in cell behaviours that are more predictive of the in vivo environment. The variable oxygen control ( “tri-gas”) incubators are equipped with advanced Zirconium oxide sensors , these units generate conditions to help cells grow faster and healthier. Users can select the incubator for their O2 range: simulate hypoxic (1-21%) environments for primary cell, stem cell and embryo culturing applications, or hyperoxic (5-90%) conditions for research in lung, retina and other sensitive tissues.
- THRIVE active airflow maintains homogeneous conditions avoiding unwanted sample variation with fast recovery times of 10 min or less after door opening
- iCAN intuitive touch screen, displays all operating parameters & functions - data/error logging, on-screen operational prompts and language of choice (English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Chinese and Japanese)
- Condensation free chamber, the integral covered humidity reservoir maximises RH without condensation, ensuring a dry inner chamber and preventing a breeding ground for contaminants
- Overnight high temp cycle, Steri-Run, validated to reach sterilising temperature (180 °C) on all surfaces to achieve 6-log reduction
- In-chamber HEPA filter provides ISO Class 5 clean room like air purity in 5 minutes by filtering the chamber every 60 seconds from door opening
- Optional O2 control for optimisation of mammalian cell growth
Probes and gas sensors are positioned in the chamber to respond quickly to any deviations in set conditions. Dual temperature probes with a PID controller provide over temperature protection by preventing overshoot during recovery; temperatures recover under 5 minutes after a 30 second door opening. There is a choice of CO₂ sensor technology: The temperature resistant, bulb-free IR180Si infrared CO₂ sensor improves stability and reliable service life. This sensor is ideal for laboratories looking for the best of both technologies for advanced, high volume, or value culturing. CO₂ measurement is not affected by changes in temperature, humidity, oxygen, or barometric pressure.
Alternatively the TC180 sensor is ideal for everyday cell culture applications giving improved stability with internal humidity compensation to speed up recovery times and minimise drift between calibrations. Many cell types thrive best in CO₂ incubators with reduced oxygen. Culturing cells at lower oxygen concentration will better simulate physiological conditions, resulting in cell behaviours that are more predictive of the in vivo environment.
The variable oxygen control ('tri-gas') incubators are equipped with advanced Zirconium oxide sensors, these units generate conditions to help cells grow faster and healthier. Users can select the incubator for their O₂ range: simulate hypoxic (1 to 21%) environments for primary cell, stem cell and embryo culturing applications, or hyperoxic (5 to 90%) conditions for research in lung, retina and other sensitive tissues.
Certifications: CE, CSA.
Informations sur les accessoires: Dedicated incubators with modified chambers can be customised with Cell Lockers, these removeable, protected chambers have been designed for improved culturing efficiency and security for sensitive cultures, such as stem and primary cells, in frequently opened or shared use incubators. All components for the Cell Locker System must be ordered separately.
Informations de livraison: Supplied with perforated stainless steel shelves and a data collection software disc to facilitate data capture from the units USB port (Ø 42 mm). A wide range of accessories and factory fitted options such as 4 to 20 mA signal output for interfacing with external data collection systems, left hinge door, internal gas guard for CO₂ or N₂/O₂ and 3 door inner gas tight screen are available on request. Please contact Avantor for further details prior to ordering as these cannot be retro-fitted.
