FreeZone Triad

FreeZone Triad Benchtop Freeze Dryers are designed for multiple types of lyophilization: flask, bulk and stoppering vials. With the ability to freeze dry samples in so many different forms, the Triad’s versatility and compact design make it perfect for busy labs. The upright stainless steel collector coil holds 2.5 liters of ice before defrosting. Two 1/3 hp HCFC/CFC-free refrigeration compressors cool the collector to -85° C (-121° F), suitable for aqueous or dilute acetonitrile samples. Temperature-controlled shelves range from -55° C to +50° C (-67° F to +122° F) and a maximum of -75° C (-103° F) during pre-freezing. The shelves provide pneumatic stoppering with a diaphragm, eliminating the need for compressed gas. Lyo-Works™ OS provides a real time display of collector temperature and vacuum level, shown on a 5″ full color, capacitive touchscreen. A stoppering tray dryer and four valve ports are built-in. Vacuum pump and freeze dry glassware (if not bulk freeze drying) are required (not included). Features (All Models) Stainless steel collector coil capable of removing 1.84 L of water in 24 hours and holding 2.5 L of ice before defrosting Two 1/3 hp HCFC/CFC-free refrigeration compressors cool the collector to -85° C (-121° F) and work in concert with a 1000-watt heater to cool and heat fluid medium circulating through channels in the shelf. Not for use with samples containing methanol or ethanol Processing shelf, 12.4″ w x 14.5″ d (31.5 x 36.8 cm). Spacing between shelf and top of chamber accommodates containers with stoppers up to 148 mm maximum height One probe for monitoring temperature of sample in chamber Temperature ramp and hold programming from -55° C to +50° C (-67° F to +122° F) and -75° C (-103° F) during pre-freezing. Controls temperature to ±1° C of set point. Memory to store 30 programs with 16 segments each including number of steps, ramp rate, shelf temperature, hold time and vacuum level Full color, 5″ capacitive touchscreen with Lyo-Works™ OS: Real time display of collector temperature and vacuum level Creation and storage for up to 30 programs with up to 16 steps each. Ability to set ramp rate, shelf temperature, shelf temperature time and vacuum set point per step Manual start-up buttons for collector and shelf temperature control and vacuum pull down Alerts, diagnostic tests, user manual and defrost control Data logging stores and displays data in table or graph format, and may be exported via USB or Ethernet Settings include language (English, Spanish, French, German, or Italian), time, temperature (° C or ° F) and vacuum (mBar, Torr or Pa) Alerts can be emailed to user-entered addresses via Ethernet connection Vacuum pump maintenance alert Security lock-out Pneumatic stoppering mechanism with diaphragm and plate. No compressed gas is required Stoppering control knob, vacuum release control knob and 1/8″ OD user-supplied sterile/inert gas backfill port Four left side-mounted neoprene valves with molded plastic knobs and fittings that accommodate 1/2″ and 3/4″ flask adapters USB port and Ethernet connection Electrical receptacle for vacuum pump Hot gas defrost with stainless steel drain pan, silicone drain hose and auto shut off at +60° C (+140° F) Vacuum control valve Vacuum break valve Stainless steel and powder-coated steel exterior Clear acrylic door, 1″ thick, with silicon gasket and latch 3/4″ OD vacuum connection. 36″ long, 3/4″ ID vacuum hose with two clamps Options Include Region-specific electrical plug configurations Required Accessories (Not Included) Vacuum pump with a displacement of at least 98 L/min, 0.002 mBar ultimate pressure and fitting for 3/4″ ID vacuum hose Freeze dry glassware if not bulk freeze drying