BINDER KBF-S ECO 400 constant climate chamber

BINDER KBF-S ECO 400 constant climate chamber

The KBF-S ECO 400 is a state-of-the-art constant climate chamber for demanding stability and climate tests in laboratories and research facilities. Thanks to the innovative Peltier technology with patented heat dissipation, it is extremely energy-efficient and produces a low noise level. Compared to other solutions on the market, this model is characterised by standard-compliant adherence to strict ICH Q1A guidelines, high reliability and sophisticated APT.line preheating chamber technology. Anyone looking for a flexible and extensively customisable climate chamber will find an optimal solution here, which is recommended for its wide temperature range, precise humidity control and outstanding performance data.

Performance characteristics and special features

This climate chamber has been specially designed for carrying out precise and long-lasting tests. Particularly noteworthy is the Peltier technology, which achieves a very respectable energy consumption of just 60 Wh/h (at 25 °C and 60 % RH) or 70 Wh/h (at 40 °C and 75 % RH). The resulting high cost-effectiveness relieves the budget and reduces the ecological footprint at the same time. Further advantages include:

- Temperature range from 0 °C to +70 °C (max. 26 °C below ambient temperature)
- Humidity range from 10 % r.h. to 80 % r.h.
- High uniformity thanks to APT.line preheating chamber technology
- LCD display for temperature, humidity, additional information and alarms
- Integrated data logger with export function via USB
- Peltier modules with patented heat dissipation for quiet operation

The stainless steel interior (400 litre volume) is extremely robust and corrosion-resistant, which is particularly advantageous in demanding laboratory environments. In addition, two sturdy slide-in grids are already included in the scope of delivery and can be extended to up to 15 shelves if required. This allows the device to be adapted to different test or storage requirements, with a maximum total load of 120 kg.

Compatibility with external control and monitoring systems is simplified by the Ethernet interface and the option to supply water via canisters. This increases flexibility in everyday laboratory work and prevents unnecessary downtime due to a complex water supply infrastructure.

For precise and validated tests, the device fulfils the guidelines and standards required in many industries. In particular, pharmaceutical stability tests are subject to the ICH Q1A guideline, compliance with which is ensured with this cabinet. The model also complies with current safety and quality standards and is CE labelled. The solid construction and self-test mode ensure smooth, fail-safe operation.

In laboratories in the pharmaceutical industry, climate chambers like this one are often used for stability tests on active ingredients and end products. In addition to pharmaceutical samples, cosmetics or chemical products can also be stored in constant climate conditions over longer periods of time in order to test their shelf life and effectiveness. Further examples:

1. Long-term testing of pharmaceutical products in accordance with the ICH Q1A guideline
2. Stability tests for cosmetic products based on emulsions or sensitive active ingredients
3. Quality controls in chemistry laboratories for polymer products or adhesives
4. Material tests in research facilities, for example for coatings or plastics

Thanks to the wide temperature and humidity range, these versatile climate chambers are also suitable for comparative tests of different formulations, durability studies and process optimisation in industrial production.

FAQs

How do I ensure a continuous water supply?

The device has an independent water tank that is supplied via a canister. An alarm and monitoring system signals when the water supply needs to be topped up. This ensures a constant moisture content without the need for complex low-pressure or fixed water connections.

Peltier elements are very energy-efficient and cause little operating noise. In addition, their patented heat dissipation guarantees a fast response time for both cooling and heating, enabling a constant temperature to be maintained throughout the interior.

How does the data logger work?

An internal data logger is integrated into the device, which records temperature and humidity data. These can be read out in an open format via the USB interface so that raw data can be imported directly into common evaluation programmes and processed further.

What maximum load can the device handle?

The standard equipment includes two stainless steel shelves, each with a load capacity of up to 30 kg. The total capacity of 120 kg ensures that even large-volume test samples or multiple sample batches can be analysed in parallel.

How quickly does the temperature and humidity return when the door is opened?

At 25 °C and 60 % RH, the recovery time after opening for 30 seconds is around six minutes. At 40 °C and 75 % RH, the appliance needs around 15 minutes to reach the set values again.

This climate chamber impresses with its low operating costs, high flexibility and consistently precise measurements. With its quiet running behaviour, robust interior and the ability to easily document test data, the KBF-S ECO 400 is designed in every respect for demanding stability studies and long-term investigations. Anyone who needs customisable yet reliable technology will benefit from the powerful performance and user-friendly operation. This makes daily laboratory work more effective and delivers valid test results for a wide range of industry requirements.