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Freeze Dryer Lyophilizer

Overview

The 6L Labconco FreeZone® Freeze Dryer System is designed for laboratory lyophilization procedures, whereby water is removed from frozen material through sublimation.

The unit operates at -50°C and <0.12 mbar and is suitable for removal of water. The drying chamber attachment is equipped with 16-ports, designed for the attachment of Labconco Fast-Freeze® borosilicate glass flasks. Flask sizes include 900 mL, 600 mL and 300 mL.

 

Instrument
Uses

  • Dehydration
  • Lyophilization or freeze drying
  • Sample preservation

Sample
Requirements

  • Only pre-frozen aqueous samples, with a suitable eutectic temperature
  • Samples must be compatible with flask attachments

System
Requirements

  • Only suitable for removal of water