- Is the -50 C collector cold enough for my samples?
- It works well for aqueous samples with eutectic points above about -40 C. Solvent-heavy or low-eutectic formulations need a -85 C or colder unit.
- How much water can it remove per day?
- Labconco rates it at about 4 liters of water in 24 hours, so plan batch sizes around that drying rate.
- Does it come with a drying chamber?
- The listed package includes the non-coated stainless steel collector. Chambers, manifolds and flasks are typically ordered separately, so confirm the configuration before buying.
- What power does it need?
- It runs on 115 V with a 3/4 hp compressor, so a dedicated circuit is advisable.
- How do I clean it between runs?
- The automatic hot gas defrost at +60 C warms the collector to speed ice removal, then the stainless collector can be wiped down.
- Can I move it between benches?
- It is a benchtop unit but weighs 58.5 kg. Plan a permanent spot rather than frequent moves.
- Where is the Labconco FreeZone 8L -50C Benchtop Freeze Dryer cheapest?
- At Laboratory-Equipment.com, for $12,729.00, 28% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the Labconco FreeZone 8L -50C Benchtop Freeze Dryer?
- 10 stores we checked sell it, including Laboratory-Equipment.com, Marshall Scientific, LabRepCo, EAD Scientific, Grayline Medical.