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UltraChill 2 Cu Ft -86°C Upright Ultra-Low Freezer - Digital Display - UL Listed -80°C ULT

SKU UCF-2-86-UL

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UltraChill 2 Cu Ft -86°C Upright Ultra-Low Freezer - Digital Display - UL Listed -80°C ULT

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$4,899.00

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Upright −86 °C ULT freezer, 58 L (2.0 cu ft) in a 25 × 30 × 48 in cabinet. −40 to −86 °C auto-cascade, 24 two-inch boxes, data logger fitted.

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Description

Introducing our -86°C UltraChill Series Upright 2 Cu Ft Freezer, a compact, high-performance ULT designed to safeguard vaccines, enzymes, cell lines, and long-term research samples. Precision microprocessor control and an auto-cascade refrigeration system deliver stable, uniform ultra-low temperatures.
The chamber is stainless-steel (SUS304) with foamed inner doors for excellent thermal retention, while the exterior is durable color-sprayed steel. A bright LED digital display provides at-a-glance monitoring and quick set-point changes.
Built for labs that demand reliability, the UltraChill integrates comprehensive audible/visual alarms, remote alarm access (RS232/485), and optional CO 2 /LN 2 backup systems for maximum sample protection.

-40°C to -86°C Auto-Cascade System 2.0 Cu Ft (58 L) Microprocessor Control
SECOP Compressor Data Logger (Std.) 72-Hour Alarm Backup 24 × 2" Boxes / 2,400 Vials
Uniform -86°C Storage: Direct-cooling with optimized airflow helps minimize temperature drift across shelves.
Robust Refrigeration: Auto-cascade system using R4001 mixed refrigerant, SECOP compressor, and PTC 100 sensor.
Lab-Ready Connectivity: RS232/485 remote alarm access and on-board USB port for data transfer and compliance.
User Manual
Why this UltraChill -86°C freezer?

Stable ultra-low performance — microprocessor control maintains set points down to −86°C with LED digital display.
Efficient, compact footprint — 2.0 cu ft (58 L) capacity with three foamed inner doors to reduce frost and hold temperature.
Sample density — holds 24 × 2" boxes (≈2,400 × 2 mL vials) with two racks (6×2 each) for organized storage.
Comprehensive protections — alarms for high/low temp, power failure, abnormal voltage, door-ajar, and more; 72-hour backup.
Connected & serviceable — RS232/485 remote alarm access, 25 mm access port, and optional CO 2 /LN 2 backup systems.
Technical Specifications
Model
-86°C UltraChill Upright Freezer (2.0 Cu Ft / 58 L)
Cooling Method
Direct Cooling
Defrost
Manual
Temperature Range
-40℃ ~ -86℃
Ambient Temperature
10℃ ~ 32℃
Display
LED digital
Access Port QTY/Dia.
1 / 25 mm
USB Interface
Yes / 1
Remote Alarm Access
RS232 / 485
Outside Material
Color sprayed steel
Inside Material
SUS304
Castor
Universal
Refrigerant
R4001 (mixed gas)
Temp. Controller
Microprocessor
System
Auto-cascade
Sensor
PTC 100
Compressor Brand / QTY
SECOP / 1
Capacity (L / cu.ft)
58 L / 2.0 cu.ft
Insulation
PURF
Inner Door Material / QTY
Foamed SUS304 / 3
Racks
2 (6×2)
Boxes (2")
24
Samples (2 mL)
≈ 2,400
High/Low Temperature (Alarm)
Yes
Power Failure (Alarm)
Yes
Abnormal Voltage (Alarm)
Yes
Sensor Error (Alarm)
Yes
Door Ajar (Alarm)
Yes
Filter Screen Check (Alarm)
Yes
Thermostat Failure (Alarm)
Yes
Low Battery (Alarm)
Yes
Condenser Clean (Alarm)
Yes
High Ambient Temperature (Alarm)
Yes
Power Failure Backup (Alarm)
72 h
Voltage Frequency (V/Hz)
110V / 120V, 60Hz
Power (W)
442 W
Current (A)
3.18 A
Power Consumption
6.09 Wh/24h
Noise (dB)
50
Package Size (W×D×H) (in)
29" × 33" × 55"
Exterior Size (W×D×H) (in)
25" × 30" × 48"
Interior Size (W×D×H) (in)
13" × 17.8" × 16"
Weight (Net)
255 lb
Shipping Weight
350 lb
Chart Recorder
Optional
Data Logger
Yes
CO 2 Backup System
Optional
LN 2 Backup System
Optional
Gloves
Optional
Pharmaceutical Biotechnology Clinical & Hospital Labs Academic & Research
FAQ

What is the storage capacity?

The chamber in the UltraChill 2 Cu Ft -86°C Upright Ultra-Low Freezer is 58 L (2.0 cu ft) and accommodates about 24 × 2" cryo boxes or ~2,400 × 2 mL vials using two 6×2 racks.
How is temperature controlled and monitored?

The UltraChill 2 Cu Ft -86°C Upright Ultra-Low Freezer has a microprocessor controller with LED digital display manages set points from −40°C to −86°C. A PTC 100 sensor provides accurate feedback and the unit supports USB export and RS232/485 remote alarms.
What alarms are included?

In the UltraChill 2 Cu Ft -86°C Upright Ultra-Low Freezer it has High/low temperature, power failure, abnormal voltage, sensor error, door-ajar, filter screen check, thermostat failure, low battery, condenser clean, and high ambient temperature. Alarm backup is rated to 72 hours.

Specifications
Power:
110V/120V 60Hz
Noise:
50 dba
Temp Range:
-40℃~-86℃
Capacity(L/cu.ft):
58/2.0
Weight:
255 lbs
Internal Dimensions (WxDxH):
13" x 17.8" x 16"
External Dimensions (WxDxH):
25" x 30" x 48"
Certification:
CE, UL

Frequently asked questions

Why three inner doors on a 58-litre cabinet?+

Three foamed SUS304 inner doors mean each retrieval exposes only one section of the chamber to room air. On a small ULT that is used frequently, inner-door subdivision does more for temperature stability than raw insulation thickness, because door openings are the dominant warm-up event.

How much does it hold?+

58 litres (2.0 cu ft), configured as 2 racks in a 6×2 layout taking 24 two-inch boxes — approximately 2,400 vials at 2 ml. Interior dimensions are 13 × 17.8 × 16 in.

What monitoring is included as standard?+

A data logger is standard on this model rather than optional. There is one USB interface, remote alarm access over RS232/485, a 25 mm access port, and a 72-hour alarm battery backup. Alarms cover high and low temperature, power failure, abnormal voltage, sensor error, door ajar, filter screen check, thermostat failure, low battery, condenser clean and high ambient temperature.

What power supply and footprint should I plan for?+

110 V / 120 V 60 Hz, 442 W, 3.18 A, at 50 dB. Exterior is 25 × 30 × 48 in with a net weight of 255 lb and shipping weight of 350 lb; packaged size is 29 × 33 × 55 in. Permissible ambient is 10 to 32 °C.

How does it compare with the undercounter 2 cu ft model?+

Identical capacity and rack configuration, and the same auto-cascade refrigeration. This upright is 48 in tall and 25 in wide with three inner doors; the undercounter version is 29.45 in tall and 35.59 in wide with one inner door. Pick on the space available and on whether you need it to sit under a bench.

What certification does the product data record?+

The product title states the cabinet is UL Listed and the specification block records a CE mark. If your installation record requires documented evidence, ask for the listing file number and the certificate rather than relying on the listing text alone.

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