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-35°C Scientific Freeze Dryer 1-2 Gallons Per Batch / 4L Ice Capacity

SKU USA-SFD-4-TK

USA Lab

-35°C Scientific Freeze Dryer 1-2 Gallons Per Batch / 4L Ice Capacity

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$2,950.00

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Scientific freeze dryer cooling to −35 °C with a 4 L ice capacity, 1–2 gallons per batch and touchscreen control of custom 12-step recipes.

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Description

The Freeze Dryer is not just a regular lab freeze dryer. This unit is equipped with a LCD Touchscreen Display and customizable recipe control. The controller allows you to quickly run several programs including custom 12 step recipes for complete control. This Lab Freeze Dryer can be used in many diverse applications.

VPD-265 Included.
* V2.0 *
For assistance with V1.0 models, contact technical support.MANUAL LINK
SOFTWARE UPDATE PACKAGE
UPDATE INSTRUCTIONS

USA-SFD-4 FEATURES

• Powerful and fast cooling speed down to -35°C.

• 1-2 Gallons per batch

• High quality UL Listed SECOP compressor.

• Recipe Customization.

• Controllable rate of freezing.

• Controllable freeze temperature.

• LCD touchscreen controller for easy operation.

• Organic transparent polycarbonate for easy viewing of the process.

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• Simple and reliable KF25 connection.

• Stable performance, simple operation, and low noise.

SPECIFICATIONS

Model

USA-SFD-4

Power Requirements

110-120V 1900W 16.5A(20A Required) 1P / 5-20P Plug installed

Cold Trap Temperature

-35°C / -31°F

Optimal Operating Conditions

10-25°C / 50-77°F

Relative Humidity

≤70%

Holding Ice Capacity

4 Liters

Batch Amount

1-2 Gallons
Per shelf = 0.05ft3 (95.9in3)
Total = 0.22ft3 (383.62in3)

Compressor Type

UL Listed SECOP

Collector Material

Stainless Steel

Shelving Material

Stainless Steel

Chamber Material

Stainless Steel

Controller Type

LCD Touch Screen

Vacuum Connection

KF25

Purge Valve

Included – 3/8″ Outlet

Exterior Finish

Powder Coated Black Aluminum

Shelving Dimensions

16.5″L x 7.75″W x 0.75″H (4 included)

External Dimensions

25.25″L x 20.5″W x 31.25″H

Weight

248lbs

Shipping Weight

~370lbs

PACKING LIST

Model

Quantity

USA-SFD-4 Freeze Dryer

1

7.75″ x 16.5″ Shelf

4

24″ KF25 Vacuum Line

1

KF25 Clamp

2

KF25 O-ring

2

Manual

1

USA-VPD-265

Details

Model

USA-VPD-265

Power

110-120V – 60Hz – 5.4A – 5-15 Plug

Motor Wattage

550W

Flow Rate

6.5 CFM

Ultimate Vacuum

2 Pa – 15 Micron

Oil Capacity

380 mL

Exterior Dimensions

13″ L x 6″ W x 13″ H

Weight

23 lbs

Oil Included

1x 16oz Bottles

(VPD-265 Vacuum Pump Included)
Note: We recommend the following pumps for this scientific freeze dryer
Recommended: UVP-5 | VPD-230 | VPD-265
Other Options (not recommended due to low CFM): MZ-2C-NT | MD-4C-NT
Using a larger pump would have to be done separately, not though using the units rear receptacle.

Frequently asked questions

What is the batch capacity?+

1–2 gallons per batch, with a 4 L ice capacity.

How cold does it get?+

−35 °C.

How is a cycle programmed?+

An LCD touchscreen display with customisable recipe control, including custom 12-step recipes.

Is a vacuum pump included?+

Yes — the product data lists a VPD-265 as included.

Which revision is this?+

V2.0. The product data notes that V1.0 models are supported separately.

What is the part number?+

USA-SFD-4-TK.

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