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SKU USA-SFD-8-TK
USA Lab
Scientific Freeze Dryer / 8 Shelves / 2-3 Gallons Per Batch / 6L Ice Capacity
$5,699.00
In stockEight-shelf scientific freeze dryer cooling to −35 °C, with a 6 L ice capacity, 2–3 gallons per batch and touchscreen recipe control of shelf temperature.
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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 monitor and allows for controllable shelf temperature during the drying cycle. This Lab Freeze Dryer can be used in many applications.
VPD-280 Included.
USA-SFD-8 FEATURES
• Powerful and fast cooling speed down to -35°C.
• 2-3 Gallons per batch
• High quality UL Listed SECOP compressor.
• Recipe Customization.
• Controllable rate of freezing.
• Controllable freeze temperature.
• Controllable shelf temperature during the drying cycle.
• Controllable shelf heaters for sublimation rate.
• 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-8
Power Requirements
110-120V 2,500W 20A Required 1P / 5-20P Plug installed (2,500W = max. draw)
Cold Trap Temperature
-35°C / -31°F
Optimal Operating Conditions
10-25°C / 50-77°F
Relative Humidity
≤70%
Holding Ice Capacity
6 Liters
Batch Amount
2-3 Gallons
Per shelf = 0.142ft3 (244.8in3)
Total = 0.852ft3 (1,468.8in3)
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
17″L x 10.5″W x 1″H (8 included)
External Dimensions
25″L x 27″W x 44″H
Weight
350lbs
Shipping Weight
~425lbs
PACKING LIST
Model
Quantity
USA-SFD-8 Freeze Dryer
1
10.5″ x 17″ Shelf
8
24″ KF25 Vacuum Line
1
KF25 Clamp
2
KF25 O-ring
2
USA-VPD-280 Vacuum pump
1
Manual
1
USA-VPD-280
Details
Model
USA-VPD-280
Power
110-120V – 60Hz – 5.4A – 5-15 Plug
Motor Wattage
650W
Flow Rate
8.0 CFM
Ultimate Vacuum
2 Pa – 15 Micron
Oil Capacity
400 mL
Exterior Dimensions
14″ L x 6″ W x 13″ H
Weight
30 lbs
Oil Included
2x 16oz Bottles
(VPD-280 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?+
2–3 gallons per batch across eight shelves, with a 6 L ice capacity.
How cold does it get?+
Down to −35 °C.
How is a cycle controlled?+
An LCD touchscreen display with customisable recipe control, allowing shelf temperature to be monitored and controlled during the drying cycle.
What compressor does it use?+
A UL-listed SECOP compressor.
Is a vacuum pump included?+
Yes — the product data lists a VPD-280 as included.
What is the part number?+
USA-SFD-8-TK.
