General purpose freeze dryer for archaeological and biological samples
When dealing with time-sensitive tasks like drying archaeological artifacts or recovering water-damaged archival materials, achieving stable and effective freeze-drying becomes crucial. The process must ensure preservation without introducing damage or excessive energy consumption.
Versatile freeze-drying with adjustable condenser refrigeration
The VirTis General Purpose Freeze Dryer (GPFD) from ATS Scientific Products is designed for challenging applications such as drying archaeological artifacts and preparing museum specimens. The GPFD offers extensive sample capacity and is available in 25L and 35L configurations, making it suitable for large items. It delivers low-energy freeze-drying cycles and features adjustable condenser refrigeration packages, reaching temperatures of -53°C or -85°C. Optional programmable heating up to 60°C allows for precision control in various freeze-drying scenarios. With its clear acrylic chamber doors, you can continuously monitor the drying process. The freeze dryer also incorporates a mid-cycle defrost option to remove sublimated ice efficiently, reducing turnaround time and preventing common issues like vapor port ice blockages.
Benefits
- Handles large items with mid-cycle defrost option
- Easy progress monitoring through clear acrylic doors
- Large batch processing with 25L or 35L capacities
- Versatile temperature ranges down to -85°C
- Quick defrost cycle for reduced turnaround time