General purpose freeze dryer for bulk samples
Drying bulky items like archaeological artifacts or water-damaged archival materials poses significant challenges. Traditional methods can be inadequate, requiring solutions that accommodate delicate and large-scale samples while minimizing energy consumption and avoiding damage.

Freeze-dry large and delicate samples efficiently
The VirTis General Purpose Freeze Dryer (GPFD) by SP Virtis is designed to handle a wide range of freeze-drying applications, including those involving bulky or delicate items. Available in configurations of 25L and 35L, the GPFD offers versatile refrigeration temperatures of -53°C or -85°C and optional programmable heating up to 60°C. Its free-standing, mobile design allows for easy setup and flexibility in various environments. Features like clear acrylic chamber doors enable users to monitor the process visually, and the mid-cycle defrost option allows for the removal of sublimated ice, ensuring efficient operation. The smooth-wall condenser facilitates quick defrost and ice removal, thus reducing turnaround times.
Benefits
- Handles large items with ease
- Monitor the process with clear acrylic chamber doors
- Reduces energy consumption with adjustable condenser options
- Efficient defrost and ice removal with smooth-wall condenser
- Flexible setup with free-standing and mobile design