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When customers call us looking for air-jacketed CO2 incubators with a sterilization cycle we typically recommend either the Thermo Stericycle 370 or a Panasonic MCO model with dual decon option. Recently we’ve had the opportunity to work with the newer Thermo HeraCell VIOS 160i models and thus far we are impressed.
Like the Stericycles and Panasonics, the VIOS 160i incubators feature a high-temperature sterilization cycle. The Steri-Run cycle reaches 180°C on all chamber surfaces and is independently proven to achieve total sterilization and a 12 log Sterility Assurance Level (SAL). With the push of a button, the simple overnight routine provides fast, easy elimination of microbial contaminants and eliminates the need for separate autoclaving of parts. This feature also allows labs to avoid the physical constraints and variation associated with UV germicidal lamps and the ongoing costs, handling and storage of potentially toxic germicides.
The internal HEPA filtration works with a THRIVE Active Airflow system in which an in-chamber fan distributes clean, humidified air throughout the chamber ensuring homogeneous conditions.
The VIOS CO2 incubators also have a protected humidity reservoir where directly heated water provides stable high relative humidity levels, preventing culture desiccation; a condensation-free inner chamber that prevents a breeding ground for contaminant; and 5X faster humidity recovery than traditional water pan designs.
And although we are sometimes wary of touch screens, the iCAN screen on the VIOS 160i has thus far shown good durability and resolution and is easy to use.
So if you’re looking for a direct heat, air jacketed CO2 incubator please contact us about the Thermo Heracell VIOS 160i. Our technicians test CO2 incubators using a calibrated digital chart recorder to verify the accuracy of temperature controls and readouts, as well as using a Fyrite indicator to measure CO2 levels in the chamber. We replace any hardware or parts as is necessary and clean all incubators thoroughly prior to shipment.
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