BioLine is a comprehensive refrigeration range designed to deal with special bioscience needs. BioLine is distinct from other 'spark-free' refrigerators on the market, as both the interior and the exterior of all units have been shown to comply with the European ATEX [EN/IEC60079-15] directive which means they are safe for use in potentially explosive atmospheres (Zone 2 [Category 3]). The unique air distribution system combined with a finned tube evaporator results in excellent temperature consistency for biostorage; the evaporator design eliminates the risk of 'cold walls', which can damage delicate items stored touching the sides of the cabinet. Whilst the air distribution system which directs the cold air down the rear of the cabinet and back up to the evaporator fan at the top, ensures a uniform temperature throughout - using only a minimum of energy. The use of both cyclopentane to foam the insulation material and also hydrocarbon refrigerants means that BioLine storage solutions have only minimal environmental impact.
- MPC 4.6 control unit provides access to audible and visual temperature alarms, high/low temperature log and out of range time/temperature history, audible and visual door open alarm, calibration of sensors
- Extra sensor (E-sensor) for temperature reference in the storage compartment
- Volt-free contact for external connection to building management system
- Smart defrost; intelligent automatic system makes sure an absolute minimum of time and energy is used during each defrost cycle
- Access port and door lock as standard
- Ventilated air circulation
BioCompact II line: +2 to +15 °C
The BioCompact II is the entry level product range within BioLine series. These refrigerator cabinets are for basic storage purposes where the focus is on reliability and stringent control. The interior is plastic for easy cleaning and the family incorporates cabinets with a small footprint (models 210 and 410) - perfect biostorage solution when space is limited.
Note: BioCompact RR210 and RR410 models are also offered without audible temperature alarms or E-sensor, this lower cost option is ideal if an in-house monitoring system is available. The 210 and 410 models are available with glass door (LED lighting built into door). BioCompact 210 cabinets may be stacked or can be wall hung. Stacked 210s can also be ordered built together in any combination – i.e. two fridges, two freezers or a fridge with a freezer. For assistance regarding any of these options please contact your local Avantor sales office.
BioMidi line: +2 to +15 °C
The BioMidi cabinet is designed to meet the majority of biomaterial refrigeration requirements, with very few limitations. The specifications include the major features from the top-of-the-range BioPlus model, but constructed from a combination of stainless steel and aluminium, BioMidi provides a lower cost option. The functional design ensures easy, ergonomically correct access to the storage space. The BioMidi 625 offers ample storage space, whilst the BioMidi 425 takes up limited wall space in the laboratory. These cabinets are highly reliable with great temperature control.
Note: Options include stainless steel exterior, glass doors and draft shield inner doors (help retain temperatures during door openings). Please contact Avantor for full details.
BioPlus line: +2 to +15 °C
The BioPlus range is designed for storage of the most delicate biomaterials in situations where even tiny fluctuations in conditions inside the storage cabinet can have a serious effect on the contents.
Other variants of the BioPlus models are available, these include the smaller ER500 and the ER1400 - a taller version of the ER1270. Glass doors are available as an option to fit to all BioPlus cabinets. To help retain temperatures during door openings draft shield inner doors are optional and all cabinets are available with stainless steel exteriors. For pricing please contact Avantor for a quotation.
Electrical automatic defrosting system
Dry cooling that reduces condensation on the surface of the contents of the cabinet
High capacity refrigeration unit that makes sure the interior quickly returns to the specified temperature after the door has been opened
A Gram monitor is fitted on the control unit, enabling the transfer of information directly to a computer
Foot pedal so that the cabinet is easy to open, with full access even when the user's hands are full
BioLine cabinets are designed to be customised to the specific requirements of each user. For this reason the cabinets listed are offered without interior accessories. Shelf options include plastic coated wire shelves (not suitable for use with draft shield inner doors), stainless steel wire shelves and stainless steel perforated shelves designed to provide maximum stability. Drawers are also available. For the BioCompact 210 and 410 units there are tight mesh plastic coated wire drawers (with two vertical dividers), the deeper plastic coated wire basket version or aluminium drawers with vertical and horizontal dividers and sliding drawers rails. For the larger upright models the aluminium drawers plus two stainless steel drawers options are available to choose from. The two steel versions differ only in terms of the weight they can hold, up to either 30 kg or 40 kg maximum. So long as there is the space, each cabinet can be configured in any combination of accessories. For full details and pricing information on the various options available, please contact your local Avantor office.
