Thermostatic test chamber KBF 1060

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Product description The proven specialist for reliable ICH stability tests in the pharmaceutical industry: the KBF 1060 performs long-term, accelerated and stress tests while meeting ICH requirements for precision, programming and documentation. Flexible water-supply options suit different installation sites. Compared with the previous model, energy consumption is reduced by up to 40 %. Optional LED light modules convert the chamber into a plant growth unit.

Benefits

• Maximum climate homogeneity even at full load for reliable ICH stability testing
• Failsafe long-term operation via proven compressor technology and stainless-steel inner chamber
• Ergonomic touchscreen controller and illuminated signal triangle for clear status feedback
• Up to 40% lower energy consumption thanks to modern inverter cooling technology

Important characteristics

• Temperature range: 0 °C to +70 °C
• Humidity range: 10 % to 80 % RH
• APT.line™ preheating chamber technology
• Climate‑neutral refrigerant R‑600a and inverter cooling unit
• Stainless-steel interior; inner doors of metal‑oxide coated safety glass
• Capacitive humidity sensor with responsive steam humidification and adjustable fan speed
• Door heating to prevent condensation; 80 × 45 mm access port with silicone plug
• Two stainless‑steel racks (standard, up to 16 possible)
• Internal data logger with open-format USB export; Ethernet and USB interfaces
• Class 3.3 independent temperature safety device (DIN 12880) with visual and acoustic alarms

Technical data (selected)
Article Number: 9020-0482 (230 V) · 9020-0498 (120 V)
Designation: KBF1060-230V · KBF1060UL-120V
Version: Standard

Performance — Temperature
Temperature range: 0...70 °C
Max. heat compensation at 40 °C: 640 W

Performance — Climate
Temperature range with humidity: 10...70 °C
Humidity range: 10...80 % RH
Temperature uniformity at 25 °C / 60% RH: 0.3 ± K — fluctuation: 0.1 ± K
Temperature uniformity at 40 °C / 75% RH: 0.2 ± K — fluctuation: 0.1 ± K
Humidity fluctuation (typ.): 1.5 ± % RH
Recovery time after 30 s door opening: 2 min (25 °C / 60% RH) · 6 min (40 °C / 75% RH)

Electrical data
Rated voltage (standard): 220...240 V · optional 120 V
Power frequency: 50/60 Hz
Nominal power: 1.6 kW · Unit fuse: 16.0 A · Single‑phase supply

Dimensions & weights
Interior volume: 1,070 L
Net weight (unit, empty): 340 kg
Permitted load: 200 kg · Load per rack: 40 kg
Housing dimensions (W×H×D): 1,285 × 1,951 × 1,175 mm
Internal dimensions (W×H×D): 1,011 × 1,250 × 847 mm

Environment-specific data
Sound-pressure level at 25 °C / 60% RH: 52 dB(A)
Energy consumption at 25 °C / 60% RH: 365 Wh/h · at 40 °C / 75% RH: 370 Wh/h

Options & accessories (selection)

• LED plant light modules, CO₂ gassing/control modules, various access ports and door locks
• Interior lighting, caster options, reinforced racks and transport pallet
• Calibration, qualification and maintenance services; APT-COM™ software editions