Thermostatic test chamber MK 240 CO₂

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Product overview
The BINDER MK 240 CO₂ climate chamber is designed for cyclical heat and cold tests from -48 °C to +180 °C. It provides fast temperature change capability and is suitable for industrial and laboratory applications requiring reproducible test conditions.

Benefits

• Safe: reliable protection for samples, data and processes
• Reliable: durable components and stable, standards‑compliant performance
• Smart: intuitive touchscreen operation, digital connectivity and advanced control functions
• Economical & ecological: energy‑efficient CO₂ (R‑744) cooling technology and modular equipment options

Key features

• Temperature range: -48 °C to +180 °C (performance table: down to -50 °C for limited durations)
• APT.line™ preheating chamber technology for improved uniformity
• Cooling with climate‑neutral refrigerant R‑744 (CO₂)
• Intuitive touchscreen controller with time‑segment and real‑time programming
• Ergonomically adjustable operating terminal and signal triangle status indicator
• Internal stainless‑steel chamber, heated viewing window and LED interior lighting
• Internal data logger; measured values exportable in open format via USB; Ethernet and USB interfaces
• Programmable condensation protection and door heating to avoid frosting
• Class 2 independent adjustable temperature safety device (DIN 12880) and visual alarm
• 1 stainless steel rack standard (1/6 std./max.), 4 twin casters with brakes

Technical specifications (selection)

• Model: MK 240 CO₂
• Interior usable volume: 228 L
• Interior dimensions (W × H × D): 735 × 700 × 442 mm
• Heating/cooling performance: average 5.0 K/min (IEC 60068‑3‑5)
• Temperature uniformity: 0.1…1.5 ± K
• Temperature fluctuation: 0.1…0.5 ± K
• Rated voltage examples: 400 V / 480 V; nominal power: 5.2 kW; fuse: 16 A
• Net weight (empty): 311 kg; permitted load: 70 kg; load per rack: 30 kg
• Sound pressure level: 62 dB(A); energy consumption at 25 °C: 1,000 Wh/h

Options & accessories

• Additional racks and shelves; various access port sizes and positions (silicone plugs)
• Calibration certificates (multiple measuring point configurations)
• APT‑COM™ software editions (Basic, Professional, GLP)
• External sensors (PT100), analog outputs (4‑20 mA), RS485 and other interface options
• Maintenance, qualification and commissioning services (IQ/OQ/PQ)