Cooling laboratory incubator KB 260

forced convectionfor scientific researchfor microbiology

Product description
Cooling incubator for microorganisms: KB 260 provides precise incubation even when fully loaded, includes a hot‑air disinfection routine and allows programming of a second set temperature (e.g. weekend mode). The new KB reduces energy consumption by up to 40% compared with the previous model.

Benefits

• Precise incubation conditions supported by compressor power reserves and APT.line™ preheating chamber
• Reliable long-term operation with stainless-steel interior and proven compressor technology
• Hot-air disinfection and simple programming of a second setpoint
• Energy-efficient inverter cooling technology with up to 40% lower consumption

Important characteristics

• Temperature range: 0 °C to +70 °C
• Interior volume: 262 L; interior fully stainless steel
• Two standard stainless-steel racks (expandable up to 9)
• Climate-neutral refrigerant R-600a; door heating to prevent condensation
• Independent temperature safety device class 3.3 (DIN 12880) with visual and acoustic alarms
• Internal data logger; measured values exportable in open format via USB; interfaces: Ethernet, USB
• Access port 80 × 45 mm (silicone plug); floor-standing design with twin casters and front brakes

Key performance & technical data

• Article examples: 9020-0473 (KB260-230V), 9020-0501 (KB260UL-120V)
• Temperature uniformity at 37 °C: 0.2 ± K; fluctuation: 0.1 ± K
• Max. heat compensation at 37 °C: 410 W; recovery time after 30 s door opening at 37 °C: 3 min
• Rated voltage examples: 220–240 V / 120 V; frequency: 50/60 Hz; nominal power: 1.3 kW; unit fuse: 16 A
• Interior dimensions (W×H×D): 656 × 695 × 575 mm; unit dimensions (W×H×D): 930 × 1,396 × 900 mm
• Net weight (empty): 174 kg; permitted total load: 200 kg; sound pressure level: 50 dB(A)
• Energy consumption examples: 130 Wh/h (25 °C) | 140 Wh/h (37 °C)

Technical specifications & options

• APT.line™ preheating chamber technology; HIT sandwich housing construction
• Inner doors: safety glass with metal-oxide coating; door heating
• Optional accessories: reinforced inner chamber, mechanical/electromechanical door locks, LED interior lighting, additional access ports, calibration certificates, APT-COM™ software editions
• Services: maintenance contracts (BRONZE / SILVER / GOLD), calibration, IQ/OQ/PQ, commissioning, training, warranty extensions