Climatic test cell MK 1020

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Product description
The BINDER MK 1020 is a climate chamber engineered for cyclical thermal tests and rapid temperature transitions between -40 °C and +180 °C. It is suited for laboratory and production environments requiring reproducible temperature ramps, condensation control and integrated data management.

Benefits

• Uniform climate conditions through APT.line™ preheating chamber technology
• Comprehensive programming, internal data logger and Ethernet/USB connectivity
• Heated viewing window with LED interior lighting for safe observation

Key characteristics

• Temperature range: -40 °C to +180 °C
• APT.line™ preheating chamber technology
• Programmable condensation protection for test specimens
• Heated viewing window with LED lighting
• BINDER Multi Management Software APT-COM™ Basic Edition
• Troubleshooting system with visual and audible alarms
• Intuitive touchscreen controller with time-segment and real-time programming
• Internal data logger; measurement values exportable in open format via USB
• 2 access ports with silicone plugs (80 mm) left and right
• Class 2 independent adjustable temperature safety device (DIN 12880) with visual alarm
• 4 castors, two with brakes
• Ethernet interface
• Adjustable ramp function and integrated chart recorder
• Real-time clock and door heating
• 1 stainless steel rack; inner chamber in stainless steel
• CFC-free refrigerant R-452A; compressor cooling

Technical specifications
Data
Article Number: 9020-0407 | 9020-0447
Designation: MK1020-400V | MK1020-480V-C
Option model: Standard | with voltage and frequency converter

Performance data — Temperature
Temperature range: -40...180 °C
Temperature uniformity (dependent on set value): 0.1...1.8 ± K
Temperature fluctuation (dependent on set value): 0.1...0.5 ± K
Average heating rate (IEC 60068-3-5) -40 °C to 180 °C: 5.5 K/min
Average cooling rate (IEC 60068-3-5) 180 °C to -40 °C: 5.0 K/min
Cooling time 180 °C → -40 °C: 120 min

Electrical data
Rated voltage: 400 V | 480 V
Power frequency: 50 Hz | 60 Hz
Nominal power: 11.5 kW
Unit fuse: 32.0 A
Phase: 3~/N/PE | 3~

Dimensions and weights
Interior volume: 991 L
Net weight (empty): 621 kg
Load per rack: 40 kg
Permitted total load: 200 kg
Wall clearance back: 300 mm
Wall clearance sidewise: 200 mm

Housing dimensions (not incl. fittings and connections)
Width net: 1,580 mm
Height net: 2,005 mm
Depth net: 1,480 mm

Internal dimensions
Interior width: 1,200 mm
Interior height: 1,020 mm
Interior depth: 810 mm
Unit doors: 1

Environment-specific data
Sound-pressure level: 65 dB(A)
Energy consumption at 20 °C: 1,500 Wh/h

Fixtures
Number of shelves (std./max.): 1/11

Options and accessories (selection)

• Access ports with silicone plugs (30 / 50 / 80 / 100 / 125 mm)
• Door lock (lockable handle)
• Compressed air connection
• Water cooling option
• Additional Pt100 sensor, analog 4-20 mA output
• Calibration certificates and extended calibration options
• APT-COM™ PROFESSIONAL and GLP editions, maintenance and validation services

Technical summary

• Model: MK 1020
• Temperature range: -40 °C to +180 °C
• Interior volume: 991 L
• Nominal power/voltage: 11.5 kW / 400 V (standard)
• Refrigerant: R-452A (CFC-free)
• Standard equipment: APT.line™ preheating, heated viewing window, internal data logger (USB), touchscreen controller, 1 stainless steel rack