Thermostatic test chamber MKF 400

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Product description
BINDER MKF series environmental simulation chamber for standardized temperature and climate tests (DIN, IEC). Designed for rapid temperature changes with integrated humidity control and comprehensive standard equipment to facilitate operation and data handling.

Benefits

• Homogeneous climate conditions thanks to APT.line™ preheating chamber
• Automatic water and wastewater management
• Pressure/steam humidification with fast response
• Comprehensive programming and data acquisition (touchscreen, time-segment and real-time)
• Large heated viewing window with LED interior lighting

Important characteristics

• Temperature range: -40 °C to +180 °C
• Humidity range: 10 % to 98 % RH
• Integrated water-storage tank: 20 L
• 4 zero-voltage relay contacts
• APT.line™ preheating chamber technology
• Programmable condensation protection for test material
• Heated viewing window with LED interior lighting
• Humidity regulation with capacitive sensor and vapor humidification
• BINDER Multi Management Software APT-COM™ 4 Basic Edition (standard)
• Troubleshooting system with visual and audible alarms
• Intuitive touchscreen controller; internal data logger, USB open-format export
• Access port with silicone plug: 50 mm, left (standard)
• Class 2 independent adjustable temperature safety device (DIN 12880) with visual alarm
• 4 castors, two with brakes; Ethernet interface
• Adjustable ramp function, integrated chart recorder, real-time clock, door heating
• Alarm for insufficient water in fresh water tank; 1 stainless steel rack (std.)
• Complete safety connection kit for water supply and drainage (up to 1 m)
• Inner chamber made of stainless steel; CFC-free refrigerant R-452A; compressor cooling

Technical specifications (selected)
Data
Article Number: 9020-0408 | 9020-0446
Designation: MKF400-400V | MKF400-480V-C
Option model: Standard | with voltage and frequency converter

Performance Data Temperature
Temperature range: -40...180 °C
Temperature uniformity (dependant on set value): 0.1...1.2 ± K
Temperature fluctuation (dependant on set value): 0.1...0.5 ± K
Average heating/cooling rate (IEC 60068-3-5): 5.0 K/min
Cooling time 180 °C → -40 °C: 115 min

Performance Data Climate
Temperature range with humidity: 10...95 °C
Humidity range: 10...98 % RH
Humidity fluctuation (dependant on set value): 2.5 ± % r.F.
Max. heat compensation at 25 °C/90 % RH: 800 W

Electrical data
Rated voltage: 400 V | 480 V
Power frequency: 50 Hz | 60 Hz
Nominal power: 8 kW
Unit fuse: 16.0 A

Dimensions and weights
Interior volume: 417 L
Net weight (empty): 432 kg
Load per rack: 30 kg; permitted load: 150 kg
Wall clearance: back 500 mm, sidewise 300 mm
Housing dimensions (net): W 1,115 × H 1,710 × D 1,400 mm
Internal dimensions: W 735 × H 700 × D 810 mm; 1 door
Sound-pressure level: 65 dB(A); Energy consumption (25 °C, 60 % RH): 1,900 Wh/h

Options / Accessories / Services (selection)

• Lockable door handle; analog output 4-20 mA for temperature/humidity
• Compressed air connection; notch-type and additional access ports (various Ø/positions)
• Temperature safety device class 2 (DIN 12880); water circuit for condensate reuse; Pt100 additional sensor
• Interfaces: RS-485 options; Ethernet; racks and stainless-steel shelves
• Calibration certificates; APT-COM™ 4 PROFESSIONAL / GLP editions; PURE AQUA SERVICE; IQ/OQ/PQ, commissioning and maintenance services

Note
Values, part numbers and feature lists above are taken from the product specification and options listing for the MKF 400 on the product page.