Class I microbiological safety cabinet Bio 1+

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Overview
Class I microbiological safety cabinets provide operator protection by controlling inward airflow through the front aperture and filtering exhaust air. The Bio 1+ range from Envair is designed for laboratory containment tasks that require Class I protection and is suitable for handling biological agents up to ACDP Hazard Group 3 (site-dependent for certain agents such as Covid-19).

Product summary
The Envair Bio 1+ cabinets are compact, stainless-steel Class I units available in multiple sizes and configurations. They are offered with either recirculating or ducted exhaust and can incorporate integral fumigation systems for decontamination between uses.

Options

• Recirculating or ducted exhaust configurations
• Optional recirculating Formonia fumigation system
• Compliance with BS EN 12469:2000
• Variety of sizes, configurations and fumigation/accessory options
• Designed for easy cleaning and maintenance
• Quick installation suitable for temporary sites

Key features

• Stainless-steel construction with white polyester coating and polished stainless-steel work base
• Smooth internal/external surfaces and radiused internal corners for effective cleaning
• High containment performance delivering operator protection
• Integral double HEPA filtration on recirculating models, filters to H14 (BS EN 1822)
• Replaceable pre-filter to extend HEPA life
• Exhaust fan box with integral fans
• Hinged toughened glass front visor supported by gas struts
• Self-sealing lightweight night door/closure panel with interlock for safe fumigation
• Comprehensive alarms and interlocks for operational safety
• Membrane control panel with clear indicators and alarm functions
• Automatic speed-controlled fan for optimal filter life and consistent performance
• Front-access design for rapid setup and maintenance
• BMS and auto-damper signal outputs for facility integration

Technical specifications

• Protection principle: inward airflow through front aperture with exhaust filtration (Class I)
• Intended use: handling biological agents up to ACDP Hazard Group 3 (site-dependent for certain agents such as Covid-19)
• Standards: compliant with BS EN 12469:2000; HEPA filters to H14 (BS EN 1822)
• Filtration: integral double HEPA on recirculating models; replaceable pre-filter
• Exhaust: recirculating or ducted exhaust options; exhaust fan box with integral fans
• Fumigation: optional Formonia recirculating fumigation system; self-sealing night door with interlock for safe fumigation
• Construction: stainless steel with white polyester coating; polished stainless-steel work base; smooth surfaces and radiused internal corners
• Access & visibility: hinged toughened glass front visor supported by gas struts
• Controls & safety: membrane control panel, comprehensive alarms and interlocks, automatic speed-controlled fan
• Integration: BMS and auto-damper signal outputs
• Serviceability: front access for rapid set-up and maintenance