Polymerase Chain Reaction Cabinets

Product catalog summary

Main Features
Esco PCR Cabinets are designed to prevent contamination with a high-quality polyester pre-filter and a HEPA filter that offers >99.99% efficiency at 0.3 microns. They include a built-in UV lamp with a timer for decontamination between PCR cycles and are available in three sizes: 0.6, 0.9, and 1.2 meters.

Introduction to PCR
Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) is a technique used to amplify DNA, crucial for applications requiring high DNA copy numbers. PCR cabinets are essential to prevent contamination during the process, ideally conducted in isolated laboratory areas.

Contamination Prevention
Esco PCR Cabinets utilize UV decontamination technology with a powerful UV-C lamp and HEPA-filtered laminar airflow to prevent contamination, providing ISO Class 3 air cleanliness.

Energy Efficiency
The cabinets are energy-efficient, consuming less power than typical laminar flow clean benches. They feature a backward curved wheel with an external rotor motor to reduce operating costs.

Additional Benefits
These cabinets are user-friendly with easy-to-adjust timers and UV hour meters. They include safety features like UV interlocks and ergonomic designs with low noise and angled fronts.

Product Protection
The UV decontamination system includes a 253.7 nm UV lamp, and the cabinets are constructed with durable materials for a long service life, providing a sterile workspace with vertical laminar airflow and HEPA filtration.

Specifications
The cabinets come in various sizes with specific dimensions, airflow velocities, and sound emissions. They are made with electrogalvanized steel and stainless steel work surfaces, featuring Esco Isocide™ antimicrobial coating.

Standards Compliance
Esco PCR Cabinets comply with international standards for air quality, filtration, and electrical safety, ensuring reliable performance in demanding laboratory environments.

Accessories
Optional support stands with caster wheels or leveling feet are available, along with other accessories like footrests and laboratory chairs.

Catalog excerpts

Esco PCR Cabinet, Model PCR-4A_. Shown with optional support stand. Polymerase Chain Reaction Cabinets The Proven Solution for Contaminant-Free PCR

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Main Features Greater protection against contamination from the ambient environment and crosscontamination within the main chamber. High quality polyester pre-filter and main HEPA filter with a typical efficiency of >99.99% at 0.3 microns. Built-in UV lamp with timer to facilitate decontamination between PCR cycles. Sentinel™ Silver Microprocessor controller supervises all functions - 0.9 m (3') and 1.2 m (4') models only. Esco ISOCIDE™ antimicrobial coating on all painted surfaces. Available in 0.6, 0.9 and 1.2 meter models (2’, 3' and 4'). Esco PCR Cabinet, Model PCR-4A_. shown with optional...

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How Esco PCR Cabinets Prevent Contamination UV Decontamination Technology HEPA-Filtered Laminar Airflow • Powerful, uniformly distributed, UV-C. • Proven effect on DNA contamination. • Shelf enables placement of items closer to the UV source, increasing decontamination efficacy. • UV-C is ozone-free. • UV hour meter monitors bulb life, simplifies maintenance. • Adjustable timer. • Laminar, not turbulent flow provides superior sample protection. Laminar Flow (Esco PCR cabinets) Turbulent Flow Note: many competitors' cabinets have turbulent flow • ISO Class 3 air cleanliness. • Minipleat, separatorless...

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Esco PCR Cabinets Provide Product Protection Pre-Filters An additional disposable pre-filter traps large particles in the inflow air prior to reaching the main filter, protecting against damage and prolonging filter life. High Performance Fan System German made ebm-papst ® permanently lubricated, centrifugal motor/blowers with external rotor designs. Motors selected for energy efficiency, compact design, and flat profile. Completely integrated assembly optimizes motor cooling. All rotating parts balanced for smooth, quiet, vibration-free operation. User Interface An angled front, rounded work...

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Other Features Control System All Esco products are manufactured for the most demanding laboratory applications. All components are designed for maximum chemical resistance and enhanced durability for a long service life. The main body of the cabinet is constructed of industrial-grade electrogalvanized steel. 0.6 m (2’) models are equipped with rocker switches for blower, light and UV or One-piece formed stainless steel work surface with a rounded front edge is designed for maximum operator comfort. B u i l t- i n w a r m w h i t e, e l e c t r o n i c ballasted, 5000k lighting provides excellent...

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General Specifications, Polymerase Chain Reaction Cabinets Model Nominal Size External Dimensions (W x D x H) Internal Dimensions (W x D x H) Laminar Airflow Velocity Washable polyurethane fibers with 85% arrestance Sound Emission* Fluorescent Lamp Intensity 253.7 nanometer 30-watt UV lamp Esco Sentinel™ Microprocessor Control Rocker Switches Electrogalvanized steel with white oven-baked epoxy-polyester powder-coated finish. Coated with Esco Isocide™ antimicrobial coating Main Body Construction Work Zone 1.2 mm (0.05") 18 gauge stainless steel grade 304 Cabinet Full Load Amps (FLA) Cabinet Nominal...

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PCR Cabinet Engineering Drawing 617 mm (24.3") 6. Tempered glass side panel 11. Perforated powder-coated shelf 7. Hinged window, polycarbonate 12. Pass-through port (1 for 2ft and 3ft, 2 for 4ft model) 8. Control system (microprocessor version shown) 13. Stainless steel work surface with rounded front 10. V interlocking magnetic switch U Cabinet Performance Standards Compliance Electrical Safety ISO 14644.1 Class 3, Worldwide AS 1386 Class 1.5, Australia JIS B9920 Class 3, Japan IEST-RP-CC034.1, Worldwide IEST-RP-CC007.1, Worldwide IEST-RP-CC001.3, Worldwide EN1822 (H 13), Europe Accessories:...

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