CO2 Incubators - Features and Functions to Consider

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CO2 Incubators Features and Functions to Consider
CO2 incubators are popular pieces of lab
equipment that stimulate the growth of cells or
tissue inside the unit. These kinds of laboratory
incubators keep cell or tissue culture in stable
temperatures of 37C, a CO2 level of 5, a
constant ph value of 7.2-7.4, and a relative
humidity saturation level of 95. There are a
wide range of CO2 Incubators available on the
market, each equipped with a long list of
features and functions. Choosing a CO2 Incubator
with the right specifications and features for
your application requires a lot of time and
research. Below youll find some helpful features
to look out for when shopping around for a new
CO2 Incubator, as well as maintenance tips to
keep your unit working for years to come.
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Micro-computer chip - PID Control System Some
CO2 Incubators come with PID control systems that
feature touch keys to make it easier to control
the settings of the unit. A PID controller is a
micro-computer chip control system built into the
CO2 Incubator to help ensure the safety of
laboratory personnel during their research. Other
units will also have a combination of analog and
digital controls, but using a system with PID
controls will help ensure that the environmental
settings within the chamber are maintained more
accurately. Advance Ultrasonic Sensors CO2
incubators make use of advanced ultrasonic
sensors to detect gas concentration within the
unit. Ultrasonic sensors do not undergo
mechanical wear, are highly responsive, reliable,
provide stable performance, and have a long
service life. Most CO2 incubators will also have
IR sensors for CO2 detection and control.
High-Precision Platinum Resistance Temperature
Sensor Some CO2 incubators use high-precision
platinum resistance temperature sensors like the
PT1000 to provide accurate and stable temperature
readings.
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Air Circulation Some incubators are built to use
natural air convection and gentle breeze
circulation to ensure quick temperature,
humidity, and CO2 recovery times and uniform
distribution within the unit. Auto-Start
Function CO2 incubators with an auto-start
function will automatically set all the sensors
back to zero before running the unit. Solenoid
Valve Solenoid valves are responsible for
regulating the flow of fluid within a CO2
incubator. Whenever the incubator door is open,
the solenoid valve closes and the air flow stops
automatically. This ensures that your gas isnt
wasted and it also reduces air pollution.