Grieve LO-201C Lab Bench Industrial Drying Oven, 240V, 200 C Laboratory Ovens, 0.7 cu ft, Gravity Convection
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Inside 12 x 10 x 10; outside 14 x 12 x 19; max temp 200C; 800 watts
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Brushed stainless steel exterior; galvanized steel interior; fresh air damper; 2 shelves included
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Bimetal control thermostat; excess temperature interlock; pilot light; dial thermometer; on-off switch; 3-wire cord and plug on 120V models
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For drying, baking, dehydrating, preheating, curing, annealing. Also for drying and curing under vacuum conditions. For applications that require precision and reliability.
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Made in USA; fully tested
Color Brushed stainless steel
Display Type analog
Item Volume 0.70 cu ft
Item Weight 41.0 lbs
Material stainless steel
Maximum Temperature 200C
Voltage 240V
Wattage 800
Product Dimensions : 12 x 14 x 19; 41 lbs
Description
Laboratory ovens are for drying in laboratory applications. They come in gravity convection and forced-air convection models. Gravity convection models use natural convection to circulate air. Forced-air convection models use internal fans to distribute heat more evenly for better uniformity and faster drying times.
These ovens come in many sizes from 0.7 cu ft to 78 cu ft. Temperature range varies greatly from 0.7 cu ft to 78 cu ft. From simple drying to curing and annealing.
Temperature Control and Range
Laboratory ovens have advanced temperature control. Depending on the model, it’s either analog or digital. Analog is simple and easy to use. Digital has more precise adjustments and programmable settings.
Temperature range is from ambient to 550ºF (290ºC). This range allows for flexibility in many applications from drying and baking to special processes. Some models have memory function that retains settings during power outage and resumes previous operation when power is back on.
Convection and Airflow
Laboratory ovens use either gravity convection or forced-air convection. Gravity convection models use natural convection to circulate air. These models create variable temperature zones that can be beneficial for some applications. They are good for gentle drying as they won’t disturb sensitive materials.
Forced-air convection models use internal fans to circulate air more evenly for better uniformity and faster drying times. This is good for applications that require consistent and even heat. Some laboratory ovens have adjustable moisture escape ports so users can control the drying environment and prevent moisture buildup which is critical for drying sensitive materials.
Safety
Safety is top priority in laboratory environment and laboratory ovens have many features to ensure safe and reliable operation. Many models have alarms that trigger when the current temperature is out of range so you’re alerted to potential problems.
Laboratory ovens have corrosion resistant surface and stainless steel interior to prevent contamination and easy to clean. Some models have low noise and noise-dampening rubber feet to minimize disturbance in the laboratory so you can work in peace.
Applications and Comparison
Laboratory ovens are multi-purpose tools used for drying, baking and curing samples. They are found in clinical and pharmaceutical laboratories where temperature control and uniformity is critical. They are good for drying sensitive materials such as medical devices and flammable solvents where gentle and controlled drying is required.
When comparing laboratory ovens, consider temperature uniformity, convection type and chamber size. Temperature uniformity gives you consistent results, convection type (gravity or forced-air) affects the drying process and efficiency. Chamber size should be based on the volume of samples to be processed so the oven meets the specific needs of your laboratory.
Chamber and Shelves
Chamber of a laboratory oven is a critical component, designed to be durable and corrosion resistant for longevity and to prevent contamination. Most laboratory ovens have stainless steel interior which is easy to clean and maintain. Chamber size varies depending on the model from 0.7 cu ft to 78 cu ft so you have flexibility in sample processing.
Some laboratory ovens have adjustable shelves so you can customize the shelving configuration to fit different sample sizes. Shelves are made of stainless steel or chrome plated materials for durability and easy to clean. Adjustable shelving allows you to utilize the space inside the oven chamber for many applications.