Thermo Scientific Heratherm IMH180 Incubator - Thermo Scientific Haake SC100 Water Bath + Immersion Circulator

Applications & Use Cases

• Sample incubation and conditioning in biological and chemical laboratories.
• Temperature control for refractometers, viscometers, and other analytical instruments.
• Material testing requiring precise temperature environments.
• Calibration of temperature sensors and probes.
• General laboratory heating and fluid temperature regulation.

Typical Specifications

Typical capacity

Water baths of this class commonly range from 5 to 20 litres.

Temperature range

Units typically operate from ambient +5°C up to 100°C, with some models extending to 150°C for oil baths.

Temperature stability

For this class of equipment, stability is typically ±0.02 to ±0.1°C.

Heating power

Commonly found on units of this type, heating power ranges from 1000W to 2000W.

Circulation pump flow rate

Immersion circulators typically offer flow rates from 10 to 20 litres per minute.

Power supply

Units are commonly single-phase, 230V, 50Hz for the UK market.

Construction material

The bath tank is typically made from stainless steel, with the housing often being powder-coated steel or high-impact plastic.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is the primary function of an immersion circulator in a water bath?

  An immersion circulator ensures uniform temperature distribution throughout the bath liquid, preventing hot or cold spots and providing precise temperature control for samples.

• Can this unit be used with liquids other than water?

• What maintenance is typically required for a water bath with an immersion circulator?

• Is calibration necessary for these units?

• What safety features are commonly included?