Walker BSC biological Safety Cabinet - Walker Class 11 biological Safety Cabinet

Applications & Use Cases

• Microbiology laboratories for handling pathogens and cell cultures.
• Biotechnology research involving recombinant DNA and genetically modified organisms.
• Pharmaceutical quality control and sterile compounding.
• Clinical diagnostics for processing patient samples.
• Research and development requiring aseptic conditions.

Typical Specifications

Typical working width

Commonly 0.9m to 1.8m (3ft to 6ft) for this class of equipment.

Power supply

Typically single-phase 230V, 50Hz, drawing 5-10 amps.

Airflow type

Vertical laminar flow with HEPA filtration for both exhaust and downflow.

Filtration efficiency

HEPA filters typically rated to capture 99.995% of particles ≥0.3 microns.

Noise level

Often below 65 dB(A) during operation.

Construction materials

Typically stainless steel work zone with an epoxy-coated steel exterior.

Certifications

Units of this type commonly meet EN 12469 or equivalent international standards.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is the primary difference between a Class I and Class II Biological Safety Cabinet?

  Class I BSCs protect the user and environment but not the product. Class II BSCs, like this Walker unit, protect the user, environment, and the product by providing HEPA-filtered laminar airflow over the work surface.

• Does this unit require external ducting?

• What maintenance is typically required for a Biological Safety Cabinet?

• Can this cabinet be used for chemical fume extraction?

• Is the UV light sufficient for sterilisation?