Thermo Scientific STP -80°C ULT freezers

In alignment with the cold storage needs of academic, pharmaceutical, biobanking and clinical laboratories, Thermo Fisher Scientific’s Standard Performance (STP) ultralow temperature (ULT) freezer series offers a powerful solution: optimal sample protection, low energy usage, operational savings and quiet operation.

Designed with sample safety at their core, the Thermo Scientific STP -80°C ULT freezers provide temperature stability and uniformity throughout the internal chamber, preserving valuable samples for peace of mind. This includes rapid door-opening recovery to minimise sample temperature fluctuation during normal use. Powered by the company’s H-drive technology, the systems utilise environmentally friendly hydrocarbon refrigerants.

The product is said to use 25% less energy than comparable freezers and to emit 25% less heat into the room; the required heating, ventilation and air conditioning needs thus are also reduced by 25%. The system’s low noise output of less than 53 dbA meanwhile allows for convenient in-lab positioning without disturbing the working environment, saving scientists time and effort walking to and back from the freezers.

The freezers are available in four storage capacities with variable internal cabinet configurations, making them suitable for laboratories of all sizes. For added security, the systems have been equipped with a seven-point contact silicone gasket that reduces heat leaks and prolongs sample protection in the event of power failure.

A set of built-in diagnostic sensors monitors the health of the freezer and prompts corrective action when needed to minimise downtime, while a key-lock and padlock hasps restrict stored sample access to only authorised personnel. A user-friendly touchscreen display simplifies navigation for effortless operation by experts and novices alike, while the system’s advanced networking capabilities simplify data input and output for enhanced laboratory management.