Description

The Artificial Climate Chamber (Seed Germinator) YR06698 is an advanced 600 L growth chamber designed to meet the rigorous demands of agricultural research. With its comprehensive environmental control capacities, it stands out in the field, providing a precise temperature range of 10–65 °C with illumination and 5–65 °C without. This seed germinator excels in maintaining controlled humidity levels of 40–95 %RH (±5 %RH), ensuring thermal uniformity of ±1.5 °C and an accuracy of ±0.1 °C. Its robust construction, featuring a mirror-finish stainless-steel interior and height-adjustable shelves, facilitates easy cleaning and flexible configurations for diverse cultivation needs. Additionally, its programmable features and eco-friendly design utilizing low-impact R-290 refrigerant make it a sustainable choice for laboratories.

Market Price

The price of high-quality growth chambers like the YR06698 varies significantly based on features such as humidity control and volume. While offering advanced features like PID control and a versatile illumination range, this seed germinator is a sound investment for research institutions prioritizing precision and environmental compliance. To get an accurate quote tailored to your specific needs, we invite you to request an immediate quotation or generate an automatic quote through the Kalstein Plus platform.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the illumination range sufficient for germination and early growth?
Yes. The illumination range of 0–15,000 lx is suitable for the germination and seedling stages of various species. Additionally, if your research protocol requires specific PPFD values or LED spectra, customizable modules and diffusers are available.

How does it maintain temperature and humidity uniformity?
The chamber ensures excellent temperature and humidity uniformity through optimized airflow circulation combined with precise PID control. This provides ±1.5 °C temperature uniformity and ±0.1 °C accuracy, with programmable defrost systems to prevent thermal spikes.

Can it operate continuously?
Absolutely. The YR06698 is designed for 24/7 operation, safeguarded by integrated compressor protections and alarms. Regular preventive maintenance is recommended to ensure long-term performance.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages:
• Versatile environmental control suitable for diverse research needs.
• Exceptional uniformity and accuracy, enhancing research precision.
• Durable, professional construction with stainless-steel interior.
• Environmentally friendly refrigerant choice (R-290).

Possible Disadvantages:
• Requires a significant power draw and physical space for operation.
• Initial investment cost is higher than basic models without humidity control.

Product Use in the Field

The YR06698 plays a crucial role in agronomy and seed laboratories by standardizing germination processes and testing seed viability, vigor, and aging under controlled conditions. In plant research centers, it is invaluable for photomorphogenesis studies and abiotic stress assays, ensuring high data repeatability. In industrial settings, it aids in quality control by providing consistent environmental conditions for product testing and development, generating valuable data for audits and quality assurance.

Recommendations

• Carefully plan the setup, defining the specific lux range required for your species and research protocols.
• Ensure regular calibration and verification of temperature and humidity settings using traceable standards.
• Follow best practices to avoid disrupting airflow and temperature stability, such as minimizing door openings.
• Adhere to safety regulations when using equipment with R-290 refrigerant, ensuring adequate ventilation and avoiding open flames.

Features

• Temperature range: 10–65 °C with illumination, 5–65 °C without.
• Humidity control: 40–95 %RH, with ±5 %RH fluctuation.
• Illumination: 0–15,000 lx, in five levels.
• Volume: 600 L, stainless-steel interior.
• Eco-friendly R-290 refrigerant.

Technical Specifications