BOD Incubator

B.O.D. INCUBATOR – Precision Temperature-Controlled Incubator for Laboratory & B.O.D. Applications

The B.O.D. Incubator is engineered for laboratory applications where stable and accurately controlled temperature conditions are essential. It is suitable for Biological Oxygen Demand determination, microbiological studies, enzyme and serum studies, and general laboratory incubation requirements. The system combines a precision temperature-control arrangement with refrigeration, heating, forced air circulation, insulated construction and programmable monitoring features to provide a controlled environment for temperature-sensitive laboratory work. Its modular construction also allows the equipment to be supplied in different capacities and customized configurations according to application requirements.

KEY FEATURES

• Wide operating temperature range of 5.0 °C to 60.0 °C
• Accurate temperature regulation using a microprocessor-based PID controller
• High-accuracy RTD Class A temperature sensor
• Refrigeration system using a CFC-free Copeland compressor
• Forced air circulation for improved chamber temperature distribution
• Stainless steel internal chamber construction
• Double-wall construction with 3″ Thick CFC-free PUF insulation
• Stainless steel adjustable trays
• Inner viewing door with insulated external door
• Castor-mounted construction for convenient movement
• Multiple safety protection systems
• Optional data logging and software-based monitoring
• Available in capacities from 90 Liters to 1000 Liters
• Customized sizes available on request

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Parameter	Specification
Equipment Type	B.O.D. Incubator
Temperature Range	5.0 °C to 60.0 °C
Temperature Accuracy	+/- 0.1 °C
Temperature Uniformity	+/- 1.0 °C
Temperature Display	Digital LED 3 ½ digit
Display Resolution	0.1 deg C
Temperature Sensor	RTD Class A type high-accuracy sensor
Heating System	U-shaped Nichrome wire heater in SS Sheathing
Cooling System	Hermetically sealed CFC-free Copeland compressor
Refrigerant	R 134a
Air Circulation	Flange Motor with Impeller and blower
Interior Illumination	Provided for Working Area
Insulation	3″ Thick CFC-free PUF insulation
Power Supply	230V Ac, 50 Hz, and 15 Amps
Drain Connection	½” Nozzle at floor level
Preferred Room Temperature	Around 25 degree C

CHAMBER & BODY CONSTRUCTION

Inner Chamber – The working chamber is constructed to provide a clean and durable environment for laboratory operations.

• Stainless steel mirror-polished chamber
• Stainless steel trays
• Adjustable tray-height arrangement
• Interior illumination for improved visibility
• Full-viewing inner door

Outer Body – The external structure is designed for durability and long-term laboratory use.

Standard Model

• Heavy-gauge powder-coated CRC exterior
• Stainless steel mirror-polished chamber

GMP Model

• Stainless steel mirror-polished chamber
• Dull-finish stainless steel exterior

Insulation: The space between the double walls is filled with PUF insulation, with 3″ Thick CFC-free PUF insulation provided for effective thermal isolation.

DOOR & ACCESS SYSTEM

The incubator incorporates a two-door arrangement designed to minimize unnecessary heat loss during inspection.

• Inner full-viewing door
• Outer insulated door
• Lock and key arrangement
• Separate access to the chamber
• Castor wheels with front lock arrangement

TEMPERATURE CONTROL SYSTEM

• Temperature management is handled through a microprocessor-based PID temperature controller with an auto-tune facility.
• The control system is designed to provide precise temperature adjustment while the RTD Class A type high-accuracy sensor continuously monitors chamber conditions.
• The system incorporates both heating and refrigeration functions to maintain the required operating temperature between 5.0 °C to 60.0 °C.

COOLING & AIR MANAGEMENT

• The refrigeration system uses a hermetically sealed CFC-free Copeland compressor with R 134a refrigerant.
• For chamber air movement, a Flange Motor with Impeller and blower arrangement provides forced air circulation.
• This arrangement assists in maintaining temperature conditions throughout the working chamber.

SAFETY & PROTECTION

The equipment incorporates multiple protective features for safer laboratory operation:

• Over-temperature cut-off protection
• Compressor electrical overload cut-off
• Compressor switch-on time-delay protection
• Electrical short-circuit breaker

These features help protect the equipment against common electrical and operating conditions.

OPTIONAL CONTROL & DATA LOGGING

For applications requiring enhanced monitoring and documentation, the B.O.D. Incubator can be supplied with optional advanced control configurations.

Option 1: Microprocessor Auto Tune PID Controller with Data Login System with Software
Option 2: Microprocessor touch screen HMI colour display with PLC for data logging

These configurations can be selected according to the customer’s monitoring, documentation and data-management requirements.

DATA MANAGEMENT & RECORDING

For laboratories requiring traceability and electronic records, the system can support the following data-management functions:

• 21 CFR Part 11 Compliance Secured audit trail
• Multilevel password protection
• Programmable print interval between 1 to 240 minutes
• Multi-chamber data acquisition on single software
• PDF report generation
• Automatic logout
• Account blocking and reactivating facility
• Recording of log data, events and audit-trail data
• Tabular reports
• Graphical reports
• Audit-trail reports

AVAILABLE MODELS
Model No.	Inner Dimension (W x D x H) MM	Capacity (Liters)	No. of Trays
BOD90L	450 x 450 x 450	90	2
BOD120L	450 x 450 x 600	120	3
BOD220L	600 x 600 x 600	220	3
BOD340L	600 x 600 x 900	340	3
BOD450L	600 x 600 x 1200	450	4
BOD600L	700 x 700 x 1200	600	4
BOD800L	700 x 750 x 1500	800	4
BOD1000L	800 x 800 x 1500	1000	5

APPLICATION AREAS

The B.O.D. Incubator is suitable for controlled-temperature applications across a wide range of laboratory and industrial environments, including:

• Biological Oxygen Demand testing
• Environmental testing laboratories
• Microbiological laboratories
• Pharmaceutical laboratories
• Biotechnology applications
• Food and beverage laboratories
• Enzyme studies
• Serum studies
• Research and development laboratories
• General laboratory incubation
• Temperature-sensitive sample testing

CUSTOMIZATION

The equipment can be manufactured in customized sizes on request to accommodate specific chamber-volume requirements, laboratory layouts and application conditions.

STANDARD DOCUMENTATION

The following documentation can be supplied with the equipment:

• IQ OQ (PQ Optional)
• Calibration Certificate
• User Manual of Instrument