Constant climate chambers from the APT.line™
KBF series:
Environmental simulation chambers for constant climatic conditions
The KBF series was particularly designed for absolutely reliable stability tests and precise maintenance of constant climatic conditions. It naturally also complies with all applicable guidelines such as ICH, FDA, GMP and GLP, with respect to programming and documentation requirements; with its large reserve capacity and many optional features, it is designed to meet future challenges for many years to come.
- Electronically controlled APT.line™ preheating chamber technology with DCT™ refridgeration system
- Temperature range: -10 °C to 100 °C (14 °F to 212 °F) (without humidity)
- Humidity range: 10 % RH to 90 % RH
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MCS controller with 25 storable programs of 100 sections each for a maximum of 500 program segments
- User-friendly LCD screen
- Easy-to-read menu guide
- Integrated electronic chart recorder
- Variety of options for the graphic display of process parameters
- Real-time clock
- Electronically controlled humidification and dehumidification system with SPH sensor technology
- Capacitive humidity sensor
- Suitable for stability tests in accordance with the ICH guideline Q1A
- Automatic defrosting device for long-term operation (except KBF 240)
- Inner glass door (KBF 240: Heated door, inner glass door with sealing)
- Environmentally friendly refrigerant R 134a
- Independent adjustable temperature safety device, Class 3.1 (DIN 12880) with optical and acoustic alarm
- Access port with silicone plug, Ø 30 mm (1.2 inch), right side (KBF 240: left side)
- Complete safety connection kit for water supply incl. water hose and drain (total length 6 m / 19.7 ft)
- RS 422 (KBF 240: Ethernet) interface for communication software APT-COM™ DataControlSystem
- 2 stainless steel racks
- BINDER test certificate
| KBF 115 | KBF 240 | KBF 720 | |
| Exterior dimensions | |||
| Width (mm/inch) | 834 / 32.8 | 905 / 35.6 | 1234 / 48.6 |
| Height (inclusive feet/castors) (mm/inch) | 1022 / 40.2 | 1458 / 57.4 | 1816 / 71.5 |
| Depth (mm/inch) | 646 / 25.4 | 765 / 30.1 | 867 / 34.1 |
| Plus door handle, I-panel, connection (mm/inch) | 100 / 3.9 | 52 / 2.0 | 100 / 3.9 |
| Wall clearance rear (mm/inch) | 100 / 3.9 | 100 / 3.9 | 100 / 3.9 |
| Wall clearance side (mm/inch) | 160 / 6.3 | 100 / 3.9 | 160 / 6.3 |
| Steam space volume (l/cu.ft.) | 158 / 5.6 | 338 / 11.9 | 855 / 30.2 |
| Height of water connections (± 3 mm / 0.12 inch) | 84 / 3.3 | 84 / 3.3 | 190 / 7.5 |
| Number of doors | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Number of inner glass doors | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Interior dimensions | |||
| Width (mm/inch) | 600 / 23.6 | 650 / 25.6 | 1000 / 39.4 |
| Height (mm/inch) | 480 / 18.9 | 785 / 30.9 | 1168 / 46.0 |
| Depth (mm/inch) | 400 / 15.8 | 470 / 18.5 | 600 / 23.6 |
| Interior volume (l/cu.ft.) | 115 / 4.1 | 240 / 8.5 | 700 / 24.7 |
| Racks, chrome-plated (number standard/max.) | 2 / 5 | 2 / 9 | 2 / 14 |
| Load per rack (kg/lbs.) | 20 / 44 | 30 / 66 | 45 / 99 |
| Permitted total load (kg/lbs.) | 50 / 110 | 100 / 221 | 120 / 265 |
| Weight of the unit (empty) (kg/lbs.) | 115 / 254 | 185 / 408 | 278 / 614 |
| Temperature data | |||
| Temperature range KBF without humidity (°C/°F) | -10-100/14-212 | -10-100/14-212 | -10-100/14-212 |
| Temperature range KBF with humidity (°C/°F) | 10-90 / 50-194 | 10-90 / 50-194 | 10-90 / 50-194 |
| Temperature variation without humidity | |||
| at 10 °C (50 °F) (KBF 240 at 25 °C (77 °F)) (± °C) | 0,4 | 0,3 | 0,4 |
| at 37 °C (98.6 °F) (KBF 240 at 40 °C (104 °F)) (± °C) | 0,3 | 0,4 | 0,4 |
| Temperature variation with humidity (KBF 240 at 25 °C (77 °F)) 2) (± °C) | 1 | 1,5 | 1 |
| Temperature fluctuation from 5 °C (9 °F) above ambient | |||
| temperature 2) (± °C) | 0,1 | 0,1 | 0,1 |
| Temperature fluctuation when refrigeration system | |||
| is in operation (± °C) | 0,5 | 0,5 | 0,5 |
| Heating up time 1), 2) | |||
| at 37 °C (98.6 °F) (KBF 240 from 25 °C (77 °F) to 40 °C (104 °F)) (Min.) | 23 | 15 | 28 |
| Cooling down time from room temp. 1), 2) | |||
| at 10 °C (50 °F) (KBF 240 from 40 °C (104 °F) to 5 °C (41 °F)) (Min.) | 35 | 80 | 35 |
| Recovery time after doors were open for 30 sec. 1), 2) | |||
| at 37 °C (98.6 °F) (KBF 240 at 25 °C (77°F) / 60% RH) (Min.) | 5 | 15 | 5 |
| at 50 °C (122 °F) (KBF 240 at 40 °C (104 °F) / 75% RH) (Min.) | 4 | 6 | 4 |
| Humidity fluctuation 2), 4) (± RH%) | 1,5 | 1,5 | 1,5 |
| Electrical data | |||
| Housing protection acc. to EN 60529 | IP 20 | IP 20 | IP 20 |
| Nominal voltage (±10 %) 50/60 Hz (V) | 230 | 200 - 240 | 230 |
| Nominal power (W) | 1700 | 2700 | 2760 |
| Energy consumption 4) at 37 °C (89.6 °F) (KBF 240 at 40 °C (104 °F)) (W) | 530 | 434 | 610 |
1) up to 98 % of the set value
2) value without illumin.
3) upon door opening or water exchange in humidity cylinder: > ± 1.5 r.H.%, recovery time approx. 20 min
4) these energy consumption values can be used upon calculation of air conditioning systems
By introducing in a humidity source to the inner chamber the minimal humidity range is affected. A water tap (1–10 bar/14.5–145 psi) with normal tap water (approx. 200–500 μS/cm tolerance + 300–150 μS/cm) is necessary for the installation of the humidifying and dehumidifying system. Furthermore, a 40 mm (1.6 inch) water drain with descending gradient is required.
All specified technical data apply for standard equipment operating at an ambient temperature of + 20 °C (68 °F), with line voltage fluctuations of ± 10%. These typical average values for series equipment were determined in accordance with the BINDER factory standard. They are based upon the recommended distances from the inner chamber walls, namely 10% of height, width and depth. Differing ambient temperatures or variances in the design of individual equipment may produce different performance data.
We therefore recommend that equipment be calibrated and/or validated on a case-by-case basis when working at the extremes of the permissible ambient temperature range.
