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.

BINDER Umweltsimulationsschränke

  • Electronically controlled APT.line™ preheating chamber technology
  • Temperature range: -10 °C to 100 °C (14 °F to 212 °F) (without humidity)
  • Humidity range: 10 % to 90 % RH
  • 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 with 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
  • Collecting pan for condensate on the door (KBF 115 and 720)
  • 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 115KBF 240KBF 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 (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   
Permissible ambient temperature range (°C/°F) 5) 18-32 / 64.4-89.6 - 18-32 / 64.6-89.6
KBF without humidity (°C/°F) -10-100/14-212 -10-100/14-212 -10-100/14-212
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 / - 0,2 0,4 / -
at 37 °C (98.6 °F) (KBF 240 at 40 °C (104 °F)) (± °C) 0,3 / - 0,3 0,4 / -
Temperature variation with humidity 2)   
at 25°C (77°F) (±°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 90 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 10 5
at 50 °C (122 °F) (KBF 240 at 40 °C (104 °F) / 75% RH) (Min.) 4 18 4
Humidity fluctuation 2), 4) (± RH%) 1,5 2,0 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) 1300 2700 2800
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
5) Recommended ambient temperature 20°C

You can operate your KBF 240 with water from three different sources:
1 Tap water [municipal] with a max. hardness of 8.0° dH = 1.4285 mmol/l (the hardness can be established from the water analysis of your water supplier)
2 We recommmend the BINDER Pure Aqua Service for longer maintenance intervals, regardless of water quality
3 Demineralized or deionized water available at the customer's location

For KBF 115 and 720:
Tap water with conductivity of approx. 200-500 μS/cm, total hardness 4°-8° dH, content of chloride < 100 mg/l (the hardness can be established from the water analysis of your water supplier)

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 (conductivity of 200–500 μS/cm tolerance + 300–150 μS/cm, total hardness 4º–8 ºdH, content of chloride < 100mg/l) 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 technical data are specified for units with standard equipment at an ambient temperature of 20 ºC (68 ºF) and a voltage fluctuation of ± 10 %. The temperature data are determinated in accordance to factory standard following DIN 12880 respecting the recommended wall clearances of 10 % of the height, width and depth of the inner chamber. All indications are average values, typical for units produced in series. We reserve the right to alter technical specifications at all times.