Helmer Scientific 5113256-1 Horizon Series 56 Cu. Ft. Double Door Laboratory Refrigerator

Details

The HLR256-GX Lab Refrigerator is a double door, upright GX Solutions model that safely stores reagents, samples, and controls. Essential alarm functionality provides continuous monitoring. Innovative OptiCool technology offers energy savings, quiet operation, and low heat output, in addition to excellent temperature uniformity, stability, and recovery after door openings.

Features:

  • OptiCool technology pairs a variable capacity compressor (VCC) and natural hydrocarbon refrigerants to ensure optimal temperature uniformity, recovery and stability, efficiently manage energy consumption and meet evolving environmental regulations
  • Optimized temperature uniformity, recovery and stability create best environment for sample storage
  • Reduced energy consumption (50-65% more efficient than traditional technology)
  • U.S. Environmental Protection Agency SNAP (Significant New Alternatives Policy) compliant refrigerants
  • Quiet operation (50 dB) creates fewer distractions and better working environment
  • Digital microprocessor temperature controller with built-in alarms, includes min/max display and reset
  • Cabinet built with high-quality construction meets or exceeds performance standards required by the medical and scientific industries
  • Adjustable powder coated shelves
  • Rear access port
  • Energy Star certified
  • Meets NSF/ANSI 456 Vaccine Storage Standard temperature performance requirements (must be configured with NSF/ANSI 456 Vaccine Storage Certification option which includes Certificate of Calibration)
  • Insulation: Sustainable, US EPA and SNAP approved foam
  • Door: 2, dual-pane glass
  • Access Port: Top Access Port- for external monitoring probe(s) (0.75" diameter. Left Sidewall Port - with interior and exterior plugs (1.75" diameter)
  • Casters: Yes, swivel-locking
  • Clearance Requirements: Minimum of 8" above and 3" behind unit for proper ventilation, clearance, and feature access

Facility Supply Rating

Branch circuit with earth ground, meeting plug/cord ratings as well as local electrical safety codes and requirements

  • 110-120V AC: 15 A (minimum)
  • 220-240V AC: 10 A (minimum)

Power Plug/Power Cord Length

NEMA 5-15 hospital-grade | 115V 60Hz, 8 to 10 ft (2.4-3.0m) Inquire about additional plug/cord options

Certifications/Regulatory Approvals

QPS (Certified to UL and CSA Standards) IEC/UL61010-2-011 (Dec 2016), CE 2797, RoHS, ETL

Refrigeration
  • Refrigeration System: VCC compressor-based, forced-air hydrocarbon
  • Compressor: Hermetic, variable speed (VCC). Rated speed range: 1300-4000 rpm
  • Condenser Type: Air-cooled fin and tube, sealed
  • Expansion Device: Cap tube
  • Evaporator Type: Direct expansion with forced-air fin and tube
  • Defrost Method: Automatic
  • Refrigerant: R600a, Isobutane, EPA SNAP compliant
Controller / Configuration Settings
  • User Interface: LED digital display, ?C or ?F
  • Power Switch: On/Off
  • Controller Type: Microprocessor with alarm/monitor
  • Security: Lockable doors
  • Control Sensor: RTD, stainless steel
  • Communication Ports: Remote alarm contacts
  • Power Failure Alarm: Yes
  • High/Low Alarms: Yes, fully adjustable
  • Door Ajar Alarm: Yes
  • Min/Max Temperature: Yes, display and reset
  • Temperature Monitoring Ballast: Yes, 4 oz bottle with screw cap, solid ballast optional
  • Battery Back-up: Yes, 9V, non-rechargeable, lithium

Featured Options & Accessories

Solid Ballast Simulator Kit for GX Model Refrigerators

Solid Ballast Simulator is a maintenance-free thermal buffering solution designed to replace glycerin bottles. Uses existing wall or ceiling-mounted bracket.

NSF/ANSI 456 Vaccine Storage Certification

Laboratory refrigerator or freezer is certified to NSF/ANSI 456 vaccine storage standard with this option. Package includes Certificate of Calibration generated with an ISO 17025 accredited reference thermometer and NSF/ANSI 456 and ETL labels.

Solid Door

Ideal for storage of light-sensitive products or to reduce risk of diversion.

Top Panel Cover (56 Cu. Ft.)

Top cover for GX 56 cu ft upright refrigerator. Attachment materials provided.

Ventilated Shelf (25 & 56 Cu. Ft.)

Full Shelf, Ventilated, White (with hardware). For field installation (for 25 and 56 cu ft refrigerators and freezers, GX models)

Ventilated Drawer (25 & 56 Cu. Ft.)

Ventilated drawers are fully extendable and powder-coated (for 25 and 56 cu ft refrigerators, GX models). Hardware is included.

Solid Stainless Steel Drawers (25/56 Cu. Ft.)

Liquid-tight drawers contain spills and are fully extendable (for Horizon Series 25 and 56 cu ft Refrigerators).

Locking Drawers (25 & 56 Cu. Ft.)

Stainless-steel drawers with ventilated cover and key lock offer secure storage for medications, vaccines, blood products, samples, and more (for 25 and 56 cu ft Refrigerators).

Out of stock
SKU
CESS-863401-00001
MPN
5113256-1
Features include: Digital microprocessor temperature controller, min/max display and reset, adjustable powder coated shelves, rear access port.
Specifications
DiscontinuedNo
Additional Specifications:
  • Product Type: Laboratory Refrigerator
  • Overall Exterior Dimensions: 59" (L) x 39.1" (W) x 78.9" (H)
  • Interior Dimensions: 54.7" (L) x 30" (W) x 58.1" (H)
  • Exterior Cabinet Dimensions: 59" (L) x 34.1" (W) x 78.9" (H)
  • Interior Storage Shelves Dimensions: 22.5" x 27.9"
  • Interior Volume: 56 Cu. Ft.
  • Temperature Range: +2?C to +10?C
  • Set-Point: +4?C
  • Electrical: 115V 60Hz | 220-240V 50-60Hz
  • Display: Horizon LED Alarm/Monitor
  • Noise Emission: 50 dB
  • Energy Efficiency: 3.5 kWh/day
  • Monitor: Horizon Controller
  • Door Type: Glass
  • Number of Doors: 2
  • Number of Ventilated Shelves: 8
  • Maximum Current: 4.3A | 2.5A
  • Ambient Operating Temperature:+15?C to +32?C | +59?F to +90?F
  • Uniformity: +/-1.0 ?C
  • Recovery to 8?C After 3 Min Door Opening: 7 Min
  • Stability: 0.07?C
  • Energy Consumption: 3.87 kWh/day
  • Heat Rejection: 1195 BTU/hr
  • Pull-Down Time to 4?C: 46 Min
  • Exterior/Interior Finish: Bacteria-Resistant Powder-Coating
  • Net Weight: 693 lbs
Unit of Measure (UOM)Each
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