Analytical Science

Back

Benchtop Manifold Freeze-Dryer

EPIC Small Production Freeze Dryer

The EPIC Freeze Dryer offers up to 30 sq. ft (2.787 sq M) of shelf area with a condensing rate of 40 Liters in 24 hours and a capacity of 50 liters.

Pricing & Availability Download Catalogue Add to wishlist

Add to Cart Contact Us for better pricing. Warranty Details

Free delivery within Singapore only

EPIC^™ Freeze Dryer

Perfect for Small Scale Production

The EPIC Freeze Dryer offers up to 30 sq. ft (2.787 sq M) of shelf area with a condensing rate of 40 Liters in 24 hours and a capacity of 50 liters. With these specifications the price and performance of the EPIC Small Production Freeze Dryer beats anything in its class. Standard features include PC/PLC controls for data collection, self-testing features (automatic freeze-drying, defrost, and system and leak rate testing. Additionally, remote connection is available to allow for a simple troubleshooting and customer services with customer approval.

In addition to our standard features, advanced system option includes Clean in Place (CIP). This combination provides the ideal platform for simplified and optimized protocol development.

We have addressed common application issues in our design to ensure that the equipment does not a limit your freeze drying needs. These features include:

More accurate vacuum sensors
Superior shelf temperature uniformity
Reduced shelf temperature transition times
Increased stoppering pressure
No rubber hoses
No vapor flow choke points

Specifications

CONTROL SYSTEM

PC/PLC with ethernet and remote connectivity
Manual and automatic operating modes
Graphic and numeric data collection
Automatic system and leak rate testing

SHELF SYSTEM

Up to 30 sq. ft. of shelf area
18″ x 24″ each shelf size
Bulk or hydraulic stoppering option, 12 PSI stoppering pressure for 2ml vials
316L stainless steel on all wetted parts

CONDENSER

Choke free design
External condenser with 8" vapor port
Exposed coil condensing surface to eliminate vapor bypass
Hot gas defrost

REFRIGERATION

Oversized and highly reliable scroll compressors
CFC-free, non-proprietary refrigerants

VACUUM

Pirani vacuum sensor with solenoid control
Gas backfill
Corrosion resistant vacuum pump
Option: Capacitance manometer with proportional control

FITTINGS

Sanitary and KF fittings on all chamber access ports

Note: Specifications subject to change without notice. All specifications based on 20C ambient on 60Hz.

EPIC STANDARD FEATURES
SHELF AREA	15 sq ft to 30 sq ft (1.394 to 2.787 sqM)
SHELF ASSEMBLY	Bulk or Hydraulic Stoppering
SHELF TEMPERATURE RANGE	-70º to + 65°C
SHELF HEAT TRANSFER	Hollow Fluid Filled
SHELF SIZE/FINISH	18″x24″, 316 L SS, 20 Ra or better
CONDENSER TEMP	-85°C
CONDENSER CAPACITY	50L
CONDENSER RATE	40L in 24 hours
CONDENSER STYLE	Exposed Coil, 8" vapor port
DEFROST	Hot Gas
COMPRESSORS (SCROLL)	5 HP 1st stage, 3.5 HP 2nd stage
PRODUCT SENSORS	4 Type T Thermocouples
VACUUM PUMP	Corrosion Resistant
VACUUM CONTROL	Pirani w/ Solenoid & Needle Valve Option: Capacitance manometer with proportional control
GAS BACKFILL	Included
CONTROL SYSTEM	PC/PLC with Opti-Dry Software
TRAYS	Two per shelf included
CABINET	62″w x 44″d x 87.5″h
ELECTRICAL	230V/60Hz, 3ph, 60A 480V/60Hz, 3ph, 40A 230V/50Hz, 3ph, 60A 415V/50Hz, 3ph, 40A

Vial Capacity

VIAL (ml)	DIA (mm)	HT (mm)	# Shelves
			5	6	7	8	9	10
2	16	41	5760	6912	8064	9216	10368	11520
5	22	48	2990	3588	4186	4782	5382	-
10	24	58	2410	2892	3374	3856	4338	-
20	29	71	1610	1932	2254	2576	-	-
50	43	81	660	792	924	1056	-	-
100	52	92	450	540	630	-	-	-

* Capacity data shown in the above chart is an approximation.

Shelf Configuration

Shelves	Spacing (in/mm)	Area (sq ft/sq M)
5	5.5 / 139	15 / 1.39
6	4.5 / 114	18 / 1.67
7	3.75 / 95	21 / 1.95
8	3.25 / 82	24 / 2.23
9	2.8 / 71	27 / 2.51
10	2.5 / 63	30 / 2.79

Bulk Fill

Depth	5	6	7	8	9	10
10mm	13.9	16.7	19.5	22.3	25	27.8
15mm	20.9	25	29.2	33.4	37.6	41.8
20mm	27.8	33.4	39	44.6	50.1	55.7

* Capacity data shown in the above chart is an approximation.

OPTI-DRY^® PC/PLC Control

The EPIC Series comes complete with PLC controls and a PC for programming and data collection. Our easy-to-use software provides automatic freeze-drying, defrost, and system test. Data can be printed either numerically or graphically. This same control system can be used on industrial dryers, allowing scaling to production. An interactive maintenance screen simplifies component servicing.

OPTI-DRY uses an ethernet platform for hardware connectivity making data transmission extremely fast. It also provides web connectivity for those who want remote access to their systems.