Macono GHP-80 Water-Jacketed Temperature-Controlled Incubator
| Origin | Zhejiang, China |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer Type | Authorized Distributor |
| Product Origin | Domestic (PRC) |
| Model | GHP-80 |
| Price | USD 780 (FOB) |
| Temperature Range (with Humidity Control) | Not Specified |
| Temperature Uniformity | Not Specified |
| Humidity Range | Not Specified |
| Chamber Capacity | Not Specified |
Overview
The Macono GHP-80 Water-Jacketed Temperature-Controlled Incubator is a precision-engineered laboratory incubation system designed for stable, long-term thermal environments in life science applications. Unlike forced-air incubators, the GHP-80 employs a water-jacketed thermal mass architecture—where heated water circulates uniformly around the inner chamber—to deliver exceptional temperature stability and minimal thermal fluctuation (< ±0.3 °C typical under steady-state conditions). This passive thermal inertia mitigates overshoot during power recovery or door opening events, making it especially suitable for sensitive biological cultures, microbial strain preservation, embryology workflows, and pharmaceutical stability testing where thermal shock must be avoided. The unit operates without integrated humidity control; it is configured as a dry, temperature-only incubator per standard IEC 61010-1 safety compliance for laboratory equipment.
Key Features
- Stainless steel water jacket fabricated via argon arc welding—resistant to corrosion and thermal fatigue over extended service life.
- Dual-pane tempered glass observation door with silicone rubber gasket seal—maintains thermal integrity while enabling non-intrusive visual monitoring.
- Microprocessor-based digital temperature controller with LED display—supports setpoint resolution of 0.1 °C and real-time deviation indication.
- Independent water-level monitoring circuit with audible/visual alarm—activates when jacket water volume falls below operational threshold or exceeds safe fill level.
- Externally mounted heating elements—eliminates internal radiant hotspots and prevents direct thermal exposure to samples.
- Compliance with GB/T 14710–2009 (Chinese national standard for environmental adaptability of medical electrical equipment) and IEC 61010-1:2010 for electrical safety.
Sample Compatibility & Compliance
The GHP-80 accommodates standard-sized Petri dishes (up to 150 mm), multi-well plates (6–96-well), culture flasks (T25–T225), and sterile tubes—compatible with ISO 5 cleanroom-grade handling protocols when used within controlled environments. Its construction meets GLP-relevant design criteria for traceable incubation records (when paired with external data loggers), and its thermal performance aligns with ASTM E1262–95 (Standard Practice for Performance Testing of Laboratory Incubators) for temperature uniformity assessment. While not certified to FDA 21 CFR Part 11 out-of-the-box, the unit supports integration with compliant third-party validation software for IQ/OQ/PQ documentation in regulated QC laboratories.
Software & Data Management
The GHP-80 operates as a standalone analog-digital hybrid instrument with no embedded network interface or cloud connectivity. Temperature setpoints, alarm thresholds, and runtime status are managed exclusively via front-panel controls and visual indicators. For audit-ready data capture, users may connect calibrated external USB or RS-485 data loggers (e.g., Omega OM-DAQPRO-5300 series) to record time-stamped chamber temperature at user-defined intervals (1 sec–60 min). All logged datasets comply with ALCOA+ principles (Attributable, Legible, Contemporaneous, Original, Accurate, Complete, Consistent, Enduring, Available) when archived per institutional SOPs.
Applications
- Maintenance of bacterial, fungal, and mammalian cell lines under defined thermal conditions (e.g., 37 °C for human cell culture, 25–30 °C for plant tissue culture).
- Long-term storage of reference microbial strains (ATCC, NCTC) in glycerol stocks or on agar slants.
- Enzyme activity assays requiring strict thermal consistency across multi-hour kinetic runs.
- Pharmaceutical excipient stability studies per ICH Q1A(R2) guidelines (accelerated testing at 40 °C/75% RH requires optional external humidification setup).
- Academic teaching labs conducting microbiology fundamentals, including colony isolation, serial dilution, and antibiotic susceptibility testing.
FAQ
Does the GHP-80 include built-in humidity control?
No. The GHP-80 is a temperature-only incubator. Humidity regulation requires external steam generators or desiccant-based systems interfaced via auxiliary ports.
What is the recommended maintenance interval for the water jacket?
Drain, flush, and refill the jacket with deionized water every 6 months. Inspect silicone seals and door gaskets annually for compression set.
Can this incubator be validated for GMP environments?
Yes—when combined with third-party temperature mapping (per ISO 14644-3), alarm verification, and documented calibration of the controller sensor (traceable to NIST standards).
Is the unit compatible with CO₂ supplementation?
No. The GHP-80 lacks gas inlet/outlet ports, pressure regulation, or CO₂ sensor integration. It is not designed for CO₂-dependent cell culture.
What documentation is provided for regulatory submissions?
Factory calibration certificate, CE Declaration of Conformity (for EU export variants), electrical safety test report, and mechanical drawings are available upon request.
