Herrytech YQRG-3X100 Triple-Stack Programmable Artificial Climate Incubator
| Brand | Herrytech |
|---|---|
| Origin | Shanghai, China |
| Model | YQRG-3X100 |
| Instrument Type | Fully Automated (Programmable) |
| Temperature Range | 4–60 °C |
| Temperature Uniformity | ±0.5 °C at 37 °C |
| Humidity Range | 40–95 %RH |
| Humidity Uniformity | ±5 %RH |
| Illumination Range | 0–30,000 lx (continuously adjustable) |
| Capacity | 100 L per layer × 3 layers |
| Control Resolution | 0.1 °C |
| Temp. Fluctuation | ≤±0.5 °C |
| Power Supply | 220 V, 50 Hz |
| Power Consumption | 800 W per layer |
| Timer Range | 0–9999 min/h |
| Internal Lighting | 1× LED illumination lamp + 1× UV sterilization lamp per layer |
| Inner Chamber Dimensions | 500 × 500 × 400 mm × 3 layers |
| Overall Dimensions | 1030 × 760 × 1900 mm |
| Chamber Material | Mirror-finish stainless steel interior |
| Exterior Material | Cold-rolled steel with color-coated finish |
Overview
The Herrytech YQRG-3X100 Triple-Stack Programmable Artificial Climate Incubator is an engineered solution for precise, reproducible simulation of natural environmental conditions in life science laboratories. Designed around a modular triple-layer vertical architecture, it integrates independent climate control across three vertically stacked 100 L chambers—each operating as a fully autonomous incubation unit with dedicated temperature, humidity, and illumination regulation. This configuration leverages the fundamental principles of forced-air convection combined with CESAFE airflow management to ensure uniform distribution of conditioned air while minimizing cross-contamination risk. The system supports dynamic diurnal cycle programming—enabling accurate replication of day/night light–temperature–humidity profiles essential for plant phenotyping, seed germination studies, microbial culture maintenance, insect rearing, and post-harvest biological preservation. Its all-in-one architecture eliminates the need for multiple single-chamber units, reducing footprint by up to 60% without compromising experimental independence or parameter fidelity.
Key Features
- Triple-stack modular design: Three independent 100 L chambers (500 × 500 × 400 mm each), configurable as standalone units or integrated stacks—ideal for parallel multi-condition experiments.
- High-precision programmable control: 7-inch full-color capacitive touchscreen interface with real-time graphical display of temperature, humidity, illumination, and runtime curves.
- Multi-stage program capability: Up to 50 programmable segments per chamber, supporting up to 99 loop cycles; flexible timing options including start-on-power-up or start-on-reach-setpoint modes.
- Robust thermal management: Hermetically sealed compressor-based refrigeration system with automatic load-matching; Canadian-sourced high-stability heating elements with micro-integral power modulation for rapid, stable ramping.
- Advanced environmental uniformity: Forced-air circulation with optimized duct geometry ensures ±0.5 °C temperature uniformity at 37 °C and ±5 %RH humidity uniformity across all zones.
- Comprehensive safety architecture: Four-tier password protection (Operator, Technician, Administrator, Super-Administrator); over-temperature cutoff with auto-shutdown and fault logging; power-loss recovery with auto-resume functionality.
- Integrated lighting system: Continuously adjustable 0–30,000 lx white-light illumination per chamber plus dedicated UV-C germicidal lamp for periodic decontamination.
Sample Compatibility & Compliance
The YQRG-3X100 accommodates a broad spectrum of biological specimens—including plant seedlings, fungal cultures, tissue explants, nematodes, Drosophila stocks, and chilled biologics—without cross-layer interference. Each chamber features removable, height-adjustable stainless-steel shelving (standard one shelf per layer; optional add-ons available). The mirror-polished 304 stainless-steel interior resists corrosion from repeated humidity cycling and routine disinfection protocols. All materials comply with ISO 13485–aligned manufacturing practices. While not certified for IEC 61010-1 Class II medical device use, the system meets general laboratory equipment safety requirements per GB 4793.1–2007 (equivalent to IEC 61010-1:2010) and supports GLP-compliant operation through audit-trail-capable parameter logging and user-access controls.
Software & Data Management
The embedded controller records timestamped environmental data at user-defined intervals (1–60 min), storing up to 30 days of continuous history per chamber in non-volatile memory. Data export is supported via USB port in CSV format for downstream analysis in MATLAB, Python, or LIMS platforms. Real-time monitoring and remote parameter adjustment are possible via optional RS485 Modbus RTU interface (compatible with SCADA systems). The system maintains a tamper-evident event log—including setpoint changes, door openings, alarm triggers, and user login/logout events—satisfying basic FDA 21 CFR Part 11 record-keeping expectations when paired with institutional SOPs governing electronic records.
Applications
- Plant science: Photoperiod-controlled growth assays, vernalization studies, stress response screening under variable RH/temperature/light regimes.
- Microbiology: Maintenance of mesophilic and thermotolerant strains; humidity-dependent sporulation studies; fungal colony isolation under UV-suppressed conditions.
- Entomology: Diapause induction, developmental rate modeling, and circadian rhythm experiments requiring precise light–dark cycling.
- Biopreservation: Short-to-medium-term storage of sensitive cell lines, primary tissues, and enzymatic reagents under stabilized low-temperature/high-humidity conditions.
- Quality assurance: Stability testing of diagnostic reagents, vaccines, and pharmaceutical intermediates per ICH Q1 guidelines (when operated within validated parameter ranges).
FAQ
Can each chamber operate at different temperature, humidity, and light settings simultaneously?
Yes—each of the three stacked chambers functions as an independent environmental unit with fully decoupled control logic and sensor feedback loops.
Is the UV lamp intended for continuous operation or only periodic sterilization?
The UV-C lamp is designed for intermittent use (e.g., 15–30 min post-experiment) and automatically interlocks with door switches to prevent operator exposure.
Does the incubator support validation documentation (IQ/OQ/PQ) packages?
Herrytech provides factory calibration certificates and standard operating procedure templates; site-specific IQ/OQ execution requires third-party metrology services.
What is the expected service life of the compressor and heating elements?
Rated for ≥20,000 hours of operation under typical lab conditions; heating elements carry a lifetime warranty against material defects.
How is humidity generated and controlled?
Humidity is produced via ultrasonic mist generation coupled with PID-controlled steam dispersion and condensate recovery—no external water supply required.
