LabCompanion RZ-80 LED Temperature and Humidity Controlled Chamber
| Brand | LabCompanion |
|---|---|
| Origin | Guangdong, China |
| Manufacturer Type | Direct Manufacturer |
| Product Origin | Domestic (China) |
| Model | RZ-80 |
| Pricing | Available Upon Request |
Overview
The LabCompanion RZ-80 LED Temperature and Humidity Controlled Chamber is an engineered environmental test system designed for precise, stable, and repeatable simulation of temperature and relative humidity conditions in laboratory and quality assurance settings. Utilizing a closed-loop PID-controlled refrigeration and humidification system combined with high-efficiency LED-based chamber illumination, the RZ-80 maintains setpoint accuracy across its operational range without introducing thermal load or spectral interference from traditional lighting sources. Its compact desktop footprint—optimized for benchtop integration—enables controlled environmental exposure of small-scale samples, electronic components, pharmaceutical packaging, polymer specimens, and calibration standards under ISO 17025–compliant conditions. The chamber operates on the principle of forced-air convection with a multi-directional air distribution manifold, ensuring minimal spatial deviation in temperature (±0.3 °C) and humidity (±2 % RH) throughout the working volume.
Key Features
- Compact desktop design (W × D × H: 450 × 450 × 550 mm internal volume) optimized for space-constrained laboratories and cleanroom-adjacent workstations.
- LED lighting integrated into chamber ceiling—cool-running, low-power, and spectrally neutral—eliminates radiant heating effects and supports photostability testing per ICH Q1B guidelines.
- Multi-layer insulated double-wall construction with vacuum-sealed door gasket and anti-condensation heated glass window ensures thermal integrity and minimizes energy consumption.
- Modular expansion interface supporting optional add-ons: BIAS (Built-in Analog Input System) for real-time analog signal logging, and external data logger compatibility via RS-485/Modbus RTU protocol.
- Advanced airflow architecture featuring dual axial fans and tangential diffuser nozzles achieves uniform vertical/horizontal air velocity distribution (<0.2 m/s variation), critical for minimizing stratification during long-term stability studies.
Sample Compatibility & Compliance
The RZ-80 accommodates standard sample trays (up to 10 kg total load), PCB carriers, vial racks, and petri dish stacks. Its interior chamber is constructed from electropolished stainless steel (AISI 304) with removable shelves and non-corrosive fasteners—compatible with ISO 14644-1 Class 7 cleanroom handling protocols. The system meets EN 60068-2-1 (cold), EN 60068-2-2 (dry heat), and EN 60068-2-78 (damp heat) test method requirements. Optional IQ/OQ documentation packages are available to support GLP and GMP validation per FDA 21 CFR Part 11 and Annex 11 expectations, including audit trails for setpoint changes, alarm logs, and calibration history.
Software & Data Management
The embedded controller features a 4.3-inch capacitive touchscreen with intuitive menu navigation and multilingual UI (English, German, Japanese). Real-time trending graphs display temperature and RH profiles over time; up to 100 user-defined test programs can be stored onboard. Data export is supported via USB flash drive (CSV format) or Ethernet connection to LabCompanion’s optional CloudLink™ platform—enabling remote monitoring, automated report generation (PDF/Excel), and role-based access control. All logged parameters comply with ALCOA+ principles: Attributable, Legible, Contemporaneous, Original, Accurate, Complete, Consistent, Enduring, and Available for regulatory review.
Applications
- Accelerated aging studies of medical device packaging per ASTM F1980 and ISO 11607.
- Stability testing of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and finished dosage forms under ICH Q5C conditions.
- Environmental stress screening (ESS) of microelectronics prior to burn-in and HALT/HASS protocols.
- Material property evaluation—including moisture absorption kinetics of composites, hygroscopic swelling of hydrogels, and dimensional stability of precision optics mounts.
- Reference standard conditioning prior to metrological calibration (e.g., hygrometers, thermistors) in accordance with ISO/IEC 17025 Clause 7.8.3.
FAQ
What is the operating temperature and humidity range of the RZ-80?
The standard configuration supports –20 °C to +80 °C and 20 % to 98 % RH. Extended low-temperature (-40 °C) and high-humidity (99.9 % RH) variants are available upon request.
Does the RZ-80 support validation documentation for regulated industries?
Yes—factory-issued IQ/OQ protocols, traceable calibration certificates (NIST-traceable sensors), and electronic audit trail configuration files are provided as optional deliverables.
Can multiple RZ-80 units be stacked vertically?
Yes—the unit features reinforced top-panel load-bearing capacity (up to 30 kg) and integrated alignment guides for safe, vibration-damped stacking without structural modification.
Is the LED lighting spectrum customizable?
Standard output is full-spectrum white (CCT 6500 K, CRI >90); narrowband UV-A (365 nm) or blue-light (450 nm) LED modules are available as configurable options for photochemical testing.
How is humidity controlled without condensation on chamber walls?
Humidity is managed via a dedicated steam generator with pulse-width modulated power control and a heated chamber wall system that maintains surface temperature above dew point at all operating conditions.
