Zhicheng ZWYR-2102 Dual-Layer Programmable Temperature-Controlled Orbital Shaker with Color Touchscreen

Overview

The Zhicheng ZWYR-2102 Dual-Layer Programmable Temperature-Controlled Orbital Shaker is engineered for precision-controlled, long-duration incubation and agitation of biological samples under tightly regulated thermal and mechanical conditions. Utilizing orbital (circular) motion with a Φ35 mm amplitude and PID-regulated temperature control across a 4–60 °C range, the system ensures high reproducibility in microbial growth, enzyme kinetics, cell culture expansion, and molecular hybridization protocols. Its dual-shelf architecture provides 332 L of usable chamber volume—optimized for parallel processing of diverse vessel formats—including Erlenmeyer flasks (up to 1000 mL), microtiter plates, and test tubes—while maintaining uniform thermal distribution (≤ ±1.0 °C at 37 °C) and mechanical stability (±1 rpm speed accuracy). Designed for GLP-compliant laboratories, the unit integrates environmental scanning microprocessor logic to continuously monitor ambient fluctuations and dynamically adjust heating/cooling output and motor torque, minimizing thermal overshoot and mechanical shock during startup or setpoint transitions.

Key Features

• Dual independent stainless-steel shelves (734 × 458 mm each), electropolished for corrosion resistance and ease of decontamination
• 7-inch full-color TFT touchscreen with intuitive Chinese/graphical HMI, supporting animated status feedback and multi-level parameter navigation
• Advanced 6-segment × 12-step programmable logic: each segment configurable as ramp (linear temperature/speed gradient) or hold (constant setpoint), with individual time allocation up to 100 hours and up to 99 repeat cycles
• Multi-layer safety architecture: independent adjustable overtemperature cutoff, door-interlock shutdown, ground-fault circuit interruption (GFCI), compressor overload monitoring, and auto-shutoff upon low-water detection in refrigeration loop
• Brushless AC induction motor with wide-speed range (30–300 rpm), constant-torque delivery, and soft-start acceleration profile to prevent sample splashing or culture disruption
• Frost-free air-cooled refrigeration using R134a, with adaptive cooling capacity modulation based on real-time thermal load assessment
• Built-in micro-printer and RS-232 serial interface for audit-ready data export; supports timestamped event logging including alarms, setpoint changes, and power interruptions

Sample Compatibility & Compliance

The ZWYR-2102 accommodates standard laboratory vessels without adapter modification: up to 24 × 1000 mL flasks, 30 × 750 mL, 44 × 500 mL, 56 × 250 mL, or 104 × 100 mL units per shelf. Its mirror-finish stainless-steel chamber and removable, autoclavable platform components meet ISO 13485 cleanability requirements. The device operates within ambient conditions of 5–25 °C and complies with IEC 61010-1:2010 for laboratory electrical equipment safety. Firmware supports parameter encryption and user-level access control—enabling alignment with FDA 21 CFR Part 11 expectations for electronic records when paired with validated LIMS integration. All thermal and rotational performance specifications are verified per ASTM E1667–22 (Standard Practice for Performance Verification of Incubated Shakers).

Software & Data Management

The embedded firmware implements non-volatile parameter memory with automatic backup upon power-down. All operational events—including temperature deviations exceeding ±0.5 °C, speed excursions beyond ±2 rpm, door openings, refrigeration faults, and water-level warnings—are timestamped and stored locally for ≥30 days. The RS-232 port enables bidirectional communication with external lab management systems using ASCII-based command protocol (e.g., “GET_TEMP”, “SET_SPEED=180”). The integrated thermal printer produces hard-copy logs compliant with internal QA documentation standards; printouts include date/time stamps, operator ID (if configured), and signature fields for manual verification. No cloud connectivity or remote access capabilities are included—ensuring data sovereignty and network isolation per institutional IT security policies.

Applications

This shaker serves core workflows in academic research, pharmaceutical development, and clinical diagnostics laboratories. It is routinely deployed for: aerobic bacterial culture (E. coli, Bacillus spp.) in LB or TB media; yeast fermentation under controlled dissolved oxygen surrogates; mammalian suspension cell line expansion (CHO, HEK293); plasmid amplification and protein expression optimization; immunoassay plate washing and incubation; and environmental microbiology (e.g., BOD testing, bioremediation strain propagation). Its programmable ramp-and-hold functionality supports complex protocols such as synchronized temperature-phase transitions in circadian rhythm studies or sequential induction/repression schemes in synthetic biology constructs.

FAQ

Does the ZWYR-2102 support validation documentation (IQ/OQ/PQ)?
Yes—Zhicheng provides a vendor-issued OQ protocol template aligned with ASTM E1667, including test methods for temperature uniformity mapping, speed accuracy verification, and alarm response validation.
Can the touchscreen interface be configured for English language operation?
No—the HMI firmware is fixed to Simplified Chinese with graphical icons; no international language firmware variants are available.
Is the refrigeration system suitable for continuous operation at 4 °C?
Yes—the R134a-based air-cooling system is rated for uninterrupted 24/7 operation across the full 4–60 °C range, with thermal cycling endurance validated to ≥10,000 hours.
What is the warranty coverage and service support structure?
Standard warranty: 24 months parts and labor; extended service contracts include on-site calibration, preventive maintenance, and firmware updates—available through authorized regional distributors.
Are third-party flask holders or microplate adapters officially certified for use?
Only Zhicheng-branded interchangeable platforms (e.g., ZWYR-T1000, ZWYR-MP96) are mechanically and thermally validated; use of unqualified accessories may void safety certifications and thermal uniformity guarantees.