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The newly offered ISF1-Z Basic Beluga emerged from a customized
project and was
specifically designed for automation and robotic systems. A robot arm can reach into the chamber with its generous interior space and grab any vessel from the tray.
The incubator shaker also includes the two options automatic door and the newly developed Kuhner Tray Positioning System (Kuhner TPS+) which are essential for robotic applications. The ISF1-Z Basic Beluga can be integrated into many areas of automation, such as screening for an optimal cell line, for media development or analytical applications.
One key feature for the integration of incubator shakers into automated bioprocesses is a reliable exact stop position of the shaking table. Kuhner shakers can stop at any of 48 possible positions, which can be programmed on the MMI display or Kuhner Insight software. This feature is standard for our Kuhner direct drive. This Tray Positioning System (TPS) is based on a magnetic lock-in and requires no maintenance. The ISF1-Z Basic Beluga contains the advanced Tray Positioning System TPS+ which is similar to the standard TPS, but one of the 48 positions is an exact stop and has an alarm function in case anything is misaligned. This is crucial for automated/robotic applications.
Feel free to contact our team of ISF1-Z Basic Beluga experts for more information:
Independently of the bus system your monitoring system applies, our flexible NET-60 interface connects all conventional bus systems to the Kuhner shaker internal CAN-bus. You can find more information about the interfaces in our Kuhner Technology section.
In addition to the standard interfaces, the Beluga has been expanded by optocoupler modules. This allows for an increased number of input and output signals, enabling significantly more specific interactions. A modified D-Sub connector on the back of the shaking incubator is available for this purpose. With the additional input and output signals, user safety in handling the automated system is increased.
The improved maintenance-free direct drive of the ISF1-Z series is stronger, offers higher shaking frequencies and has a longer lifespan than ever. It guarantees accurate control and low energy consumption/heat dissipation even at high speeds. Kuhner’s direct drive system and the newly designed shaking table allows the shaking diameter to be changed at any time – quickly and easily. Different fixed shaking diameters (3, 6, 9, 12.5, 19, 25, 50, 70 mm) are adjustable. And even a stepless adjustment is available as an option.
We subject all our shaking machines to an elaborate final test before delivery and send the test protocols to our customers. All ISF1-Z Basic Beluga components are designed for durability and reliability. A Kuhner shaker is a cost-effective investment in quality backed with a five-year warranty.
Dr. Shakers Helpful Hint N°4 explains what the shaking diameter is and how you can determine the shaking diameter of your lab shaker.
Find information on the importance of the shaking diameter for biological cultivations in our Shaking Technology Forum: Why is the shaking diameter important?
Unit | ISF1-Z(C) Basic
| |
Power consumption typical | W | approx. 220 |
Power consumption max. | W | approx. 1000 |
Incubation gas volume | L | 555 |
Weight | kg | 257 |
Illumination | type | LED |
Operation menu MMI | DE, FR, EN, IT, ES | |
Operation menu Insight | EN | |
Interface, standard | CAN-Bus | |
Interface, optional | USB, Ethernet, digital, analogue | |
Ambient temperature | °C | 10 - 35 |
Cable feedthrough port | mm | 40 |
Dimensions (L x D x H) | mm | 1288 x 860 x 771 |
Material incubation chamber | stainless steel | |
Material outer chamber | painted stainless steel | |
Useful height above shaker tray | mm | 705 |
Door glass and frame | - |
Unit | ISF1-Z(C) Basic
| |
Cooling | yes/no | no |
Temp. minimum | °C | RT + 10 |
Temp. maximum | °C | 80 (60 with CO2) |
Temperature distribution at 37°C/85% r.H. | ± °C | < 0.20 |
Power of heating (electric) | W | 800 (resistance) |
Power of cooling (electric) | W | - |
Principle of temp. sensor | type | Pt-100 |
Gas circulation | m3 / h | 570 |
Unit | ISF1-Z(C) Basic
| |
CO2 max. | % | 20 |
CO2 min. | % | 0 |
Accuracy absolute | ± % | 0.40 at 5 % CO2 |
Temperature range | °C | up to 60 |
CO2 supply | bar | max. 2 bar overpressure |
Principle of sensor | type | Infrared |
Unit | ISF1-Z(C) Basic
| |
Motor | type | direct drive |
Shaking diameter (user-adjustable, all incl.) | mm | 3/6/9/12.5/19/25/50/70 |
Shaking motion | type | orbital |
Shaking frequency range at 12.5 mm | rpm | 0/20 - 500 |
Shaking frequency range at 25 mm | rpm | 0/20 - 400 |
Shaking frequency range at 50 mm | rpm | 0/20 - 300 |
Shaking frequency range at 70 mm | rpm | 0/20 - 250 |
Tray size max. | mm | F (800 x 420 mm) |
Loading max. | kg | 25 (up to 60**) |
Setting, digital | rpm | 1 |
Accuracy absolute | ± rpm | 0,5 |
Timer | s:h | 1 s - 999 h |
Acceleration | controlled | |
Active brake | adjustable | |
Stop on position | yes | |
Power of standard motor (EM-Z /
EM-Z (HP/HS)) | W | 70 / 140 |
* depends on shaking speed and diameter (specification sheet available) ** High Speed Specific technical data for 3mm/1000rpm under options Technical data subject to change | ||
Technical data subject to change
The universal tray can be fitted with clamps for Erlenmeyer flasks, test tube holders, microtiter plates, or custom made holders to suit your requirements. Rearranging these clamps and holders is quick and simple.
Order number | Description |
|---|---|
102212 | Universal tray FU (800 x 420 mm) |
101422 | Clamp U-2500 for Ultra Yield flask from Thomson |
FU-tray with 8x Ultra Yield flasks (2500 mL) from Thomson
A special F-size universal tray (800x420mm) is now available to shake large Erlenmeyer flasks. It is ideal for cell culture.
This tray allows parallel shaking of 7 x 3L Corning Fernbach culture flasks or 7 x 5L Thomson Optimum Growth flasks at a maximum orbital diameter of 50mm. The FUM-V has no handles and a V support underneath the tray raises it above the clamping mechanism creating more space for flasks.
Clamps must be ordered separately. (Order number: 101425)
Order number | Description |
|---|---|
100546 | Special universal tray, FUM-V with V support |
101425 | U-3000F clamp for Fernbach flasks: |
The
clamps are riveted onto this tray and cannot be removed. It offers
maximum stability and will often hold a larger number of flasks than an
universal
tray.
Ordner number | Description | Number of clamps |
|---|---|---|
101557 | F-25 ml | 153 |
101558 | F-50 ml | 100 |
101559 | F-100 ml | 74 |
101560 | F-125 ml | 60 |
101561 | F-150 ml | 60 |
101562 | F-200 ml | 40 |
101563 | F-250 ml | 40 |
101564 | F-300 ml | 30 |
101565 | F-500 ml | 26 |
101566 | F-1000 ml | 16 |
101567 | F-1500 ml | 12 |
101568 | F-2000 ml | 9 |
106226 | F-2500U | 8 |
101569 | F-3000 ml | 8 |
101570 | F-4000 ml | 5 |
101571 | F-5000 ml | 4 |
Kuhner has designed a new F-size tray (800 x 420mm) which is ideal for cell culture. The F-V5000/7 tray allows parallel shaking of 7 x 3L Corning Fernbach culture flasks, 7 x 5L Corning Erlenmeyer flasks or 7 x 5L Thomson Optimum Growth flasks. Flasks are held in position by pins and are easily placed on the tray and removed just as quickly.
This tray has been designed for easy cleaning and efficient handling of samples.
Order number | Description |
|---|---|
104956 |
F-V5000/7 |
The whole tray is covered with a rubber mat and is particularly suitable for shaking containers at low speed (e.g. blood bags).
Order number | Description |
|---|---|
105311 | Rubber mat FG (800 x 420 mm) |
A tray fitted with sticky strips is especially useful for flasks shaken at low speeds (up to 200rpm). The flask is placed directly on the sticky strip without the need for any other support. Flasks of all sizes can be used. Sticky strips are available individually or in sets and can also be supplied already fitted to a tray. The E-size tray accepts four strips, while the EX-size tray requires five strips and the F-size tray eight strips.
Ordner number | Description |
|---|---|
105200 | F-size
tray with 8 sticky strips (clear) |
105194 | 1 sticky strip: 385 x 85 x 3 mm (clear) |
The PC-plate increases the adhesion of the sticky strips. This is particularly helpful if using flasks >500ml.
Order number | Description |
|---|---|
100531 | F-size tray with 8 sticky strips (clear) |
105220 | F-size
tray with 2 big sticky strips (clear) |
105194 | 1
sticky strip: 385 x 85 x 3mm (clear) |
105196 | 1
big sticky strip: 395 x 385 x 3mm (clear) |
The
dual tray offers two shaking levels and doubles the capacity. It is available
in EXU, EX, FU and F size and the upper tray can be removed.
Please note the shaking speed is limited.
Order number | Description |
|---|---|
102217 | two FU trays with 180mm distance (with holes) |
102218 |
two F trays with 180mm distance |
102219 | two FU trays with 200mm distance (with holes) |
102220 |
two F trays with 200mm distance |
This tray offers an alternative to both clamps and sticky mats and is ideal for tall containers. The tray is covered with a rubber mat and has an upright at each corner. The F-tray is fitted with six cross supports. These support bars securely clamp containers.
Order number | Description | Number of longitudinal girders |
|---|---|---|
106134 | FA-tray
with rubber mat and 6 cross supports | 2 |
This tray was developed to shake (orbital or linear) 2D-Bags. Rubber bands secure for example smaller blood and cryo bags. The tray is compatible with ISF1-Z, ISF4-X, Rack System (SBM/SS-X) and LS-Z shakers. It accepts various brands and sizes of pillow shaped single-use bags:
Order number | Description |
|---|---|
105017 | F-tray for 2D-bag with working volume 1/5/10L |
This tray was developed for shaking (orbital or linear) different types of 2D-bag. The tray consists of an aluminium base with a flexible mounting system on top.The mounting system can be manually adjusted to facilitate the controlled fixing of different sized cultivation bags. The mounting bars on both longitudinal sides can be moved up and down to hold the cultivation bag in place, while rubber bands will secure the smaller blood and cryo bags. The F-2D-Bag-tray is compatible with ISF1-Z, ISF4-X, Rack System (SBM/SS-X) and LS-Z shakers. The tray accepts various brands and sizes of pillow shaped single-use bags:
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Order number | Description |
|---|---|
105052 | F-Tray for 2D-bag
with working volume 1/5/10L |
The universal stacking adapter allows other equipment to be placed on top of an ISF1-X/Z incubator shaker, providing an additional work surface. Create more space in your laboratory with the universal stacking adapter.
Ordner number | Description |
|---|---|
105873 | Universal
stacking adapter on ISF1-X/Z |
The user-friendly Kuhner Insight software was developed for supervision, monitoring, and recording of data. The software is easy to operate. More.
Kuhner shakers are equipped with a CAN-bus. CAN-USB, CAN-Ethernet, EMI-60 and NET-60 are all well established interfaces. More.
Kuhner has designed a new light shade plate for the ISF1-Z incubator. This plate is easily placed in front of the door window to prevent radiation affecting the contents of the incubator chamber. It protects light sensitive media from UV, artificial and/or daylight.
Simply lift up the light shade plate to look at the cultures without opening the incubator door. When light protection is no longer required, the plate is easily removed.
Check out the Kuhner EquipNote "Light protection for Kuhner incubators".
Order number | Description |
|---|---|
102302 | Light shade plate for ISF1-Z |
Watch the following video and learn why the ISF1-Z Basic Beluga is the perfect fit for automated processes.
The following flyers provide information about the machines and function-specific solutions.
Kuhner shakers are suitable for the cultivation of microbial, plant, human and animal cell cultures. Find more information about the different application areas and suitable product recommendations for optimal cultivation here.
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