VWR VWR-HC-PLD-72-TS Premium Touchscreen Laboratory Glass Door Refrigerator Variable Speed Compressor, R290, 72 cu. ft.

VWR Premium Touchscreen Laboratory Glass Door Refrigerator Variable Speed Compressor, 8-Inch Color Touchscreen Interface, Automated Data Logging and USB Export R290, 72 cu. ft.

The VWR Premium Touchscreen Laboratory Glass Door Refrigerator (Catalog No: 77696-002 / Model: VWR-HC-PLD-72-TS), supplied by VWR International, is an extra-large 72 cubic foot (2039 L) capacity cold storage solution engineered for demanding research, clinical, and pharmaceutical laboratory environments. Driven by a hermetic Variable Speed Compressor (VSC) operating across a 1600–4000 rpm speed range, this unit automatically self-adjusts to internal thermal loads to optimize energy efficiency, reduce operational noise (47 dBA or less), and deliver rapid pull-down performance (80 minutes to nominal operating temperature).

Central to its operational workflow is an 8-inch color touchscreen microprocessor controller featuring intuitive pinch-to-zoom navigation, 0.1°C resolution (°C/°F switchable), and real-time graphing for 24-hour or 7-day temperature trend monitoring. Automated on-board data logging records cabinet temperature trends and timestamped alarm logs at selectable 5, 10, or 15-minute intervals, which are easily exported via an integrated USB port in standard .csv or .pdf formats. Multi-tier password protection (User, Supervisor, Admin) with automatic inactivity logout ensures compliance and prevents unauthorized parameter adjustments.

The external cabinet is constructed of heavy-duty white powder-coated steel insulated with high-density EPA-compliant foamed-in-place urethane foam. Equipped with three full-height glass swing doors (right and left hinged) with integrated key locks, the unit provides complete visual access while maintaining sample security. Forced-air circulation technology combined with a zero-energy cycle defrost system yields exceptional thermal performance, maintaining a tight cabinet uniformity of ±0.86°C, stability of ±0.61°C, and a maximum cabinet temperature variation of ±1.15°C across an adjustable operating range of 1°C to 10°C (nominal set point 4°C).

During power interruptions, an integrated 12V high-capacity battery backup maintains full operation of the touchscreen display, data acquisition (DAQ), logging features, and audible/visual alarms (including door ajar, temperature deviation, low voltage, and power failure alerts with customizable delay and ring-back functions). Utilizing eco-friendly, EPA SNAP-compliant R290 natural hydrocarbon refrigerant, this unit is ETL/cETL listed to UL 471 standards and is backed by a 3-year parts and labor warranty plus a 7-year compressor parts warranty.

Features:

• Variable Speed Compressor (VSC) Efficiency: Hermetic VSC self-adjusts speeds between 1600 and 4000 rpm based on cooling demand, ensuring low heat rejection (625 BTU/hr), low energy use (2.02 kWh/day), and quiet operation (≤47 dBA).
• Triple Glass Door Enclosure: Three full-length glass swing doors with key locks allow rapid, full-cabinet visual inventory checks without disturbing internal storage conditions.
• 8-Inch Color Touchscreen Interface: State-of-the-art color touchscreen controller with real-time temperature graphing, pinch-to-zoom/scroll navigation, customizable brightness, 0.1°C display resolution, and statistical summaries.
• Automated Data Logging & USB Export: Continuous temperature and alarm event logging at 5, 10, or 15-minute intervals, downloadable in .csv and .pdf formats via front USB port.
• Multi-Tiered Access Security: Role-based password protection (User, Supervisor, and Admin PINs) with automatic logout to safeguard system settings and operational compliance.
• Superior Thermal Accuracy: Forced-air circulation system delivers exceptional cabinet uniformity of ±0.86°C and stability of ±0.61°C, with an 80-minute pull-down time to nominal set point.
• Cycle-Optimized Zero-Energy Defrost: Automatic defrost cycle maintains thermal efficiency without introducing heat spikes or increasing energy consumption.
• 12V High-Capacity Battery Backup: Keeps the touchscreen controller, DAQ monitoring, data logging, and complete alarm system active during mains power outages.
• High-Capacity Interior Configuration: Features 15 adjustable shelves with rear guard rails, optional pull-out drawers, full-coverage shielded LED lighting, and a 3/4" rear-wall probe access port.
• Eco-Friendly R290 Hydrocarbon Refrigerant: Powered by natural, EPA SNAP-compliant R290 refrigerant. Supported by a 3-year parts and labor warranty and a 7-year compressor parts warranty.

Specifications:

Standard delivery typically takes 5-7 business days, while expedited shipping takes 2-3 business days