Equipment Model

Labquip India FreeZone

Description

The Labquip India FreeZone Freeze Dryer is a laboratory-grade lyophilization system designed for removing water and other solvents from frozen samples through sublimation under vacuum. It is widely used for preserving biological materials, pharmaceuticals, and food samples without compromising structural or biochemical integrity. The freeze dryer allows for long-term storage and improved stability of heat-sensitive samples.

Lab

CIF Room No: 3154

Institute

Central Analytical Laboratory

Location

CIF Room No: 3154, Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Vidya Vihar, Pilani, Rajasthan 333031, India

• Applications

  • Pharmaceutical Industry: Preservation and formulation of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), vaccines, and injectable drugs.

  • Biotechnology: Lyophilization of enzymes, proteins, DNA/RNA, and cell cultures.

  • Food Science: Drying of heat-sensitive food ingredients and functional components for stability and shelf life extension.

  • Clinical and Biomedical Research: Long-term storage of serum, plasma, tissue, and microbiological specimens.

  • Environmental Studies: Concentration and preservation of environmental samples for later analysis.

  • Material Science: Drying of nanoparticle suspensions and other labile formulations.

• Key Features

  • Efficient sublimation using deep vacuum and low-temperature condenser systems.

  • Preserves biological and chemical integrity of samples by avoiding high temperatures.

  • Available with multiple manifold options for vials, flasks, and bulk trays.

  • LCD display and microprocessor control for temperature, pressure, and time parameters.

  • Compact benchtop design ideal for lab-scale freeze-drying operations.

• Limitations

  • Long cycle times required for complete drying, especially for high-moisture samples.

  • Requires pre-freezing of samples prior to lyophilization process.

  • Not suitable for solvents with high vapor pressure without specific trap configurations.

  • Routine maintenance of vacuum pump and cold trap condenser is necessary.

  • Limited batch capacity compared to pilot or industrial-scale freeze dryers.