Specifications:
Application | Cell culture, Microbiology | Warranty | 1 Year |
Storage Temperature | Ambient | ||
Product Type | Laboratory Equipment | ||
Product Brand | VWR | ||
Product Grade | Microbiology grade, Cell Culture | ||
The VWR® INCU-Line® ILS 4 and ILS 6 shaking incubators deliver precise temperature control and uniform orbital agitation in a compact, stackable design—making them the perfect choice for molecular biology labs, microbial culture, and general laboratory incubation tasks.
With SmartChek™ temperature control and mechanical convection for fast temperature recovery, these incubators provide a stable, high-performance environment for cell growth, plasmid prep, enzyme reactions, and hybridisation protocols.
Key Features
- SmartChek™ Precision Temperature Control System (Avantor exclusive)
- Compact, Stackable Footprint (ILS 4) for space-saving use
- Integrated Orbital Shaker (20–300 rpm) with 19 mm orbit diameter
- Mechanical Convection for fast recovery and uniform heat distribution
- Digital Display with user-friendly control for temperature and timing
- Temperature Range: Ambient +5 to 80 °C (set in 0.1 °C increments)
- Safety Thermostat at the rear of unit for over-temperature protection
- Double-Glazed Viewing Panel with door opening to nearly 180° for full chamber access
- Full Accessory Range Available for flask, tube, and plate compatibility
Technical Specifications
Specification | ILS 4 | ILS 6 |
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Catalog Number | 444-0732 | 444-0733 |
Temperature Range | Ambient +5…80 °C | Ambient +5…80 °C |
Temperature Accuracy @ 37 °C | ±0.1 °C | ±0.1 °C |
Temperature Stability | ±0.25 °C | ±0.25 °C |
Shaking Motion | Orbital | Orbital |
Shaking Speed Range | 20 – 300 min⁻¹ | 20 – 300 min⁻¹ |
Orbit Diameter | 19 mm | 19 mm |
Timer | 0 – 99 min / continuous | 0 – 99 min / continuous |
Chamber Volume | 49 L | 71 L |
Internal Dimensions (W×D×H) | 343 × 375 × 381 mm | 442 × 396 × 406 mm |
External Dimensions (W×D×H) | 425 × 550 × 580 mm | 574 × 544 × 635 mm |
Weight | 37.7 kg | 63.6 kg |
Flask Capacity (Examples) | 4×1000 ml, 5×500 ml, 9×250 ml, 16×125 ml | 4×2000 ml, 6×1000 ml, 8×500 ml, 12×250 ml, 20×125 ml, 30×50 ml |
Delivery Information
Each unit is supplied with:
- Two full stainless steel shelves
- Multilingual instruction manual
Note: Additional flask holders, tube racks, and dedicated platform accessories are available and must be ordered separately.
The VWR® ILS 4 and ILS 6 Shaking Incubators combine high precision, space efficiency, and versatility in a robust platform suited for routine and demanding shaking incubation protocols. With their stackable design, enhanced safety features, and SmartChek™ temperature regulation, they provide reliable performance in any research or quality control laboratory.
- Capacity: INCU-Line® ILS 4, 49 L INCU-Line® ILS 6, 71 L