Introduction
A stainless steel water bath is a laboratory instrument that maintains water or another liquid at a precise, constant temperature, with a chamber made of stainless steel, and it is used for incubating samples, performing reactions, and maintaining materials at controlled temperatures in biology, chemistry, clinical, pharmaceutical, and food laboratories. The water bath consists of a stainless steel tank, which is durable, corrosion-resistant, and easy to clean, a heating element, a temperature controller, a digital display, and, in many models, a stirrer or circulation system to ensure temperature uniformity; it maintains the set temperature with high accuracy, typically over a range from slightly above ambient to 100 degrees Celsius, and some models include refrigeration for operation below ambient, and the samples, in tubes, flasks, or other containers, are placed in the bath or in racks, and the bath provides a uniform temperature environment, and the stainless steel construction is resistant to chemicals and corrosion, making it suitable for a wide range of applications. Stainless steel water baths are used for incubating microbiological cultures, for warming reagents and media, for maintaining samples at a constant temperature during analysis, for performing biochemical reactions, for thawing samples, for viscosity and density measurements, for calibrating thermometers, and for many other applications, and they are available in various sizes and configurations, including digital models, transparent models, and shaking water baths, with features such as precise temperature control, uniform temperature distribution, and overtemperature protection. With their durability and precise temperature control, stainless steel water baths are essential instruments for temperature-controlled work.
Stainless Steel Water Bath LSBC-T2011
Stainless Steel Water Bath is a microprocessor controlled water bath with chamber volume capacity of 22 L, providing precise and constant temperatures within a range of RT (5°C ~ 99 °C...
Stainless Steel Water Bath LSBC-T2010
Stainless Steel Water Bath is a microprocessor controlled water bath with chamber volume capacity of 12 L, providing precise and constant temperatures within a range of RT (5°C ~ 99 °C...
Stainless Steel Water Bath LSBC-T2012
Stainless Steel Water Bath is a microprocessor-controlled water bath with chamber volume capacity of 36 chamber is easy to clean and benefits chemical and corrosion resistance. This wate...
Standards
ASTM E2488-09(2014)-Standard Guide for the Preparation and Evaluation of Liquid Baths Used for Temperature Calibration by Comparison
Complies with the above standards, but is not limited to them.
Features
1. Stainless steel water bath for precise temperature control of samples in water.
2. Stainless steel chamber with digital/analog temperature control for laboratory heating.
3. Suitable for chemical, biological, clinical, pharmaceutical, food and research labs.
4. Includes stainless steel bath chamber, heater, controller, lid, rack and operation manual.
5. Supports precise, uniform temperature incubation and heating for laboratory samples.
FAQ
Q1: What testing scenarios is this water bath mainly applied to?
A: The stainless steel water bath is used in chemical laboratories, biological research, clinical diagnostics, pharmaceutical development, food and beverage, industrial quality control and research to provide precise, uniform temperature control of samples immersed in water for incubation, heating, thawing, enzyme reactions, material testing and general laboratory applications requiring stable temperature. It supports biological sample incubation (cell culture, microbiology, enzyme reactions), clinical laboratory sample incubation (blood banking, serology, coagulation), chemical reaction heating and temperature control, sample thawing (frozen samples, reagents), pharmaceutical dissolution and stability testing, food and beverage sample preparation, material testing (temperature conditioning), and general laboratory heating where precise, uniform temperature is required. The water bath provides excellent temperature uniformity and stability (better than hotplates for many applications) due to the water medium, with the stainless steel chamber offering durability, corrosion resistance and easy cleaning.
Q2: What standards does the water bath comply with?
A: The stainless steel water bath complies with relevant IEC 61010 laboratory electrical safety standards, IEC 61326 EMC standards, and applicable GB/T standards for laboratory water baths. The hardware complies with applicable safety standards for heated water and electrical equipment. Temperature accuracy should be verified with a calibrated reference thermometer for critical applications. For clinical/pharmaceutical use, follow applicable GMP/GLP and data integrity requirements. The stainless steel chamber should be medical/laboratory grade (304 or 316 stainless steel). Users should verify compliance with specific facility requirements.
Q3: What is the warranty period for the whole water bath and key components?
A: The whole stainless steel water bath is covered by a 12-month warranty. The stainless steel chamber, heating element, controller, lid, rack and housing are covered, while gaskets and fuses are consumables or accessories. Damage from improper use, running dry (no water), corrosion or unauthorized repair is excluded. Extended service contracts may be available. Heating element lifespan depends on usage and water quality (distilled water recommended to prevent scale buildup).
Q4: Is this device difficult to operate? Is professional training required?
A: Operation is simple: fill bath with water (distilled/deionized recommended), set temperature, wait for stabilization, place samples in rack, and start. No professional training is required for basic use, but users should follow proper water level maintenance, temperature setting, sample handling, hot water safety and cleaning procedures. We provide an operation manual and remote guidance. The water bath should NEVER be operated without water (can burn out the heating element and cause fire hazard).
Q5: What is the typical lead-time for order delivery?
A: Standard models require 7-30 working days. In-stock units can ship within 3-7 working days. Custom configurations or large built-to-order systems may require additional time, and we confirm the exact schedule before order confirmation.
Q6: Is regular calibration required? What is the recommended calibration cycle?
A: Temperature calibration against a reference thermometer recommended every 6-12 months for critical applications. Temperature uniformity verification periodically (measure at multiple locations in the bath). Heating element condition checked. Routine cleaning and water change (weekly or as needed - stagnant water can grow bacteria/algae). Full system performance check annually. Controller accuracy verified. Gasket/seal inspection.
Q7: Are supporting consumables universal?
A: Gaskets, fuses and cleaning supplies are available from laboratory suppliers. Long-term consumable cost is very low for a water bath. Distilled/deionized water is recommended (tap water causes mineral scale buildup on heating element, reducing efficiency and lifespan).
Q8: Can I customize parameters or supporting accessories?
A: Customization includes bath capacity (volume), temperature range (ambient+5 to 100 degrees C standard, up to 150 degrees C for oil bath), temperature uniformity, control type (analog, digital, programmable), stainless steel grade (304, 316), lid type, rack configuration, circulation pump (for improved uniformity), shaking capability (shaking water bath), data logging and accessories. Additional racks, lids and accessories can be ordered separately. Custom orders extend delivery lead-time.
Q9: Does the purchase include on-site installation and commissioning service?
A: No complex installation is required. The package includes the stainless steel water bath, rack, lid and instruction manual. On-site service is not included.
Q10: What types of samples are compatible with this equipment?
A: The stainless steel water bath incubates/heats samples in test tubes, flasks, beakers, bottles, microplates (with appropriate rack) and other water-tight containers within the bath capacity, temperature range (typically up to 100 degrees C for water, higher for oil) and specification. Different applications require specific temperatures: microbiological incubation (30-37 degrees C), enzyme reactions (37-60 degrees C depending on enzyme), sample thawing (37 degrees C), chemical reactions (various), material testing (various). The water bath should NOT be used with water at temperatures above 100 degrees C at atmospheric pressure (water boils - use oil bath or pressurized system for higher temperatures). Users should use distilled or deionized water (tap water causes mineral scale buildup on heating element, reducing efficiency and potentially causing element failure; scale also makes cleaning difficult), maintain proper water level (do not let water level drop below the heating element - can cause element burnout; check water level regularly, especially at high temperatures where evaporation is rapid), set appropriate temperature and allow sufficient stabilization time (water baths take 10-30 minutes to reach set temperature, depending on volume and set point), use the sample rack to keep samples from touching the bottom/sides (direct contact with heating element area can cause local overheating and inconsistent temperature), cover the bath with the lid when not actively accessing samples (reduces evaporation, maintains temperature uniformity, prevents contamination), clean the bath regularly (drain, wash with mild detergent, rinse, dry - especially if using tap water; remove scale with descaling solution as needed), avoid using corrosive chemicals in the bath (can damage stainless steel - if corrosive solutions are needed, use a beaker within the bath, not directly in the bath water), follow proper hot water safety (use tongs/heat-resistant gloves for hot samples, be careful of steam when opening lid at high temperatures), and for clinical/pharmaceutical use, maintain proper documentation (temperature logs, calibration records, cleaning records per GMP/GLP). The water bath should be placed on a stable, heat-resistant, level surface with proper clearance for ventilation. The bath should not be left unattended at high temperatures for extended periods (evaporation can lower water level and expose heating element - use a lid and check water level, or use a water level sensor/autofill if available). For applications requiring very precise temperature uniformity (e.g., clinical blood banking, enzyme kinetics), use a circulating water bath (pump circulates water for better uniformity) or verify uniformity with a calibrated thermometer at multiple locations. For samples that require shaking (e.g., staining, hybridization), use a shaking water bath. For microplate incubation, use a microplate rack or dedicated microplate water bath. The water bath should be drained and cleaned when not in use for extended periods (stagnant water grows bacteria, algae and biofilm, which can contaminate samples and cause odors). For long-term incubation (days/weeks), use a lid and consider adding a biocide (if compatible with samples) or use a circulating bath with filtration. The stainless steel chamber should be inspected regularly for corrosion (especially if using saline or corrosive solutions - 316 stainless steel is more corrosion-resistant than 304 for saline applications). Waste (used bath water, descaling solution) should be disposed of per applicable regulations. The water bath should not be used to heat flammable solvents (use a water bath with the solvent in a sealed container, or use a heating mantle in a fume hood - open flammable solvent in a water bath is a fire hazard).
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