Hettich Incubators HettCube 600

Hettich Incubators HettCube 600

The Hettich HettCube 600 is a high-capacity incubator designed for efficient space utilization, precise temperature control, and user-friendly operation. With a validated usable volume of 351 liters, it is capable of holding up to 1,800 Petri dishes, making it ideal for laboratories with high sample throughput. Available in two versions—HettCube 600 (incubator) and HettCube 600 R (refrigerated incubator)—this unit provides exceptional flexibility for various microbiological, cell culture, and stability testing applications.

Features

1. At-a-glance display showing settings, programs, target/actual values, temperature drops, and events.

2. Real-time calendar and logbook for recording door openings, alarms, events, and operating hours.

3. Flexible settings, including customizable door alarm and asymmetric tolerance band.

4. Three programmable power failure scenarios to protect samples during outages.

5. Wide range of program functions such as delayed start (time or temperature) and standstill segment.

6. Easy transfer of programs and temperature settings to other HettCubes without additional software.

Applications

1. Microbiology and bacteriology cultures.

2. Cell culture incubation for research and diagnostics.

3. Stability testing in pharmaceutical and food industries.

4. Environmental simulation studies.

5. Quality control in manufacturing laboratories.

6. General incubation of temperature-sensitive samples.

Specifications

1. Temperature range: 1 K above ambient to +65 °C (HettCube 600) / 0 °C to +65 °C (HettCube 600 R).

2. Exterior dimensions (W × D × H): 710 × 825 × 1990 mm.

3. Interior dimensions (W × D × H): 535 × 690 × 1415 mm.

4. Internal volume: 520 liters; validated usable volume: 351 liters (67%).

5. Standard trays: 4 (3 standard + 1 HTS).

6. Noise level: ≤ 41 dB(A) for 600 / ≤ 44 dB(A) for 600 R.

Conclusion

The Hettich HettCube 600 incubator combines high capacity, energy efficiency, and precise temperature control in a compact footprint. Its advanced programming capabilities, extensive logging features, and flexible configuration options make it a reliable choice for laboratories requiring consistent and reproducible incubation conditions. The availability of a refrigerated model further expands its application range, making it a versatile solution for both research and industrial use.