IKA Bioreactors HABITAT ferment sw 5

IKA Bioreactors HABITAT Ferment SW 5

The IKA Bioreactors HABITAT Ferment SW 5 is a 5-liter single-wall glass vessel system designed for microbial fermentation in laboratory and pilot-scale research. As part of the modular HABITAT ferment series, this package includes a large-volume fermenter equipped with robust mixing components, essential sensors, and cooling support to ensure a controlled and efficient fermentation environment.

The single-wall design is paired with a cooling finger and heating blanket for internal temperature management. Combined with the IKA HABITAT ferment control tower (sold separately), this system delivers comprehensive control over all critical fermentation parameters. It is ideal for process development, microbial cultivation, and applied biotechnology research.

Features

1. 5-liter single-wall borosilicate glass vessel with integrated cooling finger and heating blanket for temperature control

2. High-torque stirring motor and dual 6-blade segment impellers ensure effective mixing for large-volume cultures

3. Full suite of sensors for real-time monitoring: temperature, pH, DO, foam, and liquid level

4. Ring sparger (0.5 mm) and internal baffle system provide optimal aeration and fluid dynamics

5. Designed for compatibility with IKA HABITAT ferment control towers and RC 2 lite chiller

6. Complete with all accessories: ports, cables, sampling flasks, and condenser for plug-and-play operation

Applications

1. Microbial fermentation for production of enzymes, antibiotics, or bio-based chemicals

2. Scale-up studies from lab-scale bioreactors to pilot or industrial-scale fermenters

3. Optimization of fermentation parameters in biotechnology and pharmaceutical R&D

4. Education and training in bioprocess engineering and microbiological techniques

5. Fed-batch and batch fermentation process development

6. Pilot-scale validation of industrial fermentation protocols

Specifications

Vessel Volume
5 liters, single-wall borosilicate glass

Temperature Control

• Integrated cooling finger for internal cooling

• Heating blanket for stable temperature regulation

• Controlled via external systems such as IKA RC 2 lite

• Includes temperature sensor

Stirring System

• Motor: Large high-power motor for 5-liter capacity

• Impellers: Two 6-blade segment impellers for intensive mixing

Aeration and Mixing

• Ring sparger (0.5 mm) for efficient gas dispersion

• Baffle system to improve mixing dynamics

Sensors

• Temperature sensor

• pH sensor

• DO (Dissolved Oxygen) sensor

• Foam sensor

• Level sensor

Additional Components

• Inoculation port

• Harvest pipe (straight)

• Condenser

• Cable and tubing set

• Four 250 ml sample flasks

• Stainless steel support stand

Included Components

• Stand 5

• Glass vessel, single-wall (HA.gv.sw.5)

• Motor, big (HA.mt.s.10)

• Harvest pipe, straight (HA.hp.s.5)

• Inoculation port (HA.ino)

• Baffle (HA.ba.5)

• Ring sparger, 0.5 mm (HA.sp.r.5)

• Condenser (HA.cn)

• 6-blade segment impeller, 2 pcs. (HA.ip.b.5)

• Temperature sensor (HA.s.tm.5)

• pH sensor (HA.s.ph.5)

• DO sensor (HA.s.do.5)

• Foam sensor (HA.s.fo)

• Level sensor (HA.s.lv.5)

• Cable and tube set (HA.cab.sw)

• Sample flasks, 4 pcs. (HA.sf.250)

• Cooling finger (HA.cf.5)

• Heating blanket (HA.hbl.5)

Conclusion

The IKA HABITAT Ferment SW 5 offers a powerful and scalable solution for 5-liter fermentation research. With its robust construction, integrated temperature management, and full sensor suite, this bioreactor vessel supports high-performance microbial cultivation and data-driven process optimization. Whether for academic, industrial, or pilot-scale applications, the SW 5 model provides reliability, flexibility, and precision in every fermentation run.