Full Temperature Incubator — ToronCubator™ FT Series
ToronCubator™ FT is a full-range temperature incubator designed for laboratories that require precise heating and cooling across a wide operating window without the added complexity of humidity management. This laboratory incubator covers a working temperature range of 4°C to 70°C, making it equally suitable for warm incubation protocols and refrigerated storage applications within a single, compact unit.
Available in five chamber capacities — 150 L, 250 L, 400 L, 800 L, and 1000 L — the ToronCubator™ FT series gives research and quality control laboratories the flexibility to match chamber volume to workload. The BRIGHT I control system, 5-inch color LCD touchscreen, and 6-stage adjustable fan speed set this laboratory incubator apart from basic temperature chambers. Connectivity is built in through one USB port and two RS-485 interfaces, supporting direct integration with data logging systems and laboratory networks. Internal non-volatile memory stores program and session data for over 10 years without SD card dependency, and multi-level password management controls access in shared or regulated settings.
As a dedicated temperature-only incubator, the ToronCubator™ FT is a practical, well-specified choice for biochemical incubator applications, general microbiological work, and any protocol where controlled temperature — not humidity — is the primary variable.
Full Temperature Incubator — ToronCubator™ FT Series Applications
The ToronCubator™ FT serves a wide range of laboratory and industrial environments where stable, programmable temperature control is the primary requirement:
- Biochemical and Microbiological Research — controlled-temperature incubation for bacterial cultures, enzyme kinetics, and cell-based assays across the full 4°C to 70°C range in regulated laboratory incubators
- Pharmaceutical Quality Control — temperature-controlled storage and in-process testing of drug substances, excipients, and finished products
- Mould and Fungal Studies — as a temperature-controlled mould incubator, it supports fungal cultivation, inhibition testing, and shelf-life modeling at defined thermal setpoints
- Seed Germination and Plant Science — programmable temperature profiles for germination trials, seedling establishment, and agricultural research
- Food Safety and Spoilage Testing — incubation of food samples at defined temperatures for microbiological challenge testing and spoilage analysis
- Environmental and Material Testing — thermal aging, component stress testing, and temperature-cycle studies for electronics, polymers, and composites
- Academic and Teaching Laboratories — general-purpose incubators for multi-user research, student lab work, and shared facility use
- Clinical and Diagnostic Laboratories — sample preparation, reagent conditioning, and diagnostic assay incubation at precise temperature setpoints
Full Temperature Incubator — ToronCubator™ FT Series Key Features
Control System and Interface
- 5-inch color LCD touchscreen for clear parameter entry and real-time temperature monitoring
- BRIGHT I intelligent control system for precise, responsive temperature management
- Programmable multi-segment operation: 30 segments per cycle, 99 repeatable cycles
- Appointment timing function for scheduled program start
- Internal non-volatile data storage retaining records for more than 10 years without SD card dependency
- Multi-level password management for access control in shared or regulated settings
Airflow and Temperature Performance
- 6-stage fan speed regulation — adjustable airflow for protocol-specific control over temperature recovery and sample disturbance
- Variable-frequency refrigeration system with imported compressor for energy-efficient, precise temperature control
- Temperature range: 4°C to 70°C
- Temperature fluctuation: ±0.3°C (heating mode); ±0.5°C (cooling mode)
- Temperature uniformity at 25°C: ±0.8°C across all models
Connectivity and Data Integration
- One USB interface for data transfer and program backup
- Two RS-485 interfaces for integration with LIMS, data acquisition systems, and laboratory networks
- Compatible with optional online monitoring platform for remote access and centralized data logging
Alarm and Safety Systems
The ToronCubator™ FT includes a full protective alarm suite:
- Over-temperature alarm and automatic shutdown protection
- Door-open alarm
- Water shortage alarm with automatic water replenishment function
- Sensor fault alarm
- Overload and leakage protection
- Compressor over-temperature protection
- Water and power outage recovery function
Chamber and Physical Design
- Double-door construction with inner observation glass panel for sample monitoring without chamber access
- 8W fluorescent lamp inside the working chamber for clear interior visibility
- Waterproof 220V power socket inside the chamber for in-situ equipment connection
- Test ports on both sides with 30 mm internal diameter for sensor pass-through or cable routing
- Mechanical lock for chamber security
- Maximum shelf load capacity: 15 kg per shelf
Optional Add-Ons
- Online monitoring platform for remote environmental data access and logging
- GPRS SMS alarm for off-site alert notification
- Embedded printer for on-site hardcopy record generation
Theory and Method
The ToronCubator™ FT operates on a single-parameter closed-loop temperature control architecture. The BRIGHT I control system continuously reads live temperature data from the internal sensor and adjusts output from both the variable-frequency refrigeration circuit and the electric resistance heating elements to hold the chamber at the programmed setpoint.
Temperature Control
Cooling is handled through a variable-frequency compressor-based refrigeration system. The variable-frequency drive modulates compressor output in real time based on measured deviation from setpoint, rather than switching the compressor on and off at a fixed rate. This approach delivers temperature fluctuation within ±0.3°C during heating and ±0.5°C during cooling — with spatial uniformity within ±0.8°C at 25°C across all five models. The result is tighter, more consistent temperature control with lower energy consumption and extended compressor service life compared to fixed-speed designs.
Airflow Management
A key differentiator of the ToronCubator™ FT is its 6-stage fan speed regulation. Most standard laboratory incubators offer a single fixed airflow setting. The adjustable fan speed allows operators to balance temperature uniformity against sample sensitivity — higher speeds deliver faster temperature recovery after door opening, while lower speeds reduce airflow-induced drying or disturbance of open samples. The fan circulates conditioned air throughout the chamber to maintain the ±0.8°C uniformity specification consistently across all load configurations.
Programming and Data Management
Test profiles are structured as multi-segment sequences with up to 30 configurable segments per cycle and up to 99 repeatable cycles, covering ramp-and-soak temperature profiles typical of stability and stress testing protocols. An appointment timing function allows operators to schedule program start times in advance. All program data and session records are stored in non-volatile internal memory with a retention period exceeding 10 years. USB and RS-485 interfaces support export to external systems and integration with data acquisition platforms or building management networks. Multi-level password management limits unauthorized parameter access in shared or GMP-adjacent environments.
Full Temperature Incubator — ToronCubator™ FT Series Technical Specifications
| Parameter | ToronCubator™ FT 150 | ToronCubator™ FT 250 | ToronCubator™ FT 400 | ToronCubator™ FT 800 | ToronCubator™ FT 1000 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volume (L) | 150 | 250 | 400 | 800 | 1000 |
| Votlage | AC 220V ±10V, 50/60 Hz (110V is also available) | ||||
| Ambient Temperature (°C) | 10–30 | ||||
| Temp. Range (°C) | 4–70 | ||||
| Temp. Resolution (°C) | 0.1 | ||||
| Temp. Fluctuation (°C) | ±0.3 (heating) / ±0.5 (cooling) | ||||
| Temp. Uniformity at 25°C (°C) | ±0.8 | ||||
| Power (W) | 900 | 900 | 1100 | 1500 | 1500 |
| Timer Range (min/h) | 0–9999 | ||||
| Internal Dimensions W×D×H (mm) | 510×390×760 | 510×450×1090 | 600×640×1050 | 1220×585×1123 | 1363×670×1123 |
| External Dimensions W×D×H (mm) | 650×680×1400 | 650×740×1726 | 745×930×1695 | 1503×910×1820 | 1505×1006×1811 |
| Number of Shelves (Std./Max.) | 3/5 | 4/7 | 4/7 | 8/12 | 8/12 |
| Load per Shelf (kg) | 15 | ||||
| Net Weight / Gross Weight (kg) | 106/122 | 123/153 | 153/185 | 288/344 | 340/390 |
| Package Size (mm) | 770×840×1590 | 790×930×1930 | 890×1110×1900 | 1640×1090×2040 | 1640×1180×2040 |