Description
The PolyScience IP‑80 is engineered for ultra-low-temperature lab applications, providing a consistent –80 °C setpoint without the need for dry ice or liquid nitrogen. It features a 1.75″ rigid coil immersion probe and 4 ft flexible hose, delivering dependable, maintenance-friendly cold performance.
The unit offers –80 °C cooling capacity (~120 W at –50 °C), houses a sealed R508B refrigeration system, and includes safety alarms for over-temperature and power failure. The compact, durable design (11″ × 10″ × 9″, 52 lb) ensures bench-top compatibility, ideal for molecular biology, environmental testing, freeze-drying, solvent trapping, and thermal shock simulations.
Key Features
- Fixed –80 °C setpoint, no cryogens required
- 1.75″ rigid coil immersion probe with 4 ft hose
- Provides ~120 W cooling at –50 °C
- Sealed refrigerant system (R508B)
- Compact design: 11″ × 10″ × 9″; 52 lb weight
- Ideal for freeze-drying, solvent recovery, cryogenic trapping, molecular testing
- Safety features include alarms for temperature and power issues
Specifications Table
| Attribute | Specification |
|---|---|
| Fixed Temperature Setpoint | –80 °C |
| Probe Type | 1.75″ rigid coil + 4 ft flexible hose |
| Cooling Capacity | ~120 W @ –50 °C |
| Refrigerant | R508B sealed system |
| Dimensions | 11″ × 10″ × 9″ (27.9 × 25.4 × 22.9 cm) |
| Weight | 52 lb (23.6 kg) |
| Applications | Freeze-drying, solvent trapping, cryogenic processes |




