Technical Data Sheet

Helmer Scientific, Noblesville, Indiana High-Performance, Medical-grade Freezer

www.helmerinc.com Model: iBF120-GX, i.Series® Plasma / Upright

Application, Rating, & Electrical Data Performance Characteristics (normal operating conditions)

Application Storage of blood plasma and other medical and scientific products Uniformity | °C +/-2.0

Storage Volume 20.2 cu ft (572 L) | 360 plasma boxes Recovery to -29.5°C after 1 min door opening | min 25

Temperature Range -15° to -35°C Stability | °C 0.1

Set-Point -30°C Energy consumption | kWh/day 8.12

Electrical Power 115V 60Hz | 220-240V 50/60Hz Noise emission | dB 52

Maximum Current 6.6A | 3.1A Heat rejection | BTU/hr 2177

Facility Supply Rating Branch circuit with earth ground, meeting plug/cord ratings as well as local Pull-down time to -30°C | min 79
electrical safety codes and requirements
110-120V AC: 15 A (minimum) All performance data from 20 cu ft freezer, 25°C ambient, -30.0°C
220-240V AC: 10 A (minimum)

Power Plug/Power Cord Length NEMA 5-15 hospital-grade | 115V 60Hz, 8 to 10 ft (2.4-3.0m) Inquire about
additional plug/cord options Recovery after 1 minute door opening
Certification/Agency Listing QPS (Certified to UL and CSA Standards)
IEC/UL61010-2-011: 2016 | IEC 61010-1:2010, AMD1:2016

Energy Star Yes, ENERGY STAR® Certified High Performance Freezer

Temperature °C
Indoor/Outdoor Use Indoor use only, non-residential

Application Environment Non-corrosive, non-flammable, non-explosive

Ambient Operating Temperature +15°C to +32°C | +59°F to +90°F

Refrigeration

Refrigeration System VCC compressor-based, forced-air hydrocarbon

Elapsed Time (min)
Compressor Hermetic, variable speed (VCC). Rated speed range: 1600-5000 rpm

Condenser Type Air-cooled fin and tube, sealed

Expansion Device Cap tube

Evaporator Type Direct expansion with forced-air fin and tube

Defrost Method Automatic Uniformity

Refrigerant R290, Propane, EU F-Gas and EPA SNAP compliant

Controller / Configuration Settings

Temperature °C

User Interface i.C3® color touchscreen, door-mounted, 7 in | 177 mm, °C or °F

Power Switch On/Off

Controller Type Microprocessor with touchscreen input & display

Security Lockable door, password protected settings, PIN access via optional access control

Control Sensor RTD, stainless steel Hours

Communication Port USB, Remote alarm contacts, RJ45 (Ethernet), API available for Ethernet
connectivity development

Power Failure Alarm Yes

High/Low Alarm Yes, fully adjustable

Stability
Door Ajar Alarm Yes

Min/Max Temperature Yes, display and reset

Temperature °C

Download Yes, via USB in PDF or CSV format

Chart Recorder Yes, integrated, 4” (102 mm) diameter, inkless pressure-sensitive charts, backup battery

Event Log Yes, all alarms, door openings, download via USB

Temperature Log Yes, download via USB

Access Log Yes, with optional access control, download via USB

Interactive Temperature Graph Yes Hours

Temperature Monitoring Yes, two, 4 oz bottles with screw caps

Battery Backup Yes, 20 hr display and alarm back-up for i.C3® touchscreen | Rechargeable 12V, lead acid
 Dimensions and Construction

Interior (w x h x d) 24.7 x 58.1 x 24 in | 628 x 1476 x 609 mm

Exterior (w x h x d) 29 x 80.3 x 28.6 in | 737 x 2039 x 725 mm

Overall Exterior (w x h x d) 30.4 x 80.3 x 34 in | 772 x 2039 x 862 mm

*Includes i.Series bezel, handle and electrical box
*subtract 0.3” from depth for units prior to serial number 2150000

Insulation Sustainable, US EPA and SNAP approved foam

Exterior/Interior Finish Bacteria-resistant powder-coating

Door 1, solid, right-hinged

Access Port Top Access Port- for external monitoring probe(s) (0.75 in | 19 mm diameter)

Interior Storage (w x h x d) 8 drawers, liquid-tight, plus Cold-Shield™, stainless steel, adjustable

21.5 x 3.8 x 20.7 in | 546 x 98 x 527 mm

Casters Yes, swivel-locking

Integrated Access Control Optional - electromagnetic-lock with PIN entry via i.C3® user interface

Net Weight 469 lb | 213 kg

Shipping Weight 559 lb | 254 kg

Clearance Requirements Minimum of 8” (203mm) above and 3” (76mm) behind unit for proper ventilation, clearance,
and feature access

Options | Accessories Integrated access control, Stainless steel interior, Chart paper, Leveling feet, Remote alarms,
Floor and Wall bracket kit, Seismic anchoring kit, Storage trays, Ventilated drawers,
Drawer dividers, Screen protector, USB drive for downloading, Left-hinge door, Certificate of
calibration, Temperature validation, Validation guide (IQ/OQ), Extended warranty

Warranty Rel.i™ Warranty - 5 years compressor, 2 years parts, 1 year labor

Outside US and Canada- Contact your distributor for warranty information

30.4 in 29 in

28.6 in
34 in

59.7 in

8 in

6 in

TOP VIEW
6 in
80.3 in

6 in

6 in

6 in

6 in

6 in

FRONT VIEW INTERIOR VERTICAL

SPACING

BACK VIEW

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