Memmert ICH110L climate chamber – Precision and reliability for your stability and photo-stability tests
The Memmert ICH110L climate chamber is specially designed to provide a perfectly controlled environment for stability testing in accordance with international guidelines such as ICH, WHO, EMA, ASEAN, GMP, GLP and GCCP. Thanks to optimum temperature and humidity uniformity, it ensures consistent and reproducible results, even during prolonged cycles or demanding operating conditions. This consistent performance is based on high-precision digital control and a redundant sensor system that guarantees measurement reliability.
The operating temperature range extends from 0 to +60 °C, allowing for a wide variety of applications. In mode with humidity and/or light, the useful range is +10 °C to +60 °C. Precise temperature control is possible in increments of 0.1 °C, and stability is ensured by two Pt100 probes mounted in a four-wire circuit for cross-monitoring and automatic failover. For humidity, the unit uses a hot steam generation system, allowing active control between 10% and 80% RH with a display accuracy of 0.1% and a setting accuracy of 0.5%. Distilled water is supplied from an external tank by a self-priming pump.
The ICH110L is also equipped with programmable internal lighting, comprising three cold light fluorescent tubes ( D65, 6,500 K) and two UV lamps in the 320–400 nm spectral range. The programmes can be configured independently for daylight and UV, offering maximum flexibility for photostability testing. Control is via the TwinDISPLAY control panel, which incorporates a multifunction PID microprocessor with two high-definition colour TFT screens. The multilingual interface includes French, English, Spanish, German and Chinese, facilitating use in international environments.
The internal forced air ventilation is adjustable from 10% to 100% in 10% increments, ensuring even air distribution and perfect uniformity of conditions. Test programming and management can be carried out via the AtmoCONTROL software. In the event of a power failure, the current programme is stored and resumes as soon as power is restored.
Safety is a key feature of the ICH110L. It incorporates several levels of protection: mechanical temperature limiter, electronic over- and under-temperature monitoring systems, and AutoSAFETY function which automatically adjusts the tolerance around the setpoint. In the event of a critical exceedance, the heating or compressor is switched off. An integrated self-diagnostic system detects any malfunctions and triggers visual and audible alarms. The unit also has a highly efficient automatic defrosting system, ensuring uninterrupted operation.
The robust construction in electropolished stainless steel, combined with a net volume of 108 litres and a maximum load capacity of 150 kg, offers durability and flexibility. The internal dimensions of 560 × 480 × 400 mm allow up to five shelves or trays to be accommodated. The ICH110L is mounted on lockable castors for easy installation and movement. Its design optimises heat dissipation and ensures reliable operation in ambient temperatures ranging from 15°C to 28°C (up to 34°C with reduced range).
The Memmert ICH110L climate chamber combines precision, flexibility and safety to meet the strict requirements of stability and photostability testing. It is an indispensable tool for pharmaceutical, cosmetic and food laboratories, as well as any other field requiring rigorous environmental control.
