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Genesis – Pilot Lyophilizer

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Genesis – Pilot Lyophilizer

The Genesis Pilot Lyophilizer is constructed with versatility in mind so that this freeze dryer can meet any lyophilization requirement. Shelf temperatures as low as -70C and condenser temperatures to -85C supports a wide range of applications. Available in bulk or stoppering configurations and with up to 6 shelves. Each system is available with a selection of control formats and temperature and vacuum sensors. The Genesis allows you to configure a freeze dryer to meet your own particular application requirements.

 

KEY FEATURES

  • Compact, freestanding mobile design
  • Easy scale up from the Genesis to full production
  • Choice of control strategies/systems
  • Precise vacuum level control
  • Ability to backfill with inert gas
  • Clean room configurations available
  • Easy defrost condenser with quick turnaround time
  • Front-facing vacuum pump allows easy monitoring and maintenance
  • 316 SS shelf design with optional stoppering ram

KEY BENEFITS

  • Configure the system to meet your needs. Choice of refrigeration, control and shelf and condenser configurations allows for simple to complex systems custom configured to meet your particular needs.
  • Ease of scale up
  • Manifold or tray type drying with side mount manifold system
  • Easy install, requires standard laboratory utilities
  • Accommodate a wide array of products with shelf temperatures to -70C and condensers to -85C
  • Isolator or clean room options available

HOW TO SELECT

To configure a Genesis to fit your requirements, select options from each of the groups below.  For assistance in determining which option is right for you or to receive a quote please contact a product specialist.  We will be glad to discuss the options and their importance and use with you.  The Encore and Maestro Control Packages are listed below the Genesis information.  Please pick one.

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SPECIFICATIONS

Specification
Super ES
Super XL
EL
Shelf Temperature Control Range (°C)
-40 to 65C
-40 to 65C
-55 to 65C
Lowest Shelf
Temperature
(50 Hz / 60 Hz, °C)
-47C / -50C
-57C / -60C
-67C / -70C
Lowest Condenser Temperature
25 Liter Genesis
35 Liter Genesis
(50 Hz / 60 Hz, °C)
 
-52C / -55C
-50C /-53C
 
-67C / -70C
-67C / -70C
 
-82C / -85C
-82C / -85C
Maximum Condenser Capacity (L)
Genesis 25L
Genesis 35L
 
25 L
35 L
Condenser Surface Area (in2 / cm2)
Genesis 25L
Genesis 25L
506 in2 / 3264 cm2
750 in2  / 4838 cm2
Maximum Ice Condensing Capacity in 24 hours (L)
Genesis 25L
Genesis 35L
This specification is based on freeze drying water as aggessively as possible. 
The ability to collect ice is application dependent and your actual rate will most likely be lower
.
12 L
20 L
Condenser Pull-Down from 20 °C to -45 °C (minutes)
≤ 25 minutes
Shelf Pull-Down from
20 °C to -40 °C
(minutes)
≤ 30
≤ 45
≤ 30
Vacuum Time to 100 Millitorr (minutes)
≤ 20
Lowest System
Vacuum (mT)
≤ 15
Temperature
Uniformity (°C)\\
± 1.0
Note: Performance specifications are based on SP Industries test data from units operating at an ambient room temperature of approximately 20 °C. SP Industries recommends an operating range of 15-25 °C (59-77 °F).


Dimensional Data    
 
Standard Configuration
Narrow Configuration
Cleanroom Configuration
Width (in / cm)
40 / 102
25 / 64
25 / 64
Depth (in / cm)
30 / 76
76 / 193
75 / 191
Height (in / cm)**
73.5 / 187
73.5 / 187
73.5 / 187
Approximate
Weight (lb / kg)
800 / 363
850 / 383
850 / 383
Minimum Clearance
on All Sides (in / cm)
10 / 25.4
10 / 25.4
10 / 25.4


Shelf Configuration
Number of Shelves
Shelf Area
Shelf Clearance
 
Bulk and Stoppering††
(ft2 / cm2)
Bulk and Stoppering††
(in / mm)
1 Shelf
1.53 / 1422
12.87 / 327
2 Shelves
3.06 / 2844
6.24 / 158
3 Shelves
4.59 / 4266
4.03 / 102
4 Shelves
6.12 / 5688
2.93 / 74.5
5 Shelves
7.65 / 7110
2.27 / 57.7
6 Shelves
9.18 / 8532
1.82 / 46.3

APPLICATION EXAMPLES

  • Laboratory research and development and/or small production freeze drying
  • Diagnostic kits
  • 96 well plates
  • Serum bottles and vials
  • Bulk products for analysis – plant material, organic tissue, waste products

OPTIONAL COMPONENTS

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Select an Encore or Maestro Controller

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ACCESSORIES

VirTis 96 Well Freeze Drying Systems (pdf)
Freeze-Drying Product Sensors (pdf)
VirTis MVP Probes(pdf)

Accessories  
SMK Side Mount Manifold Kit - Installed on the side of the cabinet to allow only standard VirTis manifold to be attached for combined flask and chamber drying (Includes 12 port "T" manifold)
THIEF Sample extractor - acrylic with removeable jaws and separate vacuum pump.
RTHIEF Sample Thief for retrofit on VirTis freeze dryers - vial extraction system is mounted on stainless steel product chamber door with sight glass. Also there is a viewing light for ease of seeing samples. Sample extraction can be achieved on one shelf at any time and loaded into a vacuum tight chamber located outside of chamber door. (Includes vacuum pump, viewing lamp)
Vacuum Pump  
419703 D8B/194 LPM, Leybold Vacuum Pump, 115V/60HZ. Without IEC Line Cord.
419727 D8B/194 LPM, Leybold Vacuum Pump, 200-240V/50/60HZ. Without IEC Line Cord.
100001170 Varian Tricoll 300 Vacuum Pump w/isolation valve. 230V 1ph 50/60Hz
Door & Gaskets  
390682 Glass Condenser Door (for applications using Acetonitrile, TFA or other solvents). Door is wrapped with stainless steel to prevent chipping.
CCD Condenser Chamber Door - 316L stainless steel door
PCD Product Chamber Door - 316L Stainless steel with 4" view port
SDG Optional Silicone Door Gaskets for chamber door
VDG Optional Viton Door Gaskets for chamber&condenser
SSVT Optional Stainless Steel vacuun piping (replaces rubber tubing)
Additional Accessories
330340 3 1/4" Z spacer
MVP MVP Product Probes - for placing probes into small sample vials for product temperature analysis while providing virtually no thermal path to the product.Customer to supply: stopper size; length of Guide tube; length of thermocouple wire; type of plug. Additional cost for steam.
Traps & Filters  
303131 Liquid Nitrogen Trap 2.8 Liter
328468 Liquid Nitrogen Trap 2.8Lliter with Auto-Feed
FT Filter Trap (Cartridge Separate)
250373 Activated charcoal filter cartridge
250365 Soda Sorb Filter Cartridge
GSPK2 Genesis two-year spare parts kit
Trays  
304600 Standard PETG Plastic Tray 10" x 20" - For Genesis, Ultra's and Unitop Units.
333948 Standard stainless steel (316L) tray w/locking rails, 10" x 20". 
312033 Removable Bottom stainless steel (316L) rack and tray assembly, 10" x 20". 
374446 Filter Seal stainless steel tray with locking rails, 10" x 20".
172486 Filter Paper for Trays (100 per pack)
154989 Stainless steel tray (pan) with flat rail, 10" x 20" .
POLYTR Poly Bottom Tray, 10" x 20".
398473 Low Profile 1" Removable Bottom stainless steel rack and tray assembly, 10" x 20".
400633 Thermaguard 1" Removable Bottom stainless steel rack and tray assembly, 10" x 20".
400640 Thermaguard 1 1/2" Removable Bottom stainless steel rack and tray assembly, 10" x 20".
400657 Thermaguard 2" Removable Bottom stainless steel rack and tray assembly, 10" x 20".
400602 Thermaguard Rack, 1", stainless steel - can be used with 10" x 20" removable bottom tray.
400619 Thermaguard Rack, 11/2", stainless steel - can be used with 10" x 20" removable bottom tray.
400626 Thermaguard Rack, 2", stainless steel - can be used with 10" x 20" removable bottom tray.
SSGRID Stainless steel support grid - vial diameter required - can be used with 10" x 20" tray.
Shelf Latching Kits
398640 Latching Kit - 5 Shelf to 4 Shelf
321661 Latching Kit - 5 Shelf to 4 and 3 Shelf
398657 Latching Kit - 5 Shelf to 3 Shelf
398664 Latching Kit - 5 Shelf to 2 Shelf
398671 Latching Kit - 5 Shelf to 1 Shelf
399050 Latching Kit - 4 shelf to 3
399074 Latching Kit - 4 shelf to 3 and 4 shelf to 2
398619 Latching Kit - 4 Shelf to 2 Shelf
398626 Latching Kit - 4 Shelf to 1 Shelf
399098 Latching Kit - 4 shelf to 1 and 4 shelf to 3
399036 Latching Kit - 3 shelf to 2
398633 Latching Kit - 3 Shelf to 1 Shelf
399081 Latching Kit - 3 shelf to 1 and 3 shelf to 2
399043 Latching Kit - 2 shelf to 1

LITERATURE & ADDITIONAL SPECIFICATIONS
 

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