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LyoStar Research & Development Tray Freeze Dryer

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LyoStar Research & Development Tray Freeze Dryer

The LyoStar3 is designed to meet the needs of R&D professionals. Our freeze drying equipment is used for applications ranging from process development for scale-up to product processing for stability studies to formulations work. Models are available in stoppering and bulk configurations. 

The LyoStar is an R&D and process development freeze-dryer that provides unmatched process accuracy, reliability and unique ease-of-use features. The LyoStar features RTD-controlled shelf temperature accuracy of +/- 0.5°C or better and vacuum control within 0.1% of set-point. Its robust 5.5 hp cascade refrigeration system enables shelf pull down from ambient to –40°C in less than 25 minutes, and the ultra-reliable scroll compressors feature just 3 moving parts.  


LyoStar3 is available with Praxair ControLyo Nucleation on Demand Technology.  To learn how you can control the nucleation step in freeze drying Click Here

KEY FEATURES

  • SMART Freeze-Dryer Technology helps automate and shorten the development of freeze-drying cycles
  • Delivers product information that has previously been unavailable during a cycle - dried layer resistance, heat flow and mass transfer
  • Designed to facilitate scale up bu maximizing features in comon with well-designed commercial systems
  • Configured with superior instrumentation for complete process information - isolation valve, capacitance manometers, Pirani gauge, 16 thermocouples, Allen Bradley PLC
  • Available with 21 CFR Part 11 compliant software and full validation packages

KEY BENEFITS

  • Substantially decrease cycle development time and conserves valuable API
  • Delivers increased process information such as how different freezing protocols impact cake resistance
  • More easily transfer cycles to larger systems
  • Maximizes process control, repeatablility
  • Meets even the most stringent QA requirements

HOW TO SELECT

To configure a LyoStar II 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.
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SPECIFICATIONS

Specification
Shelf Temperature Control Range (°C)
-70 to +60C
Lowest Condenser Temperature
-85C
Maximum Condenser Capacity (L)
30 L
Condenser Surface Area (in2 / cm2)
828 / 5481
Maximum Ice Condensing Capacity in 24 hours (L)
This specification is based on freeze drying water as possible. 
The ability to collect ice is application dependent and your actual rate will most likely be lower
20
Condenser Pull-Down from 20 °C to -75 °C (minutes)
< 10
Shelf Pull-Down from 25 °C to -40 °C
(minutes)
< 25
Vacuum Time to 100 Millitorr (minutes)
< 20
Lowest System Vacuum (mT)
< 10
Shelf Surface Temperature Uniformity (°C)
+/- 0.5C


Shelf Configuration
Number of Shelves
Shelf Area
Shelf Clearance
Shelf Clearance with Optional Shelf Latching
 
Bulk and Stoppering** (ft2 / cm2)
Bulk and Stoppering** (in / mm)
1 Shelf Latched (in / mm)
2 Shelves Latched (in / mm)
1 Shelf
1.5 / 1394
9.5 / 241
-
-
2 Shelves
3.1 / 2880
4.5 / 114
9.25 / 235
-
3 Shelves
4.6 / 4274
2.8 / 71
4.25 / 108
8.5 / 216
4 Shelves
6.1 / 5667
2.0 / 51
2.6 / 66
4.0 / 102
5 Shelves
7.6 / 7061
1.5 / 38
-
-


Dimensional Data
Width (in / cm)
33 / 84
Depth (in / cm)
43 / 109
Height (in / cm)
78 / 190
Approximate Weight (lb / kg)
1300 / 590
Minimum Clearance on All Sides (ft / cm)
2 / 61

APPLICATION EXAMPLES

  • Formulation development and stability studies
  • Cycle optimization and scale-up
  • Lyophilization of product with organic solvents in addition to water
  • Laboratory research and development and/or small production freeze drying
  • Diagnostic kits
  • 96 well plates
  • Serum bottles and vials

OPTIONAL COMPONENTS

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ACCESSORIES

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

LyoStar II Accessories
                                   
Model Number                                 Description
                                   
VP200                                 200 liters per minute vacuum pump
                                   
Options   l                              
                                   
Voltage   C                             208V/60Hz
                                   
    D                             220V/50Hz
                                   
                                   
OME-06                                 Oil mist eliminator for VP100
                                   
FDPS13                                 Special product sensor, 13mm
                                   
FDPS20                                 Special SS encased product sensor, 20mm
                                   
TS-1120                                 Bulk tray 11" x 20"
                                   
TRB-1120                                 Removable bottom tray 11" x 20"
                                   
LYO-LGT                                 WL Gore LyoGuard Trays
                                   
LYO-RDT                                 WL Gore LyoGuard R&D Trays
                                   
LYO-SE                                 Sample extractor
Options   l                              
                                   
    A                             120V/60Hz
                                   
    Q                             195-230V/ 50 or 60Hz
                                   
                                   
LNT-LYOII                                 Auto refilling Liquid Nitrogen Trap
                                   
LYO-MA                                 Moisture sensor on chamber
                                   
LYO-DTA                                 Desktop computer (Includes mobile cart and 115V UPS)
                                   
LYO-DTD                                 Desktop computer (Includes mobile cart and 230V UPS)
                                   
LSLP-2.1                                 Shelf latching kit for LYO2, 1 shelf up
                                   
LSLP-3.1                                 Shelf latching kit for LYO3, 1 shelf up
                                   
LSLP-3.2                                 Shelf latching kit for LYO3, 2 shelves up
                                   
LSLP-4.1                                 Shelf latching kit for LYO4, 1 shelf up
                                   
LSLP-4.2                                 Shelf latching kit for LYO4, 2 shelves up
                                   
LSLP-4.3                                 Shelf latching kit for LYO4, 3 shelves up
                                   
IQ/OQ-LYO                                 Installation Qualification/Operation Qualification documentation. Includes MSDS, component serial numbers and calibration certificates, refrigeration and wiring diagrams, QC test data, acceptance criteria and suggested OQ protocols
                                   
SMART Freeze Dryer Technology Option                    
                                   
SMART Freeze Dryer Technology Upgrade                 Does not include field retrofit charge
                                   
                                   
Transformers
                                   
Model Number                                 Description
                                   
TX-50                                 Transformer, step down, 50A
                                   
TX-50-SU                                 Transformer, step up, 50A

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