In our search, we identified four models of large ultralow (-86 C) temperature freezers that are above the basic laboratory standards, but not of pharmaceutical grade. We compared the characteristics available from the manufacturers' websites and/or communicated to us by the companies' representatives. ^ ^Innova New Brunswick Scientific model U725 ^Premium New Brunswick Scientific modele U700 ^Thermo Forma; Fisher FOR990 ^Thermo Forma; Fisher FOR956 ^ ^Capacity litre |725 l (25.6 pi cu) |700 l (25 pi cu) | 651.3L (23 pi cu) | 651.3L (23 pi cu) | ^Insulation |"Ultra-thin (3.15"" 88mm thick) vacuum insulation panel encapsulated between a metallic polymer film barrier bonded to polyurethane foam" |polyurethane foam 130 mm thick |non-CFC foamed-in-place polyurethane insulation in the cabinet; 12.7 cm thick in cabinet; 11.4 cm in the door. |non-CFC foamed-in-place polyurethane insulation in the cabinet; 12.7 cm thick in cabinet; 11.4 cm in the door. | ^Temperature control |Microprocessor Temperature Control System |Microprocessor Temperature Control System |Patented refrigerated system improves temperature control for more consistent temperature cycling |Patented refrigerated system improves temperature control for more consistent temperature cycling | ^Air filter |Air filter front-mounted easily accessed |Air filter front-mounted easily accessed |Convenient hinged air filter grill allows easy access for inspection cleaning and/or changing. |Convenient hinged air filter grill allows easy access for inspection cleaning and/or changing. | ^Access port |Two pass-through ports 3/4 20mm diameter |Two access ports; pass-through ports 3/4 20mm diameter |Unknown |Unknown | ^Battery back up |Battery back-up system activate alarms and displays temperature |Battery back-up system activate alarms and displays temperature |Battery back-up system is standard |Battery back-up system is standard | ^Refrigerant |Non-CFC Non-HCFC |Non-CFC Non-HCFC |non-CFC refrigerants |non-CFC refrigerants | ^Refrigeration |cascade refrigeration: Hermetically-sealed two-stage casdace system |cascade refrigeration: Hermetically-sealed two-stage casdace system |cascade refrigeration: |cascade refrigeration: | ^Temperature range |From +32 down to -86 in 1C increment |From +32 down to -86 in 1C increment |range -50 to -86 |range -50 to -86 | ^Handle |Molded handle with removable lock. One handed operation easy to open. Can be reopened as frequent as desired due to vent |Molded handle with removable lock. One handed operation easy to open. Can be reopened as frequent as desired due to vent |New ergonomically designed door latch/handle |New ergonomically designed door latch/handle | ^Lock |Removable keyed lock |Removable keyed lock |Locakble |Locakble | ^Air circulation |Requires just one fan. |Requires just one fan. |front-to-back air circulation system |front-to-back air circulation system | ^Voltage stabilizer or compensator |Internal voltage stabilizer optional |optional |Automatic Voltage Compensator |Automatic Voltage Compensator | ^Compressor |Low-noise heavy duty commercially available |Low-noise heavy duty commercially available Embraco |Leading compressors 1 HP (horse power) by Copland. |Leading compressors 1 HP (horse power) by Copland. | ^Exterior |18 gauge steel 1.2 mm thick. Powder coated scratch and rust resistant. |18 gauge steel 1.2 mm thick. Powder coated scratch and rust resistant. |Heavy gauge cold-rolled steel cabinets with powder coat paint finish. Uniform exterior surface resists chipping and rust |Heavy gauge cold-rolled steel cabinets with powder coat paint finish. Uniform exterior surface resists chipping and rust | ^Outer door |One outer door |One outer door |Two outer doors (double doors model) |One outer door | ^Outer door sealing |Insulated with high-efficiency silicone seals. |Insulated with high-efficiency silicone seals. |Triplepoint silicone gasket with one bulb and two feathered edges |Triplepoint silicone gasket with one bulb and two feathered edges | ^Outer door hinges |Heavy-duty Epoxy coated steel door hinges ensure proper alignment. |Heavy-duty Epoxy coated steel door hinges ensure proper alignment. |Heavy-duty stainless steel door hinges ensure proper alignment |Heavy-duty stainless steel door hinges ensure proper alignment | ^Outer door latch |Molded handle with removable lock. One handed operation easy to open. Can be reopened as frequent as desired due to vent |cam-action reverse cam-action for easy one-handed opening |new latch/handle design ensure a snug door seal |new latch/handle design ensure a snug door seal | ^Pressure release |Heated Vent with spring-assisted plunger to break icing prevents vacuum formation allows to re-open door quickly |Heated Vent with spring-assisted plunger to break icing prevents vacuum formation allows to re-open door quickly |Vacuum relief port allows pressure to equalize quickly |Vacuum relief port allows pressure to equalize quickly | ^Compartment |Three compartments with two adjustable-height stainless-steel shelves |Five compartments with four adjustable-height stainless-steel shelves |Four interior compartments doors complete with sliding latches; three fully adjustable solid stainless steel shelves |Four interior compartments doors complete with sliding latches; three fully adjustable solid stainless steel shelves | ^Inner doors |Three inner doors insulated and gasketed with high quality seals. Push-oull latch. |Five inner doors insulated and gasketed with high quality seals. Push-oull latch. |four inner doors |four inner doors | ^Interior |Stainless-steel interior polished 304L |Stainless-steel interior polished 304L |Stainless steel |Stainless steel | ^Noise level (Decibel) |59 db |61.8 db |Acoustical mufflers designed into the base and sound absorbing foam reduce noise level 58 db |Acoustical mufflers designed into the base and sound absorbing foam reduce noise level 58 db | ^Casters |Heavy-duty lockable casters with leveling feet |Heavy-duty lockable casters with leveling feet |lockable casters |lockable casters | ^"Max vial (2 inches boxes) capacity" |50400 |48000 |38000 |44000 | ^Racks per freezer |18 |30 |10+10 |10+10 | ^Electrical requirement |208/230V 60 Hz |120V ou 208/230V 60hz |120V 50/60 Hz 16/20 (P2) |120V 50/60Hz 1P | ^Exterior size |195mm H X 102.5mm W X 86.7mm D |1958 mm H X 1125 mm W X 871 mm D |1976 x 1036 x 940 |1976 x 1036 x 940 ; 5-20P | ^Internal size |1355mm H x 865mmW x 615mm D |1355mm H x 865 mmW x 615mm D |1308 x 777 x 643 |1308 x 777 x 643 | ^Shipping weight |315 kg |315 kg |408.2 kg |408.2 kg | ^Heat release |2559.10 Btu/hr | 750 Watts or 2560 Btu/h |Unknown |Unknown | ^Power consumption kilowatts per 24 hours |16.4 (a t208V) 15.8 (at 220V) |14.9 |probably 18 |probably 18 | ^Pull down time (from 20 C to -80) |Unknown |5.3 hours |Unknown |Unknown | ^Warm up time (from -80 to -50) |Unknown |Unknown |approx 200 hours |approx 200 hours | ^BTU absorption per hour |Unknown |Unknown |450 par heure |450 par heure | ^Warranty |5 year on all componants parts and labour |5 year on all componants parts and labour |1 year warranty on all componants parts and labour |1 year warranty on all componants parts and labour | ^Backup system |Optional CO2 and LN2 safety back-up systems |Optional CO2 and LN2 safety back-up systems |Optional CO2 and LN2 safety back-up systems |Optional CO2 and LN2 safety back-up systems | ^Data logger |remote Accense data logger optionnal |remote Accense data logger optionnal |Optional digital datalogger or Sensaphone |Optional digital datalogger or Sensaphone | ^Listing and certifications |CE listed cUL listed meets WEEE directives cUL also meets CSA |CE listed cUL listed meets WEEE directives cUL also meets CSA |CSA approved; cUL |CSA approved; cUL | Note: The access ports can be used to insert an external liquid N2 or CO2 backup system.