The Memmert ICP450 Incubator is designed for applications that require precise temperature control across both cooling and heating ranges. With its 449-litre chamber and compressor-based cooling system, it provides stable and reproducible environmental conditions for demanding laboratory workflows.
This model is widely used in research, pharmaceutical, medical, and food analysis laboratories. It supports stability testing, environmental simulation, and temperature-sensitive incubation where consistent performance is essential over extended periods.
The Memmert ICP450 incubator is suitable for:
| Series | Technology | Cooling Capability | Airflow | Key Advantage | Ideal For |
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| IN | Electric heating | No | Natural convection | Gentle environment, minimal airflow disturbance | Sensitive samples |
| IF | Electric heating | No | Forced convection (fan) | Faster recovery and better temperature uniformity | Routine lab work |
| ICP | Compressor cooling + heating | Yes (compressor) | Forced convection (fan) | Wide temperature range, strong cooling performance | Environmental testing, variable temperature studies |
| IPP | Peltier heating & cooling | Yes (Peltier) | Fan-assisted airflow | Balanced performance with more control options | General lab & research use |
| IPPeco | Peltier heating & cooling | Yes (Peltier) | Fan-assisted airflow | Energy-efficient, precise, quiet operation | Routine applications |
| IPPecoplus | Peltier heating & cooling | Yes (Peltier) | Fan-assisted airflow | Advanced control & monitoring | Research & regulated labs |
Memmert incubators are trusted worldwide for:
On this page, you’ll find the essential technical details of the Memmert incubator.
If you need further clarification, our customer support team is ready to assist with product selection, specifications, and application suitability.
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| Setting temperature range | -12 to +60 °C |
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| Working-temperature range | from -12°C up to +60°C (Optimum performance of cooling aggregate at an ambient temperature of +16°C up to +34°C. Not suitable for long-term storing at sub-zero temperatures. During permanent operation, the glass door may ice over.) |
| Setting accuracy temperature | 0.1 °C |
| Temperature sensor | 2 Pt100 sensors DIN Class A in 4-wire-circuit for mutual monitoring, taking over functions in case of an error |
| ControlCOCKPIT | TwinDISPLAY. Adaptive multifunctional digital PID-microprocessor controller with 2 high-definition TFT-colour displays. |
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| Language setting | German, English, Spanish, French, Polish, Czech, Hungarian, Italian, Chinese |
| Timer | Digital backwards counter with target time setting, adjustable from 1 minute to 99 days |
| Function SetpointWAIT | the process time does not start until the set temperature is reached |
| Calibration | three freely selectable temperature values |
| adjustable parameters | temperature (Celsius or Fahrenheit), fan speed, programme time, time zones, summertime/wintertime |
| Documentation | programme stored in case of power failure |
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| Programming | AtmoCONTROL software on a USB stick for programming, managing and transferring programmes via Ethernet interface or USB port |
| Temperature control | mechanical temperature limiter TB, protection class 1 according to DIN 12880 to switch off the heating approx. 10°C above nominal temperature |
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| Temperature control | over- and undertemperature monitor TWW, protection class 3.3 or adjustable temperature limiter TWB, protection class 2, selectable on display |
| AutoSAFETY | additionally integrated over- and undertemperature protection "ASF", automatically following the setpoint value at a preset tolerance range, alarm in case of over- or undertemperature, heating is switched off in case of overtemperature, compressor in case of undertemperature |
| Autodiagnostic system | for fault analysis |
| Alarm | visual and acoustic |
| Air jacket | air jacket heating system for gentle all-around heating |
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| Heating concept | no drying-up of the load caused by the cooling device due to separation of thermal jacket from interior |
| Cooling | energy-saving use of CFC-free cooling/heating system (refrigerant R290 Propan) |
| Defrosting | highly efficient automatic defrosting system |
| Works calibration certificate | for +10°C and +37°C |
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| Door | inner glass doors |
| Door | fully insulated stainless steel doors with 2-point locking (compression door lock) |
| Internals | 2 stainless steel grid(s), electropolished |
| Dimensions | w(A) x h(B) x d(C): 1040 x 720 x 600 mm (d less 33 mm for fan) |
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| Volume | 449 l |
| Max. number of internals | 8 |
| Max. loading of chamber | 200 kg |
| Max. loading per internal | 30 kg |
| Dimensions | w(D) x h(E) x d(F): 1224 x 1467 x 784 mm (d +56mm door handle) |
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| Installation | on lockable castors |
| Housing | rear zinc-plated steel |
| Voltage Electrical load |
230 V, 50/60 Hz approx. 1200 W |
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| Set Up | The distance between the wall and the rear of the appliance must be at least 15 cm. The clearance from the ceiling must not be less than 20 cm and the side clearance from walls or nearby appliances must not be less than 5 cm. |
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| Ambient temperature | 15 °C to 28 °C (up to 34 °C with limited temperature range) |
| Humidity rh | max. 70 %, non-condensing |
| Altitude of installation | max. 2,000 m above sea level |
| Overvoltage category | II |
| Pollution degree | 2 |
| Transport information | The appliances must be transported upright |
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| Customs tariff number | 8419 8998 |
| Country of origin | Federal Republic of Germany |
| WEEE-Reg.-No. | DE 66812464 |
| Dimensions approx incl. carton | w x h x d: 1330 x 1700 x 1050 mm |
| Net weight | approx. 217 kg |
| Gross weight carton | approx. 282 kg |

