BeadBath Duo™ Bead/Water Baths

Benchmark BeadBath Duo™

The BeadBath Duo™ is an innovative laboratory bath that combines the benefits of both water baths and bead baths, offering versatile and precise temperature control for various applications. Designed for use with either water or Lab Armor® thermal beads, this product ensures optimal heating performance and eliminates the need for constant refilling or evaporation. With two modes—Bead or Water—the BeadBath Duo™ provides the flexibility to choose the ideal heating method for your experiments.

Key Features:

• Two Separate Modes: The BeadBath Duo™ features a unique "Mode" button, allowing users to toggle between "Bead" and "Water" modes. This flexibility ensures optimal performance depending on the needs of the application. The Bead mode provides uniform heating with Lab Armor® thermal beads, while the Water mode offers precision heating with water.
• Quik-Cal™ Calibration Function: The BeadBath Duo™ includes a simple in-lab calibration function that ensures precise temperature control, maintaining the accuracy of your experiments without the need for external calibration tools.
• Eliminates Constant Refills: When using beads, there is no need for refilling, and evaporation is minimized. The thermal beads maintain heat more efficiently, reducing energy consumption and the need for constant water replacement.
• Angle Incubations: The BeadBath Duo™ allows angled incubations for improved access to samples. This makes it an excellent choice for applications requiring angled tubes, bottles, or flasks.
• Designed for Continuous Use: Unlike other bath models, the BeadBath Duo™ is designed to be left on constantly, reducing wait time for heating and ensuring consistent temperature regulation.

Technical Specifications:

• Temperature Range:
  • Water Mode: Ambient +5°C to 80°C
  • Bead Mode: Ambient +5°C to 70°C
• Capacity: 2L or 10L models available
• Temperature Accuracy: ±0.2°C
• Temperature Increments: 1°C (for Water Mode), 1°C (for Bead Mode)
• Temperature Uniformity: ±0.2°C
• Models:
  • 2L Model: 65.8 x 68.6 x 23.5 cm (L x W x H)
  • 10L Model: 108 x 16.1 x 30.5 cm (L x W x H)
• Weight:
  • 2L Model: 4.5 lbs / 2.4 kg
  • 10L Model: 15 lbs / 6.8 kg
• Electrical: 115V or 230V, 50-60Hz
  • 2L Model: 150W
  • 10L Model: 550W
• Exterior Chamber Material: Stainless Steel
• Timer: Adjustable timer from 1 minute to 48 hours or continuous operation

Advantages of Bead Baths:

• Saves Time: The BeadBath Duo™ can be left running constantly, eliminating the need to wait for water to reach the desired temperature or to refill the bath.
• Clean: Bead baths reduce the risk of contamination as they don't require water changes.
• More Energy Efficient: Beads retain heat more efficiently than water, reducing energy consumption and helping to keep operational costs low.
• No Need for Tube/Bottle Refills: The beads do not require constant refilling like water-based baths, ensuring continuous operation without interruptions.

Ordering Information:

• B2402: BeadBath Duo™ 2L with lift-off lid
• B2410: BeadBath Duo™ 10L with hinged lid
• Optional Accessories:
  • BSW1: Lab Armor® thermal beads
  • BSW2: Replacement bead packs

Conclusion: The BeadBath Duo™ offers the best of both worlds, combining the benefits of water and bead baths. With precise temperature control, energy efficiency, and versatile incubation capabilities, the BeadBath Duo™ is the perfect solution for laboratories seeking reliable, long-term performance in a compact and easy-to-use system.