For Sale BRAND NEW Infors HT Techfors-S Pilot Bioreactor with 15 Liter Stainless Vessel Unit 2

Internal part number SM100477-NU2

• BRAND NEW (we have 4 of them)
• Fully Functional
• In Stock
• Current Model
• Technical sales consultation available
• WARRANTY

Here is what you will receive:

• Pilotbioreactor Techfors-S Serial: S-000139631
• Connection Set 74349
• Starter Set TSF 74347
• Precision balance MS32001L
• BlueVary O2, CO2, and Pressure/Humidity cartridges
• Techfors version: 3.5.1.0
• Custom Configuration: BF-TSF2-Patch 1.2 Patch for TSF2 3.5.1.0
• Firmware version: iMC-Board Controller version 2.09 TSF2 Oct 4 2023
• The Instrument is sealed in the original manufacturer's crate.
• The customer is responsible for having it installed and set up either by us or by the manufacturer

Techfors-S Pilot Bioreactor Configuration:

Vessel:

• Total volume: 15 L
• Working volume: 3-10 L
• Total volume vessel jacket: 1.3 L
• Temperature range vessel inside/vessel jacket: -10 to +150 DegC
• Impellers: 2 x Rushton impellers with 6 blades
• Steam valve with steam line (pressure hose) and vessel safety valve (pressure: 3 barg)
• Vessel pressure manometer: measurement range: 0-4 bar
• Inoculation Needles: (1) x single inoculation needle, (1) x double inoculation needle to add liquids such as reagent, nutrient solution, or inoculum to the vessel.

Stirrer:

• Stirrer: AC servo motor, brushless with single mechanical seal, 3000 min^-1
• Rotation speed for 15 L vessel: 20 to 1500 min^-1

Gassing system:

• Gases: Air + O2 + N2 via ring sparger 
• Gas flow control and Gasmix: 3 Mass Flow Controllers (MFCs Red-y smart)
• Control Ranges of MFCs: 0.20 to 20.0 L min^-1
• Accuracy measurement and control: ± 2.0 % FS
• Gas System: exit gas cooler, Novasip C3PFRP1A filters for exit gas filter/inlet air filter 

Pumps:

• 3 digital peristaltic pumps (Acid, Base, Antifoam); Rotation speed: fixed speed 150 min^-1, Accuracy: ± 5 min^-1
• 3 digital peristaltic pumps (Feed 1, Feed 2, Feed 3); Rotation speed: adjustable 0-150 min^-1, Accuracy: ± 5 min^-1
• External Feed pump Watson Marlow 120 U/DV; Rotation speed: variable control 200 min^-1

Temperature control system & sterilization:

• Heating: injection nozzle for direct steam injection via house steam supply
• Cooling: 3-way ball valves on the water inlet and water outlet facilitate manual switching between tap water and chilled water
• Sterilization: automatic with steam
• Temperature sensor: Pt100 Sensor

pH control: 

• Control: peristaltic pumps for acid and base
• Control range: pH 2 to pH 12
• Measurement accuracy: pH ± 0.1
• Sensor type: Easyferm Plus ARC (Digital Hamilton)
• Measurement range: pH 0 to pH 14

pO2 control:

• pO2 Control range: 0 to 100 %-sat
• Measurement accuracy: ± 1 %
• Sensor type: optical Visiferm DO ARC (Digital Hamilton)
• Measurement range: 0 to 300 %-sat

Antifoam control:

• Antifoam peristaltic pump, 0-100 % w/ included antifoam sensor

Level detection: 

• Included level sensor 0-100 %

Pressure Control: 

• Pressure Brukert control valve with pressure sensor, measurement range: 0-3 bar

Weight measurement vessel:

• Sensor type: 3 bending rod load cells, measurement accuracy: ± 100 g

Balances: 

• Mettler Toledo MS32001L Precision Balance; max. capacity: 32kg

Exit gas analysis:

• BlueVary with O2, CO2, and Pressure/Humidity cartridges for aerobic/anaerobic bioprocesses
   Measurement ranges: 0 to 10% CO2, 0 to 100% O2, and 0 to 15% Humidity

Power requirements: 200-230 V (± 5 %), 60 Hz, 15 A

Customization/Options: N/A

Testing performed by our in-house service team: BRAND NEW/SEALED

Instrument Overview:

• Scalable vessel: the 15 L total volume with a wide 3–10 L working range makes it adaptable to varying batch sizes.
• Reliable stirring: the AC servo motor and wide rotation speed (20–1500 min⁻¹) allow excellent mixing for different shear requirements.
• Advanced gas control: 3 smart MFCs with precise flow rates and good measurement accuracy offer tight control of gas mix—ideal for complex cultures.
• Comprehensive sensors: includes robust pH, pO₂, level, pressure, and weight monitoring for consistent process data.
• Easy sterilization: direct steam injection and fully automated SIP enhance operational safety and efficiency.
• Exit gas analysis: the integrated BlueVary unit supports both aerobic and anaerobic monitoring, which is a plus for diverse processes.

Instrument Application:

• Microbial fermentation for biomass or metabolite production
• Cell culture processes for vaccine development
• Pilot-scale enzyme production
• Small-batch production of bio-based chemicals
• Scale-up studies from lab to industrial fermenters

The Key Features:

• Flexible 3–10 L working volume range
• Rushton impellers for strong mixing
• Smart MFCs for precise gas control
• Robust sensors for tight monitoring
• Modular, easy-to-scale design

Why do so many customers choose to order from us?

Our Advantage

• We offer detailed photos and videos of the instruments you buy.
• We are an approved pre-owned equipment vendor to many large US, Canadian, and EU Universities.
• We are an approved pre-owned equipment vendor to many Fortune 500 US and International Biopharma companies. 
• Technical sales consultation available
• Remote installation and instrument operation training may be available.
• On-site installation may be available in the Boston Area (New England area)
• US or International shipping is no problem (see the shipping tab on how we pack and feel at ease)

Our Guarantee

• Warranty
• An extended warranty may be available
• You get after-sales technical support
• Customer references are available
• The instrument will be fully functional!
• Smooth process from the initial quote to order fulfillment

This will ship via freight. Please contact us with your zip code to obtain a shipping quote.

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PLEASE NOTE THAT THE QUESTIONS BELOW ARE ANSWERED IN MORE THOROUGH DETAIL ON OUR WEBSITE

Q: Can I view this instrument in person at your facility or do a live Zoom demo before it is shipped to me?
A: We can accommodate both in-person or Zoom demos.

Q: What about the warranty?
A: The instrument comes fully warranted for both parts and labor.

Q: Do you offer installation, service, etc?
A: We offer remote installation and training packages to familiarize you with this instrument.

Q: What should I watch out for when buying a used/pre-owned instrument from another lab?
A: Ensure that the instrument is in good working condition with no damage or wear that could affect its performance. Ask for details about testing steps performed, video demo, and test screenshots.

Q: Do you have more than one of these instruments on hand?
A: We generally carry multiple instruments on hand, along with a variety of spare parts.

Q: This procurement is for a University or College. Are purchase orders with NET terms accepted?
A: We accept purchase orders from all major US and Canadian universities.

Q: How fast will you ship?
A: We can ship within a few days to two weeks. Shipping time depends on the current demand for our instruments. Members of our sales team will be able to offer current delivery estimates.

Q: Will my instrument be insured during shipping?
A: Absolutely! We insure all our shipments as long as we are the shipper.  If a customer ships on their account, they handle insurance.

Q: How do you pack? Have you previously packed and shipped the fragile laboratory instruments?
A: We have extensive experience shipping high-end and complex laboratory instruments in the US and Internationally.  

Q: Do you ship Internationally?
A: Yes! We have shipped to multiple continents and over 30 countries. 

Q: How much will I save buying it pre-owned, and is it worth it?
A: When compared to buying a new instrument, you will save 60% or more and have plenty of funds left over for an additional instrument or two.