Product Details
| Model | Biostat B-DCU |
| Brand | SARTORIUS |
| Category | Bioreactors |
| Posted | 23.02.2026 |
| Views | 251 |
Product Specifications
- Laboratory Bioreactors
- Yes
- Personal Bioreactors
- Yes
- Non-invasive Bioreactors
- Yes
- Automated Bioreactors
- Yes
- Microfluidic Bioreactors
- Yes
Pre-Owned - Excellent SARTORIUS Biostat B-DCU
USASeller:
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USA
The Company Boston Industries Inc. based in the USA and specialized on the recovery and sale of used laboratory and medical equipment.
Description
Sartorius Stedim Biostat B-DCU 4-Fold Cell Culture Univessel SU Bioreactor System
Internal part number 54907
For Sale Sartorius Stedim Biostat B-DCU 4-Fold Cell Culture Univessel SU Bioreactor System
- Fully Functional
- Serviced & in Stock
- Current Model
- Good cosmetic condition
- Technical sales consultation available
- 60 DAYS INTERNATIONAL WARRANTY
- Includes remote instrument setup and training session
Here is what you will receive:
- (1x) BioPat DCU Tower
- (4x) Biostat B-DCU Cell Culture bioreactor stations
- (4x) Univessel SU holders, Sensolux with connection cable
- (4x) Agitation motor with/ attached cable and adaptors for the SU vessel
- (4x) UniVessel SU Heating Blanket
- (4x) UniVessel SU Safety Valve Station
- (4x) Temperature sensor and cable
- (4x) Exhaust filter heaters
Please note: Consumables, including single-use vessels, are not included.
Sartorius Stedim Biostat B Bioreactor Controller Configuration Same for 4 Towers:
Gas flow supply connections
| Gas flow control | 5 TMFCs (Thermal Mass Flow Controller), Precision: ±0.3% full scale; ± 0.5% current value |
| Gas outlets | Additive flow 5-gas (Air sparger/overlay, O2, N2, CO2) aeration module with single gas outlets per gassing line |
| (Gas-in) Supply ports | Air, O2, N2, CO2; Maximum 1.5 barg (22 psi) |
| (Gas-out) Sparge connection |
Overlay
- Air: 0-300ccm
Sparger
- Air: 0-300ccm
|
Controller peristaltic pumps
| Built-in Pumps: | 3 Watson Marlow 114 Easy Load pumps with rotary switch |
| Pump Designations & Rotation Range: | Base (5 rpm); Subs-A, Subs-B (0,15 - 150rpm) |
Univessel SU Culture Vessel (Consumable: not included)
| Working volume range: | 0.6 to 2 L |
| Mixing: | (2) x 3-blade segment impeller 30° angled |
| Aeration: | L-sparger |
Motor drive
| Drive unit: | 200 W motor for 1L–10L Vessel |
| Stirrer shaft coupling: | Direct Coupling |
| Agitation range with direct drive: | 20-2000 RPM (For 2L Single-use: 20 – 400 rpm) |
Temperature Control Module
| Temperature control for Univessel Glass Single-use Vessels |
External heating blanket
|
| Temperature control range: | up to 50 DegC |
| Power: | 185W |
Controller digital connections/inputs
| Port Label | Typical Accessory / Sensor | Purpose / Use |
|---|---|---|
| Temp | Pt-100 Temperature Sensor (M12 plug) | Measures the culture vessel temperature. |
| Press | Pressure Sensor (M12 plug) | Monitors headspace or vessel pressure. |
| Ext.Sig-A/B | External Signal Input A/B (M12 plug) | Allows integration of analog signal inputs (0–10 V / 4–20 mA). |
| Ext.Sig-C/D | External Signal Input C/D (M12 plug) | Additional analog signal inputs for extended control or monitoring. |
| Ext.Sig-E/F | External Signal Input E/F (M12 plug) | Analog signal inputs are often used for weight balances or external sensors. |
| Heating blanket | Heating Jacket (Amphenol plug) | Heats single-use culture vessels. |
| Exhaust Cooler (return) | Cooling Loop Return (Serto gland d 8 mm) | Returns exhaust cooling water from the condenser. |
| Exhaust Cooler (inlet) | Cooling Loop Inlet (Serto gland d 8 mm) | Supplies cooling water to the exhaust condenser. |
| Thermostat (return) | Thermostat Water Return (Serto gland d 10 mm) | Returns water from the vessel blanket. |
| Thermostat (inlet) | Thermostat Water Inlet (Serto gland d 10 mm) | Supplies cooling/heating water to the vessel. |
| Ethernet, DCU-Tower | Ethernet Control Link (M12 plug) | Connects the control tower to the DCU system. |
| Fieldbus | Fieldbus Communication Port (M12 plug) | Enables communication via protocols like Modbus or OPC. |
| Serial-A | Balance A (RS-232/M12 plug) | Connects to Sartorius balance or similar. |
| Serial-B | Balance B (RS-232/M12 plug) | Additional balance input. |
| Serial-C | Balance C (RS-232/M12 plug) | Additional balance input. |
| Serial-D | Balance D (RS-232/M12 plug) | Additional balance input. |
| Serial-E | BioPAT® Viamass (RS-485/M12 plug) | Viable biomass sensor for capacitance-based measurement. |
| Serial-F | UniVessel® SU (optical sensors, RS-485/M12 plug) | Single-use vessel integration with SU-compatible optical sensors. |
| Pump-A | External Pump A (M12 plug) | Drives substrate addition or liquid transfer. |
| Pump-B | External Pump B (M12 plug) | Additional external pump support. |
| Pump-C | External Pump C (M12 plug) | Additional external pump support. |
| Pump-D | External Pump D (M12 plug) | Additional external pump support. |
| Ext. Drive | External Stirrer Motor Control (M12 plug) | Connects and controls magnetic stirrer or top-drive motors. |
| Power Out | Power Output (M12 plug) | Supplies power to external devices (e.g., vessel light, sensors). |
| PA | Potential Equalization | A safety grounding point to prevent an electric discharge. |
| Mains | Main Power Supply | Primary power input for the Biostat® B-DCU system. |
| Air | Compressed Air Supply | Base gas for aeration, cascade control. |
| O2 | Oxygen Supply | Used for DO control. |
| N2 | Nitrogen Supply | Used for inert gassing or stripping oxygen. |
| CO2 | Carbon Dioxide Supply | Used for pH control in mammalian cell cultures. |
| Cooling Water (inlet) | Cooling Medium Inlet (nozzle d10 mm) | Inflows of cooling water to the temperature control jacket or the cooling finger. |
| Cooling Water (return) | Cooling Medium Return (nozzle d10 mm) | Outflow of warmed water back to the chiller. |
| Stirrer connection cable | Stirrer Motor Signal Cable | Transfers drive signal to the motor on the culture vessel. |
(* Depending on the configuration of the device, the port may be present but not configured for operation. Configuration changes must be made by the manufacturer.)
Controller Weight/Dimensions/Power Requirements
| Power requirements | 120 V (±10%),60 Hz, max. power consumption 12 A |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 360×768×432 cm (14.2×30.2×17.0in.) |
| Net weight: | 45 kg (99 lbs) |
Please note that, depending on the requested options, we may recommend a different bioreactor model that better suits your application.
Customization/Options: N/A
Testing performed by our in-house service team:
The Biostat B-DCU System passed all tests and was found to be fully functional:
- We tested the power supply to the system.
- We tested the operation of the touchscreen display.
- We tested the communication between the control unit and the bioreactor stations.
- We checked the operation of all peristaltic pumps.
- We verified the functionality of the agitation motors.
- We verified the communication and accuracy of the temperature probes.
- We tested the communication and responsiveness of the dissolved oxygen (DO) sensors.
- We confirmed the proper operation of the heating blankets.
- We tested the functionality of the gas mixing components.
- We confirmed the functionality of the coolant distribution components.
Instrument Overview:
- The Sartorius Stedim Biostat B-DCU 4-fold system supports four independent cell culture processes in parallel.
- It features four bioreactor stations and a centralized BioPat DCU Tower, offering unified and efficient control.
- With built-in agitation, gas mixing, and heating components, the Biostat B-DCU system ensures optimal conditions for each bioprocess.
- Each station provides precise control of key parameters like temperature, pH, and dissolved oxygen for optimal growth.
- Compact footprint and modular design allow flexible configurations to match different lab scales and workflows.
- Biostat B-DCU helps ensure reproducible results with reduced risk of cross-contamination.
Instrument Application:
- Parallel cell line development
- Process development and optimization.
- Small-scale upstream process development
- Batch and fed-batch cultivation
- Scale-down model validation
The Key Features:
- 4-fold parallel bioreactor setup
- Precise pH and DO control
- Independent vessel parameter control
- Integrated pumps and gas flow system
- Reliable temperature stability
- Quick setup and easy cleanup
Why do so many customers choose to order from us?
Our Advantage
- We have experience servicing and repairing these instruments.
- This instrument goes through all the described service steps before shipping. see the questions section below
- 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
- 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.
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.
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