IKA IB R 20 eco plastic bath for thermostats, polycarbonate, 20 litres, 0020004383
€480.75
% Manufacturer's RRP: €641.00 25% below manufacturer's RRP
- High-quality 20-litre plastic bath made from transparent polycarbonate for laboratory thermostats.
- Its crystal-clear design allows for uninterrupted visual monitoring of the samples during temperature control.
- Excellent thermal resistance and dimensional stability at temperatures up to 100 °C.
- Ergonomically integrated carrying handles for completely safe handling and easy transport.
- Standardised fit for seamless installation of IKA ICC series clip-on thermostats.
Product information "IKA IB R 20 eco plastic bath for thermostats, polycarbonate, 20 litres, 0020004383"
The IKA IB R 20 eco plastic bath is a structurally stable, high-capacity, materials-science-based system solution for the professional temperature control of larger sample volumes in clinical, chemical and biological laboratory environments. Specially developed as a system component for IKA immersion thermostats (such as the ICC series), this temperature control vessel, with a capacity of 20 litres, provides a basis for safe and reproducible water bath applications on a larger scale. For precise thermodynamic processes in everyday laboratory work, structural durability and excellent thermal insulation are the primary criteria for ensuring constant temperature control throughout long-term test series in a way that is gentle on materials and reliable for the process.
Material robustness and complete process visibility
The material design of the IB R 20 eco is based on a high-quality, transparent polycarbonate (PC). This specialised plastic is characterised by outstanding impact strength, mechanical resilience and excellent dimensional stability at temperatures of up to 100 °C. The crystal-clear optical properties of the bath material offer the user a decisive advantage in day-to-day laboratory use: they allow continuous and unrestricted visual monitoring of all sample vessels (such as test tubes, flasks or reactors) within the bath at any stage of the temperature control process, without the need to disrupt the thermal equilibrium by opening a lid.
Generous capacity and optimised thermodynamics
From a thermodynamic perspective, the wall thicknesses and geometry of the bath have been optimised to minimise heat loss to the surroundings, even with a large volume of 20 litres. This energy efficiency significantly reduces the load on the attached thermostat. To ensure safe fluid management and optimal ergonomic handling, the plastic bath features integrated, ergonomically shaped carrying handles on the front sides. These enable laboratory staff to move, transport or empty the bath in complete safety, even when it is filled with warm heat transfer medium.
System integration and cleaning
The bath is designed for the installation of the heating components. The interaction with the original IKA bath bridges ensures that the suspended thermostat is fixed in place securely. This reliably prevents uncontrolled vibrations or the heating unit from slipping during continuous operation. The easy-to-clean, non-porous surface of the polycarbonate makes the bath easier to clean.
Technical details
Design & materials science
- Bath type: Plastic bath / temperature control vessel for laboratory thermostats
- Model designation: IB R 20 eco
- Material: High-quality polycarbonate (PC), crystal-clear and impact-resistant
- Max. capacity: 20.0 litres
- Operating temperature range: Room temperature (plus self-heating) up to 100 °C
Geometry & dimensions
- Overall dimensions (W x D x H): approx. 514 x 340 x 170 mm
- Bath depth / max. usable depth: approx. 150 mm
- Housing features: Integrated, ergonomic carrying handles
- Net weight (empty): approx. 3.2 kg
System compatibility & infrastructure
- Thermostat connection: Optimised for IKA immersion thermostats (e.g. ICC eco, ICC control)
- Cleaning: Resistant to mild laboratory cleaning agents; can be wiped clean without damaging the material
- Installation: Stable base, suitable for any standard laboratory worktop
Scope of delivery
- 1 x IKA IB R 20 eco plastic bath base unit (MPN: 0020004383)
- 1 x Quick start guide
Important note: The immersion thermostat (e.g. IKA ICC), which is essential for operation, as well as suitable bath bridges, bath lids and test tube holders, are not included in the standard scope of delivery and must be ordered separately according to your specific application.
Individual requirements & accessories
To complete your temperature control system, we recommend operating the IKA IB R 20 eco with an original IKA immersion thermostat from the ICC eco or ICC control series. To effectively minimise water evaporation losses at operating temperatures above 60 °C, we offer suitable polycarbonate bath lids and floating insulating balls. For the organised placement of your sample vessels, we also offer test tube holders, stainless steel inserts and additional cooling coils for external cooling media. Please make use of our technical procurement service for a reliable coordination of your thermostat peripherals.