Memmert CO2 incubator ICO105 NextGen, 108 L, 6.86-inch touch display

Pre-order: The ICO105 is part of the new ICO NextGen series. It is available as a pre-order.

With an internal volume of 108 litres, the Memmert ICO105 NextGen CO₂ incubator is a medium-sized model in the new NextGen series, offering one litre more capacity than the previous ICO105 from the 2012 generation. For laboratories that incubate several culture batches in parallel or require more space than the entry-level ICO50 offers, this size provides ample capacity without having to opt for the next larger model straight away.

A touchscreen instead of two separate screens

Instead of the previous TwinDISPLAY with two separate TFT screens, the ICO105 NextGen displays actual and target values as well as parameter trends on a 6.86-inch IPS touchscreen with multi-touch functionality (480 x 1280 pixels).

Temperature and CO₂ control

The temperature can be set from +20 to +50 °C; the operating range extends from at least 5 °C above room temperature up to +50 °C, with a setting accuracy of 0.1 °C. At 37 °C, the temporal temperature fluctuation is ±0.1 K, and the spatial fluctuation is ±0.3 K. CO₂ control covers 0 to 20 % CO₂ as standard, with a setting accuracy of 0.1 % and a temporal fluctuation of ±0.2 % CO₂.

Humidity and O₂ as an extension

A stainless-steel water tray is supplied as standard. Option K7 extends the ICO105 to include active humidity control from 40 to 98 % rh, including a ‘rh off’ function, with a setting accuracy of 0.1 % rh, utilising a self-priming micro-dosing pump with a hot steam generator for humidification and a diaphragm pump for dehumidification. Option T6 (requires Option K7) additionally controls the oxygen concentration via nitrogen injection in the range 1 to 20 % O₂, with an accuracy of 0.1 %.

Glass doors and battery storage as additional options

Unlike the smaller ICO50, the ICO105 offers Option K4: two internal doors with glass panels instead of the solid stainless-steel door, which is practical for a quick glance inside the unit without altering the internal climate. Also available as an option is an integrated battery storage unit (Option C2), which allows the display unit to continue operating without interruption in the event of a power cut, ensuring seamless documentation of all parameters even during a power cut.

Sterilisation without removing sensors

A pre-programmed cycle sterilises the interior in 60 minutes at +180 °C without the need to remove the sensors beforehand.

Interior, door and shelves

The deep-drawn interior is made of stainless steel grade 1.4301 (ASTM 304). The fully insulated stainless steel door closes with a 2-point compression lock and features an internal glass door. A stainless steel perforated shelf is supplied as standard; up to 5 shelves can be fitted, with a maximum load of 15 kg per shelf and 75 kg per unit.

Interfaces and software

The ICO105 NextGen features USB-C and Ethernet LAN. The chargeable software application myChamber LIMS is available for connection to a LIMS, whilst the connectivity package for the myChamber Monitoring App is available for permanent remote monitoring. For electronic signatures according to 21 CFR Part 11, the basic licence FDAQ1 for AtmoCONTROL FDA and myChamber Control FDA can be added. None of the three options is included as standard.

Operation and connected load specifications

The ICO105 NextGen is rated for 230 V, 50/60 Hz; Option X2 converts it to 115 V at no extra cost, and the power consumption is approximately 1,450 W. The textured stainless steel housing measures 708 x 683 x 589 mm (width x height x depth), plus a 50 mm allowance for the door handle; the internal dimensions are 560 x 480 x 400 mm. The net weight is 70 kg; when packed, it weighs 85 kg.

Other sizes in the ICO NextGen series

In addition to the ICO105 (108 litres), we offer the ICO50 (56 litres) for smaller batches, as well as the ICO180 (177 litres, successor to the previous ICO150) and the ICO240 (243 litres) for higher throughput, each featuring the same operating concept.

Typical applications

With controlled temperature and CO₂ concentration, as well as an optional glass door, the ICO105 NextGen is suitable for:

• Parallel incubation of multiple culture batches in medium-sized laboratories
• Microbiological, pharmaceutical and biotechnological research requiring documented environmental conditions
• Laboratory operations where visual monitoring via glass doors (Option K4) reduces the change in climate when the door is opened
• Processes requiring complete documentation even in the event of a power cut (Option C2)

Technical details

Scope of delivery

• 1x Memmert ICO105 NextGen CO₂ incubator (basic unit)
• 1x stainless steel perforated shelf
• 1x stainless steel water tray
• 1x CO₂ connection set (hose with connector and hose clamp)
• 1x factory calibration certificate (+37 °C, 5 % CO₂)

Not included in the scope of delivery: active humidity control (Option K7), O₂ control (Option T6), glass doors (Option K4), the battery storage unit (Option C2) and the water canister with connection hose (only when Option K7 is ordered) are additional options, as are the software licences for myChamber LIMS, the Monitoring App and FDAQ1.

Regulatory information

Manufacturer’s WEEE registration number (Memmert GmbH + Co. KG, Stiftung EAR): DE 66812464. The ICO105 NextGen is not a medical device. Memmert is discontinuing the separate, previous ICOmed medical device series (last order 6 November 2026); according to Memmert, the ICO NextGen is currently undergoing testing and qualification to also meet the requirements for medical applications; this is an announcement, not an approval that has already been granted.

Individual requirements and procurement service

Memmert units bought from us are covered for three years from delivery: the first 12 months are followed by a 24-month warranty under Memmert’s terms, handled through us. Your statutory rights remain unaffected. Our procurement service can assist you with additional stainless steel perforated shelves, the K7, T6, K4 or C2 options, a stacking set for two ICO105 units of the same size (item no. B72335) or a bespoke calibration.