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Product information "Memmert stainless steel perforated tray E35160 for size 50"
The E35160 stainless steel perforated tray is intended for Memmert ICO CO₂ incubators and HCP humidity chambers in size 50. According to Memmert, the maximum load per shelf for this size is 15 kg. In addition, the maximum load per unit limits the loading; it is stated in the unit’s data sheet.
Pre-order: The ICO50 is part of the new ICO NextGen generation. It is available as a pre-order.
The Memmert ICO50 NextGen CO₂ incubator offers an internal volume of 56 litres within a compact footprint. This makes it the entry point into the new NextGen platform for laboratories that regularly incubate cell cultures without sacrificing too much floor space. The series completely replaces the previous ICO generation from 2012, featuring a new operating concept and updated model sizes.
One touchscreen instead of two displays
Whereas the previous generation featured two separate TFT displays, the ICO50 NextGen combines actual and target values, as well as parameter trends, on a single 6.86-inch IPS touchscreen with multi-touch functionality (480 x 1280 pixels). Temperature, CO₂ and the optional humidity and O₂ readings are thus displayed on a single screen rather than two.
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. Temperature and CO₂ are the two parameters that can be controlled as standard on the ICO50.
Humidity and O₂ as an extension
The scope of delivery includes a stainless-steel water tray. Users wishing to actively control relative humidity can upgrade with Option K7 to a range of 40 to 98 % rh, including a rh cut-off function, with a setting accuracy of 0.1 % rh. Humidification is handled by a self-priming micro-dosing pump with a hot steam generator, whilst dehumidification is managed by a diaphragm pump; the unit also features an integrated self-diagnostic system with audible and visual fault indicators. For hypoxic applications, Option T6 (requires Option K7) controls the oxygen concentration via nitrogen injection within the range of 1 to 20 % O₂, with an accuracy of 0.1 %.
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. This saves time in day-to-day laboratory work between two different culture batches.
Inner chamber, 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 4 shelves can be fitted, with a maximum load of 15 kg per shelf and 50 kg per unit. According to the manufacturer, a glass door option (K4) is not available for the ICO50, unlike the larger models ICO105, ICO180 and ICO240.
Interfaces and software
The ICO50 NextGen features USB-C and Ethernet LAN. The chargeable software application myChamber LIMS is available for connection to a LIMS or other data management system, whilst the connectivity package for the myChamber Monitoring App is available for permanent remote monitoring. Users requiring electronic signatures according to 21 CFR Part 11 of the US FDA can add the FDAQ1 basic licence for AtmoCONTROL FDA and myChamber Control FDA. None of the three software options are included as standard.
Operation and connected load specifications
The ICO50 NextGen is rated for 230 V, 50/60 Hz; Option X2 converts it to 115 V at no extra cost. Power consumption is approximately 1,200 W. The textured stainless steel housing measures 548 x 628 x 519 mm (width x height x depth), plus an additional 50 mm for the door handle. The internal dimensions are 400 x 425 x 330 mm. The net weight is 53 kg; when packed, it weighs 66 kg.
Other sizes in the ICO NextGen series
In addition to the ICO50 (56 litres), we offer the ICO105 (108 litres), the ICO180 (177 litres, successor to the previous ICO150) and the ICO240 (243 litres), each featuring the same operating concept and the same control parameters.
Typical applications
With controlled temperature and CO₂ concentration, the ICO50 NextGen is suitable for:
Routine incubation of cell cultures at individual workstations or in smaller laboratories
Microbiological and cell biology research where space is limited
Laboratory operations involving frequent changes of culture batches, thanks to the built-in sterilisation function
Getting started with active humidity or O₂ control via the K7 and T6 options
Technical details
Internal volume56 litres
Internal dimensions (W x H x D)400 x 425 x 330 mm (depth minus 37.5 mm for the fan)
Cabinet dimensions (W x H x D)548 x 628 x 519 mm (plus 50 mm door handle)
Interior materialStainless steel grade 1.4301 (ASTM 304), deep-drawn
Temperature setting range+20 to +50 °C
Operating temperature rangeat least 5 °C above room temperature up to +50 °C
Temperature accuracy0.1 °C (temporal variation at 37 °C ±0.1 K, spatial ±0.3 K)
CO₂ control0 to 20 % CO₂, accuracy 0.1 %, temporal variation ±0.2 % CO₂
Humidity control (Option K7)40 to 98 % rh and rh-Off, accuracy 0.1 % rh
O₂ control (Option T6, requires K7)1 to 20 % O₂, accuracy 0.1 %
Control unit6.86" IPS touchscreen (480 x 1280 pixels), multi-touch
DoorFully insulated stainless steel door, 2-point locking, internal glass door
Shelves1x stainless steel perforated shelf as part of the scope of delivery, up to 4 possible
Max. load50 kg total / 15 kg per shelf
Installation4 adjustable feet
InterfacesUSB-C, Ethernet LAN
Factory calibration certificate+37 °C, 5 % CO₂ (standard; with option K7 additionally 90 % rh, with K7 and T6 additionally 10 % O₂)
Voltage/Power230 V, 50/60 Hz, approx. 1,200 W (Option X2: 115 V at no extra cost)
Net weight/Gross weight53 kg / 66 kg
Scope of delivery
1x Memmert ICO50 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) 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 ICO50 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 is available to assist you with additional stainless steel perforated shelves, the K7 (active humidity control) or T6 (O₂ control) options, a stacking kit for two ICO50 units of the same size, or a bespoke calibration. As factory options, Memmert also offers DAkkS calibration according to DKD-R 5-7, IQ/OQ documents and IQ/OQ qualification. We order these with the device on request.
With 56 litres of internal volume, the Memmert Humidity Chamber HCP50 is the smallest of the four HCP sizes. Internally it measures 400 x 425 x 330 mm (W x H x D, the depth is reduced by 35 mm for the fan), externally 559 x 795 x 521 mm plus 56 mm door handle. It actively controls temperature and relative humidity, in the setting temperature range from +18 to +90 °C and at 20 to 95 % rh, and there is also the rh-Off setting. Both control loops run via the ControlCOCKPIT TwinDISPLAY with two TFT colour graphic displays.Humidifying, dehumidifying, supplying waterThe water comes from an external container, and a self-priming pump delivers it into the chamber. An integrated germ barrier works with hot steam generation, and dehumidification is via a sterile filter. A water canister with connection hose is part of the scope of delivery. Only demineralised or fully deionised water with a conductivity of 5 to 10 µS/cm and a pH value between 5 and 7 is permissible. Anyone who wants to connect the chamber to the domestic water supply orders a central water supply with or without filter cartridges as an accessory, and the product information on it is available on request.The setting accuracy is 0.1 °C for temperature and 0.5 % rh for humidity. Against condensate, all-round heating on six sides provides protection, plus the heated door and the heated rear wall.Loading and housingA stainless steel perforated tray is in the interior from the factory, which is made of stainless steel 1.4301 (ASTM 304). Up to five shelves fit in, 15 kg per shelf are permitted and 75 kg for the whole unit. The net weight is approx. 55 kg, and the chamber is transported upright. A silicone feedthrough with 40 mm inner diameter sits in the rear wall (centre left), is humidity-tight and can be closed with a silicone plug.Programs, timer and interfacesPrograms are programmed, managed and transferred via Ethernet or USB with the AtmoCONTROL software. The countdown clock with target time indication runs from 1 minute to 99 days. SetpointWAIT starts the process time only when the setpoint temperature has been reached. Three freely selectable values each can be calibrated for temperature and humidity. The temperature is displayed in Celsius or Fahrenheit, and the user interface is available in nine languages from German to Chinese. The chamber saves the program sequence in the event of a power failure.Two sensors, AutoSAFETY and installationTwo Pt100 sensors of DIN class A measure in 4-wire technology. They monitor each other, and in the event of a fault each takes over the function of the other. The additional over- and under-temperature monitoring AutoSAFETY follows the setpoint at a freely selectable interval, reports deviations visually and acoustically and switches the heating off when exceeded. A self-diagnosis system helps with troubleshooting of the temperature and humidity control.The HCP50 may be installed at 10 to 30 °C ambient temperature and a maximum of 70 % rel. humidity, non-condensing, up to 2,000 m above sea level. At least 15 cm distance to the rear wall is provided, 20 cm to the ceiling, and at least 5 cm at the sides to a wall or neighbouring unit.Which size fitsFive shelves and 75 kg total load are the limits of the HCP50. If more is needed, the HCP105 with 107 l, six shelves and 90 kg is the next size. The HCP50 works from 7 °C above room temperature. If cooling or work below 20 % rh is needed, a different series helps: the ICH110 climate chamber with 108 l has a setting temperature range of -10 to +60 °C and controls humidity from 10 to 80 % rh in the range +10 to +60 °C. In return, it ends at +60 °C, whereas the HCP50 goes up to +90 °C and 95 % rh.Typical applicationsThe HCP series is intended for these applications:Environmental testingEnvironmental simulationsAccelerated lifetime tests85/85 tests according to IEC 60068-2-67 and IEC 60068-2-78Technical detailsSetting temperature range+18 to +90 °CWorking temperature range7 °C above room temperature to +90 °CTemperature setting accuracy0.1 °CHumidity range (active humidification and dehumidification)20 to 95 % rh and rh-OffHumidity setting accuracy0.5 % rhTemperature sensor2x Pt100, DIN class A, 4-wire measurement, mutual monitoringControlControlCOCKPIT TwinDISPLAY, PID microprocessor controller, 2x TFT colour graphic displayHeating concept6-sided all-round heating with door and rear wall heatingWater qualitydemineralised or fully deionised, 5 to 10 µS/cm, pH 5 to 7Internal volume56 lInternal dimensions (W x H x D)400 x 425 x 330 mm (D less 35 mm for fan)External dimensions (W x H x D)559 x 795 x 521 mm (D plus 56 mm door handle)Weight netapprox. 55 kgShelves maximum5 (1 perforated tray as standard)Load75 kg unit, 15 kg per shelfConnection 230 V50/60 Hz, approx. 1,520 WInterfacesEthernet LAN, USBPermissible environment10 to 30 °C, max. 70 % rel., non-condensingMaximum installation altitude2,000 m above sea levelMarkingsCE, VDE GS, cMETusOther sizes in the seriesThe HCP series has four sizes with the same temperature and humidity range, sorted by internal volume:ModelInternal volumeSetting temperatureHumidity rangeHCP50 (this page)56 l+18 to +90 °C20 to 95 % rhHCP105107 l+18 to +90 °C20 to 95 % rhHCP150156 l+18 to +90 °C20 to 95 % rhHCP240241 l+18 to +90 °C20 to 95 % rhScope of delivery1x Memmert Humidity Chamber HCP501x stainless steel perforated trayFactory calibration certificate (measuring room centre of usable space) for 60 °C at 75 % rhAdditional heated inner glass doorFully insulated stainless steel door with 2-point locking (compression door lock)Silicone feedthrough, 40 mm inner diameter, in the rear wallWater canister with connection hoseRegulatory informationThe unit is an electrical device within the meaning of the German Electrical and Electronic Equipment Act (ElektroG). The WEEE registration number of the manufacturer Memmert GmbH + Co. KG is DE 66812464. Notes on returning old appliances can be found on our page Environment and disposal.Individual requirements and procurement serviceAvailable as factory options for the HCP50 when ordering are, among others, 115 V connection voltage, lateral feedthroughs with 23 mm inner diameter left or right, 4-20 mA current interfaces for the actual value of temperature or humidity, a lockable door, a potential-free contact for fault messages and the SMS alarm MobileALERT. MobileALERT requires the alarm contact. Accessories include stainless steel perforated trays and grid shelves, the central water supply, a USB-Ethernet adapter, a USB user ID stick, the FDA licence for AtmoCONTROL FDA, a stacking kit, base frames with 130 mm height or 622 mm levellable, and an external measuring device for temperature and humidity. Factory and DAkkS calibrations, IQ/OQ documents and short on-site training are also available. For individual requirements, we will advise you personally.