36" Wide Vented Balance Enclosure Overview
The 36" Wide Vented Balance Enclosure (model VBE306) from Yamato Scientific is a self-contained ductless workstation built for safe handling of fine powders, chemicals, and biological products. With a 36" exterior width and top-mounted HEPA/blower filtration, it protects operators while keeping analytical balances stable. LabSupplies.com is an authorized dealer.
Construction centers on optically clear 3/8" jeweled acrylic plastic for full visibility and chemical resistance. The phenolic base resists chemicals, dampens vibration, and stabilizes analytical balances; its black finish makes spilled powders easy to spot. Curved ABS airfoils route gentle, unobstructed flow through rear and side baffles to the H14 HEPA filter, recirculating filtered air to the lab.
VBE306 runs on 115–120V; the VBE316 variant supports 220–240V. Interior workspace measures 35.25" × 23" × 21.5", with exterior dimensions of 36.5" × 26.75" × 41". The unit ships at 300 lbs, carries CE certification, and is made in the USA.
Key Features
- HEPA/blower filtration: top-mounted aluminum-frame H14 HEPA with 100 mm pleat, rated 99.9997% at 0.3 microns, sealed by upstream and downstream polyurethane gaskets.
- Optically clear construction: 3/8" jeweled acrylic plastic delivers full chamber visibility with chemical resistance.
- Phenolic base: superior chemical resistance plus analytical-balance stabilization and low vibration; black finish makes powder spills easy to detect.
- Face-velocity alarm: 40–2000 fpm range, sub-1-second response, LED and audible Piezo, with green (healthy), yellow (turbulence), and red (system failure) indicators.
- Containment airflow: front viewing sash with multiple air foils and adjustable front draft protection improve containment and deflect drafts.
- Configurable ports: electrical cord outlet port plus a side blank plate ready for an optional Bag-In/Bag-Out port.
How to Choose the Right Vented Balance Enclosure
Selecting a ductless balance enclosure comes down to matching chamber size, filtration, and site power to your weighing workflow. Use these axes to confirm fit before ordering.
- Footprint and interior width: verify the 36" exterior and 35.25" interior width clear your bench and accommodate your balance and accessories.
- Filtration class: H14 HEPA at 99.9997% efficiency suits fine powders and biological products; confirm recirculating airflow meets your handling protocol.
- Voltage: choose VBE306 (115–120V) or VBE316 (220–240V) to match your facility's circuit.
- Base material: the phenolic base resists chemicals and stabilizes analytical balances; the black finish aids powder detection.
- Safety monitoring: a face-velocity alarm with color-coded LED and audible alert confirms containment status in real time.
- Expansion ports: a side blank plate accepts an optional Bag-In/Bag-Out port for hazardous-material handling.
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Voltage | 115V |
| Type | Vented balance enclosure |
| Width | 36" |
| Interior Dimensions (W × D × H) | 35.25" × 23" × 21.5" (895 × 584 × 546 mm) |
| Exterior Dimensions (W × D × H) | 36.5" × 26.75" × 41" (927 × 679 × 1041 mm) |
| Construction | Optically clear 3/8" jeweled acrylic plastic |
| Filtration | Top-mounted HEPA/blower — aluminum-frame H14 HEPA, 100 mm pleat, 99.9997% @ 0.3 microns, with upstream/downstream polyurethane gasket |
| Base | Phenolic base — superior chemical resistance, analytical-balance stabilization, low vibration; black finish for easy powder detection |
| Viewing Sash | Front viewing sash with multiple air foils for higher containment and draft deflection |
| Airflow Alarm | Face-velocity alarm — 40–2000 fpm range, <1 s response, LED and audible Piezo; green (healthy) / yellow (turbulence) / red (system failure) indicators |
| Draft Protection | Adjustable front draft protection |
| Ports | Electrical cord outlet port; side blank plate for optional Bag-In/Bag-Out port |
| Air Handling | Curved ABS airfoils give gentle, unobstructed flow through rear and side baffles to the top-mounted HEPA filter, recirculating to the lab |
| Power Supply | 115–120V (220–240V variant available) |
| Applications | Self-contained weighing of fine powders, chemicals, and biological products |
| Material | Optically clear 3/8" jeweled acrylic plastic Phenolic base |
| Country of Origin | USA |
| GTIN (Barcode) | 797059929771 |
| Shipping Weight | 300 lbs |
| Dimensions (L × W × H) | 58 × 39 × 51 in |
| Component Size | 36 In |
| CE Certification | CE Certification |
Available Sizes and Configurations
| SKU | Configuration | Pack |
|---|---|---|
| VBE-306 | 115V | EA |
| VBE-316 | 220V | EA |
Documentation
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Why Buy From LabSupplies.com
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of filtration does the VBE306 use?
The VBE306 uses a top-mounted HEPA/blower system with an aluminum-frame H14 HEPA filter rated 99.9997% efficient at 0.3 microns. It features a 100 mm pleat depth and upstream/downstream polyurethane gaskets, recirculating filtered air back into the lab.
What are the interior and exterior dimensions?
Interior working dimensions are 35.25" × 23" × 21.5" (895 × 584 × 546 mm). Exterior dimensions are 36.5" × 26.75" × 41" (927 × 679 × 1041 mm), and the unit weighs 300 lbs.
What is the difference between the VBE306 and VBE316?
Voltage is the only difference. VBE306 operates on 115–120V, while VBE316 operates on 220–240V. Both share identical construction, dimensions, HEPA filtration, and phenolic base.
What materials is the enclosure made from?
The chamber is built from optically clear 3/8" jeweled acrylic plastic for visibility and chemical resistance. The base is phenolic, offering superior chemical resistance, analytical-balance stabilization, and low vibration, with a black finish for easy powder detection.
Does the enclosure include safety monitoring?
Yes. A face-velocity alarm monitors a 40–2000 fpm range with a sub-1-second response. It provides LED and audible Piezo alerts, using green for healthy, yellow for turbulence, and red for system failure.
Can the enclosure be configured for hazardous-material containment?
Yes. A side blank plate accepts an optional Bag-In/Bag-Out port, and an electrical cord outlet port is included. The front viewing sash with multiple air foils and adjustable front draft protection enhance containment.
