Chest Style Low Temperature Freezers 0°C To -40°C, 3 cu.ft., Manual Defrost Overview
The Chest Style Low Temperature Freezer LTF101C from Yamato Scientific is a 3 cu.ft. laboratory freezer holding a 0°C to -40°C range with manual defrost. LabSupplies.com, an authorized dealer, supplies this unit for sample preservation, reagent staging, and long-term biological storage where a reliable mechanical low-temperature setpoint matters.
Chamber construction uses 14-gauge zinc-coated galvanized steel, while the exterior is 16-gauge steel finished in powder-coated cool gray. A single-stage refrigeration system with one hermetic compressor drives cooling, paired with a CFC- and HCFC-free refrigerant. Air-cooled condensing removes the need for liquid coolant, simplifying placement on the bench floor.
Operating power covers 115V, 208V, or 230V at 60 Hz, plus 220V at 50/60 Hz, single-phase. Exterior dimensions measure 34.5" × 25.25" × 48", and shipping weight is roughly 500 lbs. Built in the USA, every LTF101C is UL Listed.
Key Features
- Digital control system: microprocessor controller with two displays, one showing the setpoint and the other the actual chamber temperature.
- Multi-stage alarm protection: battery-operated audible and visual signals on mechanical or electrical failure, with over- and under-temperature settings, a silencing switch, and a battery test switch.
- Remote monitoring relay: a relay is provided for remote alarm hook-up, plus alarm battery back-up.
- Rack and access provisions: capacity for 8 racks inside the 83 L chamber, with a 1/2" access port for probes or tubing.
- CFC- and HCFC-free refrigeration: single-stage hermetic compressor with an air-cooled condenser that needs no liquid coolant.
- Validated performance: each freezer runs a 7-day test under demanding load, holding a constant low setpoint in warm +30°C ambient conditions.
How to Choose the Right Low-Temp Freezer
Selecting a chest-style low-temperature freezer comes down to matching chamber capacity, achievable temperature, and site power to your storage protocol. Use the criteria below to confirm the LTF101C fits your workflow before purchase.
- Capacity: the 83 L / 3 cu.ft. interior holds 8 racks, so estimate vial or specimen volume against your throughput.
- Temperature range: a 0°C to -40°C span suits reagents, enzymes, and many biological samples that do not require ultra-low -80°C storage.
- Control type: dual-display digital control lets technicians verify setpoint and actual chamber temperature at a glance during audits.
- Voltage: confirm your circuit supports 115V, 208V, or 230V at 60 Hz before installation.
- Footprint: verify the 34.5" × 25.25" × 48" exterior and 500 lb weight against floor space and load limits.
- Safety monitoring: the battery-backed alarm and remote relay matter for unattended or after-hours storage.
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 3 cu.ft. |
| Temperature Range | 0°C to -40°C |
| Defrost | Manual |
| Interior Capacity | 83 L / 3 cu.ft. |
| Rack Capacity | 8 racks |
| Interior Dimensions | 24" × 12" × 18" (61 × 31 × 46 cm) |
| Exterior Dimensions | 34.5" × 25.25" × 48" (87 × 64 × 121 cm) |
| Temperature Control System | Digital control with two displays — one shows the set temperature, the other the actual chamber temperature |
| Refrigeration System | Single-stage system with one hermetic compressor |
| Refrigerant | CFC- & HCFC-free |
| Condenser | Air-cooled; no liquid coolant required |
| Alarm System | Battery-operated alarm emits an audible and visual signal on mechanical or electrical failure; over- and under-temperature settings, alarm silencing switch, and battery test switch; relay provided for remote alarm hook-up |
| Performance Testing | Every freezer is fully tested for 7 days under demanding conditions; constant low setpoint guaranteed in warm (+30°C) ambient environments |
| Electrical Requirements | 115V / 208V / 230V, 60 Hz, 1-phase; 220V, 50/60 Hz, 1-phase |
| Optional Accessories | Chart recorder; CO₂ and LN₂ back-up system; racks; cold safety gloves |
| Material | Chamber is 14-ga. Zinc coated galvanized steel. Exterior is 16-ga. steel. Power coated cool gray |
| Country of Origin | USA |
| GTIN (Barcode) | 797059930036 |
| Shipping Weight | 500 lbs |
| Dimensions (L × W × H) | 46 × 41 × 55 in |
| Component Size | 3 CF |
| Other Certification | UL Listed |
Available Sizes and Configurations
| SKU | Configuration | Pack |
|---|---|---|
| LTF-101C | EA | EA |
Documentation
More in This Series
- Chest Style Low Temperature Freezers 0°C To -40°C, 2 cu.ft., Manual Defrost
- Chest Style Low Temperature Freezers 0°C To -40°C, 5 cu.ft., Manual Defrost
- Chest Style Low Temperature Freezers 0°C To -40°C, 9 cu.ft., Manual Defrost
- Chest Style Low Temperature Freezers 0°C To -40°C, 12 cu.ft., Manual Defrost
- Chest Style Low Temperature Freezers 0°C To -40°C, 14 cu.ft., Manual Defrost
- Chest Style Low Temperature Freezers 0°C To -40°C, 17 cu.ft., Manual Defrost
- Chest Style Low Temperature Freezers 0°C To -40°C, 21 cu.ft., Manual Defrost
- Chest Style Low Temperature Freezers 0°C To -40°C, 22 cu.ft., Manual Defrost
- Chest Style Low Temperature Freezers 0°C To -40°C, 27 cu.ft., Manual Defrost
- Platinum Chest Style Low Temperature Freezers 0°C To -40°C, 3 cu.ft., Manual Defrost
- Platinum Chest Style Low Temperature Freezers 0°C To -40°C, 5 cu.ft., Manual Defrost
- Platinum Chest Style Low Temperature Freezers 0°C To -40°C, 9 cu.ft., Manual Defrost
- Platinum Chest Style Low Temperature Freezers 0°C To -40°C, 12 cu.ft., Manual Defrost
- Platinum Chest Style Low Temperature Freezers 0°C To -40°C, 14 cu.ft., Manual Defrost
- Platinum Chest Style Low Temperature Freezers 0°C To -40°C, 17 cu.ft., Manual Defrost
- Platinum Chest Style Low Temperature Freezers 0°C To -40°C, 21 cu.ft., Manual Defrost
- Platinum Chest Style Low Temperature Freezers 0°C To -40°C, 22 cu.ft., Manual Defrost
- Platinum Chest Style Low Temperature Freezers 0°C To -40°C, 27 cu.ft., Manual Defrost
- Upright Style Low Temperature Freezers 0°C To -40°C, 13 cu.ft., Manual Defrost
- Upright Style Low Temperature Freezers 0°C To -40°C, 18 cu.ft., Manual Defrost
- Upright Style Low Temperature Freezers 0°C To -40°C, 22 cu.ft., Manual Defrost
- Upright Style Low Temperature Freezers 0°C To -40°C, 25 cu.ft., Manual Defrost
- Upright Style Low Temperature Freezers 0°C To -40°C, 28 cu.ft., Manual Defrost
- Platinum Upright Style Low Temperature Freezers 0°C To -40°C, 13 cu.ft., Manual Defrost
- Platinum Upright Style Low Temperature Freezers 0°C To -40°C, 18 cu.ft., Manual Defrost
- Platinum Upright Style Low Temperature Freezers 0°C To -40°C, 22 cu.ft., Manual Defrost
- Platinum Upright Style Low Temperature Freezers 0°C To -40°C, 25 cu.ft., Manual Defrost
- Platinum Upright Style Low Temperature Freezers 0°C To -40°C, 28 cu.ft., Manual Defrost
Why Buy From LabSupplies.com
LabSupplies.com supplies the Yamato Scientific LTF101C as an authorized dealer, so you receive a genuine unit backed by the manufacturer warranty. Our lab-equipment specialists can answer spec questions and confirm electrical fit before you order directly online.
- Authorized Yamato Scientific dealer: genuine equipment with full manufacturer warranty.
- In stock: ready to ship from USA inventory.
- Specialist support: dedicated lab-equipment staff for spec and configuration questions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What temperature range does the Yamato LTF101C reach?
The LTF101C operates from 0°C down to -40°C. A single-stage hermetic compressor and air-cooled condenser maintain the setpoint, and the unit holds a constant low temperature even in warm +30°C ambient conditions.
How much storage capacity and how many racks does it hold?
The chamber provides 83 L / 3 cu.ft. of interior space and accommodates 8 racks. Interior dimensions are 24" × 12" × 18" (61 × 31 × 46 cm).
What electrical supply does the LTF101C require?
It accepts 115V, 208V, or 230V at 60 Hz, single-phase, plus 220V at 50/60 Hz, single-phase. Confirm your available circuit before installation.
What materials are used in the cabinet construction?
The chamber is 14-gauge zinc-coated galvanized steel. The exterior is 16-gauge steel finished in powder-coated cool gray. Refrigerant is CFC- and HCFC-free.
What alarm and monitoring features are included?
A battery-operated alarm emits audible and visual signals on mechanical or electrical failure. It includes over- and under-temperature settings, an alarm silencing switch, a battery test switch, and a relay for remote alarm hook-up.
What are the exterior dimensions and shipping weight?
Exterior dimensions are 34.5" × 25.25" × 48" (87 × 64 × 121 cm), and the unit weighs approximately 500 lbs. Verify floor space and load capacity before placement.