General Purpose Benchtop Incubator With Window 37L Overview
The General Purpose Benchtop Incubator With Window 37L (model IC103CW) from Yamato Scientific is a 37-liter natural convection incubator engineered for everyday culturing and warming tasks across an operating range of ambient +5 to 80°C. Sold by LabSupplies.com, authorized dealer, this benchtop unit pairs an observation window with a raised, easy-access digital control panel.
Air jacket technology distributes heat evenly throughout the chamber, holding ±0.5°C accuracy at 37°C and ±1.0°C distribution. PID control by microprocessor drives a K-thermocouple sensor and a 0.2 kW iron-chrome wire heater. Interior surfaces use stainless steel; the exterior is cold-rolled steel plate with a baked melamine resin finish over glass fiber insulation.
Power is supplied at 115V on the IC103CW, with a 220V counterpart available. Internal chamber dimensions measure 350 × 300 × 360 mm. Yamato lists external dimensions (W × D × H) of 430 × 397 × 606 mm (16.9 × 15.6 × 23.9 in); packed for shipping it measures 36 × 36 × 34 in at 112 lb. Country of origin is listed as Switzerland.
Key Features
- Natural convection design: air jacket technology delivers even, efficient heat distribution across the 37 L chamber.
- Observation window: lets technicians monitor samples without opening the door and disrupting chamber temperature.
- Digital control and timer: easy-to-use setting display with auto start/stop and quick auto stop functions, mounted on a raised panel for access.
- PID microprocessor control: regulates a K-thermocouple sensor to ±0.5°C accuracy at 37°C and ±1.0°C distribution.
- Built-in safety devices: self-diagnostic functions for sensor, display, and measured-temperature errors, plus automatic overheat prevention.
- Durable construction: stainless steel interior with a melamine resin baked-finish steel exterior and glass fiber insulation.
How to Choose the Right Incubator
Matching an incubator to your workflow means weighing chamber size against the temperatures, control precision, and site power your lab requires. Use these axes to confirm the IC103CW fits before purchase.
- Capacity: the 37 L chamber (350 × 300 × 360 mm interior) suits routine sample volumes on limited bench space; larger throughput may need a floor model.
- Temperature range: an ambient +5 to 80°C span covers standard 37°C culturing and warming tasks but not refrigerated or high-heat applications.
- Control type: PID microprocessor control with a digital display and timer favors labs needing repeatable, set-and-hold operation over manual analog dials.
- Voltage: choose the 115V IC103CW or 220V IC113CW to match your facility's available circuit.
- Footprint and weight: verify bench clearance and load rating for a 112 lb unit before installation.
- Safety features: self-diagnostics and automatic overheat prevention matter for unattended overnight runs.
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 37 L |
| Voltage | 115V |
| System | Natural convection |
| Operating Temperature Range | ambient +5 to 80°C *1 |
| Temperature Accuracy | ±0.5°C (at 37°C) *2 |
| Temperature Distribution | ±1.0°C *2 |
| Temperature Control System | PID control by microprocessor |
| Sensor | K-thermocouple |
| Interior Material | Stainless steel |
| Exterior Material | Cold-rolled steel plate with melamine resin baked finish |
| Heat Insulation | Glass fiber |
| Operation Function | Fixed temperature, auto start/stop, quick auto stop |
| Safety Devices | Self-diagnostic functions (sensor error, display error, measured-temperature error); automatic overheat prevention |
| Heater | Iron-chrome wire heater, 0.2 kW |
| Internal Dimensions | 350 × 300 × 360 mm |
| Material | Steel plate SPCC powder coating (exterior) Stainless steel (interior) |
| Country of Origin | China |
| GTIN (Barcode) | 797059927470 |
| Shipping Weight | 112 lbs |
| External Dimensions (W × D × H) | 430 × 397 × 606 mm (16.9 × 15.6 × 23.9 in) |
| Shipping Dimensions (L × W × H) | 36 × 36 × 34 in |
| Component Size | 37 L |
*1 No-load operation of bath only; maximum temperature varies with circumstances and operating conditions. *2 Measured under ambient temperature 23°C ±5°C, humidity 65%RH ±20%, per Yamato Scientific test conditions.
Compare IC Series Models
| Model | Capacity | Exterior | Shipping weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| IC103CW (this model) | 37 L | 430 × 397 × 606 mm (16.9 × 15.6 × 23.9 in) | 112 lbs |
| IC403CW | 97 L | 560 × 606 × 820 mm (22.0 × 23.9 × 32.3 in) | 204 lbs |
| IC603CW | 159 L | 710 × 656 × 870 mm (28.0 × 25.8 × 34.3 in) | 245 lbs |
| IC803CW | 318 L | 710 × 656 × 1619 mm (28.0 × 25.8 × 63.7 in) | 355 lbs |
| IC903CW | 567 L | 1180 × 656 × 1619 mm (46.5 × 25.8 × 63.7 in) | 550 lbs |
All models in this group share: temperature range ambient +5 to 80°C; accuracy ±0.5°C (at 37°C).
Ordering Information
| Catalog number | Configuration | GTIN / UPC |
|---|---|---|
| IC-103CW | 115V | 797059927470 |
| IC-113CW | 220V | 797059927487 |
| Manufacturer | Yamato Scientific |
| Manufacturer part numbers | IC-103CW, IC-113CW |
| UNSPSC | 41104401 — Gravity convection general purpose incubators |
| HTS code | 8419.89.9585 |
| Export classification (ECCN) | EAR99 |
Documents & Downloads
- Yamato IC Series General Purpose Incubator brochure (PDF, 1.1 MB)
- Yamato Scientific America product page
Replacement Parts & Accessories for the IC Series
| Catalog number | Part |
|---|---|
| 212246 | Shelf & Bracket Set for Ovens & Incubators | 400 Series |
| 212266 | Shelf & Bracket Set for Ovens & Incubators | 600/602/800/802/812 Series |
| 212822 | Metal Stacking Kit for DKN/DVS/DX402 & IC402 VS Type | OD40 |
| 212823 | Metal Stacking Kit for DKN/DVS/DX602 & IC/IN602 VS Type | OD60 |
| 281596 | Stand for Ovens & Incubators up to 600 Series | OA194 / ON61 |
| 42110501001 | Shelf & Bracket Set For IC103C/CW |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the temperature range of the Yamato IC103CW incubator?
The IC103CW operates from ambient +5 to 80°C. It holds ±0.5°C accuracy at 37°C with ±1.0°C temperature distribution, controlled by a PID microprocessor and K-thermocouple sensor.
What are the chamber capacity and interior dimensions?
The chamber holds 37 liters with interior dimensions of 350 × 300 × 360 mm. Yamato lists external dimensions (W × D × H) of 430 × 397 × 606 mm (16.9 × 15.6 × 23.9 in); packed for shipping it measures 36 × 36 × 34 in at 112 lb.
What voltage options are available?
Two voltage versions are offered: the IC103CW runs on 115V and the IC113CW runs on 220V. Both share the same 37 L chamber, natural convection system, and 0.2 kW iron-chrome wire heater. Select the model that matches your facility circuit.
What materials is the incubator made from?
The interior is stainless steel, while the exterior is cold-rolled steel plate with a baked melamine resin finish. Glass fiber serves as the heat insulation between the chamber and outer shell.
Does this incubator use natural convection or forced air?
The IC103CW uses natural convection with air jacket technology for even, efficient heat distribution throughout the chamber. This design suits gentle, routine warming and culturing applications.
What safety features does the IC103CW include?
It includes self-diagnostic functions that detect sensor errors, display errors, and measured-temperature errors, plus automatic overheat prevention. An observation window also lets staff monitor samples without opening the door.
Which replacement parts and accessories are listed for the Yamato IC103CW?
Yamato lists 6 parts for the IC Series: 212246, 212266, 212822, 212823, 281596 and 42110501001. Each is linked with its description in the parts table on this page.
What is the difference between IC-103CW and IC-113CW?
IC-103CW is the 115V configuration. IC-113CW is the 220V configuration. Order the catalog number that matches your facility's electrical supply.
What is the UNSPSC code for the Yamato IC103CW?
The Yamato IC103CW is classified under UNSPSC 41104401 (gravity convection general purpose incubators).
Is there a spec sheet or brochure for the Yamato IC103CW?
Yes. The Yamato IC Series General Purpose Incubator brochure (1.1 MB PDF) is linked under Documents & Downloads on this page.
How does the Yamato IC103CW compare with the other IC Series models?
Yamato builds this IC Series line in 5 sizes: 37 L (IC103CW), 97 L (IC403CW), 159 L (IC603CW), 318 L (IC803CW) and 567 L (IC903CW). All share temperature range ambient +5 to 80°C and accuracy ±0.5°C (at 37°C). The comparison table on this page lists capacity, exterior and shipping weight side by side.
How accurate and uniform is the temperature in the Yamato IC103CW?
Yamato rates the IC103CW for temperature accuracy at ±0.5°C (at 37°C) and temperature distribution at ±1.0°C.
