Heating 15 mL conical tubes in a water bath means dealing with floating tubes, water splashing onto labels, and the constant risk of contamination through imperfect cap seals. The LW Scientific DBL-24PL-15DP Digital Dry Bath Incubator solves every one of those problems with solid-state aluminum block heating. Twenty-four wells across two interchangeable blocks hold your 15 mL tubes upright and secure, heated to any temperature from ambient +5°C to 150°C with PID microprocessor precision.
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Interchangeable Block Design | Blocks lift out and swap in seconds. Additional blocks available for 2 mL, 50 mL, or mixed configurations from the same base unit |
| Universal Power Adapter | 90–240 VAC adapter included — operational on any mains voltage worldwide without an external transformer or converter |
| Temperature | Ambient +5°C to 150°C |
| Control | Digital PID microprocessor |
| Blocks | Interchangeable |
| Country of origin | Made in USA |
Compare the Dry Bath Incubator Family
| Model | Blocks | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| DBL-40PL-02DP | Two 20-place | 40 × 2 mL tubes |
| DBL-24PL-15DP (this model) | 24-place | 24 × 15 mL tubes |
| DBL-08PL-50DP | 8-place | 8 × 50 mL tubes |
| DBL-16PL-11DP | Combo (50 mL + 15 mL) | Dual-block |
| DBP-Series | Replacement heat block | Spare / add-on block |
DBL units: digital PID, ambient +5°C to 150°C, Made in USA.
Applications
Point-of-care clinical specimen incubation where water bath contamination poses an infection control risk
Frequently Asked Questions
What tube sizes fit the DBL-24PL-15DP heat blocks?
The included blocks accept standard 6–15 mL conical tubes with an outer diameter of 17 mm. This covers the most common 10 mL and 15 mL centrifuge tubes from all major manufacturers.
Can I switch to smaller or larger tubes later?
Yes. The LW Scientific dry bath uses interchangeable blocks. You can purchase separate blocks for 2 mL microcentrifuge tubes (SKU: DBP-20PL-0277) or 50 mL conical tubes (SKU: DBP-04PL-5077) and swap them into the same base unit without tools.
How accurate is the PID temperature control?
The PID microprocessor continuously adjusts heater power to hold the setpoint with minimal overshoot. The LED display shows both set and actual temperature in real time so you can verify equilibrium before loading samples.
Is this dry bath compatible with international power supplies?
Yes. The included adapter accepts 90–240 VAC input, making it operational on standard power outlets in North America, Europe, Asia, and other regions without a transformer.
Why choose a dry bath over a water bath for 15 mL tube incubation?
Dry baths eliminate water contamination risk, require no water changes or biocide treatment, and hold tubes securely upright rather than allowing them to float. They also recover temperature faster when cold tubes are loaded and occupy less bench space than most water baths.
