Running 50 mL conical tube incubations in a water bath means fishing around for floating tubes, dealing with soggy labels, and risking cross-contamination every time a cap seal fails. The LW Scientific DBL-08PL-50DP Digital Dry Bath Incubator replaces all of that hassle with solid aluminum dry heating. Two 4-place blocks hold eight 50 mL centrifuge tubes in secure, upright wells — delivering uniform temperature from ambient +5°C to 150°C under PID microprocessor control.
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Dual LED Display | Real-time temperature and setpoint shown simultaneously so you know exactly when thermal equilibrium is reached before committing samples |
| Interchangeable Block System | Swap blocks in seconds to accommodate 2 mL microcentrifuge tubes, 6–15 mL tubes, or mixed-size configurations from a single base unit |
| Universal 90–240 VAC Power | Ships with a multi-voltage adapter for plug-and-play operation in any country — no external transformer required |
| 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 | 24-place | 24 × 15 mL tubes |
| DBL-08PL-50DP (this model) | 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
50 mL Tube Capacity: Two 4-place anodized aluminum blocks hold eight 50 mL conical centrifuge tubes simultaneously — ideal for batch cell culture, large-volume enzyme reactions, and media warming.
Frequently Asked Questions
What size tubes fit the DBL-08PL-50DP dry bath?
This unit includes two 4-place blocks designed for standard 50 mL conical centrifuge tubes with an outer diameter of 28.5 mm. You can purchase additional interchangeable blocks for 2 mL, 6–15 mL, or mixed tube sizes.
Can I incubate 15 mL tubes in this dry bath?
Not with the blocks that ship with this unit. However, you can purchase 12-place 15 mL blocks (SKU: DBP-12PL-1577) separately and swap them into the same base unit in seconds.
What is the maximum temperature of this dry bath incubator?
The unit heats from ambient +5°C up to 150°C, covering standard lab protocols from enzyme incubation (37°C) through DNA denaturation (95°C) to sterilization-range temperatures.
How does PID control benefit my incubation results?
PID (Proportional-Integral-Derivative) control continuously adjusts heater output to minimize overshoot and maintain a stable setpoint. This is particularly important for temperature-sensitive reactions where even a 2°C overshoot could denature enzymes or kill cells.
Does this unit require a specific voltage?
No. The included power adapter accepts 90–240 VAC, making it compatible with power systems worldwide without a separate transformer.
