Platinum Chest Style Low Temperature Freezers 0°C To -40°C, 17 cu.ft., Manual Defrost Overview
The Platinum Chest Style Low Temperature Freezer LTF601CP is a 17 cu.ft. laboratory chest freezer from Yamato Scientific, holding 0°C to -40°C across 480 L of storage. Available from LabSupplies.com, authorized dealer, this manual-defrost unit ships with a touch-screen digital controller, audible and visual alarms, remote alarm contacts, USB and Ethernet ports, data acquisition, alarm battery back-up, and a 1/2" access port.
Built for durability, the chamber 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 and an air-cooled condenser needs no liquid coolant. Refrigerant is CFC- and HCFC-free, and the cabinet accepts up to 36 racks.
Power options cover 115V, 208V, and 230V at 60 Hz, plus 220V at 50/60 Hz, all single-phase. Exterior dimensions are 81.25" × 33.5" × 48.5", with a shipping weight of 975 lbs. The freezer is UL Listed and made in the USA.
Key Features
- Touch-screen controller: displays set point and chamber temperature, with viewable temperature graph, data logging, and multi-level security.
- Hi/Low alarm system: battery-operated audible and visual alerts on mechanical or electrical failure, with email and SMS notification, silencing switch, and battery test switch.
- Remote connectivity: alarm-relay and power-failure dry contacts, USB and FTP data download, plus VNC remote access via PC or smart devices.
- CFC- and HCFC-free refrigeration: single-stage system with one hermetic compressor and an air-cooled condenser requiring no liquid coolant.
- 1/2" access port: porthole in the left-hand cabinet wall with plugs for probes and external lines.
- 7-day factory testing: every freezer holds a constant low setpoint in warm +30°C ambient conditions before shipment.
How to Choose the Right Low-Temp Freezer
Selecting a chest-style low-temperature freezer comes down to matching storage volume, temperature class, and site power to your sample protection requirements. Use the criteria below to confirm the unit fits your lab.
- Capacity: 17 cu.ft. (480 L) and 36-rack capacity determine how many samples you store; size to current inventory plus growth.
- Temperature range: a 0°C to -40°C span suits sample storage that does not demand ultra-low -80°C conditions.
- Control type: touch-screen digital control with data logging supports compliance documentation and remote monitoring.
- Voltage: verify your circuit against the 115V, 208V, 230V, or 220V single-phase options before installation.
- Footprint: confirm the 81.25" × 33.5" × 48.5" exterior and 975 lb weight clear your doorways, floor load, and bench layout.
- Safety and alarms: battery-backed audible/visual alarms and remote contacts protect samples during power or equipment failure.
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 17 cu.ft. |
| Temperature Range | 0°C to -40°C |
| Defrost | Manual |
| Interior Capacity | 480 L / 17 cu.ft. |
| Rack Capacity | 36 racks |
| Interior Dimensions | 69" × 20" × 21" (175 × 50 × 53 cm) |
| Exterior Dimensions | 81.25" × 33.5" × 48.5" (206 × 85 × 123 cm) |
| Temperature Control System | Touch-screen control displaying set point and chamber temperature; Hi/Low alarm with email and SMS notification; alarm-relay and power-failure dry contacts; battery back-up; viewable temperature graph; data logging downloadable via USB or FTP; multi-level security; VNC remote access via PC or smart devices |
| Access Port | 1/2" porthole in the left-hand side of the cabinet, with plugs |
| 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 | 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) | 797059930616 |
| Shipping Weight | 975 lbs |
| Dimensions (L × W × H) | 84 × 42 × 58 in |
| Component Size | 17 CF |
| Other Certification | UL Listed |
Available Sizes and Configurations
| SKU | Configuration | Pack |
|---|---|---|
| LTF-601CP | EA | EA |
Documentation
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Why Buy From LabSupplies.com
LabSupplies.com is an authorized Yamato Scientific dealer, so the LTF601CP arrives as a genuine unit backed by full manufacturer warranty. Our lab-equipment specialists answer spec questions and confirm fit before you order.
- Authorized Yamato Scientific dealer: genuine freezer with manufacturer warranty intact.
- In stock: ready to process, no waitlist.
- Ships from USA inventory: domestic fulfillment on this UL Listed, US-made unit.
- Lab-equipment specialists: dedicated support for power, footprint, and configuration questions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What temperature range does the Yamato LTF601CP reach?
The LTF601CP holds 0°C to -40°C. It is a manual-defrost chest freezer designed for sample storage that does not require ultra-low -80°C conditions, and every unit is factory-tested to maintain a constant low setpoint in +30°C ambient environments.
How much storage capacity and how many racks does it hold?
Interior capacity is 17 cu.ft. (480 L), accommodating up to 36 racks. Interior dimensions measure 69" × 20" × 21" (175 × 50 × 53 cm), while the exterior measures 81.25" × 33.5" × 48.5" (206 × 85 × 123 cm).
What voltage and power does the freezer require?
The LTF601CP runs on 115V, 208V, or 230V at 60 Hz, plus 220V at 50/60 Hz, all single-phase. Confirm your circuit matches one of these options before installation.
What materials is the cabinet made from?
The chamber is 14-gauge zinc-coated galvanized steel, and the exterior is 16-gauge steel with a powder-coated cool gray finish. The refrigeration system uses a single hermetic compressor with an air-cooled condenser and CFC- and HCFC-free refrigerant.
What monitoring and alarm features are included?
The unit includes a touch-screen controller with set point and chamber temperature display, Hi/Low alarms with email and SMS notification, alarm-relay and power-failure dry contacts, battery back-up, data logging via USB or FTP, and VNC remote access from PCs or smart devices.
Is the Yamato LTF601CP certified and where is it made?
The LTF601CP is UL Listed and made in the USA. Each freezer is fully tested for 7 days under demanding conditions before shipment to verify performance.