BOD Incubator
Product Code : EL-ETLE-10976
BOD Incubator (code EL-ETLE-10976) is a refrigerated and heated chamber used for incubating samples for BOD (Biochemical Oxygen Demand) testing, holding temperatures from 5°C to 50°C with a stability of ±0.5°C or better. It has a polished 304 grade stainless steel interior with adjustable shelves, a compressor using R 134 refrigerant, a tubular heater, 2 fans and digital and PID temperature controllers, and runs on 220/230 V AC ±10%, 50 Hz.
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Specifications
| Parameter | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use | Incubation for BOD (Biochemical Oxygen Demand) testing |
| Construction | Refrigerated insulation and freezing combined in one unit |
| Insulation | Mineral and PUF insulation, keeping the body surface temperature comfortable and avoiding cooling loss |
| Compressor | Refrigeration compressor, designed for uniform air circulation through the chamber |
| Condenser | Copper coil condenser for temperature distribution |
| Refrigerant | R 134 |
| Heater | Tubular heater |
| Fans | 2 inside the chamber, one for cooling and one for heating |
| Interior | Polished 304 grade stainless steel, for corrosion resistance; illumination inside the chamber |
| Shelves | Adjustable, for items of different heights |
| Housing | CRC/mild steel, powder coated |
| Temperature range | 5°C – 50°C |
| Temperature stability | ±0.5°C or better |
| Temperature control | Digital Temperature Controller cum Indicator; Microprocessor based PID Temperature Controller cum Indicator with voltmeter (digital voltmeter optional) |
| Safety | Safety controller for the digital temperature controller cum indicator and the cooling compressor |
| Duty cycle | Continuous |
| Base | Angle iron frame with castor wheels |
| Power supply | 220/230 V AC ±10%, 50 Hz |
| Capacity | As per size/capacity requirement |
| Optional | |
| Communication | RS 232 interface |
| Gate | Double colour gate, top and grill |
| Lighting | 3 fluorescent tubes, 2 ft, for 4, 6, 10 and 12 cu ft BOD |
| Timer | 24 hrs cyclic manual timer |
| Other options | Voltage stabilizer; digital voltmeter |
| Supply | |
| Product code | EL-ETLE-10976 |
| Manufacturer | Engineering Lab Equipment, Ambala, Haryana, India |
What Is the BOD Incubator Used For?
Biochemical oxygen demand is the amount of dissolved oxygen used by microorganisms as they break down the organic matter in a water or wastewater sample, and it is one of the main measures of pollution load. Diluted samples are sealed in BOD bottles, their dissolved oxygen is measured, and they are kept in the incubator in the dark at a fixed temperature for a set number of days before the oxygen is measured again; the drop gives the BOD. The refrigeration and heating, governed by the PID controller, hold the set temperature steady to ±0.5°C or better, with cooling available when the set point is below room temperature.
What to Specify When Ordering
- Quantity — the number of incubators required.
- Capacity — the chamber size in cu ft, such as 4, 6, 10 or 12 cu ft.
- Options — any of the RS 232 interface, double colour gate with top and grill, fluorescent tube lighting, 24 hrs cyclic manual timer, voltage stabilizer or digital voltmeter.
Frequently Asked Questions
What temperature range does the incubator hold?
It can be set from 5°C to 50°C, and holds the set point with a stability of ±0.5°C or better, using both refrigeration and heating.
How is the temperature controlled?
A Digital Temperature Controller cum Indicator and a Microprocessor based PID Temperature Controller cum Indicator with voltmeter are fitted, and a safety controller protects the controller and the cooling compressor.
What is the inner chamber made of?
The chamber is lined with polished 304 grade stainless steel, which resists corrosion, and has adjustable shelves for items of different heights and lighting inside the chamber.
Which optional items can be added?
Options include an RS 232 communication interface, a double colour gate with top and grill, fluorescent tube lighting, a 24 hrs cyclic manual timer, a voltage stabilizer and a digital voltmeter.
Can the incubator be moved?
Yes. It stands on an angle iron frame at the bottom fitted with castor wheels, so it can be moved within the laboratory.
Why is a BOD incubator refrigerated as well as heated?
The BOD test needs a steady temperature for several days. Cooling as well as heating lets the chamber hold its set point even when the room is warmer than the test temperature.
OEM Manufacturer
Buyers of the BOD Incubator deal directly with its maker, Engineering Lab Equipment (Engineering Labs Equipment Pvt Ltd), whose works are at Plot No. 43, Industrial Park, Sector 2, Growth Center, Saha, District Ambala, Haryana, India. The company designs, makes and tests environmental testing instruments for water, soil and air analysis, supplies engineering colleges, polytechnics, technical training institutes and research laboratories in India and overseas, and builds to institution-specific requirements on request. Tender details are on the Tenders/OEM page.
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Request a Quote
For this and other environmental testing lab equipment, schools and colleges can contact Engineering Lab Equipment, a manufacturer, supplier and exporter based in Ambala, India. Quotations are given on request: send the number of incubators, the chamber capacity and any optional items required and your delivery location through the contact page, or add the BOD Incubator to the enquiry cart from this page.
Last updated: October 2026
