Haier HCP-168B CO2 Incubator , 180°C Dry-Heat Sterilization, 115V vs Haier CO₂ Incubator with 180°C Dry-Heat Sterilization , 258 L / 115V
Which should you choose?
- ▸If budget is the priority, Haier HCP-168B CO2 Incubator , 180°C Dry-Heat Sterilization, 115V is the lower-cost option; Haier CO₂ Incubator with 180°C Dry-Heat Sterilization , 258 L / 115V lists higher and typically adds capability or capacity.
Specifications side by side
| Spec | Haier HCP-168B CO2 | Haier CO₂ Incubator |
|---|---|---|
| Spec | Value | — |
| Heating | Six-sided, fuzzy-PID; 2× PT1000 sensors | — |
| Options | HEPA filtration, roller base, O₂ module, IoT, humidity display, electromagnetic lock | — |
| Shelves | 3 standard / 11 max, perforated adjustable (15 kg/shelf) | — |
| Voltage | 115V | — |
| Humidity | RH 93% ±3% @ 37°C, water reservoir up to ~3.5 L | RH 93% ±3% @ 37°C; reservoir Max 5.5 L / Min 0.5 L |
| Recovery | Temp & CO₂ recover within ~4 min after 30 s door open | — |
| Access port | 42 mm diameter | — |
| Certification | UL (US 115/60) | UL |
| Sterilization | 180°C dry-heat, under 12 hours, all interior surfaces | 180°C dry-heat, under 12 hours, all surfaces |
| Chamber volume | 170 L / 6.0 cu ft | 258 L / 9.1 cu ft |
| Temperature range | Ambient +3°C to 55°C | Ambient +3°C to 55°C |
| Interior / exterior | 304 stainless steel / powder-coated cold-rolled steel | — |
| Controller / display | Microprocessor, 7-inch LCD touchscreen | Microprocessor, 7-inch LCD touchscreen |
| CO₂ range / control | 0-20%, IR sensor, ±0.10% accuracy | — |
| Temperature control / uniformity | ±0.1°C fluctuation, ±0.3°C uniformity | ±0.1°C fluctuation / ±0.3°C uniformity |
| Type | — | Air jacket |
| Model | — | HCP-258B |
| Power supply | — | 115 V / 60 Hz |
| CO₂ control | — | IR (NDIR) sensor, 0–20% range, ±0.1% accuracy |
| Interior / shelves | — | 304 stainless; 3 standard / 13 max |
| Recovery (30 s door open) | — | ~4 min (temp and CO₂) |
Highlighted rows differ. Specs are sourced from manufacturer documentation.
FAQ
- What's the difference between the Haier HCP-168B CO2 Incubator , 180°C Dry-Heat Sterilization, 115V and the Haier CO₂ Incubator with 180°C Dry-Heat Sterilization , 258 L / 115V?
- The main differences are in Spec, Heating, Options. The table above shows every spec side by side; the decision guide highlights which fits which use case.
- Which should I buy?
- If budget is the priority, Haier HCP-168B CO2 Incubator , 180°C Dry-Heat Sterilization, 115V is the lower-cost option; Haier CO₂ Incubator with 180°C Dry-Heat Sterilization , 258 L / 115V lists higher and typically adds capability or capacity.
- Do both carry a warranty?
- Yes — both are sold through Legacy Lab Supplies as an authorized distributor and carry full manufacturer warranty.
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