Haier HCP-168B CO2 Incubator , 180°C Dry-Heat Sterilization, 115V vs myTemp Mini Personal Incubator, Heat Only , 100–240 V
Which should you choose?
- ▸If budget is the priority, myTemp Mini Personal Incubator, Heat Only , 100–240 V is the lower-cost option; Haier HCP-168B CO2 Incubator , 180°C Dry-Heat Sterilization, 115V lists higher and typically adds capability or capacity.
- ▸Temperature range: Haier HCP-168B CO2 Incubator , 180°C Dry-Heat Sterilization, 115V is "Ambient +3°C to 55°C" vs myTemp Mini Personal Incubator, Heat Only , 100–240 V at "Ambient +5°C to 60°C (heat above ambient only - no cooling)" — match this to your application.
- ▸Different manufacturers (Haier Biomedical vs Benchmark Scientific) — both carry full manufacturer warranty through us.
Specifications side by side
| Spec | Haier HCP-168B CO2 | myTemp Mini Personal |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 100–240 V, 50–60 Hz (universal-voltage single SKU) |
| Humidity | RH 93% ±3% @ 37°C, water reservoir up to ~3.5 L | — |
| Recovery | Temp & CO₂ recover within ~4 min after 30 s door open | — |
| Access port | 42 mm diameter | — |
| Certification | UL (US 115/60) | — |
| Sterilization | 180°C dry-heat, under 12 hours, all interior surfaces | — |
| Chamber volume | 170 L / 6.0 cu ft | — |
| Temperature range | Ambient +3°C to 55°C | Ambient +5°C to 60°C (heat above ambient only - no cooling) |
| Interior / exterior | 304 stainless steel / powder-coated cold-rolled steel | — |
| Controller / display | 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 | — |
| Type | — | Personal benchtop incubator (heat only) |
| Class | — | Capital — durable bench instrument |
| Includes | — | 2 shelves |
| Extra shelf | — | H2200-SH ($52 — 10.5 × 8 in plastic) |
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 myTemp Mini Personal Incubator, Heat Only , 100–240 V?
- 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, myTemp Mini Personal Incubator, Heat Only , 100–240 V is the lower-cost option; Haier HCP-168B CO2 Incubator , 180°C Dry-Heat Sterilization, 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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