Haier HR1200-IIA2-N 4-ft Class II Type A2 Biosafety Cabinet vs Haier Class II Type A2 Biosafety Cabinet 5 ft , NSF Certified
Which should you choose?
- ▸If budget is the priority, Haier HR1200-IIA2-N 4-ft Class II Type A2 Biosafety Cabinet is the lower-cost option; Haier Class II Type A2 Biosafety Cabinet 5 ft , NSF Certified lists higher and typically adds capability or capacity.
Specifications side by side
| Spec | Haier HR1200-IIA2-N 4-ft | Haier Class II |
|---|---|---|
| Spec | Value | — |
| Power | 1300 VA | 1400 VA |
| Alarms | Sound + flash: door ajar, abnormal inflow/downflow, filter clogging/damage/lifetime, UV lamp | — |
| Filtration | ULPA U15, 99.9995% @ 0.12 µm (AAF), main + exhaust | ULPA U15, 99.9995% @ 0.12 µm (main + exhaust) |
| Sound level | 64 dB(A) | — |
| Power supply | 100-230V/50-60Hz (US 115V; 220V available) | 100–230 V / 50/60 Hz |
| Sash opening | 200 mm (max 460 mm) | 200 mm (max 460 mm) |
| Cabinet class | Class II Type A2 | — |
| Certification | UL, NSF | UL, NSF |
| Nominal width | 4 ft (1230 mm internal work width) | 5 ft (1530 mm interior) |
| Inflow velocity | 0.53 m/s | 0.53 m/s |
| Downflow velocity | 0.35 m/s | 0.35 m/s |
| Outlets / features | 2 sockets (optional GFCI), armrest, UV lamp, one-piece work surface | — |
| Airflow circulation | 70% downflow / 30% exhaust | — |
| Fans | — | Dual DC centrifugal |
| Model | — | HR1500-IIA2-N |
| Sockets | — | 2 (optional GFCI) |
| Class / type | — | Class II, Type A2 |
| Airflow split | — | 70% downflow / 30% exhaust |
Highlighted rows differ. Specs are sourced from manufacturer documentation.
FAQ
- What's the difference between the Haier HR1200-IIA2-N 4-ft Class II Type A2 Biosafety Cabinet and the Haier Class II Type A2 Biosafety Cabinet 5 ft , NSF Certified?
- The main differences are in Spec, Power, Alarms. 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 HR1200-IIA2-N 4-ft Class II Type A2 Biosafety Cabinet is the lower-cost option; Haier Class II Type A2 Biosafety Cabinet 5 ft , NSF Certified 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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