Haier DW-86L490JA -86 °C Upright ULT Freezer, 490 L / 17.3 cf, 220 V vs Scientemp 80-21B Chest Freezer (21 cu ft), 230 V / 60 Hz
Which should you choose?
- ▸If budget is the priority, Haier DW-86L490JA -86 °C Upright ULT Freezer, 490 L / 17.3 cf, 220 V is the lower-cost option; Scientemp 80-21B Chest Freezer (21 cu ft), 230 V / 60 Hz lists higher and typically adds capability or capacity.
- ▸Temperature range: Haier DW-86L490JA -86 °C Upright ULT Freezer, 490 L / 17.3 cf, 220 V is "-40°C to -86°C" vs Scientemp 80-21B Chest Freezer (21 cu ft), 230 V / 60 Hz at "-45°C to -80°C (-112°F)" — match this to your application.
- ▸Capacity: Haier DW-86L490JA -86 °C Upright ULT Freezer, 490 L / 17.3 cf, 220 V is "490 L / 17.3 cu ft (288 × 2-in boxes)" vs Scientemp 80-21B Chest Freezer (21 cu ft), 230 V / 60 Hz at "21 cu ft" — match this to your application.
- ▸Different manufacturers (Haier Biomedical vs Scientemp) — both carry full manufacturer warranty through us.
Specifications side by side
| Spec | Haier DW-86L490JA -86 | Scientemp 80-21B Chest |
|---|---|---|
| Spec | Value | — |
| Shelves | 3 stainless-steel adjustable (576 × 567.5 mm, 58 kg max load) | — |
| Capacity | 490 L / 17.3 cu ft (288 × 2-in boxes) | 21 cu ft |
| Max power | 1600 W | — |
| Inner doors | 4 | — |
| Sound level | 50 dB(A) | — |
| Cabinet type | Upright | — |
| Power supply | 208–230 V, 60 Hz | — |
| Certification | UL | — |
| Model (focus) | Haier DW-86L490JA | — |
| Refrigeration | High-efficiency HC compressor, direct cooling, manual defrost | R-134A high stage / R-508B low stage (two-stage cascade) |
| Net/gross weight | 295 / 335 kg | — |
| Temperature range | -40°C to -86°C | -45°C to -80°C (-112°F) |
| Controller / display | Microprocessor, adjustable LED display | — |
| Exterior dims (W×D×H) | 873 × 900 × 1980 mm | — |
| Interior dims (W×D×H) | 590 × 630 × 1310 mm | — |
| Type | — | Chest-style laboratory freezer |
| Alarm | — | Visual and audible |
| Class | — | Capital — laboratory freezer |
| Casters | — | 3" non-locking casters (locking available) |
| Defrost | — | Manual (cold-wall evaporator) |
| Insulation | — | Urethane foam |
| Compressors | — | High stage 3/4 hp / low stage 3/4 hp |
| Door / lock | — | Key-locking |
Highlighted rows differ. Specs are sourced from manufacturer documentation.
FAQ
- What's the difference between the Haier DW-86L490JA -86 °C Upright ULT Freezer, 490 L / 17.3 cf, 220 V and the Scientemp 80-21B Chest Freezer (21 cu ft), 230 V / 60 Hz?
- The main differences are in Spec, Shelves, Capacity. 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 DW-86L490JA -86 °C Upright ULT Freezer, 490 L / 17.3 cf, 220 V is the lower-cost option; Scientemp 80-21B Chest Freezer (21 cu ft), 230 V / 60 Hz 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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