The Haier HYC-118 is a compact 118 L (4.2 cu ft) under-counter pharmacy refrigerator that holds vaccines, reagents, and drugs at a controlled 2–8°C in a footprint that slides beneath a lab bench. With an 810 mm cabinet height, forced-air cooling with auto defrost, a lockable solid door, and a full multiple-alarm system on a standard 115V outlet, it brings pharmacy-grade cold storage to space-limited clinics and labs.
Key Specifications
| Model | HYC-118 |
| Cabinet type | Under-counter, solid door |
| Temperature range | 2°C to 8°C |
| Cooling / defrost | Forced air / auto defrost |
| Refrigerant | HC |
| Capacity | 118 L / 4.2 cu ft |
| Shelves / drawers | 3 adjustable shelves + 1 drawer |
| Cabinet height | 810 mm (under-bench) |
| Controller / display | Microprocessor (0.1°C), LED |
| Sound level | 41 dB(A) |
| Power supply | 115 V / 60 Hz |
| Power | 230 W |
| Certification | UL |
Application Profile
Vaccine and reagent storage often has to happen where the work happens — an exam room, a satellite pharmacy, a benchside station — not in a distant walk-in. The HYC-118 is purpose-built for that: an 810 mm under-counter cabinet that tucks beneath standard casework yet delivers dedicated pharmacy-grade 2–8°C control, not the loose thermostat of a domestic fridge. Its forced-air cooling and dual-fan design promote uniform temperature across the interior — the manufacturer specifies nine internal test points to verify that uniformity — while auto defrost keeps performance steady without manual intervention.
Energy comes from a high-efficiency hydrocarbon refrigeration system for low consumption, and a built-in safety lock prevents unauthorized access to stored medicines. Three adjustable shelves plus a drawer organize varied packaging, and a probe access porthole accepts independent monitoring equipment.
Design Architecture
Microprocessor control with a digital LED display allows temperature setting to 0.1°C increments, and a full alarm set — high/low temperature, sensor error, power failure, low battery, door ajar, and remote alarm — guards the cold chain. A remote alarm contact ties the unit into facility monitoring so an excursion in an unattended room is caught. Casters and leveling feet make placement and cleaning straightforward.
Frequently Asked Questions
What temperature does the HYC-118 hold? A controlled 2–8°C, appropriate for vaccine, reagent, and drug storage.
Will it fit under a bench? Yes — the 810 mm cabinet height is designed to slide under standard lab casework.
Is this different from a household refrigerator? Yes. It is a dedicated pharmacy refrigerator with microprocessor 2–8°C control, forced-air uniformity, a lock, and a full alarm/remote-alarm system that a domestic fridge lacks.
Does it run on a standard outlet? Yes — 115V/60Hz, 230 W.
How is it organized inside? Three adjustable shelves plus one drawer, behind a lockable solid door.
Ordering & Configuration
The HYC-118 is a compact capital purchase: request a quote or add to cart for pricing and lead time. Backed by Haier Biomedical's manufacturer warranty — confirm current terms with your order.
Choose the HYC-118 when you need compliant 2–8°C storage at the point of use and space is tight under the bench. Step up to a full-height HYC-461GD or HYC-1031GD when your vaccine or reagent volume outgrows 118 L, or when a glass door for stock visibility is preferred.
