The Yamato AC-515 is a 55-inch, two-glove anaerobic chamber for single-operator work, configured for 220–240 V / 50 Hz mains. It is the same manual-purge chamber as the AC-505, wired for international line voltage: any inert gas is purged through a molecular-sieve drying train, and a dedicated transfer chamber moves samples in and out without breaking the oxygen-free atmosphere. It ships as a complete system, ready for anaerobic microbiology, biochemistry, and O2-sensitive materials handling once gas and samples are added.
Key Specifications
| Configuration | Single-operator, two-glove chamber; manual purge |
| Inside dimensions | 41 × 28 × 26 in / 1040 × 710 × 660 mm |
| Outside dimensions | 55 × 35 × 38 in / 1400 × 890 × 970 mm (incl. 12" transfer chamber) |
| Working volume | 17.3 cu ft / 489 L |
| Construction | One-piece clear plastic top, die-molded white thermoset bottom, "Easy Clean" corners |
| Drying train | 3 clear-plastic canisters filled with molecular sieve |
| Gloves | One pair white ambidextrous hypalon |
| Transfer chamber | 12" (305 mm) long × 11" (280 mm) I.D.; self-sealing quick disconnects |
| Purging | Two vacuum diaphragm pumps; four ground key-cock valves; adjustable vacuum gauge |
| Illumination | "Bright Light" system, 40,000-hour lamp guarantee |
| Power | 220–240 VAC, 50 Hz, 5 A |
| Shipping weight | 450 lbs / 205 kg (crated) |
| List price | Contact for pricing |
Application Profile
The Yamato AC-515 delivers the single-operator anaerobic workspace that obligate-anaerobe culture and oxygen-sensitive chemistry require, on 220–240 V / 50 Hz service for labs outside 120 V regions. Two vacuum diaphragm pumps split the workload (one drives the molecular-sieve drying train that strips residual moisture and oxygen, the other purges the transfer chamber) so the main chamber atmosphere stays undisturbed as material passes through. The operator controls each purge with four ground key-cock valves and an adjustable transfer-chamber vacuum gauge, and swaps the drying train through self-sealing quick disconnects without breaking containment.
At 489 L with one glove pair, the AC-515 fits a single researcher across microbiology, biochemistry, plasma-environment, animal-science, and electronic sub-assembly work. The molecular sieve rejuvenates in an oven for low running cost, and 40,000-hour "Bright Light" illumination supports long working sessions. As a manual-purge unit it is the economical option where hands-on purge control is acceptable; step to the automatic "Go Anaerobic" AC-515A when one-touch purging is preferred, or the AC-716 four-glove chamber when two operators must share the space.
Frequently Asked Questions
What voltage does the AC-515 use? 220–240 V at 50 Hz, drawing 5 A. The AC-505 is the same chamber configured for 115–120 V / 60 Hz.
Is the AC-515 the same chamber as the AC-505? Yes, identical single-operator, two-glove, manual-purge chamber and dimensions; the difference is the 220–240 V line voltage.
How many operators and gloves does it support? One operator, with a single pair of white ambidextrous hypalon gloves (two glove ports).
Is purging manual or automatic? Manual. The operator runs the purge sequence with the key-cock valves and vacuum gauge. The AC-515A adds one-touch automatic purging.
What gas is required? Any inert gas of your choice, such as nitrogen or an anaerobic gas mixture. The chamber ships complete; you supply only gas and samples.
How large is the work space? Inside dimensions are 41 × 28 × 26 in (1040 × 710 × 660 mm), a 17.3 cu ft / 489 L working volume.
Ordering & Configuration
The AC-515 is quote-based capital equipment. Add it to your quote and our team will confirm current pricing, glove and gas options, and lead time. It ships crated as a complete system (~450 lbs); arrange an inert-gas supply for delivery.
Warranty: Per Yamato standard terms. Safety: Never use in a flammable or explosive gas atmosphere, and never introduce explosive or flammable materials.
Positioning: The Yamato AC-515 is the 220–240 V single-operator manual-purge anaerobic chamber. Choose it for 50 Hz international service. Pick the AC-505 for 115 V, the AC-515A for automatic one-touch purging, or the AC-716 four-glove chamber for two-operator work.
