Yamato AC-515 Anaerobic Chamber, 55" Two-Glove, Manual Purge, 220–240 V

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

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.