Description
ABS ABT-HC-PL-23 Laboratory Refrigerator Premium Glass Door
ABS ABT-HC-PL-23 Laboratory Refrigerator Premium Glass Door deliver superior cooling to laboratory environments. Engineered with variable speed compressors (VSCs), these units feature ultra-quiet operation and significant energy savings. VSCs optimize energy consumption by self-adjusting to cooling demands. These compressors also deliver enhanced system performance and provide a longer lifespan than other compressor variations.
Enjoy the uniformity and speed of microprocessor temperature control and a full array of alarms to safeguard your products. The unit controllers also come with a battery backup to keep your data safe. Upgrade your laboratory environment with these premium refrigerators and welcome energy savings, noise reduction, smooth operation, and improved system performance to your work environment.
Laboratory Refrigerator Features:
- Storage capacity (cu. Ft)– 23
- Door– Single Swing Glass Right Hinged Door
- Shelves– Five adjustable shelves with guard rail on back
- Drawers– Optional pull-out drawers available
- Mounting and Installation– 4 preinstalled swivel casters, front casters locking
- Interior lighting– Shielded, switched LED lighting, full coverage, balanced spectrum
- Airflow Management– Forced Air technology, patent pending
- External probe access– Rear wall port (3/4″) dia.
- Insulation– Cabinet is foamed-in-place with EPA compliant high density urethane foam
- Exterior materials– White powder coated steel
- Access control– Key Lock
- General warranty– Two (2) years parts and labor warranty
- Compressor warranty– Seven (7) years compressor warranty
- Product Weight (lbs)– 350
- Shipping Weight (lbs)– 409
- Exterior Width (in)– 26 7/8
- Exterior Depth (in)– 35 3/4
- Exterior Height (in)– 81 1/2
- Rated Amperage– 3 Amps
- Power Plug/Power Cord– NEMA 5-15 plug
- Facility Electrical Requirement– 110-120V AC: 15 A (minimum)
- Agency Listing and Certification– ETL, C-ETL listed and certified to UL471 standard, hydrocarbon refrigerant safety, Energy Star Certified
Laboratory Refrigerator Performance:
- Uniformity¹ (Cabinet air)– ±0.6
- Stability² (Cabinet air)– ±0.6
- Maximum temperature variation (Cabinet air)– ±0.9
- Stability² (Simulator ballast)– Non-applicable
- Stability² (Simulator bag)– Non-applicable
- Temperature Rise after Short Door Openings– Non-applicable
- Recovery after Short Door Openings– Non-applicable
- Energy Consumption (KWh/day)– 1.15
- Average Heat Rejection (BTU/hr)– 320
- Noise Pressure Level (dBA)– 35 or less installed
- Pull down time to nominal operating temp– 55 min
- Compressor– Hermetic, variable speed (VSC). Rated speed range: 1300-4000 rpm
- Refrigerant– EPA SNAP compliant, R600a
- Condenser– Anti-fouling tube and grid design, ultra-quiet multi-speed fan
- Evaporator– Fin and tube design, high efficiency fan
- Defrost– Cycle optimized, zero energy
Laboratory Refrigerator Temp Controller:
- Controller technology– Proportional Integral Derivative (PID) microprocessor with LCD display
- Battery Backup– 24V high-capacity battery, controller, all alarms active, temperature monitoring DAQ and event logging active on battery backup
- Display technology– Non-applicable
- Digital Communication– RS-485 (MODBUS)
- Data Transfer– USB port for data transfer and software updates
- Chart Recorder– Non-applicable
- Adjustable Temperature Range– 1°C to 10°C
- External alarm connection– State switching remote alarm contacts
- Alarms– Alarm logging (last 100 entries) with Visual and audible indicators: Power failure, Temperature sensor failure,
- Battery voltage monitor and replacement, High / Low temperature, Door ajar.
- Controller probe– Bottle with glass bead thermal media
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Product FAQ
What are the advantages of the premium glass door design for this laboratory refrigerator?
The high-visibility glass door allows staff to inspect reagents, samples, and scientific inventory quickly without opening the unit, minimizing thermal air exchange and preserving critical internal temperature stability across its expansive 23 cu. ft. capacity.
What advanced temperature monitoring and control features are included?
The unit features a microprocessor temperature controller, digital display, and a comprehensive alarm suite with audible and visual high/low-temperature alerts, door ajar warnings, and remote alarm contacts. It utilizes eco-friendly hydrocarbon (HC) refrigerants for optimized energy efficiency and compliance with environmental standards.
What is the warranty coverage?
It is backed by a standard parts and labor warranty, along with extended compressor coverage for long-term clinical, research, and laboratory reliability.
Shipping FAQ
How is this premium laboratory refrigerator shipped?
Due to the heavy commercial weight, glass door configuration, and sensitive internal cooling systems, this upright unit is shipped via specialized LTL (Less-Than-Truckload) freight, securely palletized to safeguard it against transit damage.
Do I need liftgate service?
Yes, liftgate service is mandatory unless your facility features a professional commercial loading dock capable of receiving a transport vehicle, ensuring the unit is lowered safely to ground level.
What should I inspect upon arrival?
Before signing the delivery receipt, you must thoroughly inspect the outer packaging, glass door assembly, handles, and exterior panels for any indication of transit-related impact.
What are the post-delivery setup steps?
Allow the refrigerator to sit completely upright in its final installation location for at least 24 hours prior to powering it on, letting all internal compressor fluids properly settle.



