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Fume Hood CompactLine DCL 1500 PP

POL-EKO CompactLine Fume Hood DCL 1500 PP The DCL 1500 PP is a 1500 mm wide ducted fume hood designed for the safe handling of aggressive chemicals. Featuring a full polypropylene construction, it is immune to the corrosion and rusting common in standard metal hoods. It is equipped with a motorized safety glass sash, high-intensity LED lighting, and a sophisticated airflow monitoring system with audible and visual alarms. Its aerodynamic interior ensures the efficient removal of hazardous fumes, making it an essential safety asset for heavy-duty chemical, pharmaceutical, and metallurgical laboratories.

Description

The POL-EKO DCL 1500 PP is the preferred choice for laboratories that require a larger, 150-cm wide workspace without compromising on chemical durability. While standard fume hoods often use epoxy-coated steel, the Polypropylene (PP) build of the DCL 1500 PP ensures that the hood remains structurally sound even when exposed to concentrated acids like Hydrofluoric ($HF$), Hydrochloric ($HCl$), or Nitric ($HNO_{3}$) acid.Safety-First Engineering:The DCL 1500 PP is built to exceed modern laboratory safety standards:Real-Time Airflow Monitoring: Every unit comes with a digital airflow sensor that constantly measures face velocity. If the extraction falls below safe levels (typically $0.5 text{ m/s}$), the system alerts the operator immediately via a loud audible alarm and red LED indicators.Motorized Sash Window: The vertical sliding sash is made of tempered safety glass and is controlled by a motor for ergonomic operation. It features a “Safe Height” stop to prevent the operator from accidentally working with the sash too high.Optimized Internal Aerodynamics: The rear baffles are strategically placed to ensure heavy vapors are extracted from the work surface quickly, preventing “dead zones” where fumes could accumulate and leak into the laboratory.Ergonomics and Integrated Utilities:Workspace Lighting: Powerful LED modules are integrated outside the airflow path, providing shadow-free illumination (>800 lux) for precision work.1Customizable Worktops: While the interior is PP, the work surface can be fitted with technical stoneware, solid ceramics, or epoxy resin to suit specific heat or impact requirements.Utility Connections: The side pillars are designed to house up to 4 electrical sockets (IP44) and can be configured with remote-controlled valves for nitrogen, water, vacuum, or compressed air.Primary Applications:Large-Scale Acid Digestion: Sample preparation for environmental and geological testing using aggressive mineral acids.Chemical Synthesis: Handling large reaction vessels or pilot-scale setups in a corrosive environment.Metallurgical Analysis: Etching and cleaning of large metal parts with strong bases and acids.Industrial QC: Testing of raw materials where heavy vapor emission is expected.

Specifications

Fume Hood CompactLine DCL 1500 PP Specs

The DCL 1500 PP is a wide-format laboratory fume hood (1500 mm nominal width) featuring a polypropylene (PP) internal chamber. This material is specifically chosen for its exceptional resistance to aggressive inorganic acids, bases, and salts, making it more durable than standard steel or phenolic resin in corrosive environments.

 
  • Internal Chamber Material: Polypropylene (PP)

     
  • Worktop Material: Monolithic ceramics with an integrated marine edge (Standard)

     
  • External Dimensions (W x H x D): 1580 x 2325–2600 x 965 mm

  • Working Space Dimensions (W x H x D): 1450 x 1260 x 750 mm (Height is 1220 mm in some configurations)

  • Front Window: Toughened glass, manually operated with a counterweight; opens upwards with a lock at 500 mm (max opening 810 mm), and includes horizontal sliding glass panels.

     
  • Airflow Management: Double back-wall system with upper and lower extraction slots to ensure proper removal of both light and heavy vapors.

     
  • Monitoring System: Schneider FM 550-A-0-E controller with an air velocity sensor (compliant with EN 14175).

     
  • Lighting: Energy-saving linear LED lighting, separated from the working chamber by glass.

     
  • Standard Fittings:

    • 2 x Water spouts with front-panel valves (BROEN)

       
    • 1 x Ceramic sink (280 x 80 mm)

       
    • 2 x Electrical sockets (230V, 50Hz, IP44)

       
  • Safety Features: * Decompression safety flap in the ceiling.

     
    • Protection system to prevent uncontrolled window drops.

  • Recommended Airflow: 750 – 1250 m³/h

     
  • Exit Air Duct Diameter: Ø 200 mm

     
  • Nominal Power: 82 W

     
  • Voltage: 230V, 50/60 Hz

     
  • Weight: ~460 kg (Gross)

     
  • Construction: Galvanized steel frame and housing with epoxy powder coating.

     

Key Advantages of the Polypropylene (PP) Interior

  • Corrosion Resistance: Unlike steel-based interiors, the PP lining will not rust or degrade when exposed to continuous acid fuming.

  • Non-Porous Surface: The smooth polypropylene walls are easy to decontaminate and do not absorb chemical residues.

  • Thermal Limitations: While PP is excellent for chemical resistance, it is less heat-resistant than ceramic (CR) models; it is best suited for applications where chemical corrosion is a greater risk than high-temperature heat sources.

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