Description
The Laboratory Refrigerator CHL 4 ATEX is a professional, explosion-protected cold-storage solution engineered for laboratories and industrial environments where flammable gases, vapors, or volatile substances are present. Designed in compliance with ATEX safety standards, this refrigerator ensures reliable cooling while minimizing ignition risks, making it suitable for use in classified hazardous areas.
The unit provides a stable temperature range of 0 ?C to +15 ?C, allowing secure storage of temperature-sensitive chemicals, reagents, samples, and laboratory materials. A forced air circulation system guarantees uniform temperature distribution throughout the chamber, ensuring consistent cooling performance and rapid recovery after door openings.
Temperature control and monitoring are managed via a microprocessor-based touchscreen controller that offers intuitive operation and precise regulation. All electrical and control components are adapted to meet ATEX requirements, reducing the risk of sparks and ensuring safe operation in explosive atmospheres.
The interior is equipped with energy-efficient LED lighting for clear visibility and durable stainless-steel wire shelves that provide flexible storage configurations and ease of cleaning. Standard safety features include a lockable door system to protect stored contents and an open-door alarm to alert users to unintended access or temperature deviations. An optional external sensor access port supports additional monitoring and compliance needs.
Built with robust materials and designed for continuous operation in demanding environments, the CHL 4 ATEX delivers dependable laboratory-grade performance with enhanced safety. It is an ideal solution for chemical laboratories, pharmaceutical production areas, oil and gas facilities, and industrial research centers that require certified explosion-protected refrigeration without compromising precision or reliability.
Specifications
POL-EKO Laboratory Refrigerator CHL 4 ATEX Full Specifications
The CHL 4 ATEX is a 250-liter laboratory refrigerator designed for the safe storage of flammable and volatile substances. It features a spark-proof interior that complies with the ATEX Directive 2014/34/EU, making it essential for chemical and petrochemical laboratories where explosive atmospheres may occur inside the chamber.
ATEX Certification & Safety
-
Certification Marking: II 3/- G Ex h IIC T6 Gc/-
Â
-
Internal Zone: Rated for Zone 2 explosive atmospheres.
Â
-
Ignition Protection: “Ex h” construction using non-sparking components to eliminate potential ignition sources.
Â
-
Temperature Class: T6, ensuring the interior is safe for substances with an auto-ignition temperature of 85°C or higher.
-
Gas Group: IIC, suitable for the most hazardous gases, including hydrogen and acetylene.
Physical & Capacity Data
-
Chamber Capacity (Gross): 250 Liters
Â
-
Working Capacity: 203 Liters
Â
-
External Width: 620 mm
-
External Height: 1300 mm
Â
-
External Depth: 650 mm (excludes 50 mm power cable)
-
Internal Width: 480 mm (max 520 mm)
-
Internal Height: 1060 mm
-
Internal Depth: 420 mm (max 480 mm)
-
Net Weight: 82 kg
-
Standard Shelves: 4 (Stainless steel wire INOX)
-
Maximum Shelves: 6
-
Max Shelf Workload: 10 kg
-
Max Unit Workload: 50 kg
Â
-
Access Port: Ø30 mm (spark-sealed, located on the left wall)
Â
-
Door Type: Solid (Lockable as standard)
Performance & Cooling
-
Temperature Range: 0°C to +15°C
Â
-
Temperature Resolution: every 0.1°C
Â
-
Temperature Fluctuation (at 4°C): ± 0.4°C
-
Temperature Variation (at 4°C): ± 0.8°C
-
Air Convection: Forced (Fan-assisted with spark-proof motor)
Â
-
Defrosting: Automatic
Electrical & Build
-
Voltage: 230V, 50/60 Hz
Â
-
Nominal Power: 250 W
-
Refrigerant: R1234ze (GWP=7)
-
Interior Material: Available in Stainless steel (DIN 1.4016) or Acid-proof stainless steel (DIN 1.4301)
-
Housing Material: Powder-coated sheet or polished stainless steel
Â
Controller Features (Smart)
The CHL 4 ATEX comes equipped with the Smart controller to ensure high safety standards while maintaining detailed data logs.
Â
-
Display: 4.3″ Full-color touch screen.
Â
-
Data Logging: Internal memory for 10,000 data points.
Â
-
Connectivity: LAN and USB ports for data export.
Â
-
Alarms: Visual and acoustic alerts for open door, power failure, and temperature deviations.
Â
-
Safety: Class 1.0 (DIN 12880) over-temperature protection.