MDF-U33V

V.I.P. Series -86C Freezers

MDF-U53VA
MDF-U54VC
MDF-U74VC

SANYO Introduces New

Energy-Saving Storage Solutions
for Uniformity, Reliability and
Environmentally Safe Operation
The SANYO MDF-Series -86C ultra-low freezers
feature new SANYO Cool Safe refrigeration systems
designed to deliver energy-saving, high performance
cooling. Designed for long-term preservation of
GREEN
biologicals, the V.I.P. Series offers maximum product
storage volume in the smallest possible footprint.

For interactive product information, visit www.greenfreezers.com

 General Features & Benefits

Designed for long-term storage of stem cells, cord blood, T-cells, engineered tissue, organ/tissue, bone marrow, hybridomas, lymphocytes,
cancer cells, clinical specimens, fibroblasts and other life science samples.

Features, Benefits and Performance Advantages

What It Is What It Does Why It Is Important
Energy-Efficient Refrigeration Microprocessor control over all cooling functions Optimizes run time to minimize energy
delivers cooling on demand. consumption.
SANYO Cool Safe Compressors Specific to ultra-low applications. Reduces Increases compressor longevity and reliability.
compressor temperatures internally and Reduces heat output to room and lowers HVAC
externally. loads in room.
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Environmentally Friendly Refrigerants Eliminates potential for ozone depletion while Complies with the Montreal Protocol and IEC
maintaining cooling capacity. for safety and efficiency.
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Integrated Solutions for Biological Safety, Security,
Performance and Energy Savings
V.I.P. Upright Freezer Selection MDF-U33V MDF-U53VA MDF-U54VC MDF-U74VC
Temperature Range -50C to -86C -50C to -86C -50C to -86C -50C to -86C

Interior Volume 12.0 cu.ft./332 liters 18.0 cu.ft./519 liters 18.0 cu.ft./519 liters 26.0 cu.ft./728 liters

Area Footprint, Nominal 6.25 sq.ft/0.58m 2

7.24 sq.ft./0.68m 2
7.24 sq.ft./0.68m 2
9.51 sq.ft./0.88m2

Electrical, 60Hz 115V, AC, 15 amp 115V, AC, 20 amp 208/230V, AC, 15 amp 208/230V, AC, 15 amp

SANYO V.I.P. ultra-low freezers represent the industrys most complete combination of refrigeration, control, alarm, monitoring and accessibility
for product safety at -86C. Ideal for material storage in repositories, hospitals, clinics and medical research facilities, the V.I.P. Series are
designed to reduce energy consumption.

The environmentally-friendly refrigeration system is Dual inner door configuration, standard, with optional
intelligently managed by intuitive microprocessor controls half-inner door accessories available for field-installation.
and integrated into SANYOs patented V.I.P. vacuum For a four-door configuration order two sets of half
panel cabinet make the most efficient use of available inner doors.
floor space. A universal keyed door lock prevents the outer door from
Inner doors and shelves are configurable for use with opening.
stainless steel racks to simplify inventory management. The two primary compartments can be sub-divided by
New SANYO designed Cool Safe refrigeration adjustable shelves to accommodate standard stainless
compressors feature innovative refrigerant feedback steel inventory racks for 2" or 3" boxes (see Accessories).
processes to reduce compressor temperature, thereby Shelf brackets are incrementally adjustable.
extending compressor life and minimizing heat output. Rounded interior corners enhance temperature uniformity
Optional liquid N2 or liquid CO2 back-up systems, offer a and simply cleaning and decontamination when required.
circle of protection unmatched in the marketplace. Seismic restraints are included to meet local codes.
Multiple access ports permit use of back-up injection
Cabinet Construction tubes, probes, leads or instrumentation.
The cabinet features a patented SANYO V.I.P. vacuum
insulated panel design which optimizes interior volume in the
smallest footprint possible. The high-tech, composite thin-wall Inventory Rack System
cellular construction combines the vacuum panel insulation SANYO freezers are available with
with polyurethane foam for structural stability and high a variety of inventory racks to meet
insulation values to minimize energy use. specific applications. Freezers can
be ordered with full-load inventory
The outer door closes uniformly against a multi-point
systems by selecting one catalog
gasket to form a tight seal and prevent moisture migration
number. For individual racks, boxes
leading to frost or ice build-up. Door gaskets are multi-
and dividers see the Storage
point compression for a long-lasting, tight seal around
the periphery of the cabinet thermal break. Capacity Chart. Catalog Number
SDR-624 sliding drawer rack with
An Easy-In/Easy-Out outer door latch permits fiberboard boxes shown.
one-handed operation.
A locking provision is designed for use with a
conventional padlock.
The interior inventory system is based on a center
The SANYO ergonomic design features
shelf and two latching insulated inner doors designed
a high-security Easy-In/Easy-Out door latch
for one-handed operation.
designed for simplicity and safety.
Insulated inner doors are steel-framed, high-impact plastic Also allows for one handed operation.
with foamed-in-place insulation and minimize exposure
during routine door openings.

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 V.I.P. Series Construction
1. Easy-In/Easy-Out door latch for smooth, one-handed
operation, positive seal against gasket. Padlock provision
standard.
2. Universal keyed door lock offers added security.
3. Integrated, microprocessor-based control system
and LED display includes comprehensive setpoint, alarm,
monitoring, diagnostic and communications functions.
4. Circular-chart temperature recorder (optional) mounts
easily in pre-engineered mounting space.
5. Insulated and gasketed inner doors seal inside to offer
additional protection, improve uniformity. Inner door
latches are standard.
6. Front access to washable, electrostatic condenser
filter for routine condenser air filter cleaning.
7. High impact, recessed casters and leveling feet
simplify installation.
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8. Seismic restraints secure cabinet to building
superstructure to meet local codes.
9. New generation SANYO designed Cool Safe
compressors are specifically designed for low
temperature applications.
10. Multiple access ports permit insertion of independent
probes, instrumentation or liquid N2 or liquid CO2 back-up
injectors.
11. CFC-refrigerants are highly efficient, environmentally
safe, non-ozone depleting.
12. Internal voltage and power management systems
assure component protection over wide voltage ranges.
13. Remote alarm contacts and optional communication
port available; see Accessories.
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Patented V.I.P. Insulation Inner Door Options
The SANYO Patented V.I.P. Vacuum Insulation Panel thin- The center shelf forms the
wall composite is a high-efficiency design that yields more base of a convenient and
interior storage volume in a conventional freezer footprint. flexible inventory system using
The V.I.P. minimizes energy transfer to and from the ultra-low conventional racks with boxes,
temperature interior. The composite construction, complete microplates or other storage
with reflective barrier film and structural closed-cell foam, protocols. Stainless steel
is used on all walls and the outer door. shelf and insulated inner-door
This advanced insulation technology offers structural stability combinations create choices of interior compartments that
to eliminate distortion, and inhibits moisture accumulation that can be arranged for long-term, low access biologicals or
can lead to icing. Aggregate insulation efficiency minimizes short-term, frequently accessed material.
compressor cycle run-time to lower energy costs. Easy-In / Easy Out SANYO Eagle inner door latches
feature ergonomic design to seal firmly against the cabinet
with one hand.
High strength, insulated inner doors help minimize change
in interior temperatures during routine door openings.
The SANYO Patented V.I.P. Additional half-door configuration permit additional inner
Vacuum Insulation Panel door orientations. Half doors are available in pairs only.
thin-wall composite is a high-efficiency See Accessories.
design that yields 30% more interior
storage volume in a conventional
freezer footprint.

Barrier Film
SANYO Inner Door Latches
provide single-hand access. The outer
V.I.P. Panel
door latch closes smoothly with a
Interior
Rigid foamed
single-hand action over a cam action
polyurethane bearing. The outer door can be secured
with an independent padlock provided
by customer.

SANYO V.I.P. Series freezers offer high-density storage that effectively

reduces the volumetric unit costs of ultra-low storage.

600
The Digital Temperature Recorder (optional)
Box Capacity mounts on the cabinet door. The recorder is
576
500 programmable to capture and store non-corruptible
480 data points for downloading to an independent
400 data management system to meet criteria outlined
300
2" Box

SANYO MDF-U74VC in U.S. FDA21CFR Part II directives. An independent

200
Brand A probe is placed in the interior chamber.
Brand B

100 Manufactured by Elpro, Switzerland.

SANYO Freezers maximize available space at a reduced footprint for

high density storage.
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 Cascade Cooling System

Low Stage Capillary Tube. Liquid refrigerant High Stage Capillary Tube. Liquid
under pressure is passed through the capillary refrigerant under pressure is passed
tube where it flash evaporates in the low stage through the capillary tube where it
Interstage Heat Exchanger. Energy is
evaporator to absorb energy (heat) from the flash evaporates in the interstage heat
transferred to the high stage circuit.
product stored in the freezer. exchanger to absorb energy (heat) from
the low stage refrigerant circuit.
Freezer Cabinet with Evaporator.
The evaporator coil is strategically wrapped Main Condenser and Motor/Fan
around the interior chamber and concealed Assembly. The motor/fan assembly
within the composite wall of vacuum insulation blows ambient air across condenser coils
panels and conventional foamed-in-place to move energy (heat) from the high stage
urethane insulation. refrigerant to the ambient environment.

Low Stage Refrigerant. Commonly High Stage Refrigerant. Commonly

available worldwide, R508. available worldwide. Selected for optimum
cooling performance in compliance with
international environmental protection laws.
Low Stage Heat Exchanger. Energy is
absorbed by the refrigerant gas and transferred
to the low-stage heat exchanger to cool Air Cooled Pre-Condenser. Removes
discharge gas. energy (heat) from the high stage refrigerant
enroute to the high stage oil reservoir.

Low Stage Compressor. The compressor High Stage Compressor. The

pumps refrigerant through the low stage circuit. compressor pumps refrigerant through
the high stage circuit.
Low Stage Oil Reservoir. High stage High Stage Oil Reservoir. High stage
refrigerant passes through the low-stage oil refrigerant passes through the high stage
sump to cool lubricating oil resulting in high- sump to cool lubricating oil en route to
stage compressor energy being used to minimize the low stage compressor through the
the workload on the low stage compressor. air-cooled pre-condenser.

Air Cooled Pre-Condenser. Removes energy

(heat) from the high stage refrigerant enroute
to the low stage compressor. Instrumentation (Not Shown). Temperature and pressure sensors throughout the high
and low stage circuits transmit information to the SANYO Status 3 central controller for
operation, monitoring and interpretation.

SANYO Cool Safe Compressor Technology: How It Works

By apportioning the oil cooling function between specially designed SANYO Cool Safe compressors, and by cooling the
compressor oil to minimize compressor operating temperatures, the SANYO ultra-low temperature freezer refrigeration system
is balanced to decrease component stress, increase system longevity and reliability, and improve temperature uniformity
necessary for better cell viability regardless of where the specimen is stored within the chamber.

SANYO V.I.P. Model MDF-U74VC Energy Savings

+30C. Important: Performance testing and published data on SANYO ultra-low temperature freezers is based on
extensive testing in a +30C ambient to simulate worst-case conditions. When comparing performance of competitive
Ambient Temperature
ultra-low freezers it is important to establish and verify conditions under which tests are performed. Tests performed
During Test
at temperatures below +30C may exhibit lower compressor discharge temperatures; these discharge temperatures
are not typical of real-world conditions, however, and should be used with caution when evaluating new or
replacement freezer selection. For summary information on SANYO test conditions contact SANYO.

Voltage Ranges Variable. For 208V-230V, AC, 60Hz models testing is conducted over voltages ranges starting as low as 202V
During Test to simulate brown-out conditions typical of real-world installations.

Freezer Loads Variable. Thermal mass of a fully loaded freezer at equilibrium under normal ultra-low temperatures yields the best
During Test performance data. SANYO freezers are tested under empty, half-load and full-load conditions.

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 Control, Alarm & Monitoring

The SANYO microprocessor control system is secure, easy to use and comprehensive. Setpoint, alarm parameters and self-diagnostic functions
are accessed through a tamper-resistant keypad protocol. Control inputs are managed with convenient push-ad buttons on a unitized, sealed
control overlay. The panel is door-mounted and angled for easy access.

Signal to
Alarm Safety Features Event Visual Audible
Alarm Contact

Abnormal ambient (too high or too

Status Alert low), or abnormal freezer loading STATUS lamp flashes None None
(too much warm product at once)

Interior chamber warms beyond Intermittent tone; time

High Temperature delay of 15 min. after
high temp setpoint
ALARM lamp flashes; digital reaching alarm setpoint
Interior chamber cools beyond display flashes actual chamber avoids false alarms. Yes
Low Temperature temp.
low temp setpoint Intermittent tone
Power Failure Loss of Power Intermittent tone

Control Temperature Sensor Failure

Sensor probe disconnect,
Filter Sensor Failure ALARM lamp flashes Solid tone No
short-circuit or failure
Interstage Refrigeration Sensor Failure
Filter Check Clogged or dusty condenser filter FILTER lamp flashes
None No
Auto Return Touch key is not pressed for 90 sec. Reverts to chamber temp. display

Door Alarm Door Open OPEN lamp on Solid tone sounds after Yes

Status alert function uses predictive intelligence to determine if freezer is SANYO exclusive Ni-Cad battery powers control memory
operating within specifications under existing environmental conditions. and alarm functions during power failure.
Alarm indicator lamp glows when freezer is in alarm
Compressor start-up delay Digital display defaults to actual condition; alarm ringback is factory set for 30 minutes,
sequence delays re-start after chamber temperature. Display adjustable in 10 minute increments from 10 to 60 minutes.
building power failure; allows mode changes when setpoint, alarm
facility power to reach parameters, programming and Filter indicator lamp glows
equilibrium to permit smooth diagnostic functions are performed. when electrostatic filter requires
compressor start-up. removal for cleaning.

Audible alarm.

Door alarm indicator has

2 minute delay until audible
Buzzer silence alarm activates; delay time
temporarily mutes Alarm test verifies readiness of alarm is adjustable.
Setpoint entry advances digital
audible alarm. function and Ni-Cad battery charge. display to next position.

Press to set temperature; set button is also Setpoint entry advances digital
used for other diagnostic functions. to next value from 0 to 9.

Alarm setpoints are factory set 10C above and below setpoint. Alarm parameters
are adjustable by pressing up or down arrow keys and following the prompt.

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 Green Product Features

Because modern laboratories are energy-intensive, SANYO has developed a corporate-wide energy savings and environmental
GREEN
product impact approach to new product development. V.I.P. Series freezers offer significant benefits through a balance of refrigeration
power, cabinet construction and intelligent control over all functions.

SANYO freezers are designed to support LEED certification CFC Free Refrigerants
associated with the U.S. Green Building Council SANYO was the first ultra-low freezer manufacturer to employ
recommendations. non-HCFC R508 low-stage refrigerant, now recognized as
Components are compliant with RoHS directives on the todays industry standard and widely available. This non-
use of hazardous materials in electrical and electronic proprietary refrigerant is available to refrigeration service
equipment. professionals on the open market.
The SANYO V.I.P. vacuum insulated panel cabinet The high stage refrigeration system is available to refrigeration
design offers high-density storage in a minimal footprint, professionals on the open market as well.
optimizing available laboratory space and storage volume
efficiencies.
Noise reduction and operating cost efficiencies are
integrated into the refrigeration system.
Heat output is limited to minimize the impact on facility
HVAC demands.
A microprocessor controller oversees the refrigeration
system to regulate cooling cycles, reducing energy
consumption.
SANYO Cool Safe compressor technology for lower
compressor heat internally and externally lower HVAC
loads.

SANYO is conscious of the need to protect our environment

and conserve energy. As a corporate pioneer in life science
laboratory equipment and appliances, and as a global source
of solutions ranging from energy management to solar power
and alternative energies, SANYO remains committed to
providing the best possible laboratory equipment for research
and clinical needs.

Green Design
and Performance

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Chart 1 - SANYO Freezers help the environment by reducing carbon footprint. Chart 2 - SANYO Freezers emit less heat into the laboratory, minimizing air
conditioning costs.
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RoHS Compliance
In 2006, RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances)
legislation (EU Directive 2003/95/EU) became effective.
RoHS relates to the restriction of hazardous substances and
reductions in environmental pollution.
Through RoHS legislation the EU and other participating
countries are banning toxic substances in electrical equipment
such as lead, cadmium, mercury, chromium 6+, PBB and
PBDE.
While compliance with this legislation has posed a significant
challenge for SANYO, all SANYO ultra-low freezers and
components are now 100% compliant to RoHS standards.
Electrical Standards
All SANYO products including ultra-low temperature freezers
are tested and certified by an NRTL (National Recognized
Testing Laboratory) to assure compliance with US and
International standards for electrical safety prescribed in
29 CFR 1910.7( c ).
Inventory Management
The concept of High Density Storage is enabled by advances
in SANYO Cool Safe compressor design. The cost per 2" box
of interior storage space is significantly lower in a SANYO
ultra-low freezer, generating immediate return on investment
based on first costs, operating costs and maintenance costs
over time.
Additionally, the placement of evaporator surfaces within
the cabinet walls achieve exceptional documented ultra-low
temperature uniformity, thereby permitting investigators more
freedom in placing valuable cell lines and biologicals within
the interior cabinet, and assuring uniform cell viability when
harvesting products from the ultra-low archive.
Because benefits of the SANYO Cool Safe compressor
design extend to evaporator tubing surrounding the interior
chamber, and the interior chamber is part of the thin-wall
composite based on the patented V.I.P. vacuum insulation
panel cabinet, SANYO can offer more usable storage volume
within the same sq.ft. of floor space than competitive models.

Noise Reduction
Ultra-low freezers are often located within research and
hospital laboratories or production facilities. Users prefer
close proximity for easy access to valuable stored products.
If operating noise from refrigeration compressors is
excessive, and/or compounded by installation of multiple
freezers in adjacent locations, the working environment is
severely compromised.
SANYO has included advanced noise abatement in all
contemporary ultra-low freezers and noise reduction levels
are well below those of competitive freezers. Data is
available upon request.

SANYO V.I.P. Green Initiative Program

With a capacity of up to 57,600 two-inch vials in fiberboard boxes, the
energy-saving advantages of this efficient SANYO system extend to lower
per-unit storage costs regardless of the preferred inventory configuration.

Power Consumption
1.54 By Capacity
V.I.P. Energy Savings MDF-U53VA MDF-U74VC
115V 208V-230V
(KW/day/box Efficiency)

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SANYO MDF-U74VC Ambient Temperature 23C 23C
Brand A
Brand B Savings Over Previous
2.65 -11.2% -26%
SANYO Model

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Chart 3 - SANYO freezers provide reduced operational cost for highly

efficient sample storage.
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 Storage Capacity

MDF-U53VA Door Configurations:

Maximum Sample Storage Capacity MDF-U33V MDF-U54VC MDF-U74VC
All V.I.P. freezers include two inner doors,
standard. Easy In/ Easy Out inner doors
are available in half sets of two, permitting
partitioning of interior. Two smaller doors per
Rack Positions, Standard Configuration
3 columns 4 columns 6 columns set. For four-door configuration order two sets.
4 rows 4 rows 4 rows Catalog No. MDF-7ID for MDF-U74VC, MDF-5ID
Fiberboard Boxes, 2" high (2ml) in SANYO racks 216 352 576 for MDF-U54VC/53VA
Sample Vials, 2ml (2" box), 100-Cell Dividers 21,600 35,200 57,600
Fiberboard Boxes, 3" high (4ml) in SANYO Racks 144 224 384 Quantity Required: 1 1 2
Sample Vials, 4ml (3" box), 100-Cell Dividers 14,400 22,400 38,400
Standard Microplate with Foil Tape, in Racks 1296 2112 3456
Standard Microplate with Cover Lid, in Racks 1008 1632 2596
Note: Maximum storage volume varies according to storage vessel, vial configuration, preservation protocol,
laboratory technique and user preference. Contact SANYO for detailed information on inventory racks, boxes and storage options.

Fully Loaded Inventory Systems Catalog No Catalog No Catalog No

Maximum Vial Capacity
Includes full quantity of storage racks, boxes and dividers
Sliding Drawer Inventory Racks, (6) SDR-424-2S100 (8) SDR-434-2S100 (24) SDR-624-2S100
2" high boxes (2ml sample) 100-Cell Divider (6) SDR-524-8S100 (8) SDR-524-2S100

Sliding Drawer Inventory Racks, (12) SDR-334-3S100 (8) SDR-434-3S100 (24) SDR-434-3S100
3" high boxes (4ml sample) 100-Cell Divider (8) SDR-524-3S100

Individual Storage Rack Systems Catalog No Catalog No Catalog No

Sliding Drawer Sample Racks For Fiberboard
Storage Boxes (Boxes Not Included)
Sliding Drawer Rack, for 2" high (2ml sample) SDR-624-N * SDR-624-N *
boxes; holds 6 boxes high x 4 boxes deep Capacity 8 Capacity 24
Sliding Drawer Rack, for 2" high (2ml sample) SDR-524-N SDR-524-N
boxes; holds 5 boxes high x 4 boxes deep Capacity 6 Capacity 8
Sliding Drawer Rack, for 2" high (2ml sample) SDR-424-N
boxes; holds 4 boxes high x 4 boxes deep Capacity 6
Sliding Drawer Rack, for 3" high (4ml sample) SDR-434-N SDR-434-N
boxes; holds 4 boxes high x 4 boxes deep Capacity 8 Capacity 24
Sliding Drawer Rack, for 3" high (4ml sample) SDR-334-N SDR-334-N
boxes; holds 3 boxes high x 4 boxes deep Capacity 12 Capacity 8
Standard Cellular Inventory Racks for Fiberboard Storage Boxes (Boxes Not Included)
Inventory Rack for 2" (2ml sample) boxes; SUR-624-N * SUR-624-N *
6 boxes high x 4 boxes deep Capacity 8 Capacity 24
Inventory Rack for 2" (2ml sample) boxes; SUR-524-N SUR-524-N
5 boxes high x 4 boxes deep Capacity 6 Capacity 8
Inventory Rack for 2" (2ml sample) boxes; SUR-424-N
4 boxes high x 4 boxes deep Capacity 6 SANYO is a pioneer in development of high
Inventory Rack for 3" (4ml sample) boxes; SUR-434-N SUR-434-N performance commercial products worldwide. As
4 boxes high x 4 boxes deep Capacity 8 Capacity 24
a result, SANYO Biomedical products include many
Inventory Rack for 3" (4ml sample) boxes; SUR-334-N SUR-334-N
innovative features such as patented V.I.P. vacuum
3 boxes high x 4 boxes deep Capacity 12 Capacity 8
insulation panels, Cool Safe quiet-running refrigeration
Microplate Storage Racks (Plates Not Included)
compressors, and intuitive microprocessor electronics.
Inventory Rack for microplates, with locking rod; SUMPR-612-LR SUMPR-612-LR SUMPR-612-LR
108 standard plates with cover lid per rack Capacity 6 Capacity 8 Capacity 24
These innovations are made possible by our exclusive
Vertical Component Integration program. This powerful
Inventory Rack for microplates, with locking rod; SUMPR-611-LR
96 standard plates with cover lid per rack Capacity 8 corporate technology transfer capability, together
Inventory Rack for microplates, with locking rod; SUMPR-616-LR with modern robotic manufacturing and quality
60 standard plates with cover lid per rack Capacity 6 assurance processes, guarantee that only the very
best components are used in each SANYO product.
Fiberboard Storage Boxes and Dividers Catalog No Catalog No Catalog No
Inventory Box, 2" high (2ml sample)
B2C-S100 B2C-S100 B2C-S100
with 100-Cell Divider
Inventory Box, 3" high (4ml sample)
B3C-S100 B3C-S100 B3C-S100
with 100-Cell Divider
Inventory Box, 2" high (2ml sample)
B2C B2C B2C
Without Divider
Inventory Box, 3" high (4ml sample) Patented SANYO refrigerants are non-ozone depleting,
B3C B3C B3C
Without Divider
non-flammable and environmentally safe in compliance
Box Divider, 81-Cell D81 D81 D81
with the Montreal Protocol.
Box Divider, 64-Cell D64 D64 D64

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Specifications

Model MDF-U33V MDF-U53VA MDF-U54VC MDF-U74VC

Temperature Range -50C to -86C -50C to -86C -50C to -86C -50C to -86C

Interior Volume 12.0 cu.ft./332 liters 18.0 cu.ft./519 liters 18.0 cu.ft./519 liters 26.0 cu.ft./728 liters

Area Footprint, Nominal 6.25 sq.ft./0.58m2 7.24 sq.ft./0.68m2 7.24 sq.ft./0.68m2 9.51 sq.ft./0.88m2

Electrical, 60Hz 115V, AC, 15 amp 115V, AC, 20 amp 208/230V, AC, 15 amp 208/230V, AC, 15 amp

Patented V.I.P. Construction

Insulated Inner Door steel-framed, high impact plastic with foam-in place insulation
Inner Door Configuration two
Door Gaskets multi-point compression gaskets
Condenser Filter, Easy Cleaning electrostatic filter standard, front accessible for easy access, no tools required
Rounded Interior Corners simplify cleaning
Shelf Brackets incrementally adjustable
Casters high-impact multi-wheel
Seismic Restraints standard; hard connection to facility wall
Access Ports multiple ports allow use of injection tubs, probes, leads, instrumentation

Dimensions and Weights

Interior 19.3" x 23.6" x 44.9" 24.8" x 23.6" x 54.3" 24.8" x 23.6" x 54.3" 34.2" x 23.6" x 55.1"
(W x D x H) 490 x 599 x 1140 mm 630 x 600 x 1380 mm 630 x 600 x 1380 mm 870 x 600 x 1400 mm

Exterior 26.4" x 34.1" x 73.2" 30.3" x 34.4" x 78.3" 30.3" x 34.4" x 78.3" 39.8" x 34.4" x 79.1"
(W x D x H) 670 x 866 x 1859 mm 770 x 870 x 1990 mm 770 x 870 x 1990 mm 1010 x 870 x 2010 mm
Net Weight, Empty 569 lbs/258 kg 660 lbs/299 kg 660 lbs/299 kg 772 lbs/350 kg

Refrigeration System, HFC Refrigerants, SANYO Cool Safe High Performance Compressors
High Stage HP HP 1 HP 1 HP
Low Stage HP 1 HP 1 HP 1 HP
Voltage Booster, Built-In Not Available Not Available Standard Standard
Sound Abatement Standard Standard Standard Standard

Electrical
Power, AC, 1 phase 115V 115V 208-230V 208-230V
Recommended Breaker, Dedicated 15 amp 20 amp 15 amp 15 amp
NEMA Plug/Receptacle 5-15P/5-15R 5-20P/5-20R 6-15P/6-15R 6-15P/6-15R

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Accessories

SANYO Biomedical products include a broad range of accessories to meet specific applications requirements. For accessory requirements or
options not listed herein, contact SANYO or your authorized SANYO sales representative.

Accessory Description Catalog Number

For MDF-U53VA, Order MDF-51D

Set of two. Field installed; replaces half inner
Half Inner Door For MDF-U54VC, Order MDF-51D
door. For a four-door configuration order two sets.
For MDF-U74VC, Order MDF-71D

Digital Temperature Recorder Auxiliary Data Logger HAMSTERDT2

Liquid CO2 Back-Up System Auxiliary tank back in event of power failure CVK-UB2(I)

Liquid N2 Back-Up System Auxiliary tank back in event of power failure CVK-UBN2

Chart Recorder Circular Chart Temperature Recorder, 7 Day MTR-C954

Chart Paper 6 Diameter, 7 Day Chart C7100386REV

Replacement Pen, Red Felt tip pens, 6 per pack R252

Replacement Pen, Blue Felt tip pens, 6 per pack R253

Product conforms to RoHS

(European Restriction of Hazardous
Substance directives)

SANYO Electric Co.,Ltd., Biomedical Division, Gumma is certified for Quality management SANYO North America Corporation
Biomedical and Environmental Solutions Division
system:ISO9001/Medical devices Quality management system:ISO13485/Environmental 1300 Michael Drive, Suite A, Wood Dale, IL 60191 USA
management system:ISO14001 Toll-Free 800-858-8442 Fax 630-238-0074
www.sanyobiomedical.com

2010 Specifications subject to change without notice

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