Labconco CentriVap Cold Trap –50°C Laboratory Vacuum Condensation System

The Labconco CentriVap Cold Trap is a specialized laboratory refrigeration and vapour condensation system designed to collect evaporated liquids and solvent vapours generated during vacuum concentration procedures. Operating at temperatures as low as -50°C, this laboratory instrument helps prevent vapours from reaching and damaging connected vacuum pumps while supporting cleaner and more efficient laboratory operations.

Manufactured by Labconco, the CentriVap Cold Trap is designed to work alongside CentriVap centrifugal vacuum concentrators. It is particularly suitable for laboratories involved in pharmaceutical research, biotechnology, molecular biology, analytical chemistry, life sciences and other scientific applications requiring controlled solvent evaporation.

The equipment uses a refrigeration-based cooling system to reduce the temperature of its internal collector. As vapours pass through the cold trap, they are cooled and condensed into liquid form, allowing them to accumulate inside the stainless-steel collection chamber. This process helps reduce the exposure of vacuum pumps to corrosive vapours, chemical fumes and moisture.

One of the important features of this equipment is its ability to achieve a minimum operating temperature of approximately -50°C. According to the manufacturer's specifications, the 1/3 HP compressor can bring the cold trap down to -50°C in less than 30 minutes. An illuminated temperature indicator provides a visual indication of cooling progress, with an operating-temperature indication at approximately -40°C.

The system incorporates a 4-litre stainless-steel collector designed to collect condensed liquids during laboratory operations. Its stainless-steel construction provides a durable collection surface suitable for routine laboratory use. The unit also features a dedicated drain port with a corrosion-resistant valve to facilitate the removal of collected condensate after operation.

The cold trap is equipped with quick-disconnect hose connections for integration with compatible CentriVap vacuum concentration systems. Its lid incorporates two connections designed for 1/2-inch internal-diameter tubing, along with a sealing gasket and insulating cover, depending on the specific configuration.

The equipment features a compact benchtop design with a brushed stainless-steel front panel, powder-coated exterior housing and integrated refrigeration components. Its front control and indicator panel provides convenient access to the operating controls and temperature-status information.

The Labconco CentriVap Cold Trap is particularly useful in applications involving aqueous samples and moisture-rich vapours. It can help improve the reliability of vacuum concentration workflows by collecting evaporated liquids before they enter the vacuum pump. Selecting the appropriate trap temperature is important because different solvents require different condensation temperatures.

In pharmaceutical and biotechnology laboratories, the equipment can be used as part of sample concentration workflows involving biological extracts, aqueous preparations and laboratory research samples. In analytical laboratories, it can support the evaporation and concentration of samples before further analytical procedures.

The unit is also useful in research institutions, university laboratories, chemical testing facilities and industrial research and development departments where vacuum-based evaporation systems are regularly operated.

The Labconco CentriVap Cold Trap –50°C combines refrigeration technology, stainless-steel collection capacity and practical vacuum-system connections in a laboratory benchtop configuration. It provides an effective solution for collecting condensate, protecting vacuum equipment and supporting controlled laboratory evaporation processes.

Important: The exact electrical configuration, catalogue number, lid configuration and accessories should be verified from the equipment identification plate before purchase or installation.

Application of Product

• Vacuum concentration of aqueous laboratory samples.

• Collection of evaporated liquids and condensed solvent vapours.

• Protection of vacuum pumps from moisture and corrosive vapours.

• Pharmaceutical research and development laboratories.

• Biotechnology and molecular biology research.

• Sample preparation and concentration procedures.

• Chemical and analytical testing laboratories.

• University and institutional research laboratories.

• Life science and biochemical research facilities.

• Laboratory vacuum evaporation workflows.

2.2 Product Features

• Refrigeration-based cold trap system.

• Minimum temperature of approximately –50°C.

• 1/3 HP refrigeration compressor.

• 4-litre stainless-steel collection chamber.

• Illuminated temperature indicator.

• Quick-disconnect vacuum hose connections.

• Stainless-steel drain port with corrosion-resistant valve.

• Durable stainless-steel and powder-coated exterior.

• Designed for compatibility with CentriVap concentrators.

• HCFC-free refrigeration system.

• Compact benchtop configuration.

2.3 Technical Specifications

The following specifications are based on Labconco's published –50°C CentriVap Cold Trap range.

Electrical options: The manufacturer lists several configurations, including 230V, 50Hz models. Exact voltage and current must be checked against the unit's nameplate.

2.4 Product Condition

Condition: To be confirmed (Brand New / Refurbished / Used).