Humidity Chambers, Glove Boxes, Dry Boxes, & Controlled Temp Chambers

Humidity Chambers, Glove Boxes, Dry Boxes & Controlled Temperature Chambers

ETS manufactures a complete line of controlled environment chambers including glove boxes, humidity chambers, dry boxes, controlled temperature chambers, nitrogen storage cabinets, desiccator cabinets and other controlled environments. ETS chambers are available in bench top, floor standing, mobile and stackable versions. All chambers are fabricated using museum quality construction and all access openings feature gasket seals for performance and durability. ETS chambers are used in many different industries including biomedical, pharmaceutical, electronic, electrostatic, aerospace, automotive, life science, government and university research. ETS offers systems for every budget along with a complete line of controllers and operating systems to maintain the chamber environment. Users may select from a variety of standard chambers or a custom designed system to meet specific needs.

Model 5500
SERIES CHAMBER OVERVIEW WITH PERFORMANCE CHARACTERISTICS: NITROGEN DRY BOXES, GLOVE BOXES, DESSICATOR CABINETS, CONTROLLED HUMIDITY CHAMBERS, CONTROLLED TEMPERATURE CHAMBERS & ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL SYSTEMS

Working volumes
5503 3.75 cu. ft. (106 l)
5506 9.0 cu. ft. (255 l)
5518 13.0 cu. ft. (368 l)
5532 13.0 cu. ft. (368 l)

Please download the specification sheet for photographs and detailed information on chamber construction, size, software, operational range, dew point consideration, heating, cooling humidification and dehumidification.

• Clear and white acrylic construction
• Excellent visual characteristics
• PS30 welded construction (museum quality)
• Single and multiple access doors
• System access ports
• Available without or with gloves or iris ports
• Available as metal-free working space
• Microprocessor PID and ON/OFF controllers
• Humidity & temperature operating system

 

Model 5503 (previously 503)
Glove Box

Description-Series 5503 Chambers may be ordered as a freestanding enclosure, equipped with customer selected controllers and operating systems or with one of the following prepackaged systems.

Model 5503-00: Enclosure only without glove ports
Model 5503-11: Enclosure only with glove ports
5503 Package A: Single point (5% RH, N2, dry air) controlled low humidity system
5503 Package B: Adjustable dehumidification control system (desiccant)
5503 Package C: Adjustable humidification system (ultrasonic)
5503 Package D: Full range humidity control system
5503 Package E: Full range humidity control system plus elevated temp (55°C max)
5503 Package F: Complete humidity and temperature control system

• 3.75 cu. ft. (106 l) working space
• ¼” clear acrylic, PS30 welded seams
• 12” x 12” access opening
• ½” door with ½-turn latch
• Available with or without 6” glove ports
• Humidity & temperature control packages
• Portable and stackable
• Custom configuration

 

Model 5506 (previously 506A)
Humidity Chamber (Humidity Control Glove Box)

Description-Series 5506 Chambers may be ordered as a freestanding enclosure, equipped with customer selected controllers and operating systems or with one of the following prepackaged systems.

Model 5506-22: Enclosure only without glove ports
Model 5506-23: Enclosure only with glove ports
5506 Package A: Full range humidity control (with temperature display)
5506 Package B: Full range humidity control system plus elevated temp (55°C max)
5506 Package C: Full range humidity and temperature control system
5506 Package D: Single point (5% RH, N2, dry air etc.) controlled low humidity system

• 9 cu. ft. (225 l) work space
• ¼” clear & white acrylic
• polished PS30 welded seams
• 12” x 12” access opening
• ½” door with ½-turn latch
• Available with or without 8” ports
• Humidity & temperature control packages
• Custom configurations

 

Model 5518 (previously 518)
Benchtop Humidity and Temperature Controlled Environmental Chamber

Description-Integrated environmental control system that can independently maintain humidity levels from <10 to >98% RH and temperature from <40-135ºF (0-55ºC). The chamber has a working volume of 13 cu. ft. (368 l) and features built in humidity and temperature control systems. Designed for storage, conditioning, testing, weighing and fabrication in electronic, electrostatic, biomedical, pharmaceutical and other applications.

• Microprocessor Control
• Doors (3/8”) with ½-turn latches
• Front: 32”x14” (81×36 cm)
• Side: 14”x4” (36×10 cm)
• 8” Ports with gloves
• Fluorescent lighting
• Internal AC power outlet
• 3/8” clear & white acrylic with polished PS30 welded seams
• Gas cooling and electric heating systems
• Desiccant/pump and ultrasonic humidity systems
• Optional software, 3rd parameter monitoring & custom configurations

 

Model 5532 (previously 532)
Microprocessor Controlled Environmental Chamber
(Precision Humidity & Temperature Controlled Environment)

Description-Designed to accommodate equipment and material requiring excellent visibility, precision, stability and a large internal work area (13 cu. ft., 368 l). Independently maintain humidity from <10 to >98% RH and temperature from 64-135ºF (18-55ºC). Uses include weighing, testing, storage, fabrication and aging in biomedical, pharmaceutical, automotive, electronic, electrostatic, DOD, university research and other applications.

• Microprocessor PID control
• Multiple Ramp/Soak cycles
• Software package for environment tracking & control
• 3/8” Doors, ½-turn latches
• Front: 32”x14” (81×36 cm) Side: 14”x4” (36×10 cm)
• 8” Ports with gloves
• Fluorescent lighting
• Internal fan and AC power
• 3/8” clear & white acrylic with polished PS30 seams
• Thermoelectric cooling & electric heating systems
• High capacity desiccant/pump & ultrasonic humidity systems
• Optional: 3rd parameter monitoring
• custom configurations

 

Humidity / Temperature Controllers & Control Systems

Many applications require precise control of an environment. The ETS 500/5000 Series includes humidity and temperature controllers along with controllers for other linear processes. These systems are available in single and dual channel versions allowing control of two separate processes such as humidity and temperature and are also capable of providing single and multiple RAMP/SOAK programming functions. Initially designed for use with ETS controlled environment chambers, glove and dry boxes, the controllers may also be used to retrofit existing systems or with other sealed chambers. Each controller includes a plug-in sensor to monitor the environment while controlling heating, cooling, humidification, dehumidification or other functions. When used along with an ETS Operating System, the controllers are capable of providing precise humidity and temperature control across a wide spectrum. The heart of each system is a microprocessor PID control module which allows each process to be “tuned” to the user selected set point. The controllers may be used as stand-alone systems or with optional software which allows computer control and tracking of the environment.

 

Model 5000 Series
Microprocessor Humidity Controllers and Temperature Controllers
5100-230 Temperature Controller
5100-240 Humidity Controller
5200-240-230 Humidity / Temperature Controller

Description-Designed for use in virtually any industry, the ETS 5000 Series Microprocessor Humidity Controllers and Temperature Controllers are designed for use with ETS humidity chambers, temperature chambers, dry boxes and glove boxes. The controllers may also be used to retrofit existing controlled environment chambers, customer designed chambers and with environments from other manufacturers.

Each controller includes a plug-in sensor assembly to monitor the environment while the unit controls heating, cooling, humidification or dehumidification. When used along with ETS Operating Systems, the controllers are capable of providing humidity and temperature control across a wide spectrum.

The microprocessor control module allows each controller to be “tuned” at a user selected set point providing extremely accurate control . This is accomplished by pulsing the appropriate operating system and allows the controller to maintain much tighter tolerances than seen with comparator type controllers.

The ETS 5000 Series controllers are designed to be used as stand-alone systems or with the optional ETS Software Package which allows computer control and tracking of the environment. Depending on the version selected, the controllers also provide single and multiple ramp/soak functions.

• Humidity control, temperature control and combinations
• Control humidity, temperature CO2, O2 and pressure
• 90-240 VAC Operation
• Ramp/Soak profiling
• Precision sensors
• PID control
• Optional software

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Model 5640 (previously 540)
Humidity/Temperature/Dew Point Meter

Description-The Model 5640 is designed to provide fast, accurate measurements in virtually any situation. This precision instrument is capable of measuring relative humidity over the range of 5 to 95% R.H. and temperature from 32 to 122°F (0-50°C). Accuracy is ±3% for humidity and ± 0.7°F (± 0.4°C) for temperature which can be displayed in either °F or °C. Dew point is easily calculated at the touch of a button.

The indicator has a memory function to display preprogrammed MINimum and MAXimum values and operates from a single 9V alkaline battery with typical operating life of 100 hours. When battery life drops to approximately 10 hours, the “BAT LOW” indicator activates.

• Measurement Range: Humidity 5-95% RH (±3%) Temperature 32-122ºF (0-50ºC) (±1%)
• Fixed probe
• Displays either RH, ºF or ºC
• One button dew point calculation
• MIN/MAX/AVG hold feature
• 9-Volt battery power
• Battery low indication
• CE compliant
• Auto shut down

Model 5646 (previously 546)
Humidity/Temperature/Dew Point Indicator

Description-The Model 5646 is a low-cost indicator designed for fast, accurate measurement of relative humidity, temperature and dew point. The Model 5646 operates from a single lithium battery with a typical operating life of 100 hours.

• Measurement Range: Humidity 5-95% RH (±3%) Temperature 32-122ºF(0-50 ºC) (±1%)
• Displays either RH, ºF, ºC & dew point
• 100 hour battery life
• Battery low indication
• CE compliant
• Auto shut down
• Duct holder & clip
• Swivel head
• Quick twist sensor protector

 

Operating Systems – Humidification, Dehumidification, Heating & Cooling

The heart of any controlled environment is the operating system which provides the appropriate conditions required to maintain the chamber at the user selected set point. Operating systems can be called upon to heat, cool, humidity and dehumidify for short-term and long-term applications. ETS offers a wide selection of operating systems allowing the end user to match the system to what is available at their facility. We also offer ready-to-use self-contained systems. ETS operating systems may be used with ETS environments or other sealed enclosures.
Model 5461 (previously 561)
Chamber/Glove Box/Dry Box Dehumidification (Drying) System – 1lb

Description-The Model 5461 Desiccant/Pump Dehumidification System is a closed-loop drying system that uses a small diaphram pump to circulate air from a sealed enclosure through a 1-lb. indicating calcium sulfate desiccant. Moist air is drawn from the chamber through the drying column and returned to the chamber. This process is repeated until the desired humidity level is achieved. Levels <10% RH are achievable in sealed chambers up to 15 cu. ft. Designed for use with ETS 500/5000 Series Controllers and Chambers, the Model 5461 may also be used with other sealed enclosures.

• Easily attached to existing systems
• Renewable, indicating desiccant
• Decrease humidity from ambient to <10% R.H.
• For chambers up to 15 cu. ft.

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Model 5462 (previously 562)
Glove Box Humidification System (Ultrasonic)

Description-The Model 5462 is a an open-loop humidification system that utilizes an ultrasonic humidifier to generate a cool mist which is blown into the chamber by a fan through a 1” hose until the desired humidity level is achieved. The Model 5462 requires the use of deionized or distilled water. The self-contained 1/2 gallon tank can humidify a 20 cu. ft. sealed chamber to near 100% R.H at ambient room temperature. Designed for use with ETS 500/5000 Series Controllers and Chambers, the Model 5462 may also be used with other chambers.

• Humidity levels from ambient to 100% R.H. at 72˚F
• Use with sealed enclosures up to 20 cu. ft.
• Use with ETS 5000 Series Controllers for precise control
• Uses deionized or distilled water

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Model 5463 (previously 563)
Chamber Cooling System (CO2)

Description-The Model 563 is a cost effective cooling system that allows rapid lowering of the temperature within a sealed environment for short-term cooling applications. The system converts liquid CO2 to a gas to provide cooling down to 32°F. A tank of Liquid CO2 with dip tube is supplied by the user.

Designed for use with ETS 500/500 Series Controllers and Chambers, the Model 563 may also be used with other sealed enclosures.

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Model 5465 (previously 565)
Dry Box/Glove Box Dehumidification System (Dry Gas)

Description-The Model 5465 is an open-loop drying system consisting of a valve assembly that allows a dry gas such as nitrogen, CO2 or dry air to purge the chamber until the humidity is lowered to the desired level. Humidity levels to <5% are achievable. Designed for use with ETS 500/5000 Series Controllers and Chambers, the Model 5465 may also be used with other sealed environments.

 

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Model 5471 (previously 571)
Chamber/Glove Box/Dry Box Dehumidification (Drying) System – 2.5lb

Description-The operation of the ETS Model 5471 is similar to the Model 5461 but includes a high output pump and a 2.5-lb desiccator column. Humidity Levels below 10% are achievable in chambers up to 20 cu ft. Designed for use with ETS 500/5000 Series Controllers and Chambers, the Model 5471 may also be used with other sealed enclosures.

• Desiccant/Pump system
• 2.5- lb. capacity
• Use with ETS and other sealed enclosures
• Renewable, indicating desiccant

 

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Model 5472 (previously 572)
Chamber Humidification System (Ultrasonic)

Description-The Model 5472 is a high capacity humidification system. Mist is generated by an ultrasonic transducer and blown into the chamber by a built-in pump through a 1” plastic hose. The system includes a water deionizer column for use with in-house (tap) water and a 5-gallon tank for free-standing operation. The Model 5472 is capable of maintaining 100% R.H. at ambient temperatures. Designed for use with ETS 500/5000 Series Controllers and Chambers, the Model 5472 may also be used other
sealed enclosures.

• Single and three head versions available
• High capacity humidification
• Operate from tank or house water supply

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Model 5473 (previously 573)
Chamber/Glove Box Cooling Systems (Thermoelectric 500-1000 BTU’s)

Description-The Model 5473 is a series of solid state cooling systems that utilize the Peltier effect to reduce temperature. A 110-CFM circulating fan is used to distribute the cool air within the chamber. Very precise temperatures can be maintained using this system.

The Model 5473-150 is capable of providing 500 BTU cooling. The Model 5473-300 is capable of providing 1,000 BTU cooling. Heat load, insulation and chamber size will ultimately determine the level of cooling obtained. Designed for use with ETS 500/5000 Series Controllers and Chambers, the Model 5473 may also be used with other sealed enclosures.

• Precise, stable control of temperature
• Use in chambers up to 13 cu. ft.
• Cooling to 18°F (10°C) in uninsulated chambers

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Model 5474 (previously 574)
Chamber Heating System

Description-The Model 5474 is an integrated heating system incorporating a 500 watt heater, thermal overload protection, 110-CFM circulating fan and weather-tight AC accessory outlet box mounted in a 16” x 13” x 3.5” enclosure. Optional HEPA Filtering is available.

The Model 5474 is typically mounted to the back wall of the chamber. Maximum temperature is 128°F. The system, designed to be used with ETS 500/5000 Series Controllers and Chambers, may be used with other sealed enclosures.

• Add on to ETS and other sealed chambers
• Temperature to 128°F
• Thermal protection switch
• Sealed north american duplex outlet
• Circulating fan

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Model 5478 (previously 578)
Dry Box/Glove Box Self-Regenerating Dehumidification System

Description- The Model 5478 provides low humidity levels to chambers, glove boxes and dry boxes. The system is an open-loop consisting of a dual-column
regenerative desiccant dryer operating from house air at 50-100 psi. A timing circuit alternately directs the pressurized air through one desiccant column sending most of the dry air to the chamber and the remaining portion to the other column to dry the desiccant. This alternating action provides a continuous supply of dry air. The Model 5478 is capable of maintaining less than 10% R.H. in a 13 cu. ft. chamber. Designed for use with ETS 500/5000 Series Controllers and Chambers, the Model 5478 may also be used with other sealed environments. A pump (shown above) can also be added to allow the system to operate as a free-standing system.