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Tuttnauer T-Lab Eco V60 60L Vertical Laboratory Autoclave – New
Laboratories that need dependable sterilization of liquids, culture media, glassware, bottles, laboratory utensils, and solid loads can benefit from the compact, top-loading design of the Tuttnauer T-Lab Eco V60 Vertical Laboratory Autoclave. With a 60-liter chamber, dedicated liquid and solid sterilization programs, built-in cooling, touchscreen controls, cycle-data storage, and plug-and-play installation, the T-Lab Eco V60 is designed specifically for research, academic, biotechnology, microbiology, pharmaceutical, and industrial laboratory environments.
American Instrument Exchange is a distributor of brand-new Tuttnauer laboratory autoclaves and sterilizers, supplying biotechnology companies, universities, research institutions, pharmaceutical laboratories, quality-control facilities, and other organizations throughout Massachusetts, New England, the Northeast, and across the United States. The Tuttnauer T-Lab Eco V60 is supplied new from the manufacturer and includes the applicable Tuttnauer manufacturer’s warranty.
The T-Lab Eco V60 combines a 60-liter cylindrical chamber with a relatively compact vertical footprint, allowing laboratories to add substantial sterilization capacity without dedicating a large amount of bench or floor space to a horizontal system. Four standard programs support sealed liquids, unsealed liquids, standard solid loads, and delicate solid materials, while two integrated temperature probes help support controlled liquid processing.
Tuttnauer T-Lab Eco V60 Key Features
Brand-new Tuttnauer vertical laboratory autoclave
60-liter chamber
Approximately 15.4-inch-diameter × 19.9-inch-deep chamber
Top-loading vertical configuration
Designed for liquids, glassware, bottles, laboratory utensils, and solid loads
Dedicated sealed-liquid and unsealed-liquid programs
134°C solid-load program
121°C delicate-solid program
Two integrated PT100 temperature sensors
Built-in cooling fan
High-resolution multicolor touchscreen
Built-in memory for up to 1,000 cycles
USB cycle-data transfer
Network connectivity and compatible reporting software
Multilevel password protection
Two stainless steel wire baskets included
Plug-and-play installation
No dedicated building water, drain, or steam connections required for standard operation
220–240 V single-phase electrical configuration
3,000 W power rating
Compact floor-standing design
Brand new from Tuttnauer
Includes applicable Tuttnauer manufacturer’s warranty
Overview
The Tuttnauer T-Lab Eco V60 is a 60-liter vertical laboratory autoclave developed specifically for research and educational environments that need reliable day-to-day sterilization without the complexity or infrastructure requirements of a large institutional sterilizer.
The T-Lab Eco platform is designed around a simple idea: provide laboratories with the sterilization capabilities they use most often while controlling equipment cost, water consumption, energy use, and maintenance requirements.
Its cylindrical chamber measures approximately 390 mm in diameter by 505 mm deep, or about 15.4 inches in diameter by 19.9 inches deep. This vertical configuration provides substantial capacity for bottles, flasks, laboratory glassware, utensils, and other compatible materials while keeping the system footprint relatively compact.
Top loading can be particularly useful for laboratories processing bottles and culture-media vessels. Rather than arranging tall containers horizontally within a shallow chamber, users can load appropriate vessels directly into stainless steel baskets and lower them into the sterilization chamber.
The T-Lab Eco V60 includes four standard sterilization programs designed around common laboratory loads: sealed liquids, unsealed liquids, standard solid items, and delicate solids. These programs allow researchers to select processing conditions appropriate to the material rather than trying to adapt a general-purpose instrument cycle to laboratory media or glassware.
Two PT100 temperature sensors provide additional temperature monitoring for liquid applications. A built-in cooling fan helps reduce post-cycle cooling time, an important consideration when processing liquids that may remain extremely hot long after the sterilization exposure phase ends.
The system also combines straightforward operation with modern digital functionality. A high-resolution multicolor touchscreen provides access to programs and cycle status, while built-in memory stores approximately 1,000 cycle records. Cycle data can be transferred by USB or incorporated into compatible network-based reporting workflows.
For laboratories that need reliable liquid and solid sterilization without extensive building modifications, the T-Lab Eco V60 offers an attractive balance of capacity, simplicity, documentation, and installation flexibility.
Tuttnauer T-Lab Eco V60 Common Applications
Sterilization of microbiological culture media
Processing of sealed laboratory bottles
Sterilization of unsealed liquid containers
Processing of laboratory glassware
Sterilization of Erlenmeyer flasks
Processing of compatible metal laboratory utensils
The Tuttnauer T-Lab Eco V60 is particularly well suited for laboratories where liquid sterilization, glassware processing, and routine solid-load sterilization are part of everyday workflow.
Microbiology laboratories may use the V60 for preparing culture media, sterilizing reusable bottles and flasks, and processing compatible laboratory utensils before use. The dedicated liquid programs are particularly relevant because liquid loads require different exhaust and cooling behavior than dry instruments.
Biotechnology laboratories can benefit from the 60-liter chamber when preparing media, buffers, and other aqueous solutions used in research or process-development workflows.
Academic laboratories and universities are another strong fit. Tuttnauer specifically developed the T-Lab Eco platform with educational institutions and research facilities in mind. Its straightforward touchscreen controls, built-in cycle records, and relatively simple installation can make it useful in shared laboratory environments where multiple trained users access the same sterilizer.
Pharmaceutical and industrial quality-control laboratories may use the V60 for media preparation, glassware, reusable equipment, and other routine laboratory sterilization tasks.
Food, environmental, agricultural, and testing laboratories may also benefit from its ability to process a combination of liquids and solid laboratory supplies without requiring separate sterilizers.
The T-Lab Eco V60 is particularly attractive when a smaller tabletop autoclave creates a capacity bottleneck but an 85-liter or larger system would be unnecessary for the laboratory's daily workload.
Liquid and Culture Media Sterilization
Liquid sterilization is one of the primary applications for the Tuttnauer T-Lab Eco V60.
Liquids respond very differently to autoclave processing than solid instruments. A flask or bottle containing culture media retains considerable heat after sterilization, and rapid depressurization can cause the liquid to boil aggressively.
This can result in lost media, wet chamber surfaces, broken glassware, or other undesirable outcomes.
The T-Lab Eco V60 addresses these requirements with dedicated programs for sealed and unsealed liquid containers.
Both liquid programs operate at approximately 121°C with a standard sterilization exposure of approximately 15 minutes. The distinction between sealed and unsealed loads allows the sterilizer to manage different laboratory container configurations appropriately.
Two PT100 temperature probes provide additional monitoring capability for liquid cycles. Temperature measurement within or near representative liquid loads can help ensure that the sterilization process reflects the actual thermal behavior of the material rather than chamber conditions alone.
The built-in cooling fan further supports liquid workflows by helping reduce cooling time following sterilization.
For laboratories routinely preparing microbiological media, culture broth, buffers, agar solutions, or other aqueous materials, these laboratory-specific features make the V60 a significantly better fit than an autoclave designed primarily for medical instruments.
Solid Loads, Glassware, and Laboratory Utensils
The T-Lab Eco V60 is not limited to liquids.
A dedicated Solid program operates at approximately 134°C with a four-minute sterilization exposure, making it suitable for appropriate heat-resistant solid laboratory loads.
A separate Solid Delicate program operates at approximately 121°C with a 30-minute exposure, providing a lower-temperature option for compatible materials that should not be processed at the higher 134°C setting.
Typical solid applications may include reusable glassware, metal utensils, bottles, certain laboratory tools, and other steam-compatible items.
Glassware is a particularly natural application for a vertical autoclave. Bottles, flasks, and similar vessels can be placed within the included wire baskets and loaded from above.
Material compatibility should always be confirmed before sterilization. Heat-sensitive plastics, electronics, adhesives, and other incompatible materials should not be processed simply because they physically fit inside the chamber.
60-Liter Chamber Capacity and Laboratory Workflow
The Tuttnauer T-Lab Eco V60 provides approximately 60 liters of chamber capacity in a cylindrical chamber measuring 390 mm in diameter by 505 mm deep.
Tuttnauer includes two stainless steel wire baskets with the V60, allowing laboratories to organize bottles, flasks, glassware, and other compatible materials within the chamber.
The V60 provides useful bottle and flask capacity for a vertical laboratory autoclave.
For 250 mL Erlenmeyer flasks, Tuttnauer lists capacity for approximately 13 flasks in each of two baskets, or up to 26 total depending on load configuration.
For 500 mL Erlenmeyer flasks, approximately eight can be accommodated per basket, providing a potential total of 16.
The chamber can accommodate approximately five 1-liter Erlenmeyer flasks in a suitable basket configuration or approximately three 2-liter Erlenmeyer flasks.
For laboratory bottles, Tuttnauer lists capacity for approximately 19 250 mL bottles per basket, 12 500 mL bottles per basket, eight 1-liter bottles in an appropriate configuration, or four 2-liter bottles.
These capacity figures give laboratories a more useful picture of the V60's practical throughput than nominal chamber volume alone.
A laboratory preparing many small media bottles may use the chamber very differently from a group routinely processing several 2-liter flasks. Buyers should therefore compare actual vessel dimensions and daily batch size when determining whether the 60-liter V60 provides adequate capacity.
Plug-and-Play Laboratory Installation
One of the most attractive features of the Tuttnauer T-Lab Eco V60 is its relatively simple installation.
The standard system is designed as a plug-and-play laboratory autoclave that does not require dedicated building utility connections beyond electrical power.
This can be a major advantage when adding an autoclave to an existing laboratory. Traditional large sterilizers may require building water, drain, steam, and other utility work that substantially increases installation cost.
The T-Lab Eco instead incorporates the necessary water-handling components within the system.
A 3-liter wastewater tank and 6-liter cooling-water tank are integrated into the unit, helping the autoclave operate independently of dedicated laboratory plumbing.
For leased laboratory space, university buildings, startup biotechnology companies, and existing research facilities where plumbing modifications may be difficult, this can substantially simplify equipment placement.
Electrical service does require planning. The V60 operates on approximately 220–240 V AC, single-phase power and is rated at approximately 3,000 W and 13.1 A.
American Instrument Exchange can help customers confirm available electrical service and installation requirements before ordering.
Built-In Cooling and Liquid Workflow Efficiency
Cooling time is a critical component of liquid sterilization.
A sterilization cycle may complete its required exposure at 121°C, but a liter of hot culture media cannot immediately be removed and handled safely. The load must cool to an appropriate temperature before the chamber can be opened and the containers handled.
The T-Lab Eco V60 incorporates a built-in cooling fan to help accelerate this portion of the process.
Reducing cooling time can improve overall laboratory throughput because autoclave capacity remains occupied until a cycle is safe to unload.
In a busy media-preparation laboratory, even modest reductions in cooling time can allow additional batches to be processed during the working day.
Laboratories should nevertheless follow appropriate procedures for liquid cooling and chamber opening. Container size, liquid volume, bottle configuration, load arrangement, and room conditions can all affect cooling behavior.
Data Storage, USB Transfer, and Laboratory Documentation
The Tuttnauer T-Lab Eco V60 combines basic laboratory sterilization with modern cycle documentation.
The system includes built-in memory for approximately 1,000 cycles, allowing users to retain a substantial history of sterilizer operation.
Cycle data can be transferred to a computer through a USB memory device, providing laboratories with a convenient way to archive sterilization records.
Network connectivity and compatible reporting software can provide additional documentation capabilities, including reports containing graphs and tables.
Multilevel password protection allows facilities to control access to different system functions according to user responsibilities.
These capabilities can be particularly useful in biotechnology, pharmaceutical, university, quality-control, and other laboratory environments where sterilization records form part of a broader equipment-management or quality system.
Choosing the Right Vertical Laboratory Autoclave
The Tuttnauer T-Lab Eco V60 is a strong choice for laboratories that need reliable liquid and solid sterilization, moderate-to-high chamber capacity, and straightforward installation.
The first consideration should be chamber size.
The T-Lab Eco V60 provides 60 liters of capacity, while the larger T-Lab Eco V85 increases chamber volume to approximately 85 liters and chamber depth from 505 mm to approximately 700 mm.
Laboratories routinely processing larger batches or taller load arrangements may benefit from the V85. Facilities with moderate media, glassware, and solid-load requirements may find the V60 more economical and easier to accommodate.
Load type is equally important. The V60 is specifically intended for general laboratory sterilization of liquids, solids, glassware, bottles, and laboratory items.
Facilities requiring more advanced biohazard exhaust filtration, active vacuum processing, specialized drying, or other sophisticated features may need to consider a more advanced Tuttnauer laboratory platform.
Space should also influence the decision. A vertical autoclave uses floor space efficiently because chamber volume extends upward rather than horizontally across a bench.
The V60 can therefore provide substantially more capacity than a small tabletop autoclave without consuming a large laboratory countertop.
American Instrument Exchange can help customers compare the T-Lab Eco V60, T-Lab Eco V85, LabSci vertical autoclaves, and other Tuttnauer systems based on liquid volume, flask and bottle dimensions, load types, available floor space, electrical service, and budget.
Tuttnauer T-Lab Eco V60 Key Specifications
Specification
Details
Manufacturer
Tuttnauer
Model
T-Lab Eco V60
Product Family
T-Lab Eco
Condition
Brand new from manufacturer
Sterilizer Type
Automatic vertical laboratory steam autoclave
Chamber Capacity
60 L
Chamber Dimensions
390 mm diameter × 505 mm deep (approximately 15.4 × 19.9 in)
Exterior Dimensions
645 mm W × 985 mm H × 810 mm D (approximately 25.4 × 38.8 × 31.9 in)
No dedicated installation connections required for standard operation
Weight
Approximately 111 kg / 245 lb
Shipping Dimensions
Approximately 820 mm W × 1,250 mm H × 900 mm D
Installation Type
Floor-standing vertical
Warranty
Applicable Tuttnauer manufacturer’s warranty
Specifications reflect current Tuttnauer technical information for the T-Lab Eco V60. Customers should confirm the current production configuration, electrical requirements, included accessories, software capabilities, shipping requirements, and warranty terms with American Instrument Exchange when ordering.
Installation and Utility Requirements
The Tuttnauer T-Lab Eco V60 is designed to provide large-capacity laboratory sterilization without requiring extensive building utility modifications.
The autoclave measures approximately 25.4 inches wide × 38.8 inches high × 31.9 inches deep and weighs approximately 245 pounds.
Because the unit loads from the top, facilities should provide adequate overhead clearance to open the lid fully and safely insert or remove baskets.
The floor should be level and capable of supporting the sterilizer, process water, baskets, and maximum expected load.
The V60 requires approximately 220–240 V AC single-phase electrical service and draws approximately 13.1 A at 3,000 W.
Unlike many large sterilizers, no dedicated building water, steam, or drain connections are required for standard operation. This can significantly simplify placement in existing laboratories.
The 6-liter cooling-water tank and 3-liter wastewater tank should be incorporated into routine operating and maintenance procedures.
Appropriate water quality remains important. Water that does not meet manufacturer requirements can contribute to chamber scaling, deposits, heater deterioration, valve contamination, and increased maintenance requirements.
Because the V60 weighs approximately 111 kg, customers should also consider building access, doorway dimensions, elevators, receiving areas, and final placement before delivery.
Why Buy a New Tuttnauer T-Lab Eco V60 from American Instrument Exchange?
American Instrument Exchange supplies brand-new Tuttnauer laboratory autoclaves to biotechnology companies, universities, pharmaceutical laboratories, research institutions, quality-control facilities, and other organizations throughout New England, the Northeast, and across the United States.
Selecting a laboratory autoclave requires more than comparing chamber volume. Liquid quantity, flask and bottle dimensions, load type, cooling requirements, documentation, electrical service, available floor space, and daily throughput all influence which sterilizer will work best.
American Instrument Exchange can help customers evaluate these factors before ordering.
Our Haverhill, Massachusetts location gives laboratories throughout Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Maine, Vermont, Rhode Island, Connecticut, and the broader Northeast a regional source for new Tuttnauer laboratory sterilization equipment.
The T-Lab Eco V60 can be particularly attractive for biotechnology startups, university laboratories, microbiology facilities, and growing research organizations that need substantial sterilization capacity without extensive plumbing modifications.
American Instrument Exchange also supplies complementary laboratory equipment including biosafety cabinets, CO₂ incubators, laboratory refrigerators, freezers, centrifuges, glassware washers, ovens, and other equipment commonly used alongside laboratory sterilization systems.
Because American Instrument Exchange supplies both new Tuttnauer autoclaves and professionally refurbished sterilizers, customers can compare equipment based on chamber capacity, application, required features, warranty preferences, budget, and project timeline.
Customers can contact American Instrument Exchange for current pricing, availability, lead times, electrical requirements, shipping information, and assistance selecting the appropriate Tuttnauer laboratory autoclave.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Tuttnauer T-Lab Eco V60?
The T-Lab Eco V60 is a 60-liter vertical laboratory autoclave designed for routine sterilization of liquids, bottles, glassware, solid materials, and other compatible laboratory items.
Is the T-Lab Eco V60 designed specifically for laboratory use?
Yes. Tuttnauer developed the T-Lab Eco line specifically for research facilities, educational institutions, and general laboratory sterilization.
What is the chamber capacity of the T-Lab Eco V60?
The V60 provides approximately 60 liters of chamber capacity.
What are the chamber dimensions?
The chamber measures approximately 390 mm in diameter by 505 mm deep, or about 15.4 inches in diameter by 19.9 inches deep.
What are the exterior dimensions?
The T-Lab Eco V60 measures approximately 645 mm wide × 985 mm high × 810 mm deep, or about 25.4 × 38.8 × 31.9 inches.
Can the T-Lab Eco V60 sterilize liquids and culture media?
Yes. The system provides dedicated programs for both sealed and unsealed liquid containers, making it appropriate for compatible culture media, laboratory solutions, and other liquid loads.
What temperature does the liquid cycle use?
The sealed and unsealed liquid programs operate at approximately 121°C with a standard sterilization exposure of approximately 15 minutes.
Can the T-Lab Eco V60 sterilize glassware?
Yes. Laboratory glassware, bottles, flasks, and other compatible steam-resistant materials are primary applications for the T-Lab Eco platform.
Can the V60 sterilize solid laboratory items?
Yes. A standard solid program operates at approximately 134°C with a four-minute exposure, while a delicate-solid program operates at approximately 121°C for 30 minutes.
How many baskets are included?
The T-Lab Eco V60 includes two stainless steel wire baskets.
How many 500 mL Erlenmeyer flasks can fit in the V60?
Tuttnauer lists approximately eight 500 mL Erlenmeyer flasks per basket, providing capacity for approximately 16 when two baskets are appropriately loaded.
How many 500 mL laboratory bottles can fit?
Tuttnauer lists approximately 12 standard 500 mL bottles per basket, or potentially 24 total depending on the exact bottle dimensions and load arrangement.
Does the T-Lab Eco V60 have temperature probes for liquids?
Yes. Two PT100 temperature sensors are standard.
Does the V60 include a cooling system?
Yes. A built-in cooling fan helps reduce cooling time following sterilization.
Does the T-Lab Eco V60 require plumbing?
No dedicated building water or drain connections are required for standard plug-and-play operation. The system incorporates internal cooling-water and wastewater tanks.
What electrical service does the V60 require?
The T-Lab Eco V60 requires approximately 220–240 V AC single-phase service and is rated at approximately 3,000 W and 13.1 A.
Does the V60 save cycle records?
Yes. Built-in memory can store approximately 1,000 cycle records.
Can cycle information be transferred to a computer?
Yes. Cycle data can be transferred using a USB memory device, and compatible network/reporting options are available.
Does the T-Lab Eco V60 have a touchscreen?
Yes. The system uses a high-resolution multicolor touchscreen interface.
What is the difference between the T-Lab Eco V60 and V85?
The V60 provides 60 liters of capacity with a 505 mm-deep chamber, while the V85 provides 85 liters and increases chamber depth to approximately 700 mm. The V85 is better suited for larger or higher-volume laboratory loads.
What is the difference between the T-Lab Eco V60 and Tuttnauer LabSci 60LV?
Both are 60-liter vertical laboratory autoclaves, but they belong to different Tuttnauer product platforms and should be compared based on current cycle capabilities, connectivity, accessories, configuration options, and pricing. American Instrument Exchange can help customers determine which current Tuttnauer vertical autoclave better matches their application.
Is the T-Lab Eco V60 suitable for a biotechnology startup?
Yes. Its combination of 60-liter capacity, liquid sterilization capability, plug-and-play installation, digital cycle records, and relatively compact footprint can make it particularly attractive for growing biotechnology laboratories.
Is the Tuttnauer T-Lab Eco V60 sold new by American Instrument Exchange?
Yes. American Instrument Exchange supplies the T-Lab Eco V60 brand new from Tuttnauer with the applicable manufacturer’s warranty.
Can American Instrument Exchange supply the T-Lab Eco V60 throughout New England?
Yes. American Instrument Exchange supplies new Tuttnauer laboratory autoclaves throughout Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Maine, Vermont, Rhode Island, Connecticut, the broader Northeast, and nationwide.
Can American Instrument Exchange help determine whether the 60 L V60 or 85 L V85 is the better choice?
Yes. American Instrument Exchange can help laboratories compare the two models based on flask and bottle dimensions, daily liquid volume, chamber capacity, electrical requirements, available floor space, and anticipated future growth.
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Testing Procedures for Used and Refurbished Laboratory Equipment
Ensure Accuracy, Safety, and Dependable Performance Across Applications
At American Instrument Exchange, all used and refurbished laboratory equipment undergoes a rigorous, multi-point testing protocol to ensure optimal performance, operational safety, and long-term reliability. Whether the equipment is destined for research, diagnostics, quality control, or production environments, our thorough inspection and testing process is designed to meet the highest standards of laboratory excellence.
Why Testing Used Lab Equipment Is Essential
Before any refurbished laboratory equipment is returned to service, it must be carefully tested to verify:
• Functional integrity and operational performance
• Setpoint accuracy and repeatability (where applicable)
• User interface responsiveness and control features
Proper testing reduces the risk of equipment failure, measurement inaccuracies, or user hazards—helping to ensure consistent results in clinical, academic, biotech, and industrial labs.
Our standardized lab equipment testing procedures are tailored to each equipment type, ensuring every unit meets manufacturer specifications and industry benchmarks.
Key Testing Procedures for Refurbished and Used Laboratory Equipment
1. Initial Visual Inspection
• Examine equipment housing for signs of wear, corrosion, or damage
• Check ports, power cords, and exterior components for tampering or deterioration
• Verify that internal and external parts (racks, shelves, connectors, accessories) are present and undamaged
2. Functional Startup and Operational Testing
• Power on the equipment and verify startup diagnostics
• Confirm functionality of displays, buttons, switches, and control panels
• Run basic functions to confirm proper response and behavior under standard operating conditions
3. Testing and Performance Verification
• Test internal sensors or control systems using industry-standard tools
• Perform operational tests to validate accuracy and consistency
• Verify key performance specifications such as temperature control, timing, speed, or measurement outputs, depending on equipment type
4. Mechanical and Electrical System Testing
• Evaluate motors, pumps, fans, or other moving parts for smooth operation
• Inspect and test wiring, relays, fuses, and circuit boards for safety and reliability
• Test power delivery and grounding compliance
5. Safety and Compliance Checks
• Ensure equipment is grounded and insulated to meet laboratory safety standards
• Test alarms, interlocks, emergency stops, or safety shutdown systems if applicable
6. Final Quality Assurance and Documentation
• Perform extended runtime testing
• Document operational logs, testing results, and any repairs or adjustments made
• Complete a final inspection, thorough cleaning, and packaging for delivery
Trusted Quality from American Instrument Exchange
With over 50 years of experience in laboratory equipment refurbishment, American Instrument Exchange is committed to delivering certified, lab-ready instruments backed by expert testing. Our testing protocols ensure that each piece of equipment—regardless of type—is safe, accurate, and dependable from day one.
Whether you're equipping a startup lab or expanding a high-throughput facility, you can count on our refurbished laboratory equipment to perform with precision and reliability.
Refurbishment Protocol for Used Laboratory Equipment from American Instrument Exchange
At American Instrument Exchange, every piece of used laboratory equipment we offer undergoes a multi-step refurbishment process. Whether it's an analytical balance, centrifuge, freezer, oven, or any other essential lab instrument, our goal is to restore each unit to peak performance—ensuring accuracy, safety, and long-term reliability in scientific, clinical, industrial, and academic environments.
Why Choose Refurbished Lab Equipment from American Instrument Exchange?
• Thoroughly tested for performance, precision, and safety
• Backed by a warranty
• A cost-effective alternative to new equipment
• Environmentally sustainable through equipment reuse and waste reduction
• Serviced by expert technicians with decades of laboratory equipment experience
Step-by-Step Refurbishment Protocol
Every instrument and system refurbished at American Instrument Exchange follows a detailed, industry-aligned process:
1. Initial Intake & Inspection
• Complete visual and structural inspection for cosmetic damage, wear, or corrosion
• Mechanical assessment of hinges, seals, fasteners, motors, and moving parts
• Missing components and damaged items are documented for repair or replacement
2. Cleaning and Decontamination
• Full internal and external cleaning using non-abrasive, lab-safe solutions
• Removal of biological, chemical, or particulate contamination
• Disassembly and cleaning of removable parts such as trays, shelves, and filters
3. Mechanical and Electrical Repair
• Replacement or repair of worn or broken mechanical parts
• Evaluation and servicing of control panels, sensors, switches, and displays
• Testing and repair of electrical wiring, fuses, circuit boards, and power supplies
4. Functional System Testing
• Assessment of all major functions specific to the equipment type (e.g., speed, temperature, force, weight, timing)
• Operation of control interfaces, programming menus, and digital displays
• Verification of stabilization time, responsiveness, and user input reliability
5. Testing and Performance Verification
• Testing of internal sensors, controllers, and measurement systems using certified tools
• Multi-point testing to ensure repeatability, accuracy, and performance consistency
• Confirmation of user-defined setpoints, timing sequences, or programmable cycles
6. Safety and Compliance Checks
• Testing of safety interlocks, alarms, and over-limit protection systems (as applicable)
• Electrical safety inspections, including grounding and insulation verification
7. Final Quality Assurance and Documentation
• Full operational testing under simulated lab conditions
• Completion of performance benchmarks, testing results, and repair logs
• Final cleaning and visual inspection
Trust the Experts at American Instrument Exchange
With over 50 years of experience in the laboratory equipment industry, American Instrument Exchange is a trusted leader in high-quality refurbished lab instruments. Our refurbishment protocols ensure that every piece of equipment we sell is lab-ready—offering the precision, performance, and durability your team can count on.
Whether you’re outfitting a new lab or expanding an existing operation, choose American Instrument Exchange for tested, warrantied, and cost-effective laboratory equipment.
Warranty Information
All used equipment sold by American Instrument Exchange is refurbished/reconditioned, tested to meet specifications, cleaned, and comes with a 90-day warranty from the date of shipment unless otherwise specified. New products include a warranty from the manufacturer. Your warranty is only valid if you have paid your invoice. If your invoice is over 30 days old, warranty work will not be performed until your invoice is paid in full. American Instrument Exchange is not liable for any special or consequential damages that result from the use of, or the inability to use, the materials on this site or the performance of the products,
Exceptions include international sales and items that are agreed to be sold with a lesser warranty or items that are agreed to be sold “as is.”
Should there be visible shipping damage to packaging or concealed shipping damage to item(s) supplied, buyer must communicate such damage to the delivering entity or carrier upon receipt first and to American Instrument the same day item is accepted / signed for. Failure to do so voids warranty. Customer decision to involve / procure third party or OEM service other than American Instrument or AIE assigned vendors to resolve in-warranty instrument failure or defect without first placing a service call to American Instrument voids warranty.
Return & Cancellation Policy
American Instrument Exchange will authorize the return of and issue a full refund for any equipment that is not working as represented and could not be replaced or repaired to the customer’s satisfaction by AIE or a representative of AIE during the warranty period. Returns without prior authorization and an RMA number will not be accepted.
Customers are responsible for proper packaging of the equipment and all included accessories. American Instrument will pay for insurance and shipping costs. Non-inventory items bought specifically to fill customer orders may possibly be returned, but on a case by case basis.
Customers who cancel orders after refurbishing has begun or after delivery where there are no equipment performance issues may be subject to a Restocking/Cancellation Fee of 20% or more and responsible for shipping costs for both the delivery and return.
Ongoing and Extended Support Options
American Instrument Exchange is able to provide additional repair and support services outside the warranty terms for most products that sell.
For biosafety cabinets, clean benches, chemical fume hoods, and other clean air products our team at AIE Laboratory Services can provide certifications, repairs, decontaminations, and other services for customers throughout New England, and guidance and limited technical assistance for any customers in the US and Canada for new or refurbished biosafety cabinets purchased from American Instrument Exchange.
For all other products, the repair service team at American Instrument Exchange can provide both field and depot repair evaluations. We can easily schedule and coordinate the pick-up and transportation of your malfunctioning equipment. By offering hourly rates lower than most OEM service providers and eliminating travel time for technicians, we help reduce repair costs. Furthermore, our lab depot repair service minimizes or eliminates scheduling delays. Our experienced service technicians are qualified to restore your equipment to factory specifications.
Yes, all equipment from American Instrument Exchange comes with a warranty. Used/reconditioned/refurbished equipment is tested to make sure it operates to the manufacturer's specifications and comes with a 90-day warranty (unless otherwise noted). New equipment comes with a warranty from the manufacturer.
How do you test and recondition the equipment?
Testing requirements vary across all the equipment categories we sell. Temperature controlled units are tested with NIST traceable probes and data loggers. Gaskets, external housing, glass, handles, controls and control screens are all thoroughly inspected for integrity and functionality. We test all equipment using the manufacturer's parameters and specifications to confirm that the unit operates properly.
How do products ship from American Instrument Exchange?
We can ship products both nationally and internationally using a well-established network of transporters. Smaller items will ship via UPS. Larger equipment will be palletized and shipped either LTL or air-ride, depending on the specific equipment and/or delivery requirements.
Return and order cancellation policy
American Instrument Exchange will accept the return of any product that is not working as represented and could not be replaced or repaired to the customer's satisfaction during the warranty period. Customers who cancel orders after refurbishing has begun will be subject to a cancellation and restocking fee of between 20% and 40%.
Are discounts available for educational or non-profit institutions, or for bulk purchases?
Yes – call or email us today with a list of equipment you're looking for and we can potentially put together a quote that includes a discount.
How does your price matching policy work?
We strive to keep our pricing competitive and reasonable. If you find comparable items for sale at a lower price from other vendors please send us a link and or quote for the item and we'll do our best to match or beat the price.
Can I see the equipment in person before committing to a purchase?
Customers are welcome to make an appointment to view equipment in our warehouse. Given our workload we may not be able to test or clean the equipment prior to your arrival if you have not committed to an order.
1023 Western Avenue is a working warehouse, not a showroom, and customers should dress appropriately and wear closed toe shoes.
Can I ship products that I purchased elsewhere to American Instrument for repair?
Yes – please see our repair services page for more information.
