{"product_id":"caron-7401-33-1-shaker-ready-co-incubator","title":"Caron 7401-33-1 Shaker-Ready CO₂ Incubator","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCaron 7401-33-1 Shaker-Ready CO₂ Incubator with Controlled Humidity\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCaron 7401-33-1 CO₂ Incubator\u003c\/strong\u003e is a large-capacity, shaker-ready reach-in incubator designed for production-scale cell culture, vaccine and antibody development, bioprocessing, pharmaceutical research, and other demanding applications requiring precise control of \u003cstrong\u003etemperature, CO₂, and relative humidity\u003c\/strong\u003e. With a \u003cstrong\u003e33 cu. ft. (934 L) chamber\u003c\/strong\u003e, infrared CO₂ sensing, active controlled humidity, refrigeration, three heavy-duty shaker-ready shelves, and three internal GFCI-protected electrical outlets, the 7401-33-1 allows laboratories to operate compatible orbital shakers and other powered equipment within a tightly controlled cell culture environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable used and refurbished from \u003cstrong\u003eAmerican Instrument Exchange\u003c\/strong\u003e, this Caron 7401-33-1 is particularly well suited for laboratories scaling beyond conventional flask and plate culture. Its large reach-in chamber provides more than four times the capacity of a typical benchtop CO₂ incubator while occupying a floor footprint comparable to a traditional double stack. For laboratories expanding cell culture capacity, moving into larger-volume suspension culture, or supporting production-oriented workflows, the combination of \u003cstrong\u003eCO₂, temperature, and active humidity control\u003c\/strong\u003e provides significantly greater environmental flexibility than a conventional CO₂ incubator.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLarge 33 cu. ft. (934 L) reach-in CO₂ incubation chamber\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eActive controlled humidity system\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRelative humidity control from ambient conditions to approximately 95% RH\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApproximately ±3% RH humidity control\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned specifically for shaker-ready cell culture applications\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThree reinforced Type 304 stainless steel shelves\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach heavy-duty shelf supports up to 150 lb. (68 kg)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThree internal GFCI-protected electrical outlets\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e0–20% CO₂ control range\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInfrared CO₂ sensor\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApproximately ±0.1% CO₂ control under specified conditions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eActive refrigeration to compensate for heat generated by internal equipment\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApproximately 20°C to 60°C operating range under specified heat-load conditions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApproximately ±0.1°C temperature control\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApproximately ±0.3°C temperature uniformity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRTD temperature sensor\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eType 304 stainless steel interior\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGlass inner doors for sample observation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTouchscreen control interface\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChamber access ports\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCasters and leveling feet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProfessionally inspected and tested by American Instrument Exchange\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e90-day warranty included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCaron 7401-33-1 Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Caron 7401-33-1 was designed around a challenge that conventional CO₂ incubators are not particularly well equipped to address: \u003cstrong\u003emaintaining a large, tightly controlled cell culture environment around orbital shakers and other heat-generating laboratory equipment\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA typical benchtop CO₂ incubator provides approximately 5 to 7 cu. ft. of culture space. The Caron 7401-33-1 expands that capacity to approximately \u003cstrong\u003e33 cu. ft. (934 L)\u003c\/strong\u003e within a single reach-in chamber. This allows laboratories to increase culture volume without dividing production among numerous smaller incubators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore importantly, the 7401 platform is specifically \u003cstrong\u003eshaker ready\u003c\/strong\u003e. The 33 cu. ft. configuration incorporates three reinforced stainless steel shelves, each capable of supporting up to approximately 150 lb. These shelves provide the structural support required for compatible orbital shakers and other substantial laboratory equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThree GFCI-protected electrical outlets are installed inside the chamber, allowing compatible powered equipment to operate within the controlled environment without routing power cords through the chamber door.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOperating a shaker inside an incubator creates another challenge: \u003cstrong\u003eheat load\u003c\/strong\u003e. Motors and other electrical components generate heat continuously during operation. The 7401-33-1 uses active refrigeration to remove this excess heat and help maintain the selected chamber temperature while powered equipment operates inside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis particular chamber also incorporates \u003cstrong\u003eactive relative humidity control\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing humidity to become a controlled experimental parameter rather than simply a byproduct of a passive water pan. Together, controlled temperature, CO₂, and humidity provide a versatile environment for advanced cell culture and bioprocess applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Caron 7401-33-1 is particularly well suited for \u003cstrong\u003eproduction-scale cell culture, suspension cell culture, vaccine research and production, antibody development, biotechnology, pharmaceutical research, personalized medicine, bioprocess development, protein expression, process optimization, and other high-volume cell culture applications\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of its strongest applications is supporting orbital shakers used for suspension cultures. Rather than relying on a smaller dedicated incubated shaker, laboratories can place compatible shakers within the much larger Caron chamber and maintain controlled temperature, CO₂, and humidity around the entire system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis approach can be useful when scaling cultures from conventional flasks toward larger shake flasks or when multiple shaker platforms need to operate under common environmental conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eActive humidity control provides another important capability. Researchers can establish and maintain a defined relative-humidity setpoint rather than relying solely on passive evaporation. This can be valuable for extended culture periods, processes sensitive to media evaporation, and experimental protocols where environmental consistency is especially important.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe large chamber can also accommodate static cell culture vessels when shaker operation is not required. Modular shelving allows the interior to be configured around different culture formats, making the 7401-33-1 useful as a high-capacity reach-in CO₂ incubator as well as a shaker-ready chamber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCell culture laboratories may use the Caron 7401-33-1 alongside \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.americaninstrument.com\/collections\/bio-safety-cabinets\/biocab\"\u003ebiosafety cabinets\u003c\/a\u003e for aseptic culture handling and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.americaninstrument.com\/collections\/centrifuges\"\u003elaboratory centrifuges\u003c\/a\u003e for cell harvesting and downstream processing. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.americaninstrument.com\/collections\/refrigerators\"\u003eLaboratory refrigerators\u003c\/a\u003e provide storage for media and reagents, while \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.americaninstrument.com\/collections\/freezers-ice-makers\/-80\"\u003eultra-low temperature freezers\u003c\/a\u003e support long-term preservation of cell banks and other biological materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCell Types \u0026amp; Culture Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Caron 7401-33-1 can support a broad range of CO₂-dependent cell culture applications, but its large chamber, shaker-ready construction, and active humidity control make it particularly attractive for \u003cstrong\u003ehigher-volume and suspension-culture workflows\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCommon Cell Types \u0026amp; Culture Applications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMammalian cell lines\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuspension cell cultures\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCHO cell cultures\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHEK cell cultures\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHybridoma cultures\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVaccine-production cultures\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAntibody-production workflows\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecombinant protein expression\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePharmaceutical and biotechnology process development\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScale-up and production-oriented cell culture\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTypical Culture Equipment \u0026amp; Vessels\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrbital laboratory shakers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShake flasks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eErlenmeyer culture flasks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFernbach-style flasks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eT-flasks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMultiwell plates\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCell culture dishes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCulture bottles and other compatible vessels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe chamber provides approximately \u003cstrong\u003e32\"W × 27\"D × 65.7\"H\u003c\/strong\u003e of interior space. Three reinforced shelves measure approximately 29.25\"W × 24.45\"D and can support up to 150 lb. each.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the chamber is specifically designed to accommodate dynamic loads, compatible laboratory shakers can be positioned on these reinforced shelves. Researchers should nevertheless confirm shaker dimensions, weight, platform movement, electrical load, heat generation, and clearance requirements before installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperature, CO₂ \u0026amp; Controlled Humidity Performance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Caron 7401-33-1 combines \u003cstrong\u003eheating, active refrigeration, controlled humidification, infrared CO₂ sensing, and microprocessor monitoring\u003c\/strong\u003e to create a highly controlled environment for large-scale cell culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe chamber provides a published temperature range of approximately \u003cstrong\u003e20°C to 60°C under specified operating and heat-load conditions\u003c\/strong\u003e, with temperature control of approximately ±0.1°C and uniformity of approximately ±0.3°C. An RTD sensor provides temperature feedback to the control system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eActive refrigeration is especially important in shaker applications. An orbital shaker's motor, electronics, and moving components continuously release heat into the incubation chamber. In a conventional heated incubator, that additional heat can make it difficult to maintain a 37°C setpoint, particularly when several pieces of equipment are operating simultaneously.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Caron system uses refrigeration to remove excess heat and compensate for the thermal load generated by internal equipment. This allows the chamber to maintain controlled incubation conditions while compatible shakers are operating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCO₂ concentration is adjustable from \u003cstrong\u003e0% to 20%\u003c\/strong\u003e, with approximately ±0.1% control under specified conditions. The 7401-33 uses an \u003cstrong\u003einfrared CO₂ sensor\u003c\/strong\u003e, providing direct CO₂ measurement appropriate for humidified cell culture environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis particular 7401-33-1 also includes Caron's \u003cstrong\u003eactive controlled humidity system\u003c\/strong\u003e. Relative humidity can be regulated from ambient conditions to approximately \u003cstrong\u003e95% RH\u003c\/strong\u003e, with control of approximately ±3% RH under specified operating conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eActive humidity control provides an important advantage over the passive water-pan humidification found in many conventional CO₂ incubators. A passive system creates a generally high-humidity environment but does not allow researchers to select and regulate a precise RH setpoint. The Caron controlled-humidity system instead allows relative humidity to become a defined chamber parameter alongside temperature and CO₂.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor extended cell culture applications, maintaining a stable high-humidity environment can help limit evaporation from culture media. More broadly, adjustable RH provides laboratories with greater flexibility when developing or reproducing processes in which humidity itself may affect experimental conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe touchscreen control system provides centralized access to these environmental parameters, allowing operators to monitor and adjust temperature, CO₂, and relative humidity from a common interface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eContamination Control \u0026amp; Chamber Design\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Caron 7401-33-1 uses a \u003cstrong\u003eType 304 stainless steel interior\u003c\/strong\u003e designed to withstand the warm, humidified environment associated with cell culture while simplifying routine cleaning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe interior can be disassembled without specialized tools to provide better access to chamber surfaces during cleaning. Glass inner doors allow researchers to inspect cultures and operating equipment without immediately exposing the entire chamber to laboratory air.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintaining a clean chamber is especially important in a large reach-in incubator containing orbital shakers. Shakers, power cords, flask clamps, platforms, shelves, and other components add surfaces that can potentially introduce contaminants into the incubation environment. A consistent cleaning and maintenance program should therefore include both the incubator and equipment operated inside it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCaron also offered an automated \u003cstrong\u003edry hydrogen peroxide sterilization system\u003c\/strong\u003e for this platform. When installed, the system provides a validated H₂O₂ sterilization cycle for chamber decontamination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe controlled humidity feature on this particular unit should not be confused with the optional H₂O₂ sterilization system. Unless H₂O₂ sterilization hardware is specifically confirmed on the individual incubator, that capability should not be assumed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCaron 7401-33-1 Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCaron Scientific\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7401-33-1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEquipment Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShaker-Ready Reach-In CO₂ Incubator with Controlled Humidity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChamber Capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e33 cu. ft. (934 L)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTemperature Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 20°C to 60°C under specified heat-load conditions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTemperature Control\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately ±0.1°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTemperature Uniformity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately ±0.3°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTemperature Sensor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRTD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRefrigeration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCO₂ Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0–20%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCO₂ Control\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately ±0.1%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCO₂ Sensor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInfrared\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHumidity Control\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eActive controlled humidity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRelative Humidity Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAmbient to approximately 95% RH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHumidity Control\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately ±3% RH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInterior Construction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eType 304 stainless steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard Shelves\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 reinforced shaker-ready shelves\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShelf Construction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReinforced perforated Type 304 stainless steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShelf Capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e150 lb. (68 kg) each\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShelf Dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 29.25\"W × 24.45\"D\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInternal Electrical Outlets\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 GFCI-protected outlets\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eController\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTouchscreen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInner Doors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGlass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eH₂O₂ Sterilization\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptional; confirm if installed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInterior Dimensions (W × D × H)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 32\" × 27\" × 65.7\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExterior Dimensions (W × D × H)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 35.5\" × 33.3\" × 90.1\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eElectrical Requirements\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e115V, 60 Hz, 16A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShipping Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 775 lb.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConfiguration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFloor-standing reach-in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis Caron 7401-33-1 is equipped with the controlled humidity feature. Other features and accessories—including the optional dry H₂O₂ sterilization system—should be confirmed for the individual refurbished unit before purchase. Temperature and humidity capabilities can also vary with chamber temperature, ambient conditions, and heat generated by equipment operating inside the chamber.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCaron 7401-33-1 Frequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat makes the Caron 7401-33-1 different from a conventional CO₂ incubator?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe primary differences are \u003cstrong\u003ecapacity, shaker-ready construction, refrigeration, and active humidity control\u003c\/strong\u003e. The Caron 7401-33-1 provides 33 cu. ft. of chamber space with three reinforced 150 lb. shelves, internal electrical outlets, active refrigeration, IR CO₂ sensing, and controlled relative humidity. It is designed to create a controlled environment around large-scale cultures and compatible powered equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes this Caron 7401-33-1 actively control humidity?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. \u003cstrong\u003eThis particular 7401-33-1 is equipped with Caron's controlled humidity system.\u003c\/strong\u003e Relative humidity can be regulated from ambient conditions to approximately 95% RH, with approximately ±3% RH control under specified operating conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat is the advantage of controlled humidity in a CO₂ incubator?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConventional CO₂ incubators commonly use passive water pans to produce a generally high-humidity environment. Active humidity control allows the laboratory to \u003cstrong\u003eselect and regulate a defined RH setpoint\u003c\/strong\u003e, providing better control over evaporation and allowing humidity to become a reproducible experimental or process parameter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan orbital shakers operate inside the Caron 7401-33-1?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The 7401 Series is specifically designed for \u003cstrong\u003eshaker-ready applications\u003c\/strong\u003e. The 7401-33-1 includes three reinforced shelves capable of supporting up to approximately 150 lb. each and three internal GFCI-protected electrical outlets for compatible powered equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhy does a shaker-ready CO₂ incubator need refrigeration?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOperating shakers generate heat from their motors and electronics. That heat is released directly into the incubation chamber and can cause chamber temperature to rise above the selected setpoint. The Caron 7401-33-1 uses \u003cstrong\u003eactive refrigeration to remove excess heat and maintain controlled temperature while equipment operates inside the chamber\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat type of CO₂ sensor does the Caron 7401-33-1 use?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 7401-33-1 uses an \u003cstrong\u003einfrared CO₂ sensor\u003c\/strong\u003e and provides a 0–20% CO₂ control range. Infrared sensing is well suited for high-humidity cell culture environments because CO₂ measurement is not dependent on the thermal conductivity of the chamber atmosphere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs the Caron 7401-33-1 suitable for production-scale cell culture?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The platform is designed for demanding applications including \u003cstrong\u003eproduction-scale cell culture, suspension culture, vaccine and antibody production, bioprocess development, and other high-volume culture workflows\u003c\/strong\u003e. Its 934 L chamber, shaker-ready shelves, internal power, refrigeration, controlled humidity, and IR CO₂ sensing make it particularly useful for scale-up applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes this Caron 7401-33-1 have hydrogen peroxide sterilization?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Caron 7401 platform was available with an optional \u003cstrong\u003edry H₂O₂ sterilization system\u003c\/strong\u003e, but this feature is separate from controlled humidity. H₂O₂ sterilization should only be specified if the appropriate hardware is confirmed on the individual incubator.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs this Caron 7401-33-1 refurbished?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Caron 7401-33-1 is available \u003cstrong\u003eused and refurbished from American Instrument Exchange\u003c\/strong\u003e. The chamber is inspected, cleaned, and tested prior to shipment. Temperature, CO₂, and \u003cstrong\u003erelative humidity performance are tested\u003c\/strong\u003e, along with refrigeration, heating, the IR CO₂ sensor, humidity system, touchscreen controls, internal electrical outlets, alarms, and other installed functions as applicable. Components are replaced as necessary, and refurbished equipment includes a \u003cstrong\u003e90-day warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Caron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43589388795952,"sku":"3137Y INC","price":9500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0252\/1228\/9072\/files\/DSC_0758b.jpg?v=1788893103","url":"https:\/\/www.americaninstrument.com\/products\/caron-7401-33-1-shaker-ready-co-incubator","provider":"American Instrument Exchange","version":"1.0","type":"link"}