{"product_id":"thermo-scientific-digital-dry-bath-4-block-heater","title":"Thermo Scientific Digital Dry Bath 4-Block Heater","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThermo Scientific Digital Dry Bath 4-Block Heater (Catalog No. 88870003)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Thermo Scientific Digital Dry Bath 4-Block Heater (Catalog No. 88870003) is a high-capacity modular dry bath designed to provide precise, uniform heating for sample preparation, enzyme reactions, DNA amplification, serum coagulation, and a wide variety of laboratory workflows. Featuring four interchangeable aluminum heating block positions, digital microprocessor controls, PID temperature regulation, and temperatures up to 130°C, the 88870003 offers exceptional flexibility for laboratories processing multiple sample formats simultaneously. This refurbished Thermo Scientific Digital Dry Bath from American Instrument Exchange provides a cost-effective alternative to new equipment while delivering reliable temperature control for biotechnology, pharmaceutical, clinical, academic, and industrial laboratories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThermo Scientific Digital Dry Bath 4-Block Heater Key Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThermo Scientific Digital Dry Bath\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCatalog Number 88870003\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFour interchangeable heating block positions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eModular aluminum heating blocks (blocks sold separately)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDigital microprocessor temperature controller\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePID temperature regulation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTemperature range from ambient +5°C to 130°C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTemperature accuracy of ±0.5°C at 37°C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTemperature uniformity of ±1.0°C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDigital timer with continuous operation mode\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTemperature calibration function\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt-in over-temperature protection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePowder-coated steel housing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncludes block lifter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRefurbished and tested by American Instrument Exchange\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e90-day warranty included from American Instrument Exchange\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThermo Scientific Digital Dry Bath 4-Block Heater Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Thermo Scientific 88870003 is engineered to provide accurate dry heating while accommodating a wide variety of sample vessels through its interchangeable modular block system. Laboratories can configure the instrument with aluminum blocks designed for microcentrifuge tubes, conical tubes, PCR tubes, vials, test tubes, and other laboratory containers, allowing a single instrument to support numerous workflows. The advanced PID controller continuously monitors block temperature through an internal sensing probe to maintain exceptional temperature stability and reproducibility, while digital calibration enables users to fine-tune temperature accuracy for demanding laboratory protocols. The four-block configuration offers increased throughput compared to smaller dry bath systems, making it an excellent choice for busy research and production laboratories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon Applications for the Thermo Scientific Digital Dry Bath 4-Block Heater\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Thermo Scientific Digital Dry Bath is commonly used for DNA amplification, PCR sample preparation, enzyme preservation, enzyme-substrate reactions, serum coagulation studies, molecular biology workflows, nucleic acid preparation, sample incubation, reagent warming, microbiology procedures, pharmaceutical testing, and general laboratory sample heating. The modular heating blocks allow laboratories to quickly adapt the instrument for changing sample formats without purchasing multiple dedicated heaters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIdeal Lab Types for the Thermo Scientific Digital Dry Bath 4-Block Heater\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis dry block heater is well suited for molecular biology laboratories, biotechnology companies, pharmaceutical manufacturers, clinical laboratories, hospital laboratories, university research facilities, environmental testing laboratories, forensic laboratories, and industrial quality control departments. Laboratories utilizing biosafety cabinets, centrifuges, PCR thermal cyclers, laboratory freezers, and analytical balances frequently incorporate dry bath heaters into routine sample preparation workflows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThermo Scientific Digital Dry Bath 4-Block Heater Key Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\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\u003eThermo Scientific\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCatalog Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e88870003\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEquipment Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDigital Dry Block Heater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlock Capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 Interchangeable Blocks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeating Blocks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSold Separately\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTemperature Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAmbient +5°C to 130°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTemperature Accuracy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e±0.5°C at 37°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTemperature Uniformity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e±1.0°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTemperature Stability\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e±0.5°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeating Time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e≤25 minutes (30°C to 130°C)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTemperature Control\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDigital PID Microprocessor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTimer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 to 99 hours 59 minutes or Continuous\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncluded Accessories\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlock Lifter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExterior Dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e17.7\" L × 7.9\" W × 3.9\" H\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10.36 lbs (4.7 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eElectrical Requirements\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100-120V, 50\/60 Hz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpecifications compiled from Thermo Scientific manufacturer literature, distributor technical references, and American Instrument Exchange product information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRefurbishment and Testing Process\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt American Instrument Exchange, each refurbished dry block heater is inspected and evaluated by our technicians prior to shipment. Testing procedures may include temperature verification throughout the operating range, controller functionality testing, timer verification, calibration assessment, display operation, over-temperature safety testing, electrical safety inspection, and general operational evaluation. Components showing excessive wear are serviced or replaced as needed to help ensure dependable laboratory performance. Final cleaning and inspection are completed before packaging and shipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping and Installation Considerations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Thermo Scientific 88870003 should be installed on a stable, level laboratory bench with adequate ventilation around the unit. Buyers should verify electrical compatibility before installation and select interchangeable aluminum heating blocks appropriate for their sample vessels. Because heating blocks are removable, they should be installed securely before operation to ensure proper heat transfer and temperature accuracy. The instrument is carefully packaged to protect the controller, heating assembly, and electronics during shipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRelated Laboratory Equipment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLaboratories purchasing dry block heaters often also require biosafety cabinets, PCR thermal cyclers, centrifuges, water baths, incubators, laboratory refrigerators, and analytical balances. American Instrument Exchange offers a wide selection of refurbished laboratory equipment to support molecular biology, pharmaceutical research, clinical diagnostics, biotechnology, and analytical laboratory workflows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThermo Scientific Digital Dry Bath 4-Block Heater Frequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAre heating blocks included with the Thermo Scientific 88870003?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The 88870003 is designed to accept up to four interchangeable aluminum heating blocks, which are selected separately based on the sample tubes or vessels being used.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat types of laboratory tubes can this dry bath accommodate?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the appropriate interchangeable blocks, the 88870003 can be configured for PCR tubes, microcentrifuge tubes, conical centrifuge tubes, culture tubes, vials, and many other common laboratory vessels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow accurate is the temperature control?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe digital PID controller provides temperature accuracy of ±0.5°C at 37°C with excellent uniformity across the heating blocks, making the instrument suitable for demanding molecular biology and analytical applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan the temperature be calibrated?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The Thermo Scientific Digital Dry Bath includes a temperature calibration function that allows users to offset the displayed temperature for improved accuracy based on laboratory verification procedures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat warranty is included?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis refurbished Thermo Scientific Digital Dry Bath 4-Block Heater (Catalog No. 88870003) includes a 90-day warranty from American Instrument Exchange.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Thermo Scientific","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43356402319408,"sku":"2831K HEATER","price":300.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.americaninstrument.com\/products\/thermo-scientific-digital-dry-bath-4-block-heater","provider":"American Instrument Exchange","version":"1.0","type":"link"}