VWR Incubator Shelf Perforated Stainless Steel 18.75 in. L x 19.75 in. W

VWR F-5810-3497 Perforated Stainless Steel Incubator Shelf

The VWR F-5810-3497 is a high-quality, perforated stainless steel shelf designed to optimize the interior storage and airflow of VWR laboratory incubators. Precision-manufactured to handle the rigorous demands of cell culture and microbiology labs, this shelf provides a stable, level surface for various vessel types, from T-flasks to large roller bottles. Its specialized perforation pattern is engineered to facilitate natural or forced convection, ensuring that your samples remain at a consistent temperature regardless of their position in the chamber.

Technical Performance and Design

• Optimized Convection Flow: The uniform perforation pattern allows for consistent air circulation, which is vital for maintaining the internal atmospheric stability of CO2 and temperature levels.

• Heavy-Duty Stainless Steel: Constructed from premium-grade stainless steel that offers excellent resistance to corrosion, oxidation, and common laboratory disinfectants.

• High-Precision Geometry: Measuring 18.75 inches long by 19.75 inches wide, this shelf is built to tight tolerances to ensure a secure fit within the incubator’s side-wall pilasters.

• Sterilization Ready: The non-reactive metal surface is fully compatible with autoclave sterilization and dry-heat cycles, helping to maintain a sterile environment and reduce bioburden.

Product Specifications

• Catalog Number: F-5810-3497

• Material: Stainless Steel

• Surface Type: Perforated

• Length: 18.75 inches (476 mm)

• Width: 19.75 inches (502 mm)

• Finish: Industrial Brushed Stainless

System Compatibility

• VWR Signature Series: Fits the 190L (6.7 cu. ft.) Water-Jacketed and Forced-Air models.

• Specific VWR Models: Directly compatible with 1510E, 1535, 1545, 1555, 1565, and 1585 incubator units.

• SHEL LAB Cross-Reference: Fits Sheldon Manufacturing models 1510E, SCO5A, SCO5W, and SMO5 series.

• Chamber Geometry: Standard fit for 20 x 20 inch nominal chamber footprints (actual shelf width 19.75").

Operational Advantages

• Maximized Chamber Utility: Allows for the vertical stacking of multiple sample tiers, significantly increasing the throughput of your incubation space.

• Enhanced Sample Stability: The rigid construction prevents bowing or sagging under heavy loads, ensuring that liquid media remains level and undisturbed.

• Rapid Heat Transfer: The high thermal conductivity of the stainless steel ensures the shelf reaches the set-point temperature quickly after the incubator door is closed.

• Minimal Maintenance: Resists the pitting and staining often associated with high-humidity environments, extending the life of your incubator's interior hardware.