Memmert, ICH260, Laboratory and Industrial Climate and Stability Chamber, 256L

The Memmert ICH260 Climate and Stability Chamber (256 L) delivers precise temperature and humidity control for reliable stability testing, environmental simulation, and material conditioning. Engineered for long-term performance and energy efficiency, it complies fully with ICH Q1A pharmaceutical testing guidelines.

Equipped with a TwinDISPLAY touchscreen interface, the ICH260 offers intuitive operation, accurate parameter control, and complete data documentation. Its compressor-based cooling system ensures uniform and stable conditions across all temperature and humidity ranges, making it ideal for pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and food industry testing.

Key Attributes & Applications:

• Chamber volume: 256 L, ideal for small to medium-scale testing

• Temperature range: –10 °C to +60 °C, humidity range: 10 % to 80 % RH

• Highly uniform and stable environmental conditions

• TwinDISPLAY touchscreen control for precise operation

• Suitable for pharmaceutical stability studies, climate simulations, and long-term storage

• Fully compliant with ICH Q1A testing standards

Model: ICH260
Manufacturer: Memmert
Chamber Volume: 256 L

Temperature Control

• Temperature range: –10 °C to +60 °C

• Temperature uniformity: ±0.1 °C

• Temperature resolution: 0.1 °C

• Sensors: 2 × Pt100 DIN Class A (4-wire system)

• Cooling technology: Compressor-based system for precise control

• Heating: Air-jacketed heating for even temperature distribution

• Ambient operating temperature: +15 °C to +28 °C

Humidity Control

• Humidity range: 10 % – 80 % RH

• Humidification: Steam generation system

• Dehumidification: Cooling-based condensation

• Humidity accuracy: ±0.5 % RH

• Water supply: External water tank or direct connection

Control System

• Controller: TwinDISPLAY ControlCOCKPIT with two TFT colour displays

• Adjustable parameters: Temperature, humidity, time, and programme cycles

• Timer: 1 minute to 99 days

• SetpointWAIT ensures stable conditions before timing begins

• Calibration: Three adjustable points for temperature and humidity

• Software: AtmoCONTROL for programming, monitoring, and data storage

Data & Communication

• Interfaces: USB and Ethernet (LAN)

• Data backup during power interruption

• Compatible with quality management systems

Safety Features

• Over-/under-temperature protection (TWW/TWB system)

• AutoSAFETY function for dynamic limit monitoring

• Visual and acoustic alarms

• Integrated self-diagnostic system

Construction

• Interior: Stainless steel (1.4301 / ASTM 304)

• Exterior: Textured stainless-steel housing

• Door: Insulated stainless-steel door with glass inner panel

• Chamber volume: 256 L

• Interior dimensions (W × H × D): 640 × 800 × 500 mm

• Exterior dimensions (W × H × D): 824 × 1552 × 685 mm

• Maximum load per shelf: 20 kg

• Maximum number of shelves: 9

Electrical Data

• Voltage: 230 V / 50–60 Hz

• Power consumption: Approx. 1350 W

Standard Equipment

• Two stainless-steel shelves (electropolished)

• Water tank with connection hose

• Entry port (Ø 23 mm) with silicone plug

• Calibration certificate: standard values +10 °C and +37 °C, 60 % rh at +30 °C

Applications

• ICH-compliant stability testing

• Environmental simulation for materials and components

• Long-term storage of pharmaceuticals, food, and cosmetics

• Research and development requiring precise climatic control