Memmert, WTB15, Waterbath, 17.1L

The Memmert WTB15 Water Bath offers precise and reliable temperature control for laboratory and industrial applications. With a temperature range up to +100 °C, intuitive touchscreen operation, and advanced safety systems, this 17.1 L water bath delivers consistent performance for sample incubation, calibration, and material testing. Built from high-grade stainless steel, the WTB15 combines German engineering quality with easy maintenance and modern digital control.

General Information

• Model: WTB15

• Manufacturer: Memmert

• Internal Volume: 17.1 litres

• Applications: Sample incubation, calibration, emulsions, nutrient solutions, and general laboratory warming tasks

Why Choose the Memmert WTB15

• Compact, space-saving 17.1 L capacity ideal for smaller workloads

• Accurate, uniform temperature control from +10 °C to +100 °C

• Reliable German engineering and build quality

• User-friendly touchscreen interface

• Advanced safety protection and easy maintenance

• Ideal for laboratories, research facilities, and quality assurance environments

Temperature Control

• Working Temperature Range: +5 °C above ambient to +100 °C (with cover, depending on ambient conditions)

• Setting Range: +10 °C to +100 °C

• Temperature Accuracy: ±0.1 °C

• Resolution: 0.1 °C

• Controller: Microprocessor PID with integrated self-diagnostic system

• Sensor: External digital temperature sensor for precise measurement

• Display: 3.5″ colour touchscreen showing actual/set values and programme time

• Calibration: Two-point calibration function for optimal precision

Safety Features

• Over-Temperature Protection: Two-stage system for maximum safety

• Water Level Monitoring: Pressure sensor for low-level detection

• Thermal Fuse: Prevents overheating

• Independent Safety Limiter: Shuts off heating in the event of controller fault

• Alarms: Visual and acoustic alerts for over-temperature and system errors

Heating & Construction

• Heating System: Large-area, corrosion-resistant external heater ensures even temperature distribution

• Interior Material: Deep-drawn stainless steel (W.St. 1-4301), seamless and hygienic

• Drain System: Integrated central drain for fast emptying and cleaning

• Exterior: Textured stainless steel housing for durability and easy maintenance

Display & Operation

• User Interface: Intuitive 3.5″ touchscreen display

• Timer Range: 1 minute to 99 hours 59 minutes

• Alerts: Visual and acoustic timer notifications

• Menu Navigation: Clear, icon-based graphical layout for effortless operation

Dimensions & Capacity

• Internal Dimensions (W × D × H): 482 × 277 × 150 mm

• External Dimensions (W × D × H): 749 × 349 × 375 mm

• Minimum Liquid Level: 20 mm

• Maximum Liquid Level: 114 mm

• Chamber Volume: 17.1 litres

Electrical Data

• Voltage Options: 230 V (50/60 Hz) or 115 V (50/60 Hz)

• Power Consumption: Approx. 1,420 W

• Overvoltage Category: II

• Pollution Degree: 2

• Protection Class: IP32

Ambient Conditions & Installation

• Operating Temperature Range: +5 °C to +40 °C

• Relative Humidity: Max. 80 % (non-condensing)

• Clearance Requirements:

  • 100 mm on each side

  • 150 mm at the rear

  • 750 mm above unit

• Ventilation: Ensure unobstructed airflow for safe operation

Shipping & Weight

• Packed Dimensions (W × D × H): 849 × 449 × 475 mm

• Net Weight: Approx. 19 kg

• Gross Weight: Approx. 21 kg

Included Equipment

• Stainless steel gable cover

• Integrated drain system

• Digital timer