FARRAR CYCLONE Forced-Air Ultra-Low Temperature Freezer
The FARRAR CYCLONE is the world’s first forced-air convection ultra-low temperature freezer designed specifically for pharmaceutical manufacturing, bioprocessing and life science applications.
Unlike conventional ULT freezers, the CYCLONE combines rapid temperature recovery, exceptional temperature uniformity and outstanding energy efficiency, making it ideal for facilities where stored materials are accessed frequently throughout the day.
- World’s first forced-air convection ULT freezer
- Rapid temperature recovery after door opening
- Designed for pharmaceutical and cGMP environments
Rapid Temperature Recovery
Forced-air convection restores stable temperatures quickly after door openings, helping protect valuable materials.
Built for Frequent Access
Designed for applications where samples are accessed multiple times each day without compromising storage conditions.
Sustainable Performance
Low-GWP refrigerants and energy-efficient operation reduce running costs while supporting sustainability goals.
Pharmaceutical Ready
Purpose-built for pharmaceutical manufacturing, bioprocessing and cGMP storage environments.
The FARRAR CYCLONE is designed for pharmaceutical and life science organisations requiring reliable ultra-low temperature storage with frequent product access.
Typical applications include:
- Bioprocessing
- Cell and gene therapy
- Biopharmaceutical manufacturing
- cGMP freezer storage
- Process development
- Clinical manufacturing
- Biological sample storage
- Cell banking
- Vaccine production
- Pharmaceutical research
- Forced-air convection cooling technology
- Adjustable operating temperatures from -20°C to -80°C
- Rapid pull-down and recovery performance
- Exceptional chamber temperature uniformity
- Optimised storage capacity
- Automatic evaporator defrost
- BAS and BMS integration
- Low-GWP refrigeration system
- Energy-efficient operation
- Designed for continuous pharmaceutical use
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Applications | Freezing and storage; frequent-access storage; bulk drug storage; cGMP cold-storage operations; biobanking |
| Temperature range | -20°C to -80°C |
| Ambient operating temperature | +10°C to +32°C |
| Chamber volume | 934 L (33 cu. ft.) |
| Storage capacity | Up to 630 two-inch boxes |
| Temperature recovery | Fast recovery following door opening |
| Refrigerant performance | Low-GWP and energy-efficient operation |
| System integration | Compatible with BAS and BMS integrations |
| Interior dimensions | 749.3 × 965.2 × 1,295.4 mm (29.5 × 38 × 51 in) |
| Exterior dimensions | 1,187.5 × 1,168.4 × 1,968.5 mm (46.75 × 46 × 77.5 in) |
| Unit weight | Approximately 430.91 kg (950 lb) |
| Shipping weight | Approximately 566.99 kg (1,250 lb) |
Why Choose the FARRAR CYCLONE?
The FARRAR CYCLONE has been developed specifically for pharmaceutical and life science organisations where conventional ultra-low temperature freezers struggle to maintain stable conditions during frequent access. Its unique forced-air convection technology delivers rapid temperature recovery and exceptional chamber uniformity, helping protect high-value biological materials while supporting demanding production workflows.
Purpose-built for cGMP environments, the CYCLONE combines sustainable refrigeration, energy-efficient operation and reliable performance in a single storage platform. Whether supporting cell and gene therapy, bioprocessing or pharmaceutical manufacturing, it provides dependable ultra-low temperature storage without compromising accessibility or operational efficiency.
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Service & Maintenance
Preventative maintenance, equipment health checks and repair support for Haier Biomedical, FARRAR and Kambic equipment supplied by Withnell Sensors.
- Inspecting doors, handles, gaskets and seals
- Checking backup batteries and electrical components
- Inspecting pipework and testing for refrigerant leaks
- Removing ice and cleaning key components
- Completing operational and safety checks
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