Whitley Variable Atmosphere Workstations are used primarily in the study and isolation of microaerophilic organisms such as Campylobacter spp and Helicobacter pylori.

Up to 4 gases - nitrogen, carbon dioxide, air and a 10% hydrogen/nitrogen mix - can be combined within safe and varying ratios to provide a specific atmosphere.  A microprocessor controls and maintains the selected mixture.

Features

• Two chamber sizes are available (the 500 or the 1000). The image above shows the VA500
• The modular design means that workstations can be purchased with or without bolt-on airlock
• Multi-functional porthole system used for both operator entry and sample transfer
• Automated humidity control system requiring no user maintenance
• Low running costs
• Ergonomic design ensures user comfort
• Ideal for bare hands working
• Dual intensity lighting
• Acrylic construction offers good visibility and insulation with no risk of corrosion
• Most servicing can be done without compomising internal conditions, avoiding disruption in busy laboratories

Variable atmosphere workstations can be bought in any variation,
ie as a VA500 or a VA1000, with or without an airlock.

Capacities and dimensions

Please note: If you are handling smaller volumes of plates but require a quicker, more effective method of cultivating your microaerobes, please see our section on the Whitley Jar Gassing System and find out how to achieve microaerobic conditions in just under 15 seconds.

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