Laboratory incubators
Labman Instruments is official distributor for Binder laboratory incubators and climatic chambers for Belgium, Netherlands and Luxembourg.
Laboratory Incubators by Binder – Precision Incubation for Every Application
Whether you’re cultivating microorganisms, performing stability testing, or conducting temperature-sensitive research, Binder laboratory incubators offer unmatched precision, reliability, and energy efficiency. As a trusted name in laboratory equipment, Binder provides a comprehensive range of incubators to suit every need—from gentle natural convection to advanced compressor cooling.
Explore our selection, including:
Natural Convection Incubators (BD Series) – Ideal for sensitive samples and minimal airflow.
Forced Convection Incubators (BF Series) – Optimized for fast heat-up times and even temperature distribution.
Peltier Cooled Incubators (KT and KB ECO Series) – Silent, energy-efficient, and perfect for environmentally friendly cooling.
Compressor Cooled Incubators (KB Series) – High-performance cooling with powerful inverter technology for maximum stability and low energy consumption.
Each Binder incubator is designed with German engineering excellence and integrates cutting-edge features like APT.line™ technology, precise temperature control, and reliable safety systems. Whether you need a compact benchtop unit or a large-capacity cooling incubator, Binder offers the perfect solution for your laboratory.
Binder’s range of CO₂ incubators—from the efficient CB-S series to the high-performance CBF series with humidity control—is engineered to meet the highest standards of quality, sterility, and consistency. Each unit features advanced technologies such as 180°C hot air sterilization, infrared CO₂ sensors, fanless design, and seamless stainless steel interiors to ensure optimal conditions for sensitive cell lines, tissue cultures, and pharmacological testing.
Whether you’re cultivating cells in multiwell plates or conducting hypoxic experiments, Binder CO₂ incubators deliver stable, reproducible results with minimal maintenance and maximum uptime. Explore our full range and find the ideal solution for your laboratory’s needs.
BD Series – Natural Convection Laboratory Incubators
The Binder BD series laboratory incubators with natural convection are designed for gentle, undisturbed incubation of sensitive samples such as microorganisms, culture plates, and biological specimens. These incubators maintain a stable temperature environment without forced airflow, making them ideal for applications where even minimal air movement could compromise sample integrity. With temperature ranges from +5 °C above ambient up to 100 °C and Binder’s advanced APT.line™ technology, the BD series ensures uniform heating and reliable long-term performance. Choose a Binder incubator from the BD series when quiet operation, minimal sample disruption, and consistent results are top priorities.
BF Series – Forced Convection Laboratory Incubators
The Binder BF series incubators use forced convection to achieve faster heat-up times, superior temperature uniformity, and quick recovery—even when fully loaded. Ideal for high-throughput laboratories and demanding microbiological tasks, BF models are equipped with adjustable fan speed, a safety glass inner door, and intuitive digital control systems. The forced airflow ensures homogeneous conditions throughout the chamber, making these laboratory incubators especially effective for reproducible experiments and batch processing. If you require reliable temperature stability and efficiency for more active or large-volume incubation, the BF series is your go-to Binder solution.
KT & KB ECO Series – Peltier Cooled Incubators
The Binder KT and KB ECO series feature advanced Peltier technology, making them the ideal choice for laboratories seeking energy-efficient and eco-friendly cooling incubators. These Peltier cooled incubators operate quietly and without traditional compressors, significantly reducing vibrations and energy use. With temperature ranges from +4 °C to +100 °C, they’re perfect for microbiology, food safety, and stability testing. Binder’s precise control systems and APT.line™ preheating chamber ensure uniform temperature distribution, while their compact, stackable design makes them a great fit for space-conscious labs. Choose a Peltier incubator from the KT or KB ECO series for sustainable and silent performance.
KB Series – Compressor Cooled Laboratory Incubators
The Binder KB series offers powerful compressor cooling with the latest inverter technology, making them the ideal cooling incubators for temperature-sensitive applications that require high performance and consistency. Operating between 0 °C and +70 °C, these Binder cooling incubators use climate-neutral R-600a refrigerant and achieve up to 40% energy savings compared to conventional models. Their robust design, heated glass doors, and metal-lined chambers ensure optimal insulation and reduced condensation. Choose a KB series incubator when you need fast temperature recovery, large volume capacity, and exceptional stability, even under heavy workloads.
Frequently asked questions
What is a laboratory incubator and what is it used for?
A laboratory incubator is a device used to maintain controlled environmental conditions. In most cases, an incubator refers to a temperature controlled device used for applications like microbiology or sample conditioning. Sometimes an incubator is also used to refer to a CO2 incubator, which also controls humidity and CO₂ levels for applications like cell growth.
What is the difference between natural and forced convection in incubators?
Natural convection incubators, like the Binder BD series, rely on gentle air circulation caused by temperature gradients. This is ideal for sensitive samples that could be disturbed by airflow or culture media sensitive to drying out. Forced convection incubators, such as the BF series, use a fan to distribute heat evenly and are better suited for uniform heating, faster recovery times, and full-load applications.
What is a cooling incubator?
A cooling incubator is a type of laboratory incubator that can maintain temperatures below ambient. It’s commonly used for temperature-sensitive research, food microbiology, and pharmaceutical storage. Binder offers both Peltier-cooled and compressor-cooled incubators to meet different laboratory requirements.
What is a Peltier cooled incubator and how does it work?
A Peltier cooled incubator, like the Binder KT and KB ECO series, uses thermoelectric cooling (Peltier modules) instead of traditional compressors. This results in quiet operation, low vibration, and high energy efficiency, making it ideal for laboratories focused on sustainability and low-maintenance equipment.
When should I choose a Peltier incubator over a compressor-cooled incubator?
Choose a Peltier incubator if you need precise temperature control, low energy consumption, and quiet operation. These are excellent for smaller sample volumes or when eco-friendly operation is a priority. For larger capacities, faster cooling, or more demanding applications, a compressor-based cooling incubator like the KB series may be more suitable.
What is the advantage of using a Binder incubator?
Binder incubators stand out for their high build quality, energy efficiency, precise temperature stability, and user-friendly interfaces. Binder’s patented APT.line™ technology ensures uniform temperature distribution, while features like independent temperature safety systems and robust stainless-steel interiors make them reliable for long-term use.
How does inverter compressor technology improve cooling incubator performance?
Binder’s KB series cooling incubators use inverter compressors, which adjust their speed based on the cooling demand. This results in faster temperature stabilization, quieter operation, longer service life, and up to 40% energy savings compared to standard on/off compressor systems.
Are Binder incubators suitable for high-throughput labs?
Yes. With large models available in every series—including up to 1020 liters in the KB range—Binder incubators are ideal for high-throughput applications, offering uniform conditions, fast recovery times, and data logging capabilities to ensure compliance and reproducibility.
Which Binder incubator is right for my application?
For gentle incubation with minimal airflow: choose a BD series (natural convection) incubator.
For uniform heating with full loads: select a BF series (forced convection) model.
For energy-efficient cooling with quiet operation: go with a Peltier incubator (KT or KB ECO).
For large-volume, high-performance cooling: opt for a KB series compressor cooling incubator.