Binder KBF 260 constant climate chamber
€17.885,00 excl. VAT
Benefits:
- A reliable option for critical ICH stability testing thanks to maximum climate homogeneity, even when the unit is fully loaded
- Reliable: failsafe operation over the long term thanks to proven compressor technology and interior made of stainless steel
- Smart: signal triangle with light-up status display and ergonomic control terminal with touchscreen program controller
- Economical: up to 40% lower energy consumption than the previous model thanks to modern inverter cooling technology
Important features:
- Temperature range: 0°C to +70°C
- Humidity range: 10% to 80% RH
- Proven APT.line™ preheating chamber technology
- Up to 40% lower energy consumption compared to the previous model
- Energy-efficient cooling with modern inverter cooling unit
- Cooling with climate-neutral R-600a refrigerant
- Door heating to prevent condensation
- Adjustable fan speed
- Humidity regulation with capacitive humidity sensor and responsive steam humidification
- Robust housing design with HIT sandwich technology
- Stainless-steel inner chamber
- Inner doors made of metal oxide-coated safety glass
- Two racks made of stainless steel
- Large access port with silicone plug
- Floor-standing units (from model 260) featuring robust twin casters, with brakes at the front
- Intuitive touchscreen controller with time-segment and real-time programming
- Ergonomically adjustable control terminal (from model 470)
- Signal triangle with light-up status display (from model 470)
- Internal data logger, measured values can be read out in open format via USB
- Class 3.3 independent temperature safety device (DIN 12880) with visual and acoustic alarms
- Unit self-test for comprehensive status analysis
- Data interfaces: Ethernet, USB
- BINDER Multi Management Software APT-COM™ basic edition
- Optional light modules for ICH photostability testing (for models 260, 470, 720)
- Optional LED light modules for plant growth (for models from 260)
Description

Binder KBF 260 Constant Climate Chamber – 262 L of Reliable Climate Control
The Binder KBF 260 constant climate chamber delivers precision and reliability for ICH-compliant stability testing in pharmaceutical, biotech, and research laboratories. With a 262-liter stainless steel chamber, it provides exact temperature control from 0 °C to +70 °C and humidity regulation from 10% to 80% RH.
This model features Binder’s APT.line™ preheating chamber technology, ensuring uniform temperature and humidity throughout the chamber—even under full load. Its inverter compressor system, combined with environmentally friendly R-600a refrigerant, results in up to 40% energy savings compared to earlier models.
Engineered for demanding lab environments, the KBF 260 includes an intuitive touchscreen controller with time-segment programming, door heating to prevent condensation, and an integrated data logger with USB and Ethernet connections for GLP-compliant monitoring. Safety is reinforced by a Class 3.3 independent temperature safety device and visual and audible alarms.
Key Features:
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Temperature range: 0 °C to +70 °C
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Humidity range: 10% to 80% RH
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Chamber volume: 262 liters
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APT.line™ preheating technology for climate uniformity
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Inverter compressor with R-600a refrigerant
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Up to 40% energy savings
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Touchscreen controller with real-time monitoring
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Integrated USB/Ethernet data logging
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Class 3.3 safety device with alarms
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Door heating and adjustable fan speed
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Optional light modules for photostability or plant growth studies
The Binder KBF 260 climate chamber offers consistent performance, low operating costs, and full compliance with regulatory standards—ideal for any laboratory requiring stable, long-term testing conditions.
Specifications
Warranty: 2 years
Lead time: 1-2 weeks
Designation | KBF260-230V |
Article Number | 9020-0479 |
Performance Data Temperature | |
Temperature range | 0…70 °C |
Max. heat compensation at 40°C | 410 W |
Performance Data Climate | |
Temperature range with humidity | 10…70 °C |
Humidity range | 10…80 % RH |
Temperature uniformity at 25°C and 60% RH | 0.3 ± K |
Temperature uniformity at 40°C and 75% RH | 0.2 ± K |
Temperature fluctuation at 25°C and 60% RH | 0.1 ± K |
Temperature fluctuation at 40°C and 75% RH | 0.1 ± K |
Recovery time after door was opened for 30 s at 25°C and 60% RH | 1 min |
Recovery time after door was opened for 30 s at 40°C and 75% RH | 3 min |
Measures | |
Interior volume | 262 L |
Net weight of the unit (empty) | 188 kg |
Load per rack | 30 kg |
Permitted load | 90 kg |
Doors | |
Unit doors | 1 |
Inner doors | 1 |
Internal Dimensions | |
Interior width | 656 mm |
Interior height | 695 mm |
Interior depth | 575 mm |
Wall clearance | |
Wall clearance back | 100 mm |
Wall clearance sidewise | 180 mm |
Housing dimensions not incl. fittings and connections | |
Width net | 930 mm |
Height net | 1,396 mm |
Depth net | 900 mm |
Electrical data | |
Housing protection acc. to EN 60529 | IP 20 |
Rated Voltage | 220…240 V |
Power frequency | 50/60 Hz |
Nominal power | 1,4 kW |
Nominal current | 5,8 A |
Unit fuse | 16,0 A |
Phase (Nominal voltage) | 1~ |
Environment-specific data | |
Schalldruckpegel bei 25°C und 60 % r.F. | 50 dB(A) |
Energy consumption at 25°C and 60% RH | 215 Wh/h |
Energy consumption at 40°C and 75% RH | 230 Wh/h |
Fixtures | |
Number of shelves (std./max.) | 2/9 |
Full list: see datasheet