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CO2 Incubator Buying Guide
Everything You Need to Know Before Purchasing a CO₂ Incubator
CO₂ incubators are essential tools in life science, clinical, and pharmaceutical labs worldwide—from Boston and San Diego to Toronto and Berlin. NuAire’s comprehensive CO₂ Incubator Buying Guide helps you make informed, confident decisions for your specific application.
Direct Heat vs. Water-Jacketed: Which is Right for You?
Learn the pros and cons of both heating systems. Read the detailed comparison white paper to find what fits your temperature stability and power outage tolerance needs.
Humidity Matters
Choosing between active vs. passive humidity control can prevent cell desiccation. NuAire incubators optimize chamber humidity without excessive airflow that risks evaporation.
Sensor Selection: IR vs. TC
IR sensors offer stability during door openings, while TC sensors are more traditional. Explore the differences in CO₂ sensor technology to ensure media pH consistency in your application.
Contamination Prevention
NuAire’s closed-loop HEPA filtration and contamination control strategies ensure a clean chamber environment—key for sensitive cell culture work.
Temperature Uniformity and Chamber Design
Understand the importance of even heat distribution by viewing the temperature uniformity demonstration. Rounded corners, copper interiors, and removable gaskets also contribute to cleanability and safety.
Smart Control Systems
NuTouch™ ECS supports intuitive setpoint adjustments and monitoring. Watch how the CO₂ incubator control system adapts to your workflow.
Watch the Overview
Still deciding? View our overview video to get the big picture before you buy.
For researchers, lab managers, and procurement teams—this guide is your starting point to choosing the right CO₂ incubator the first time.