What is a CO2 Incubator?
A CO2 incubator is a laboratory chamber designed to reproduce physiological conditions (temperature, CO2 concentration, and humidity) required for reliable in vitro cell culture. Unlike a standard dry incubator, it actively regulates CO2 to stabilize the pH of bicarbonate-buffered culture media.
In short:
- Passive humidity control → water tray-based, sufficient for most standard applications
- Active humidity control → external water source, faster recovery after door openings, reduced contamination risk
- O2 control → required for hypoxic/anaerobic culture conditions, typically via nitrogen displacement
Not sure which configuration fits your application? Our team can guide you through the selection process.
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Memmert CO2 Incubators
Precision NDIR CO2 control and dual Pt100 sensors including the new ICO series.
ESCO CO2 Incubators
Reliable CO2 control solutions for demanding cell culture applications.
Binder CO2 Incubators
Precise CO2, temperature and optional O2 control, including cell therapy configurations.
Memmert ICO Series
Now Avalaible Through Analis
Digital dual-bench CO2 Incubators combining precise NDIR CO2 measurement wwith intuituve touch control. Contact us to be among the first labs in BE/NL/LU to access the ICO series.
Request InfoHelp me choose: Quick Decision Guide
| What is your applications and needs? | Recommended direction |
| Standard cell culture, routine research | Memmert ICO, ESCO CCL or Binder CB series |
| Built-in sterilization without removing probes | Memmert ICO, ESCO CCL or Binder CB/CBF series |
| Cell therapy / compartmentalized workflows | Options with compartmentalization available on each range |
| Hypoxic culture (O2 control) | Options with Memmert ICO (T6) or Binder CB/CBF |
| Active humidity / fast recovery after door opening | Options with Memmert ICO (K7) or Binder CB/CBF |
| Already have a CO2 incubator, need service | See "Already Own" section below |
Already Own a CO2 Incubator?
Still using an existing Memmert, ESCO or Binder CO2 incubator? Analis supports all generations and brands, not just new models.
- Spare parts/consumables for Memmert, ESCO and Binder
- Maintenance, calibration, validation by our own field engineers
- Upgrade path — talk to us about trade-in options
Why choose Analis?
Multi-Brand Selection Guide
Memmert, ESCO and Binder under one roof. Independent, application-based advice to match the right incubator to your specific cell culture needs.
100 Years of Trusted Experience
With 100 years of experience, 30,000+ users, and 90+ brands represented. A track record built on consistency, from routine culture to cell therapy applications.
Local Technical Support, Start to Finish
Our own field engineers handle installation, IQ/OQ validation, calibration and maintenance for your CO2 incubator in BE/NL/LU.
One Partner for Your Entire Lab
Beyond CO2 incubators, Analis supports your full laboratory environment (from equipment to furniture) so you deal with one trusted partner instead of managing multiple suppliers.
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Safety at all times: high-end functions for the protection of cell, bacteria and tissue cultures
For labs requiring redundant safety monitoring rather than single-point control, the Memmert ICO150 stands apart with its dual-sensor architecture: two independent Pt100 sensors (DIN Class A, 4-wire circuit) mutually monitor temperature — one automatically taking over in case of error — while dual-beam NDIR technology ensures precise, drift-resistant CO₂ regulation with auto-diagnostic fault detection. Combined with the AutoSAFETY thermal protection system, the ICO150 is built for continuous, unattended operation where sample security cannot be compromised.
Key technical highlights:
- Dual-beam NDIR CO₂ control: digital electronic regulation with auto-diagnostic system, acoustic fault indication, and barometric pressure compensation
- Twin Pt100 temperature sensors (DIN Class A, 4-wire): mutual monitoring, automatic error takeover, accuracy ±0.1 K at 37°C
- AutoSAFETY (ASF): independent over-/undertemperature protection following setpoint at preset tolerance; heating cuts off on overtemperature, cooling activates on undertemperature; visual and acoustic alarm
- Built-in sterilization program: 60 minutes at 180°C, without removing the sensors
- ControlCOCKPIT TwinDISPLAY: adaptive multifunctional digital PID-microprocessor controller with 2 high-definition TFT color displays, 9 language settings (DE, EN, ES, FR, PL, CZ, HU, IT, ZH)
- SetpointWAIT function: process/program time only starts once the set temperature is reached
- 6-side full-surface heating concept: multi-function heating on four sides plus additional door and back heating to prevent condensation
- Ethernet LAN / USB connectivity: AtmoCONTROL software for programming, management and data transfer; program retained in memory in case of power failure
- Integral auto-diagnostics: continuous fault diagnostics for both temperature and CO₂
The smallest ICO, without compromise on safety
Where bench space is limited but reliability cannot be, the Memmert ICO50 brings the full safety architecture of the ICO range — dual-sensor temperature monitoring, dual-beam NDIR CO₂ control, and AutoSAFETY protection — into a compact 56 L footprint. It is the entry model of a four-size range (56 to 241 L), designed for labs running smaller batches of cell, bacteria or tissue cultures without sacrificing the redundant monitoring found on larger ICO models.
Key technical highlights:
- Dual-beam NDIR CO₂ control: digital electronic regulation with auto-diagnostic system, acoustic fault indication, and barometric pressure compensation
- Twin Pt100 temperature sensors (DIN Class A, 4-wire): mutual monitoring, automatic error takeover, accuracy ±0.1 K at 37°C
- AutoSAFETY (ASF): independent over-/undertemperature protection following setpoint at preset tolerance; automatic heating/cooling cutoff; visual and acoustic alarm
- Built-in sterilization program: 60 minutes at 180°C, without removing the sensors
- ControlCOCKPIT TwinDISPLAY: adaptive multifunctional digital PID-microprocessor controller with 2 high-definition TFT color displays, 9 languages (DE, EN, ES, FR, PL, CZ, HU, IT, ZH)
- SetpointWAIT function: process/program time only starts once the set temperature is reached
- 6-side full-surface heating concept: prevents condensation even in the smallest chamber of the range
- Ethernet LAN / USB connectivity: AtmoCONTROL software for programming, management and data transfer; program retained in memory in case of power failure
- Mobile alarm notifications: visual and acoustic alarm plus remote alert if temperature, CO₂, O₂ or humidity ranges are exceeded
- 3 years worldwide guarantee
Safety at all times: high-end functions for the protection of cell, bacteria and tissue cultures
For labs running large batches or high sample throughput, the Memmert ICO240 is the flagship of the ICO range — the largest of four available volumes (56 to 241 L) — offering 12 shelf positions and 140 kg total load capacity while retaining the full redundant safety architecture of the ICO family: dual Pt100 sensors, dual-beam NDIR CO₂ control, and AutoSAFETY thermal protection. It is the natural choice for facilities scaling up cell, bacteria or tissue culture operations without compromising on monitoring reliability.
Key technical highlights:
- Dual-beam NDIR CO₂ control: digital electronic regulation with auto-diagnostic system, acoustic fault indication, and barometric pressure compensation
- Twin Pt100 temperature sensors (DIN Class A, 4-wire): mutual monitoring, automatic error takeover, accuracy ±0.1 K at 37°C
- AutoSAFETY (ASF): independent over-/undertemperature protection following setpoint at preset tolerance; automatic heating/cooling cutoff; visual and acoustic alarm
- Built-in sterilization program: 60 minutes at 180°C, without removing the sensors
- ControlCOCKPIT TwinDISPLAY: adaptive multifunctional digital PID-microprocessor controller with 2 high-definition TFT color displays, 9 languages (DE, EN, ES, FR, PL, CZ, HU, IT, ZH)
- SetpointWAIT function: process/program time only starts once the set temperature is reached
- 6-side full-surface heating concept: four-side heating plus additional door and back heating to avoid condensation, even in the largest chamber of the range
- Ethernet LAN / USB connectivity: AtmoCONTROL software for programming, management and data transfer; program retained in memory in case of power failure
- Mobile alarm notifications: visual and acoustic alarm plus remote alert if temperature, CO₂, O₂ or humidity ranges are exceeded
- High-capacity chamber: up to 12 internals, 140 kg total load, 15 kg per shelf
- 3 years worldwide guarantee
The Memmert ICO105 CO₂ Incubator is meticulously engineered to provide a stable and contamination-free environment, essential for the cultivation of cell cultures, bacterial cultures, and tissue cultures. With a chamber volume of 107 liters, this advanced CO₂ incubator features a standard sterilization program that also sterilizes the humidity and CO₂ sensors inside the chamber, ensuring uncompromised safety and sample integrity.
High-Precision CO₂ Incubator for Cell Culture Applications in Belgium, Netherlands, and Luxembourg
Specifically designed to meet the high demands of laboratories in the Benelux, the ICO105 offers industry-leading accuracy, intuitive operation, and certified sterilization—making it the ideal choice for research laboratories, clinical environments, and pharmaceutical development facilities across Belgium, the Netherlands, and Luxembourg.
Key Features:
- Precise Temperature Control: Operating within a range of 5 °C above ambient temperature up to +50 °C, the ICO105 ensures uniform temperature distribution with minimal fluctuation, safeguarding sensitive samples.
- Advanced CO₂ Regulation: Equipped with a digital electronic CO₂ control system utilizing a dual-beam NDIR sensor, it maintains CO₂ concentrations from 0 to 20% with high accuracy, ensuring optimal growth conditions.
- Active Humidity Control: With the optional active humidity control (option K7), the incubator offers a setting range of 40 to 97% relative humidity, minimizing evaporation and preventing contamination.
- Comprehensive Safety Features: The ICO105 includes an integrated over- and under-temperature protection system (AutoSAFETY), visual and acoustic alarms, and a battery-buffered ControlCOCKPIT to ensure continuous operation even during power failures.
- Efficient Sterilization: A standard sterilization program allows for sterilizing the interior, including all sensors, at 180 °C for 60 minutes without removal, ensuring a contamination-free environment.
- User-Friendly Interface: The TwinDISPLAY system provides intuitive control over all parameters, complemented by the AtmoCONTROL software for programming and data logging, facilitating compliance with FDA regulations.
Whether you're in academic research, hospital-based laboratories, or industrial quality control, the Memmert ICO105 delivers consistency, traceability, and trust. Contact our experts today for more information or to request a quote.
Exceptional purity for your cell cultures
The CelCulture® 170 L incubator combines precision, hygiene, and ease of use. Equipped with an infrared sensor for reliable CO2 control and an integrated ULPA filter, it guarantees air quality equivalent to ISO Class 5 inside the chamber — a guarantee of reproducibility for your experimental results.
Key technical highlights:
- Ultra-fast environment recovery to ISO Class 5: chamber conditions are restored within just 11 minutes after door closing¹
- Integrated antimicrobial protection: exterior electrogalvanized steel with Isocide™ coating, eliminating 99.9% of surface bacteria within 24 hours
- Enhanced gas safety: 0.2µm gas filters on all inlets, ensuring purity of gases injected into the chamber
- Maintenance-friendly design: rounded corner chamber, perforated stainless steel shelves, removable water pan for optimized humidity management
- Integrated access port as standard — no additional option required
Exceptional protection for your cell cultures
The BINDER CB 170 is a powerful and versatile CO₂ incubator suitable for cell-based assays in drug and medical research. It is even suitable for complex cultivation experiments or individual environments with hypoxic conditions thanks to its comprehensive assortment of options and accessories.
Key technical highlights:
- Proven anti-contamination concept: 180 °C hot air sterilization eliminates contaminants without consumables
- Heat sterilizable CO₂ sensor: single-beam infrared technology for reliable, drift-free measurement
- Fail-safe CO₂ system: continuous protection of cell culture pH
- Optimized humidification: double-pan water system with condensation protection
- Fanless interior: seamless stainless steel chamber with flanges as shelf support system, Venturi CO₂ gas mixing nozzle
- Intuitive touchscreen controller with fault diagnosis system (visual and acoustic alarm)
- Integrated data logging: internal recording, read out in open format via USB interface
- Interfaces: Ethernet, USB, zero-voltage alarm contact
Scale up your research without scaling down safety
When cell-based assays require larger batches or parallel workflows, the BINDER CB 260 delivers the same rigorous contamination control as the CB range, in a 267 L chamber built for higher-volume protocols. Its heat sterilizable CO₂ sensor and proven 180°C hot air sterilization concept ensure that increased capacity never comes at the cost of reproducibility.
Key technical highlights:
- 267 L high-capacity chamber: seamless, fanless stainless steel interior designed for multi-sample throughput
- 180°C hot air sterilization: eliminates contaminants without chemical consumables, validated anti-contamination concept
- Heat sterilizable CO₂ sensor: single-beam infrared technology, stable measurement with no drift over repeated cycles
- Double-pan humidification with condensation protection, maintaining 90–95% RH across the full chamber volume
- Fail-safe CO₂ regulation: protects culture pH stability even during high-frequency door openings
- Cell therapy compartmentalization option: divided inner door for segregated multi-user or multi-project handling
- Full traceability: internal data logging with USB export, Ethernet connectivity, zero-voltage alarm contact
Maximum reliability in a minimal footprint
When bench space is limited but reliability can't be compromised, the BINDER CB 56 delivers the same proven anti-contamination concept as the larger CB models, in a compact 53 L chamber suited to smaller labs, satellite workstations, or projects requiring multiple independently controlled units rather than one large chamber. Its heat sterilizable CO₂ sensor and 180°C hot air sterilization guarantee dependable, drift-free conditions for every cell culture — regardless of scale.
Key technical highlights:
- 53 L compact chamber: seamless, fanless stainless steel interior — ideal where bench or incubator-room space is at a premium
- 180°C hot air sterilization: proven anti-contamination concept without chemical consumables
- Heat sterilizable CO₂ sensor: single-beam infrared technology, stable and drift-free over repeated cycles
- Double-pan humidification system with condensation protection, maintaining 90–95% RH
- Fail-safe CO₂ regulation: protects culture pH stability even during frequent door openings
- Cell therapy compartmentalization option: divided inner door (4 doors / 2 shelves) for segregated small-batch handling
- Full traceability: internal data logging with USB export, Ethernet connectivity, zero-voltage alarm contact
Key features
- CO₂ & humidity resistant (up to 20% CO₂, 95% RH)
- Magnetic direct drive: maintenance-free, no belt wear
- Speed range 20–350 rpm (±1 rpm accuracy)
- Adjustable orbit 3–50 mm (10 levels)
- Remote handheld controller for operation without opening incubator
- Dual mode: fixed and programmable (up to 9 steps)
- Low energy consumption (18 W)
