Ratek WT Series Laboratory Warming Tray

Ratek WT Series Laboratory Warming Tray (Compact or Medium)

Ratek WT1 Medium Analogue:

The Ratek WT1 Warming Tray delivers reliable thermal control for laboratory applications requiring gentle, consistent heating during sample preparation and small-scale incubations. Featuring a generous 450 x 250mm anodised aluminium heating plate mounted on a robust powder-coated steel base, the unit provides an effective 400 x 200mm working area that maintains exceptional temperature uniformity through its concealed bonded pad-type heating element. The perfectly flat black anodised surface ensures optimal heat transfer while offering excellent resistance to chemical spills and laboratory accidents, making it ideal for extended use in demanding laboratory environments. The WT series is also ideal for slide warming applications.

Temperature control is achieved through a stable solid-state analogue controller mounted on the front panel, providing precise temperature regulation from approximately 28°C to 80°C (minimum 5°C above ambient temperature). Clear visual indicators display both power-on and heating-on status for constant operational awareness, while an integrated thermal cut-out safety system automatically removes power to the heating element in the event of control failure or overheating conditions. This combination of reliable temperature control, safety features, and durable construction makes the WT1 suitable for diverse laboratory applications including slide warming, sample preparation, reagent heating, and various procedures requiring consistent gentle heating across a large, uniformly heated surface.

Key Features for Ratek WT1 Analogue Warming Tray:

• Warranty: Ratek WT1 backed by industry-leading 3-year parts warranty, designed and manufactured in Melbourne, Australia, ensuring long-term reliability for laboratory applications.
• Large Heating Surface: Generous 450 × 250mm perfectly flat anodised aluminium warming plate provides even heat transfer across entire surface for uniform temperature distribution.
• Simple Analogue Control: Solid-state analogue temperature control with large control dial enables quick, easy temperature selection and provides repeatable, stable control from ambient +5°C to 80°C (minimum 30°C).
• Concealed Bonded Element: Heating element bonded beneath plate surface delivers uniform temperatures across entire warming area without hot spots or temperature gradients.
• Chemical-Resistant Surface: Black anodised aluminium surface resists most chemical spills and provides durable, easy-to-clean working area for daily laboratory use.
• Visual Indicators: Large bright neon lights indicate both power status and heating element activity for constant visual confirmation of operational status.
• Safety Protection: Built-in over-temperature cutout provides automatic safety shutdown preventing overheating and protecting samples and equipment.
• Versatile Accessory Compatibility: Compatible with Ratek's wide range of aluminium dry-block heater blocks (SBxx, EBxx, FBxx, CBxx, MBx series) for uniform tube and vial heating.
• Optional Enclosure System: Custom clear polycarbonate free-standing covers available to reduce temperature loss, improve stability, and provide safety guard while maintaining sample visibility.
• Compact Footprint: Overall dimensions of L530 × W250 × H50mm with 3.0kg weight provide stable benchtop operation while minimizing workspace requirements at 240VAC/280W power input.

Ratek WT2500 Compact Digital:

The Ratek WT2500 Warming Tray excels in applications demanding precise temperature accuracy through its advanced digital PID controller and clear LCD display, ensuring stable temperature control up to 99.9°C. This compact unit maximizes bench space efficiency while providing sufficient surface area to accommodate microscope slides, petri dishes, bottles, beakers, and flasks, making it an essential component for every laboratory workstation. The precision control system delivers consistent heating performance ideal for temperature-sensitive procedures requiring exact thermal conditions. The WT series is also ideal for slide warming applications.

Designed for versatility and reliability, the WT2500 supports a wide range of temperature-controlled applications from gentle sample warming to more demanding heating requirements. The combination of compact form factor, digital precision, and generous working surface makes this warming tray particularly valuable for laboratories where bench space is limited but temperature accuracy cannot be compromised. The intuitive LCD display provides clear temperature monitoring, ensuring operators can maintain optimal conditions throughout extended procedures.

Key Features for Ratek WT2500 Digital Warming Tray:

• Warranty: Ratek WT2500 backed by comprehensive 3-year parts warranty with Australian manufacturing and support ensuring reliable performance for precision temperature applications.
• Precision Digital Control: Digital PID controller with LCD display ensures stable, accurate temperature control with repeatable settings ideal for temperature-critical applications.
• Compact Design: Space-efficient 250 × 200mm anodised aluminium warming plate accommodates microscope slides, petri dishes, bottles, beakers, and flasks while occupying minimal bench space.
• Extended Temperature Range: Operates from ambient +5°C to 99.9°C providing broader temperature control capability for diverse laboratory heating requirements.
• Digital Temperature Display: LCD display provides clear, accurate real-time temperature readout eliminating guesswork and ensuring precise thermal management.
• Chemical-Resistant Surface: Durable anodised aluminium heating plate resists chemical spills and provides easy cleaning for long-lasting laboratory service.
• Safety Cutout Protection: Over-temperature cutout automatically shuts down heating if preset limits are exceeded, protecting samples and preventing equipment damage.
• Energy Efficient: 240VAC/200W power input provides adequate heating performance while consuming less energy than larger warming tray models.
• Lightweight Construction: Compact overall dimensions of L350 × W200 × H50mm with 2.0kg net weight enable easy positioning and relocation on crowded benchtops.
• Powder-Coated Steel Housing: Robust powder-coated steel case construction provides durability and professional appearance while protecting internal components.

Applications for both WT1 and WT2500 Models:

• Microscope Slide Warming: Pre-warming microscope slides to optimal temperatures for histology, cytology, and pathology applications preventing condensation and improving sample adhesion.
• Sample Preparation: Keeping biological samples, reagents, buffers, and solutions warm during preparation procedures to maintain optimal viscosity and reaction conditions.
• Small-Scale Incubations: Conducting short-term temperature-controlled incubations of samples in petri dishes, microplates, and small vessels for enzymatic reactions and biological assays.
• Flask and Beaker Heating: Warming flat-bottomed flasks, beakers, and bottles containing media, solutions, or samples requiring gentle, uniform heating without agitation.
• Agar Plate Warming: Pre-warming agar plates before use in microbiology applications to prevent condensation and ensure optimal conditions for bacterial culture work.
• Reagent Temperature Maintenance: Maintaining temperature-sensitive reagents, antibodies, enzymes, and buffers at optimal working temperatures during experimental procedures.
• Histology and Pathology Work: Warming paraffin blocks, embedding cassettes, and tissue processing materials for sectioning and slide preparation in pathology laboratories.
• Crystallization Studies: Maintaining controlled temperatures for protein crystallization experiments and crystal growth studies requiring stable thermal environments.
• Chemical Synthesis: Providing gentle heating for small-scale chemical reactions, dissolving compounds, and maintaining reaction temperatures in synthetic chemistry applications.
• Quality Control Testing: Warming samples to specified temperatures for viscosity testing, dissolution studies, and temperature-dependent quality control measurements in pharmaceutical and industrial laboratories.

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