Thermo Scientific™ Forma™ FDE Series Ultra-Low Temperature GP Freezers

Thermo Scientific™ Forma™ FDE Series ultra-low temperature freezers feature reduced energy usage, a simplified touchscreen interface, four capacities, and an ergonomic cabinet design.

Catalog Number	Mfr. No.	Capacity (Metric)	Certifications/Compliance	Electrical Requirements
FDE30086FA	Thermo Scientific™ FDE30086FA	422 L	cULus	115 V 60 Hz
FDE30086FD	Thermo Scientific™ FDE30086FD	422 L	cULus	208 - 230 V 60 Hz
FDE40086FA	Thermo Scientific™ FDE40086FA	549 L	cULus	115 V 60 Hz
FDE40086FD	Thermo Scientific™ FDE40086FD	549 L	cULus	208 - 230 V 60 Hz
FDE50086FA	Thermo Scientific™ FDE50086FA	682 L	cULus	115 V 60 Hz
FDE50086FV	Thermo Scientific™ FDE50086FV	682 L	CE	230 V 50 Hz
FDE60086FA	Thermo Scientific™ FDE60086FA	816 L	cULus	115 V 60 Hz
FDE60086FD	Thermo Scientific™ FDE60086FD	816 L	cULus	208 - 230 V 60 Hz

Description

Part of the Standard Performance (STP) family, Thermo Scientific™ Forma™ FDE Series ultra-low temperature freezers, powered by H-drive, feature four upright models, maximizing storage capacity from 30,000 up to 60,000 2 mL vials. The FDE series is a sustainable and reliable solution with ultimate sample security and operational savings for every lab.

Performance

• Powered by H-drive's hydrocarbon technology, these systems save up to 25% in energy usage and heat rejection over conventional refrigerant ultra-low freezers¹
• Designed for daily usage, recovers cabinet temperature 20% faster after opening the door.²
• A quiet sound output below 53 dBA, enables the freezer to come out of the hallway and into the lab
• Meets ±10°C validation protocols at -80°C with strong peak variation and steady-state temperature variation
• Natural hydrocarbon refrigerants reduce system operating stresses promoting outstanding reliability and worry-free sample protection

User Friendly

• The H-drive Information Center (HIC) combines easy to read temperature with simple capacitive touch buttons in a 5.6 inch display
• Four capacities (300, 400, 500 and 600 2-inch box) to accommodate a variety of storage needs and lab footprint specifications
• All models contain four inner doors allowing for easy sample access without exposing greater freezer content to ambient conditions
• Improved customer convenience with new ergonomically designed handle, high contrast eye-level display, and comfortable easy-access shelf locations.
• Compatible with most racking systems including a full range of Thermo Scientific™ racks for boxes, microplates, Thermo Scientific™ Matrix™ and Nunc CryoBank™ tubes
• Security features including alarm settings and padlock-compatible doors

Sustainability

• Manufactured in an award-winning, zero-waste to landfill facility
• Lower HVAC costs as a result of less heat emission into the environment
• Natural refrigerants and water-blown foam insulation, making the Series compliant with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Significant New Alternatives Policy (SNAP), the European Union's F-Gas and other sustainability standards

Footnotes:

1. Internal data comparing 11.2 kWh/day to UXF600 = 14.9 kWh/day. Data on file.
2. Typical freezer test data based on internal testing in ambient temperature at 20°C; Typical standard validation protocol of ±10°C.

Warranty and Services

Warranty varies by country, please contact us for details

Specifications

• Type: Ultra-Low Freezer, Upright
• Door Style: Outer (1), Inner (4)
• Inner Doors: 4
• Interior: Stainless Steel
• Style: Upright
• Product Line: Forma
• Defrost: Manual
• Setpoint Security: Yes
• Smart View Compatibility: Smart-Vue Compatible
• Compressor: H-drive

• Temperature Range: -50°C to -86°C
• No. of Doors: 1
• Insulation: Vacuum Insulation Panels (VIP) + Water-Blown Polyurethane Foam (SNAP-compliant)
• Shelves: 3
• Display: HIC 5.6 in. 7-segment display with capacitive touch buttons
• Warranty: Warranty varies by country, please contact us for details
• Monitoring Options: Alarm, Recorder
• Connectivity: External Monitoring/Cloud Compatible; 4-20mA, RS485, Dry Contacts
• Green Features: Energy Efficient
• Refrigerant: R290 (1st stage), R170 + R290 mix (2nd stage)