Please select one of the following Biomass Monitors:

biomass200   biomass 220   Biomass 230   annular   be2100

The Biomass Monitor systems are ideal for production scale up and the robust, stainless steel/PEEK probes in sizes between 19 mm and 25 mm are suitable for GMP environments. Unlike many optical probes, the Biomass Monitor can be used in highly aerated fermenters with a wide range of complex media.

The Biomass Monitors are exclusively distributed in USA and Canada by Applikon Inc.

Side by Side Comparison

FEATURE

BENEFIT

Model 200

Model 220

Model 230

Stainless Steel/PEEK Probe

Robust and Conforms to FDA requirements
Options for four pin ,flush and annular electrode arrangements in 12, 19 and 25mm diameter in various lengths

Yes

Yes

Yes

Operates at Various Frequencies and in Different Modes

Suitable for being used with animal, yeast, fungi, bacteria
Recommended for process development work

Yes
Yes

Yes
Yes

Yes
No

Internal PC with Frequency Scanning

Can provide additional information on metabolic state of organism and changes during process

No

Yes

No

Multiplexing Capability

Integral multiplexer for up 4 probes
Simply add extra probes and head amplifiers

No

Yes

Yes

Instrument/Software Validation

Instrument cab be used in cGMP and can be provided with supporting documentation
GAMP4 compliance

Yes
Yes

Yes
No

Yes
No

Extra Enclosure

Option for mounting instrument in additional IP65 enclosure

Yes

Yes

No

Integral Enclosure

System built within IP65 enclosure
No additional costs for protection

No

No

Yes

Logging of Biomass on PC via a Dedicated USB Port

The Model 200 has been designed for quick and simple evaluations before purchase

Yes

No

No