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IKA - Model Algaemaster 10 -Photobioreactor
The photobioreactor Algaemaster 10 control is the perfect equipment supporting scientists to find and recreate the ideal environmental conditions for growing phototrophic organisms such as microalgae. These are of increasing interest for drug discovery in the pharmaceutical industry. With our seawater resistant and autoclavable system, you are more than well prepared for your specific research activities.
The IKA Algaemaster 10 control comes with a controller, reactor vessel and two LED light panels. Temperature and pH sensors, impeller, sparger, quick connect fittings for the jacketed vessel and stirrer motor are included as well as PTFE plugs and connectors as shown on the lid.
The controller provides all features required for growing organisms. With its slim design, it fits next to the reactor on the bench for easy handling.
On the front side you have access to
- Two large displays with high resolution (480 x 272px) to easily monitor all software settings during the experiment
- Two peristaltic pumps for adding nutrients and other liquids or when diluting the batch
- Two manually adjustable gas flow meters for CO2 or air shut on/off
- A USB port for exporting trial data
The top of the controller comes with further connections
- Two gas-out-connectors
- One pH sensor interface
- One PT 100 interface
The back panel provides all relevant interfaces
- Two gas-in-connectors (max. 1bar)
- One RS 232
- One USB port for connection to a PC
- One RS 232 interface to connect to an IKA chiller/circulator for enhanced operation
- One motor control interface
- Four connectors to attach up to four LED light panels
The customizable lid is made of long term-tested Ultem® thermoplastic which can be sterilized in an autoclave. It provides 6, 8, and 12mm ½“ NPT threaded adapters to connect different diameter hoses or sensors. Additional custom sensors can be accommodated based on the researcher’s need.
The PT 100 temperature and the pH sensor are also inserted through the lid. The stirrer motor is connected to a completely detachable coupling leaving the integrity of the reaction vessel intact following GMP standards. It provides a speed range of 10 to 100 rpm.
The 10 liter jacketed reactor vessel has quick connect fittings making it easy to connect a chiller/circulator. A sparger ( for adding gases such as CO2 ), as well as a PTFE coated impeller with two height-adjustable propellers are also included in the scope of delivery.
When using a temperature or pH sensor, a minimum of six liters is required. The maximum volume is 10 liters.
Two LED light panels provided with the IKA Algaemaster 10 control allow a flexible light environment for the organisms. For instance, settings for day and night simulation for a better growth can easily be programmed with the software. For organisms needing an increased light environment, up to four light panels can be connected to the reactor.
Algae growth
Growing algae in a photobioreactor is a common application. Algae need light, carbon dioxide, water, nutrition and the right pH-value to grow. All those requirements can easily be recreated by a photobioreactor.
Algae are interesting for different industries. In part, they are already used in pharmaceutical, cosmetics, bioenergy and food industries. However, there is still more research to be done in order to discover the full potential of all different algal species.
The IKA Algaemaster 10 control, a fully autonomous photobioreactor, provides researchers with the equipment necessary to produce mass densities even of the most sensitive dinoflagellate microalgae.
Growing parameters
Stir speed: 40 rpm; continually
Lighting intensity: 20% (on at 06:00 am, off at 10:00 pm)
Temp.: 22°C
pH: CO2 on at 8.6; off at 8.4
Gas: O2 on constantly
The production rate of the IKA Algaemaster 10 control has proven to be much higher than normal static growth.
Further successfully grown algae in the IKA Algaemaster 10 control
- Bacillariophyceae
- Cryptophyceae
- Cyanophyceae
- Dictyocophyceae
- Dinophyceae
- Prasinophyceae
- Prymnesiophyceae
- Raphidophyceae
The photobioreactor is designed with a focus on growing algae in marine science institutes, algae research centers, biofuel research industry, food & cosmetics as well as the pharmaceutical industry (drug discovery), but could also be used as a bioreactor for many other applications.
You are interested in our Algaemaster 10 control but not yet convinced if our photo bioreactor fits to your requirements? No problem, we provide a free demo unit to test your specific application.