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.pdf X-Rack System Information Sheet  (5.17 MB)
The X-Rack line is designed for Xenopus applications and accommodates a wide variety of tank sizes for various applications.

Features

  • Systems ideal for Xenopus sp. frogs or even other mid-sized aquatic animals.
  • Polycarbonate 40-liter tanks can be easily cage-washed or autoclaved.
  • Shelving improves overall environment, providing contrast for feeding, reducing algae growth, improving biosecurity and reducing maintenance time.
  • UV disinfection rate is among the highest in the industry, designed for a 12-month service interval.
  • Lab-grade racks are manufactured to conform to ASTM standards and include barrier protection for wet environments.
  • Low water level safety shut-off and alarm with optional programmable logic controller (PLC) control panel.
  • 5 tank water exchanges per hour.
Electrical
  • 120V/12.2 A/50 or 60 Hz.
  • 240V/6.1 A/50 or 60 Hz.
Filtration
  • 1st Stage: 120 microns.
  • 2nd Stage: Combined moving and submerged-bed biological filtration (over 90 m2 of surface area).
  • 3rd Stage: 50-micron cartridge filter.
  • 4th Stage: Activated carbon adsorbs volatile organics and other contaminants.
  • 5th Stage: UV disinfection dose of 110 mJ/cm2 at end of lamp life (e.g., 12 months).

X-Rack System Specifications

XR3
  • 4-tier system with 16-liter or 23-liter tank options.
  • Twenty 16-liter tanks or sixteen 23-liter tanks.
  • Xenopus laevis capacity (1 adult/3 L): 100 with 16-liter tanks or 112
    with 23-liter tanks.
  • Xenopus tropicalis capacity (1 adult/0.75 L): 420 with 16-liter tanks or
    480 with 23-liter tanks.
  • Weight with water: 708 kg (1,560 lbs).
  • Rack dimensions: 168 cm W x 234 cm H x 66 cm D (66" x 92" x 26").
XR4
  • 3-tier system with 40-liter tanks.
  • Culture volume 355 liters (94 gal).
  • Xenopus tropicalis holding capacity @ 1 adult/0.75 liter: 477 frogs.
  • Xenopus laevis holding capacity @ 1 adult/3 liters: 117 frogs.
  • Total water volume: 552 liters (146 gal).
  • Weight with water: 708 kg (1,560 lbs).
  • Rack dimensions: 168 cm W x 225 cm H x 66 cm D (66" x 88.8 x 26").
XR5
  • 2-tier system with 74-liter or 189-liter tank options.
  • Eight 74-liter tanks or four 189-liter tanks.
  • Xenopus laevis capacity (1 adult/3 L): 192 with 74-liter tanks or 252 with 189-liter tanks.
  • Weight with water: 1,270 kg (2,800 lbs).
  • Rack dimensions: 234 cm W x 216 cm H x 66 cm D (92" x 85" x 26").

Options

  • Aquatic Habitats® automated water quality monitor/control/alarm system.
  • The Sentinel™ total gas pressure monitor/controller.
  • Heating and chilling options are available.
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