Class 2 Safety Cabinets (EN 12469)

Safety cabinets Class 2 Safety Cabinets (EN 12469)

Class 2 Safety Cabinets (EN 12469)
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Class 2 safety cabinets compliant with EN 12469 ensure operator, product, and cross-contamination protection in microbiological laboratories, as well as in pharmaceutical research and diagnostics. The range includes models from the Scanlaf Mars and CleanAir BioVanguard series in various working widths from 900 mm to 1800 mm. These microbiological safety cabinets are partially TÜV-certified and also meet the requirements of DIN 12980.

Class 2 Safety Cabinets (EN 12469) / safety-cabinets under 100 cm

Class 2 Safety Cabinets (EN 12469) / safety-cabinets approx. 120 cm

Class 2 Safety Cabinets (EN 12469) / safety-cabinets approx. 150 cm

Class 2 Safety Cabinets (EN 12469) / safety-cabinets approx. 180 cm

Certified Safety according to EN 12469 and DIN 12980

The offered Class 2 safety cabinets are designed according to the European standard EN 12469, which specifies the performance requirements for microbiological safety cabinets. Models such as the Scanlaf Mars 900 to 1800 Runner are also TÜV-certified and comply with DIN 12980, qualifying them for specific requirements in diagnostics and research.

Working Widths and Designs

Depending on available space and sample volume, various housing widths are available:

  • Safety cabinet under 100 cm: Models with 900 mm working surface for compact footprints.
  • Safety cabinet approx. 120 cm: Standard size with 1200 mm internal width.
  • Safety cabinet approx. 150 cm: Extended working surface with 1500 mm width.
  • Safety cabinet approx. 180 cm: Maximum working capacity with 1800 mm internal width.

Operating Comfort and Technical Details

The CleanAir BioVanguard series offers flexibility with the front sash, which is available in either manual or electrically adjustable versions. All units are designed as microbiological safety cabinets for the protection of personnel and samples and comply with further safety standards such as EN 61010-1 and EN 61000-6.

Supplementary Accessories

Suitable accessories such as extraction systems or gas burners are available for the operation of the cabinets to support sterile workflows. In addition, the cabinets can be distinguished as product protection cabinets for applications without the need for operator protection.

Frequently Asked Questions about Class 2 Safety Cabinets

Here you will find answers to technical questions regarding the selection and standardisation of microbiological safety cabinets.

What are Class 2 safety cabinets used for?

They serve to protect users, products, and the environment during microbiological work. Areas of application include laboratories in the pharmaceutical industry, diagnostics, and research.

Which working widths are available for laboratories?

The range includes widths of 900 mm, 1200 mm, 1500 mm, and up to 1800 mm to accommodate different space constraints and workflows.

Which standards must safety cabinets meet?

The central standard is EN 12469 for microbiological safety cabinets. Additional certifications such as DIN 12980 or TÜV tests demonstrate compliance with technical safety standards.

What is the difference between manual and electric front sashes?

For models such as the CleanAir BioVanguard, the front sash can be adjusted either manually by hand or via an electric drive, which influences operating comfort in daily laboratory use.

Which accessories are useful for operation?

For microbiological work, gas burners and specialised extraction systems are important additions to ensure sterility and functionality within the cabinet.