Thermo Fisher Scientific Forma 8940086V Ultra-Low Freezer -80°C, Laboratory Grade

The Thermo Fisher Scientific Forma 8940086V Ultra-Low Freezer is a laboratory-grade cold storage unit engineered for maintaining sensitive biological, pharmaceutical, and biotechnological samples at ultra-low temperatures of -80°C. Operating on 230V and 50Hz, this freezer is essential for applications in molecular diagnostics, bioprocessing, and synthetic biology research requiring stable cryogenic environments.

Key features include:

• Precise -80°C temperature control for reliable preservation of enzymes, reagents, DNA samples, and cell cultures
• Robust design to support biomedical and biopharmaceutical storage workflows
• Dimensions: 35 in (L) x 29 in (W) x 78 in (H), with a weight of ~374 kg (824 lbs), suitable for laboratories needing large-capacity ultra-low freezers
• Minor cosmetic defects: requires door latch repair and replacement of the missing touch-screen display cover
• Offered in AS-IS condition, ideal for facilities equipped to perform minor refurbishment
• Classified under Harmonized Code 8418400000 as a chest-type freezer not exceeding 900 liters, indicating compliance with international cold storage standards

This unit is widely used in biotechnology, molecular cloning workflows, and clinical diagnostics where consistent ultra-low temperature storage is critical. Despite the minor technical issues, it has been verified to reach the target temperature of -80°C overnight, maintaining the core refrigeration functionality essential for gene editing, biomanufacturing, and live-cell sample preservation.

The Thermo Fisher Forma 8940086V is a practical choice for research laboratories, bioengineering facilities, and pharmaceutical production sites seeking cost-effective expansion of ultra-low temperature storage capacity with attention to refurbishment needs.