Cruma ECO 2 Ductless Fume Hood with Carbon and HEPA Filtration System

The Cruma ECO 2 is a ductless fume hood designed for laboratory environments requiring effective removal of volatile organic compounds, gases, and airborne particulates. It operates without an external exhaust duct, utilizing up to two activated carbon filters for gas and vapor absorption and an optional HEPA (H14) filter for particulate and aerosol filtration, compliant with EN-1822 standards.

Key technical features include:

• Airflow capacity: Average treated air volume of 160 m³/h
• Air renewal rate: Approximately nine air changes per minute inside the cabinet
• Air velocity: Average air velocity of 0.50 m/s, monitored via an integrated anemometer
• Filter saturation detection system to indicate replacement needs
• Filter types:
• Type A: Organic vapors (ketones, alcohols, xylenes)
• Type BE: Inorganic acid vapors (H2SO4, HCl, HNO3), with impregnated activated carbon for mixed organic/inorganic gases
• Type F: Formaldehyde and related compounds, impregnated with copper complexes
• Type K: Ammonia and amines, impregnated with metallic salt complexes
• Type ABEK: Mixed filter for simultaneous organic, inorganic, and ammonia vapors
• Type D: HEPA H14 filter for particulate matter, dust, and aerosols (EN-1822:1998)

Cabinet specifications:

• Internal dimensions (W×D×H): 778 × 569 × 760 mm
• External dimensions (W×D×H): 798 × 600 × 1012 mm
• Equipped with a G4-class synthetic biofiber prefilter (EN-779) for ambient dust retention

Applications and research relevance:

The Cruma ECO 2 is well-suited for laboratory workflows involving the handling of high-volatility chemicals and processes generating fumes or aerosols. It is widely adopted in molecular diagnostics, synthetic biology laboratories, and bioprocessing facilities where chemical vapor containment and particulate filtration are critical. Its modular filtration options provide flexibility for diverse biotechnology and clinical diagnostic applications, enhancing safety during gene editing, biomanufacturing, and molecular cloning workflows.

Note: Activated carbon filters are not included and must be specified separately according to customer requirements. This system supports integration of up to two filters to tailor filtration to specific laboratory needs.

This biotechnology-grade ductless fume hood is essential equipment for laboratories prioritizing effective chemical filtration without the need for external ductwork, offering reliable protection in clinical and research environments focusing on fluorescence analysis, live-cell imaging, and biomedical engineering applications.