The BBF Series (Class II, Type A) Laminar Flow Biological Safety Cabinet
is designed for the safe handling of cytotoxic agents and other hazardous
drugs in Laboratory, Pharmacy and Oncology settings. This chamber eliminates
cross-contamination and the accidental release of pathogenic microorganisms
or carcinogenic aerosols and drugs to the outside atmosphere. Other
applications include handling materials such as pollen, powders, allergens,
dust, pathogen-free animals and plants.
The work area is bathed with a HEPA filtered unidirectional (laminar)
flow ISO 5/Class 100 air to protect the product and personnel and exhaust
HEPA filtered air to protect the environment from particulate and aerosol
hazards. This filter removes organisms and particulates 0.3 micron in size
with an efficiency of 99.99%. It is even more efficient for larger and
smaller particles. The laminar flow principle consists of moving individual
streams of unidirectional, ultra-clean air along parallel lines with minimal
turbulence. Approximately 70% of the air from each cycle is recirculated
through the supply HEPA filter while the remaining air is discharged from
the hood through the exhaust HEPA filter. This model can also be converted
into a Class II, Type A2 Biosafety cabinet by adding an appropriate exhaust
system to vent (duct) the remaining HEPA filtered air to the outside.
The BBF is constructed of quality all-welded stainless steel with a
pharmaceutical grade finish. The fluorescent light housing is externally
mounted to provide optimum lighting into the work area. The front viewing
panel allows for additional ambient light and visibility into the work area
and has a unique, recessed, contoured shape, which creates an aerodynamic
flow pattern and allows the operator to lean into the work area. It is this
combination that produces the protective barrier for the operator by
containing hazardous materials within the chamber. The viewing panel is
hinged so it can be easily opened for cleaning and placement of larger
objects into the work area. The stainless steel work tray can also be
removed.
All-welded stainless steel stands are available at a fixed sitting or
standing work height. For further ergonomic considerations, adjustable
stands are available with either manual or electric height adjustment. For
additional information and available options please refer to the unit
specification sheet.
The BBF Series of Vertical Laminar Flow Biological Safety Cabinets passed
the Biological Tracer Containment tests of the National Institutes of Health
(NIH), the National Cancer Institute (NCI), and the National Sanitation
Foundation (NSF). All units are NRTL listed with MET Labs to comply with UL
1262.