Panasonic MDF-U33V User manual

MDF-U33V
MDF-U53VA
MDF-U56VC
MDF-U76VC
MDF-U76VA
The Industry’s Most
Complete Ultra-Low
Storage Solution
VIP®Series
www.panasonic.com/biomedical
Features:
• Industry leading -86°C preservation for
uniformity, reliability and optimized footprint.
• Panasonic Cool Safe refrigeration system
designed to deliver energy-saving, high
performance cooling.
-86°C Ultra-Low Freezers
Panasonic… the new name for SANYO

2 VIP®Series -86°C Ultra-Low Freezers www.panasonic.com/biomedical
VIP®Series Features, Benets and Performance Advantages
What It Is What It Does Why It Is Important
Energy-Efcient Refrigeration Microprocessor control over all cooling functions
delivers cooling on demand. Optimizes run time to minimize energy consumption.
Cool Safe Compressors Specic to ultra-low applications. Reduces compressor
temperatures internally and externally.
Increases compressor longevity and reliability. Reduces
heat output to room and lowers HVAC loads in room.
Environmentally Friendly
Refrigerants
Eliminates potential for ozone depletion while
maintaining cooling capacity.
Complies with the Montreal Protocol and EDA guidelines
for safety and efciency.
Integrated Control Center Combines all control, alarm, monitoring and data
management functions into a single system.
High visibility LED display provides a convenient user inter-
face to setpoints, alarm parameters, internal diagnostics,
operational conditions communications and security.
Structural Enhancement Integrates inventory management, access
and site installation.
Cabinet design attributes include high-strength, lockable
door latches and doors, latchable inner doors, adjustable
shelves, locking casters and seismic restraints to simplify
operation, installation and to satisfy local codes.
Compliant to International
Standards
Assures quality standards, safety and performance
criteria are met or exceeded.
Essential for compliance with LEEDs, RoHS, OSHA and
other third-party standards and recommended practices.
Green Design Attributes Integrates design, construction, refrigeration and operation
functions into an environmentally friendly system.
Minimizes carbon footprint, reduces energy consumption
assists building owners in LEED Certication best practices.
Ergonomic Design One-handed outer and inner door latches and quiet-running
compressors improve convenience, minimize sound.
Easy access to controls, displays and inventory racks,
while low noise operation permits a wider choice of
installation locations.
General Features & Benets
Power Failure
Alarm
Rechargeable
Battery
Energy
Air FilterAir Filter
Automatic
Alarm System
Automatic
Alarm System
Insulated
Inner Doors
ICD Digital
Display
Remote Alarm
CPU and
Touch Pad
CFC Free
CFC Free
VIP Vacuum
Insulation Panel
VIP
Quiet, Reliable
Compressor
Cascade
Cooling System
Service Service
Service
Power Failure
Alarm
Automatic
Alarm System
Automatic
Alarm System
Rechargeable
Battery
Rechargeable
Battery
Energy
SAVE
Air Filter
VIP Plus Vacuum
Insulation Panel
VIP+
Filterless
Design
Power Failure
Alarm
Rechargeable
Battery
Energy
Air FilterAir Filter
Automatic
Alarm System
Automatic
Alarm System
Insulated
Inner Doors
ICD Digital
Display
Remote Alarm
CPU and
Touch Pad
CFC Free
CFC Free
VIP Vacuum
Insulation Panel
VIP
Quiet, Reliable
Compressor
Cascade
Cooling System
Service Service
Service
Power Failure
Alarm
Automatic
Alarm System
Automatic
Alarm System
Rechargeable
Battery
Rechargeable
Battery
Energy
SAVE
Air Filter
VIP Plus Vacuum
Insulation Panel
VIP+
Filterless
Design
Power Failure
Alarm
Rechargeable
Battery
Energy
Air FilterAir Filter
Automatic
Alarm System
Automatic
Alarm System
Insulated
Inner Doors
ICD Digital
Display
Remote Alarm
CPU and
Touch Pad
CFC Free
CFC Free
VIP Vacuum
Insulation Panel
VIP
Quiet, Reliable
Compressor
Cascade
Cooling System
Service Service
Service
Power Failure
Alarm
Automatic
Alarm System
Automatic
Alarm System
Rechargeable
Battery
Rechargeable
Battery
Energy
SAVE
Air Filter
VIP Plus Vacuum
Insulation Panel
VIP+
Filterless
Design
Power Failure
Alarm
Rechargeable
Battery
Energy
Air FilterAir Filter
Automatic
Alarm System
Automatic
Alarm System
Insulated
Inner Doors
ICD Digital
Display
Remote Alarm
CPU and
Touch Pad
CFC Free
CFC Free
VIP Vacuum
Insulation Panel
VIP
Quiet, Reliable
Compressor
Cascade
Cooling System
Service Service
Service
Power Failure
Alarm
Automatic
Alarm System
Automatic
Alarm System
Rechargeable
Battery
Rechargeable
Battery
Energy
SAVE
Air Filter
VIP Plus Vacuum
Insulation Panel
VIP+
Filterless
Design
Power Failure
Alarm
Rechargeable
Battery
Energy
Air FilterAir Filter
Automatic
Alarm System
Automatic
Alarm System
Insulated
Inner Doors
ICD Digital
Display
Remote Alarm
CPU and
Touch Pad
CFC Free
CFC Free
VIP Vacuum
Insulation Panel
VIP
Quiet, Reliable
Compressor
Cascade
Cooling System
Service Service
Service
Power Failure
Alarm
Automatic
Alarm System
Automatic
Alarm System
Rechargeable
Battery
Rechargeable
Battery
Energy
SAVE
Air Filter
VIP Plus Vacuum
Insulation Panel
VIP+
Filterless
Design
Power Failure
Alarm
Rechargeable
Battery
Energy
Air FilterAir Filter
Automatic
Alarm System
Automatic
Alarm System
Insulated
Inner Doors
ICD Digital
Display
Remote Alarm
CPU and
Touch Pad
CFC Free
CFC Free
VIP Vacuum
Insulation Panel
VIP
Quiet, Reliable
Compressor
Cascade
Cooling System
Service Service
Service
Power Failure
Alarm
Automatic
Alarm System
Automatic
Alarm System
Rechargeable
Battery
Rechargeable
Battery
Energy
SAVE
Air Filter
VIP Plus Vacuum
Insulation Panel
VIP+
Filterless
Design
Power Failure
Alarm
Rechargeable
Battery
Energy
Air FilterAir Filter
Automatic
Alarm System
Automatic
Alarm System
Insulated
Inner Doors
ICD Digital
Display
Remote Alarm
CPU and
Touch Pad
CFC Free
CFC Free
VIP Vacuum
Insulation Panel
VIP
Quiet, Reliable
Compressor
Cascade
Cooling System
Service Service
Service
Power Failure
Alarm
Automatic
Alarm System
Automatic
Alarm System
Rechargeable
Battery
Rechargeable
Battery
Energy
SAVE
Air Filter
VIP Plus Vacuum
Insulation Panel
VIP+
Filterless
Design
Power Failure
Alarm
Rechargeable
Battery
Energy
Air FilterAir Filter
Automatic
Alarm System
Automatic
Alarm System
Insulated
Inner Doors
ICD Digital
Display
Remote Alarm
CPU and
Touch Pad
CFC Free
CFC Free
VIP Vacuum
Insulation Panel
VIP
Quiet, Reliable
Compressor
Cascade
Cooling System
Service Service
Service
Power Failure
Alarm
Automatic
Alarm System
Automatic
Alarm System
Rechargeable
Battery
Rechargeable
Battery
Energy
SAVE
Air Filter
VIP Plus Vacuum
Insulation Panel
VIP+
Filterless
Design
Power Failure
Alarm
Rechargeable
Battery
Energy
Air FilterAir Filter
Automatic
Alarm System
Automatic
Alarm System
Insulated
Inner Doors
ICD Digital
Display
Remote Alarm
CPU and
Touch Pad
CFC Free
CFC Free
VIP Vacuum
Insulation Panel
VIP
Quiet, Reliable
Compressor
Cascade
Cooling System
Service Service
Service
Power Failure
Alarm
Automatic
Alarm System
Automatic
Alarm System
Rechargeable
Battery
Rechargeable
Battery
Energy
SAVE
Air Filter
VIP Plus Vacuum
Insulation Panel
VIP+
Filterless
Design
Power Failure
Alarm
Rechargeable
Battery
Energy
Air FilterAir Filter
Automatic
Alarm System
Automatic
Alarm System
Insulated
Inner Doors
ICD Digital
Display
Remote Alarm
CPU and
Touch Pad
CFC Free
CFC Free
VIP Vacuum
Insulation Panel
VIP
Quiet, Reliable
Compressor
Cascade
Cooling System
Service Service
Service
Power Failure
Alarm
Automatic
Alarm System
Automatic
Alarm System
Rechargeable
Battery
Rechargeable
Battery
Energy
SAVE
Air Filter
VIP Plus Vacuum
Insulation Panel
VIP+
Filterless
Design
Power Failure
Alarm
Rechargeable
Battery
Energy
Air FilterAir Filter
Automatic
Alarm System
Automatic
Alarm System
Insulated
Inner Doors
ICD Digital
Display
Remote Alarm
CPU and
Touch Pad
CFC Free
CFC Free
VIP Vacuum
Insulation Panel
VIP
Quiet, Reliable
Compressor
Cascade
Cooling System
Service Service
Service
Power Failure
Alarm
Automatic
Alarm System
Automatic
Alarm System
Rechargeable
Battery
Rechargeable
Battery
Energy
SAVE
Air Filter
VIP Plus Vacuum
Insulation Panel
VIP+
Filterless
Design
Power Failure
Alarm
Rechargeable
Battery
Energy
Air FilterAir Filter
Automatic
Alarm System
Automatic
Alarm System
Insulated
Inner Doors
ICD Digital
Display
Remote Alarm
CPU and
Touch Pad
CFC Free
CFC Free
VIP Vacuum
Insulation Panel
VIP
Quiet, Reliable
Compressor
Cascade
Cooling System
Service Service
Service
Power Failure
Alarm
Automatic
Alarm System
Automatic
Alarm System
Rechargeable
Battery
Rechargeable
Battery
Energy
SAVE
Air Filter
VIP Plus Vacuum
Insulation Panel
VIP+
Filterless
Design
Power Failure
Alarm
Rechargeable
Battery
Energy
Air FilterAir Filter
Automatic
Alarm System
Automatic
Alarm System
Insulated
Inner Doors
ICD Digital
Display
Remote Alarm
CPU and
Touch Pad
CFC Free
CFC Free
VIP Vacuum
Insulation Panel
VIP
Quiet, Reliable
Compressor
Cascade
Cooling System
Service Service
Service
Power Failure
Alarm
Automatic
Alarm System
Automatic
Alarm System
Rechargeable
Battery
Rechargeable
Battery
Energy
SAVE
Air Filter
VIP Plus Vacuum
Insulation Panel
VIP+
Filterless
Design
Panasonic VIP®Series -86°C Freezers
Designed for long-term storage of stem cells, cord blood, T-cells, engineered tissue, organ/tissue,
bone marrow, hybridomas, lymphocytes, cancer cells, broblasts and other life science samples.
VIP®Upright Freezer Selection
Model Number Interior Volume Exterior (w x f-b x h)
Area Footprint,
Nominal
Fiberboard Boxes, 2” high
(2ml) in Panasonic Racks
Sample Vials, 2ml (2”
box), 100-Cell Dividers Electrical, 60Hz
MDF-U33V-PA 11.8 cu.ft.
334 L
26.4” x 34.1” x 73.2”
670 x 867 x 1860 mm
6.25 sq.ft.
0.58 m2216 21,600 115V, AC, 15 amp
MDF-U53VA-PA 18.3 cu.ft.
519 L
30.3” x 34.4” x 78.3”
770 x 870 x 1990 mm
7.24 sq.ft.
0.68 m2352 35,200 115V, AC, 20 amp
MDF-U56VC-PA 18.6 cu.ft.
526 L
30.3” x 34.4” x 78.3”
770 x 870 x 1990 mm
7.24 sq.ft.
0.68 m2384 38,400 208/230V, AC, 15
amp
MDF-U76VC-PA 25.7 cu.ft.
728 L
39.8” x 34.4” x 78.3”
1010 x 870 x 1990 mm
9.51 sq.ft.
0.88 m2576 5 7,6 0 0 208/230V, AC, 15
amp
MDF-U76VA-PA 25.7 cu.ft.
728 L
39.8” x 34.4” x 78.3”
1010 x 870 x 1990 mm
9.51 sq.ft.
0.88 m2576 5 7,6 0 0 115V, AC, 20 amp

3
Integrated Solutions for Biological Safety, Security,
Performance and Energy Savings
Panasonic VIP®ultra-low freezers represent the industry’s most complete combination of refrigeration, control, alarm, monitoring and
accessibility for product safety at -86°C. Ideal for material storage in repositories, hospitals, clinics and medical research facilities, the VIP®
Series is designed to reduce energy consumption.
MDF-U76VC
VIP®Series ULT Freezers
Panasonic VIP® Series -86ºC ultra-low
temperature freezers maintain internal
temperatures as low as -86°C (-123°F).
All models use Panasonic uniquely
designed compressors for ultra-low
temperature applications. Manufactured
with high density vacuum insulation
panels in conjunction with foamed-in-
place insulation, they are ideally suited
for use in laboratories and hospitals for
long-term preservation, specimens and
components, as well as materials test-
ing. Whatever your preservation needs
are, Panasonic provides the right equip-
ment for the right application. Panasonic
preservation systems employ advanced
technology to insure a high precision
temperature environment.
Enhanced Performance, Energy
Efciency, and Reliability
Panasonic VIP® Series upright freezers
represent the industry’s most advanced
combination of cabinet design, electron-
ics, refrigeration and critical components
for enhanced security, better perfor-
mance, product safety and cost effective
operation at -86°C.
• The newly developed energy ef-
cient refrigeration system and sound
abatement feature minimizes intrusive
operating noise.
• The newly developed refrigeration
system combined with strategically
designed and placed components in
the refrigeration compartment provide
superior air ow to drastically reduce
the stress to the freezer and contribut-
ing to excellent durability.
• Two independent and insulated in-
ner doors ensure maximum interior
chamber uniformity at all points in
the chamber.
Panasonic Heat Exchanger Design
Increases Energy Efciency1
Every traditional ultra-low freezer design
utilizes a heat exchanger. By increasing
the efficiency of the heat exchanger
through an improved new design incor-
porating more surface area contact at
critical points in the refrigeration system,
we are able to improve the overall ef-
ficiency and reduce compressor running
time. This along with other improve-
ments to heat exchanger in the refrigera-
tion system translates to a substantial
increase in energy efficiency.
1Applies to models MDF-U53VA, MDF-U56VC, MDF-U76VC
Panasonic Refrigeration Delivers
Uniform Temperature
The Panasonic cascade refrigeration sys-
tem uses Panasonic designed compres-
sors specic to ultra-low applications for
high-performance, reliability and peace of
mind. Refrigeration components are care-
fully selected and matched for optimum
operation under demanding laboratory
environments.
• Increased cooling capacity improves
temperature recovery after door
openings.
• Quieter operation is achieved through
condenser fan blade design, noise
abatement insulation, anti-vibration
mounts and internal compressor noise
abatement.
• Voltage boost and surge protection
devices permit dependable operation
over wider power ranges and environ-
mental conditions.
Patented VIP®PLUS
Vacuum Insulation Panel2
Combination of multiple high-performance
vacuum panels with newly developed
high-density foam insulation achieves
thin-wall profile for maximum interior
volume in a compact footprint. Increased
cooling capacity improves temperature
recovery after door openings.
Inner Doors Improve Uniformity
Easy-In/Easy-Out Panasonic ‘Eagle Beak’
inner door latches feature ergonomic
design to seal firmly against the cabinet
with one hand. High-strength, sealing, in-
sulated inner doors help minimize change
in interior temperatures during routine
door openings.
Microprocessor
Comprehensive setpoint, alarm, moni-
toring and diagnostic functions super-
vised by Panasonic-built microprocessor
controller with digital display of all input/
output functions.
2Applies to models MDF-U56VC, MDF-U76VC, MDF-U76VA
Panasonic freezers provide reduced operational
cost for highly efcient sample storage*.
0
.01
.02
.03
.04
.035
.026
.038
KW / day / box capacity
Power Consumption By Capacity
(KW/day/box capacity)
SANYO freezers provide reduced operational
cost for highly efficient sample storage.*
up 31
%
to
more
efficient Panasonic
MDF-U76VC
Brand A
Brand B

4 VIP®Series -86°C Ultra-Low Freezers www.panasonic.com/biomedical
VIP®Series Features
Product Features
1. Easy-In/Easy-Out door latch for
smooth, one-handed operation,
positive seal against gasket. Padlock
provision standard.
2. Universal keyed door lock offers
added security.
3. Integrated, microprocessor-based
control system and LED display
includes comprehensive setpoint,
alarm, monitoring, diagnostic and
communications functions.
4. Circular-chart temperature recorder
(optional) mounts easily in pre-engi-
neered mounting space.
5. Insulated and gasketed inner
doors seal inside to offer additional
protection and improve uniformity.
Inner door latches are standard.
Doors can be easily removed for
defrosting.
6. Front access to washable, electro-
static condenser filter for routine
condenser air filter cleaning.
7. High impact, recessed casters and
leveling feet simplify installation.
8. New generation Panasonic designed
Cool Safe compressors are specifi-
cally designed for low temperature
applications.
9. Multiple access ports permit inser-
tion of independent probes, instru-
mentation or liquid N2or liquid CO2
back-up injectors.
10. Commercially available HFC-
refrigerants are highly efficient,
environmentally safe and non-ozone
depleting.
11. Internal voltage and power manage-
ment systems assure component
protection over wide voltage ranges.
12. Remote alarm contacts and optional
communication port available; see
Accessories.
13. Vacuum relief valve (Available on
the MDF-U56VC, MDF-U76VC, and
MDF-U76VA)
4
5
6
78
9
10
1112
3
The Panasonic ergonomic design features
a high-security Easy-In/Easy-Out door latch
designed for simplicity and safety. Also
allows for one handed operation.
1
2
1
13

5
0
2
4
6
8
10
12
Footprint Comparison (sq.ft.)
9.9
9.5
11.4
Footprint Comparison (sq.ft.)
Patented VIP®PLUS Insulation3
The Panasonic Patented VIP®Vacuum
Insulation Panel thin-wall composite is a
high-efficiency design that yields more
interior storage volume in a conventional
freezer footprint. The VIP®minimizes
energy transfer to and from the ultra-low
temperature interior. The composite con-
struction, complete with reflective bar-
rier film and structural closed-cell foam,
is used on all walls and the outer door.
This advanced insulation technology
offers structural stability to eliminate
distortion, and inhibits moisture accumu-
lation that can lead to icing. Aggregate
insulation efficiency minimizes compres-
sor cycle run-time to lower energy costs.
3Applies to models MDF-U56VC, MDF-U76VC, MDF-U76VA
VIP®Series Design
Cabinet Construction
The cabinet features a patented Pana-
sonic VIP®vacuum insulated panel
design which optimizes interior volume
in the smallest footprint possible. The
high-tech, composite thin-wall cellular
construction combines the vacuum
panel insulation with polyurethane foam
for structural stability and high insulation
values to minimize energy use.
• The outer door closes uniformly
against a multi-point gasket to form a
tight seal and prevent moisture migra-
tion leading to frost or ice build-up.
Door gaskets are multi-point com-
pression for a long-lasting, tight seal
around the periphery of the cabinet
thermal break.
• An Easy-In/Easy-Out outer door latch
permits one-handed operation.
• A locking provision is designed for use
with a conventional padlock.
• The interior inventory system is based
on a center shelf and two latching
insulated inner doors designed for one-
handed operation.
• Insulated inner doors are steel-framed,
high-impact polyurethane with newly
developed foamed-in-place insulation
and minimize exposure during routine
door openings.
• Dual inner door configuration (stan-
dard), with optional half-inner door ac-
cessories available for field-installation.
For a four-door configuration order two
sets of half inner doors.
• A universal keyed door lock prevents
the outer door from opening.
• The two primary compartments can be
sub-divided by adjustable shelves to
accommodate standard stainless steel
inventory racks for 2” or 3” boxes
(see Accessories). Shelf brackets are
incrementally adjustable.
• Rounded interior corners enhance
temperature uniformity and simply
cleaning and decontamination when
required.
• Multiple access ports permit use of
back-up injection tubes, probes, leads
or instrumentation.
Superior Footprint
The center
shelf forms
the base of
a convenient
and flexible
inventory
system using
conventional racks with boxes, micro-
plates or other storage protocols. Stain-
less steel shelf and insulated inner-door
combinations create choices of interior
compartments that can be arranged
for long-term, low access biologicals or
short-term, frequently accessed mate-
rial. (Inner door option can affect overall
uniformity)(Inner door not available on
MDF-U33V).
• Easy-In/Easy Out Panasonic ‘Eagle
Beak’ inner door latches feature
ergonomic design to seal firmly
against the cabinet with one hand.
• High strength, insulated inner doors
help minimize change in interior
temperatures during routine door
openings.
• Additional half-door configuration per-
mits additional inner door orientations.
Half doors are available in pairs only.
See Accessories.
Panasonic Inner
Door Latches
provide single-hand
access. The outer
door latch closes
smoothly with a
single-hand action
over a cam action
bearing.
Barrier Film
VIP®Panel
Interior
Rigid foamed
polyurethane
Panasonic VIP Series offers maximum storage
volume with the smallest footprint.
Footprint Comparison
(sq.ft.)
Panasonic
Brand A
Brand B

6 VIP®Series -86°C Ultra-Low Freezers www.panasonic.com/biomedical
VIP®Series -86°C Freezer Energy Efcient Cascade Cooling System
Interstage Heat Exchanger. To increase
overall system efciency heat energy is
transferred to the high stage circuit.
Low Stage Compressor. The compressor
pumps refrigerant through the low stage circuit.
Low Stage Oil Heat Exchanger. Panasonic
exclusive high stage refrigerant passes through
the low-stage oil sump to cool lubricating oil
resulting in high-stage refrigerant being used
to increase the durability of the low stage
compressor.
Low Stage Capillary Tube. Liquid refrigerant under
pressure is passed through the capillary tube where it
ash evaporates in the low stage evaporator to absorb
energy (heat) from the product stored in the freezer.
Low Stage Refrigerant. Commonly
available worldwide, R508.
Freezer Cabinet with Evaporator.
The evaporator coil is strategically wrapped
around to provide optimum temperature
uniformity within the composite wall of
vacuum insulation panels and conventional
foamed-in-place urethane insulation.
Low Stage Heat Exchanger. Heat is
efciently transferred from the low stage to
the high stage.
Air Cooled Pre-Condenser. Removes energy
(heat) from the high stage refrigerant enroute to
the low stage compressor.
Air Cooled Pre-Condenser. Removes
energy (heat) from the high stage refrigerant
enroute to the high stage oil reservoir.
Main Condenser and Motor/Fan
Assembly. Panasonic’s exclusive triple
pass forced air condenser increases
overall system efciency by providing
maximum surface area for heat retection
Instrumentation (Not Shown). Temperature and pressure sensors throughout the
high and low stage circuits transmit information to the Panasonic ‘Status Alert’ central
controller for operation, monitoring, interpretation and component protection.
High Stage Capillary Tube. Liquid
refrigerant under pressure is passed
through the capillary tube where it
ash evaporates in the interstage heat
exchanger to absorb energy (heat) from
the low stage refrigerant circuit.
High Stage Refrigerant. Commonly
available worldwide. Selected for optimum
cooling performance in compliance with
international environmental protection laws.
High Stage Compressor. The com-
pressor pumps refrigerant through
the high stage circuit.
High Stage Oil Heat Exchanger. Panasonic exclusive
high stage refrigerant passes through the high stage oil
to cool lubricating oil enroute to the low stage compressor
through the air-cooled pre-condenser. Thereby increasing
the reliability of the high stage compressor.
One of the most important concepts in designing a superior energy saving ultra-low freezer is how efciently heat is exchanged between the
high and low stage circuits. By providing optimum heat exchange pathways in the design, it not only increases efciency of the system, leading
to greater energy savings, but it will also have an effect of reducing stress on the compressors, leading to greater overall system reliability.
Panasonic’s new cap tube heat exchanger is but the latest step in increasing the available heat exchange areas in the system. This patent
pending innovation drastically increases the efciency of the entire system. The end result is less energy consumption, while improving the
overall efciency of the freezer.
NEW Capillary Tube (Patent Pending).
Low stage capillary tube heat exchanger
provides optimum heat transfer between high
and low temperature points in the low stage
leading to greater energy efciency.

7
VIP®Series Control, Alarm & Monitoring
VIP®Series
Alarm Safety Features Event Visual Audible Signal to Alarm Contact
Status Alert
Abnormal ambient (too high or
too low), or abnormal freezer
loading (too much warm
product at once)
STATUS lamp ashes None None
High Temperature Interior chamber warms
beyond high temp setpoint
ALARM lamp ashes;
digital display ashes actual
chamber temperature
Intermittent tone; time
delay of 15 min. after reaching
alarm setpoint avoids false
alarms. Intermittent tone
Yes
Low Temperature Interior chamber cools beyond
low temp setpoint Yes
Power Failure Loss of Power Intermittent tone Yes
System Monitoring Sensor Failure Sensor Abnormality Error Code Displayed Solid tone No
Status Alert
Freezer Running Under Stress
‘Status Alert’
lamp illuminated None
No
Low Voltage No
High Ambient Temperature No
Auto Return Touch key is not pressed
for 90 seconds
Reverts to chamber
temperature display None No
Door Alarm Door Open OPEN lamp on Solid tone sounds after Yes
The Panasonic microprocessor control system is secure, easy to use and comprehensive. Setpoint, alarm parameters and self-diagnostic
functions are accessed through a tamper-resistant keypad protocol. Control inputs are managed with convenient push buttons on a unitized,
sealed control overlay. The panel is door-mounted and angled for easy access.
•Alarm indicator lamp glows when freezer is in alarm
condition; alarm ringback is factory set for 30 minutes,
adjustable in 10 minute increments from 10 to 60 minutes.
•Panasonic exclusive Ni-MH battery powers control memory
and alarm functions during power failure.
Status alert function uses predictive intelligence to determine if freezer is
operating within specications under existing environmental conditions.
•Filter indicator lamp glows
when electrostatic lter requires
removal for cleaning.
•Digital display defaults to actual
chamber temperature. Display
mode changes when setpoint, alarm
parameters, programming and
diagnostic functions are performed.
•Compressorstart-updelay
sequence delays re-start after
building power failure; allows
facility power to reach
equilibrium to permit smooth
compressor start-up.
Buzzer silence
temporarily mutes
audible alarm. Alarm test veries readiness of alarm
function and Ni-MH battery charge.
•Audible alarm.
•Door alarm indicator has
2 minute delay until audible
alarm activates; delay time
is adjustable.
•Setpointentryadvancesdigital
to next value from 0 to 9.
•Setpoint entry advances digital
display to next position.
Alarm setpoints are factory set 10ºC above and below setpoint. Alarm parameters
are adjustable by pressing up or down arrow keys and following the prompt.
Press to set temperature; set button is also
used for other diagnostic functions.
•
•
•
•

8 VIP®Series -86°C Ultra-Low Freezers www.panasonic.com/biomedical
Panasonic freezers help the environment
by reducing carbon footprint*.
VIP®Series Comparative Energy Performance
*Based on internal performance data. Tested in 25°C ambient environment. Freezer cycling at -80°C. Cabinet volume, 25.7 cu. ft. Average cabinet temperature based on
temperature mapping (15 thermocouples).
Panasonic freezers emit less heat into the
laboratory, minimizing air conditioning costs*.
Panasonic freezers provide reduced operational
cost for highly efcient sample storage*.
Panasonic
MDF-U76VC
Brand A
Brand B
Panasonic VIP®Series Green
Initiative Program
With a capacity of up to 57,600
two-inch vials in berboard boxes,
the energy-saving advantages of this
efcient Panasonic system extend to
lower per-unit storage costs regardless
of the preferred inventory conguration.
Eco Friendly Technology
• Panasonic freezers are designed to
support LEED certication associated
with the U.S. Green Building Council
recommendations.
• Components are compliant with
RoHS directives on the use of hazard-
ous materials in electrical and elec-
tronic equipment.
• Noise reduction and operating cost
efciencies are integrated into the
refrigeration system.
• Heat output is limited to minimize the
impact on facility HVAC demands.
• A microprocessor controller oversees
the refrigeration system to regulate
cooling cycles, reducing energy
consumption.
• Panasonic Cool Safe compressor
technology for lower compressor
heat internally and externally lower
HVAC loads.
Panasonic is conscious of the need to
protect our environment and conserve
energy. As a corporate pioneer in life
science laboratory equipment and
appliances, and as a global source of
solutions ranging from energy manage-
ment to solar power and alternative
energies, Panasonic remains committed
to providing the best possible labora-
tory equipment for research.
Uniformity Performance
The placement of evaporator surfaces
within the cabinet walls achieve excep-
tional documented ultra-low temperature
uniformity, thereby permitting investiga-
tors more freedom in placing valuable
cell lines and biologicals within the
interior cabinet, and assuring uniform
cell viability when harvesting products
from the ultra-low archive.
HCFC Free Refrigerants
Panasonic was the rst ultra-low freezer
manufacturer to employ environmentally
friendly R508 low-stage refrigerant, now
recognized as today’s industry standard
and widely available. This non-proprietary
refrigerant is available to refrigera-
tion service professionals on the open
market.
The high stage R404 refrigerant is
readily available to refrigeration profes-
sionals on the open market as well.
Because modern laboratories are energy-intensive, Panasonic has developed a corporate-wide energy savings and
environmental impact approach to new product development. The VIP®Series freezers offer signicant benets
through a balance of refrigeration power, cabinet construction and simple to use intelligent control over all functions.
VIP®Series Green Features
0
.01
.02
.03
.04
.035
.026
.038
KW / day / box capacity
Power Consumption By Capacity
(KW/day/box capacity)
SANYO freezers provide reduced operational
cost for highly efficient sample storage.*
up 31
%
to
more
efficient
0
1
2
3
4
5
4.33
2.99
4.05
Pounds / Box Capacity
Annual CO2Emissions
by Box Capacity
SANYO freezers help the environment by
reducing carbon footprint.
up 31
%
to
less
emissions
0.0
0.3
0.6
0.9
1.2
1.5
$1.38
$0.95
$1.29
Dollars / Box Capacity
Total Annual Operating Cost
by Box Capacity
Cost is an average for operating freezer.
SANYO freezers emit less heat into the laboratory,
minimizing air conditioning costs.
up 31
%
to
less cost

9
VIP®Series Green Features
Noise Reduction
Ultra-low freezers are often located
within research and hospital laboratories
or production facilities. Users prefer
close proximity for easy access to valu-
able stored products.
If operating noise from refrigeration
compressors is excessive, and/or com-
pounded by installation of multiple freez-
ers in adjacent locations, the working
environment is severely compromised.
Panasonic has included advanced noise
abatement in all contemporary ultra-low
freezers and noise reduction levels are
well below those of competitive freez-
ers. Data is available upon request.
Panasonic Refrigeration Delivers
Uniform Temperature
The Panasonic cascade refrigeration
system uses Panasonic designed
compressors for high-performance, reli-
ability and peace of mind. Refrigeration
components are carefully selected and
matched for optimum operation under
demanding laboratory environments.
• Increased reserve cooling capacity
improves temperature recovery after
door openings.
• Quieter operation is achieved
through condenser fan blade design,
noise abatement insulation and anti-
vibration mounts.
• Voltage boost and surge protection
devices permit dependable operation
over wider power ranges and environ-
mental conditions. (Except MDF-U76VA)
Electrical Standards
All Panasonic products including ultra-
low temperature freezers are tested
and certied by an NRTL (National
Recognized Testing Laboratory) to assure
compliance with US and International
standards for electrical safety prescribed
in 29 CFR 1910.7( c ).
Water Cooled Option (MDF-WCL)
Now a water cooled condenser option
is available for facilities equipped with
water recirculation cooling systems.
This option utilizes the cascade refrig-
eration design to reuse the energy
produced by an ultra low freezer while
delivering energy-savings and high
performance cooling.
Ideal for material storage in repositories,
hospitals, clinics and medical research
facilities, the water cooled system is
designed to signicantly reduce energy
consumption.
• Energy efciency
• Cost saving
• Re-use of energy
• Faster recovery time
• Improved sample security
Inventory Management
The concept of High Density Storage
is enabled by advances in Panasonic
Cool Safe compressor design. The cost
per 2” box of interior storage space is
signicantly lower in a Panasonic ultra-
low freezer, generating immediate return
on investment based on rst costs,
operating costs and maintenance costs
over time.
Additionally, the placement of evaporator
surfaces within the cabinet walls achieve
exceptional documented ultra-low tem-
perature uniformity, thereby permitting
investigators more freedom in placing
valuable cell lines and biologicals within
the interior cabinet, and assuring uniform
cell viability when harvesting products
from the ultra-low archive.
Because benets of the Panasonic Cool
Safe compressor design extend to evap-
orator tubing surrounding the interior
chamber, and the interior chamber is part
of the thin-wall composite based on the
patented VIP® vacuum insulation panel
cabinet, Panasonic can offer more usable
storage volume within the same sq.ft. of
oor space than competitive models.
Phase 1
Heat generated from the freezer compartment is trans-
ferred to a water circuit using a plate heat exchanger
Phase 2
Transport the absorbed heat/energy
Phase 3
Able to re-use heat/energy on other heat/energy
demanding systems.
Water Cooled Option (MDF-WCL) How It Works
Applies to MDF-U33V, MDF-U53VA, MDF-U56VC, MDF-U76VC, MDF-U76VA

10 VIP®Series -86°C Ultra-Low Freezers www.panasonic.com/biomedical
Maximum Sample Storage Capacity
Description
Model Number MDF-U33V-PA MDF-U53VA-PA MDF-U56VC-PA MDF-U76VC-PA MDF-U76VA-PA
Rack Positions, Standard Conguration
MDF-U53VA
Maximum Sample Storage Capacity MDF-U33V MDF-U54VCMDF-U74VC
Rack Positions, Standard Configuration
3 columns4columns6columns
4 rows4rows 4 rows
Fiberboard Boxes, 2" high (2ml) in SANYO racks 216 352 576
Sample Vials, 2ml (2" box), 100-Cell Dividers 21,600 35,20057,600
Fiberboard Boxes, 3" high (4ml) in SANYO Racks 144 224 384
Sample Vials, 4ml (3" box), 100-Cell Dividers 14,400 22,40038,400
Standard Microplate with Foil Tape, in Racks 1296 2112 3456
Standard Microplate with Cover Lid, in Racks 1008 1632 2596
Note: Maximum storage volume varies according to storage vessel, vial configuration, preservation protocol,
laboratory technique and user preference. Contact SANYO for detailed information on inventory racks, boxes and storage options.
Fully Loaded Inventory Systems Catalog No Catalog No Catalog No
Maximum Vial Capacity
Includes full quantity of storage racks, boxes and dividers
Sliding Drawer Inventory Racks,
2" high boxes (2ml sample) 100-Cell Divider
(6) SDR-424-2S100 (8) SDR-434-2S100 (24) SDR-624-2S100
(6) SDR-524-8S100 (8) SDR-524-2S100
Sliding Drawer Inventory Racks,
3" high boxes (4ml sample) 100-Cell Divider
(12) SDR-334-3S100 (8) SDR-434-3S100(24) SDR-434-3S100
(8) SDR-524-3S100
Individual Storage Rack Systems Catalog No Catalog No Catalog No
Sliding Drawer Sample Racks For Fiberboard
Storage Boxes (Boxes Not Included)
N-426-RDSN-426-RDS)elpmaslm2(hgih"2rof,kcaRrewarDgnidilS
42yticapaC8yticapaCpeedsexob4xhgihsexob6sdloh;sexob
Sliding Drawer Rack, for 2" high (2ml sample) SDR-524-NSDR-524-N
boxes; holds 5 boxes high x 4 boxes deep Capacity 6Capacity 8
Sliding Drawer Rack, for 2" high (2ml sample) SDR-424-N
boxes; holds 4 boxes high x 4 boxes deep Capacity 6
N-434-RDSN-434-RDS)elpmaslm4(hgih"3rof,kcaRrewarDgnidilS
42yticapaC8yticapaCpeedsexob4xhgihsexob4sdloh;sexob
Sliding Drawer Rack, for 3" high (4ml sample) SDR-334-NSDR-334-N
boxes; holds 3 boxes high x 4 boxes deep Capacity 12 Capacity 8
Standard Cellular Inventory Racks for Fiberboard Storage Boxes (Boxes Not Included)
N-426-RUSN-426-RUS;sexob)elpmaslm2("2rofkcaRyrotnevnI
42yticapaC8yticapaCpeedsexob4xhgihsexob6
Inventory Rack for 2" (2ml sample) boxes; SUR-524-NSUR-524-N
8yticapaC6yticapaCpeedsexob4xhgihsexob5
Inventory Rack for 2" (2ml sample) boxes; SUR-424-N
6yticapaCpeedsexob4xhg
ihsexob4
N-434-RUSN-434-RUS;sexob)elpmaslm4("3rofkcaRyrotnevnI
42yticapaC8yticapaCpeedsexob4xhgihsexob4
Inventory Rack for 3" (4ml sample) boxes; SUR-334-NSUR-334-N
8yticapaC21yticapaCpeedsexob4xhgihsexob3
Microplate Storage Racks (Plates Not Included)
Inventory Rack for microplates, with locking rod; SUMPR-612-LR SUMPR-612-LR SUMPR-612-LR
108 standard plates with cover lid per rack Capacity 6Capacity 8Capacity 24
RL-116-RPMUS;dorgnikcolhtiw,setalporcimrofkcaRyrotnevnI
8yticapaCkcarrepdilrevochtiwsetalpdradnats69
Inventory Rack for microplates, with locking rod; SUMPR-616-LR
60 standard plates with cover lid per rack Capacity 6
Fiberboard Storage Boxes and Dividers Catalog No Catalog No Catalog No
Inventory Box, 2" high (2ml sample)
with 100-Cell Divider B2C-S100 B2C-S100 B2C-S100
Inventory Box, 3" high (4ml sample)
with 100-Cell Divider B3C-S100 B3C-S100 B3C-S100
Inventory Box, 2" high (2ml sample)
Without DividerB2CB2C B2C
Inventory Box, 3" high (4ml sample)
Without DividerB3CB3C B3C
18D18D18DlleC-18,rediviDxoB
46D46D46DlleC-46,rediviDxoB
**
**
3 Columns
4 Rows
MDF-U53VA
Maximum Sample Storage Capacity MDF-U33V MDF-U54VCMDF-U74VC
Rack Positions, Standard Configuration
3 columns4columns6columns
4 rows4rows 4 rows
Fiberboard Boxes, 2" high (2ml) in SANYO racks 216 352 576
Sample Vials, 2ml (2" box), 100-Cell Dividers 21,600 35,20057,600
Fiberboard Boxes, 3" high (4ml) in SANYO Racks 144 224 384
Sample Vials, 4ml (3" box), 100-Cell Dividers 14,400 22,40038,400
Standard Microplate with Foil Tape, in Racks 1296 2112 3456
Standard Microplate with Cover Lid, in Racks 1008 1632 2596
Note: Maximum storage volume varies according to storage vessel, vial configuration, preservation protocol,
laboratory technique and user preference. Contact SANYO for detailed information on inventory racks, boxes and storage options.
Fully Loaded Inventory Systems Catalog No Catalog No Catalog No
Maximum Vial Capacity
Includes full quantity of storage racks, boxes and dividers
Sliding Drawer Inventory Racks,
2" high boxes (2ml sample) 100-Cell Divider
(6) SDR-424-2S100 (8) SDR-434-2S100 (24) SDR-624-2S100
(6) SDR-524-8S100 (8) SDR-524-2S100
Sliding Drawer Inventory Racks,
3" high boxes (4ml sample) 100-Cell Divider
(12) SDR-334-3S100 (8) SDR-434-3S100(24) SDR-434-3S100
(8) SDR-524-3S100
Individual Storage Rack Systems Catalog No Catalog No Catalog No
Sliding Drawer Sample Racks For Fiberboard
Storage Boxes (Boxes Not Included)
N-426-RDSN-426-RDS)elpmaslm2(hgih"2rof,kcaRrewarDgnidilS
42yticapaC8yticapaCpeedsexob4xhgihsexob6sdloh;sexob
Sliding Drawer Rack, for 2" high (2ml sample) SDR-524-NSDR-524-N
boxes; holds 5 boxes high x 4 boxes deep Capacity 6Capacity 8
Sliding Drawer Rack, for 2" high (2ml sample) SDR-424-N
boxes; holds 4 boxes high x 4 boxes deep Capacity 6
N-434-RDSN-434-RDS)elpmaslm4(hgih"3rof,kcaRrewarDgnidilS
42yticapaC8yticapaCpeedsexob4xhgihsexob4sdloh;sexob
Sliding Drawer Rack, for 3" high (4ml sample) SDR-334-NSDR-334-N
boxes; holds 3 boxes high x 4 boxes deep Capacity 12 Capacity 8
Standard Cellular Inventory Racks for Fiberboard Storage Boxes (Boxes Not Included)
N-426-RUSN-426-RUS;sexob)elpmaslm2("2rofkcaRyrotnevnI
42yticapaC8yticapaCpeedsexob4xhgihsexob6
Inventory Rack for 2" (2ml sample) boxes; SUR-524-NSUR-524-N
8yticapaC6yticapaCpeedsexob4xhgihsexob5
Inventory Rack for 2" (2ml sample) boxes; SUR-424-N
6yticapaCpeedsexob4xhg
ihsexob4
N-434-RUSN-434-RUS;sexob)elpmaslm4("3rofkcaRyrotnevnI
42yticapaC8yticapaCpeedsexob4xhgihsexob4
Inventory Rack for 3" (4ml sample) boxes; SUR-334-NSUR-334-N
8yticapaC21yticapaCpeedsexob4xhgihsexob3
Microplate Storage Racks (Plates Not Included)
Inventory Rack for microplates, with locking rod; SUMPR-612-LR SUMPR-612-LR SUMPR-612-LR
108 standard plates with cover lid per rack Capacity 6Capacity 8Capacity 24
RL-116-RPMUS;dorgnikcolhtiw,setalporcimrofkcaRyrotnevnI
8yticapaCkcarrepdilrevochtiwsetalpdradnats69
Inventory Rack for microplates, with locking rod; SUMPR-616-LR
60 standard plates with cover lid per rack Capacity 6
Fiberboard Storage Boxes and Dividers Catalog No Catalog No Catalog No
Inventory Box, 2" high (2ml sample)
with 100-Cell Divider B2C-S100 B2C-S100 B2C-S100
Inventory Box, 3" high (4ml sample)
with 100-Cell Divider B3C-S100 B3C-S100 B3C-S100
Inventory Box, 2" high (2ml sample)
Without DividerB2CB2C B2C
Inventory Box, 3" high (4ml sample)
Without DividerB3CB3C B3C
18D18D18DlleC-18,rediviDxoB
46D46D46DlleC-46,rediviDxoB
**
**
4 Columns
4 Rows
MDF-U53VA
Maximum Sample Storage Capacity MDF-U33V MDF-U54VCMDF-U74VC
Rack Positions, Standard Configuration
3 columns4columns6columns
4 rows4rows 4 rows
Fiberboard Boxes, 2" high (2ml) in SANYO racks 216 352 576
Sample Vials, 2ml (2" box), 100-Cell Dividers 21,600 35,20057,600
Fiberboard Boxes, 3" high (4ml) in SANYO Racks 144 224 384
Sample Vials, 4ml (3" box), 100-Cell Dividers 14,400 22,40038,400
Standard Microplate with Foil Tape, in Racks 1296 2112 3456
Standard Microplate with Cover Lid, in Racks 1008 1632 2596
Note: Maximum storage volume varies according to storage vessel, vial configuration, preservation protocol,
laboratory technique and user preference. Contact SANYO for detailed information on inventory racks, boxes and storage options.
Fully Loaded Inventory Systems Catalog No Catalog No Catalog No
Maximum Vial Capacity
Includes full quantity of storage racks, boxes and dividers
Sliding Drawer Inventory Racks,
2" high boxes (2ml sample) 100-Cell Divider
(6) SDR-424-2S100 (8) SDR-434-2S100 (24) SDR-624-2S100
(6) SDR-524-8S100 (8) SDR-524-2S100
Sliding Drawer Inventory Racks,
3" high boxes (4ml sample) 100-Cell Divider
(12) SDR-334-3S100 (8) SDR-434-3S100(24) SDR-434-3S100
(8) SDR-524-3S100
Individual Storage Rack Systems Catalog No Catalog No Catalog No
Sliding Drawer Sample Racks For Fiberboard
Storage Boxes (Boxes Not Included)
N-426-RDSN-426-RDS)elpmaslm2(hgih"2rof,kcaRrewarDgnidilS
42yticapaC8yticapaCpeedsexob4xhgihsexob6sdloh;sexob
Sliding Drawer Rack, for 2" high (2ml sample) SDR-524-NSDR-524-N
boxes; holds 5 boxes high x 4 boxes deep Capacity 6Capacity 8
Sliding Drawer Rack, for 2" high (2ml sample) SDR-424-N
boxes; holds 4 boxes high x 4 boxes deep Capacity 6
N-434-RDSN-434-RDS)elpmaslm4(hgih"3rof,kcaRrewarDgnidilS
42yticapaC8yticapaCpeedsexob4xhgihsexob4sdloh;sexob
Sliding Drawer Rack, for 3" high (4ml sample) SDR-334-NSDR-334-N
boxes; holds 3 boxes high x 4 boxes deep Capacity 12 Capacity 8
Standard Cellular Inventory Racks for Fiberboard Storage Boxes (Boxes Not Included)
N-426-RUSN-426-RUS;sexob)elpmaslm2("2rofkcaRyrotnevnI
42yticapaC8yticapaCpeedsexob4xhgihsexob6
Inventory Rack for 2" (2ml sample) boxes; SUR-524-NSUR-524-N
8yticapaC6yticapaCpeedsexob4xhgihsexob5
Inventory Rack for 2" (2ml sample) boxes; SUR-424-N
6yticapaCpeedsexob4xhg
ihsexob4
N-434-RUSN-434-RUS;sexob)elpmaslm4("3rofkcaRyrotnevnI
42yticapaC8yticapaCpeedsexob4xhgihsexob4
Inventory Rack for 3" (4ml sample) boxes; SUR-334-NSUR-334-N
8yticapaC21yticapaCpeedsexob4xhgihsexob3
Microplate Storage Racks (Plates Not Included)
Inventory Rack for microplates, with locking rod; SUMPR-612-LR SUMPR-612-LR SUMPR-612-LR
108 standard plates with cover lid per rack Capacity 6Capacity 8Capacity 24
RL-116-RPMUS;dorgnikcolhtiw,setalporcimrofkcaRyrotnevnI
8yticapaCkcarrepdilrevochtiwsetalpdradnats69
Inventory Rack for microplates, with locking rod; SUMPR-616-LR
60 standard plates with cover lid per rack Capacity 6
Fiberboard Storage Boxes and Dividers Catalog No Catalog No Catalog No
Inventory Box, 2" high (2ml sample)
with 100-Cell Divider B2C-S100 B2C-S100 B2C-S100
Inventory Box, 3" high (4ml sample)
with 100-Cell Divider B3C-S100 B3C-S100 B3C-S100
Inventory Box, 2" high (2ml sample)
Without DividerB2CB2C B2C
Inventory Box, 3" high (4ml sample)
Without DividerB3CB3C B3C
18D18D18DlleC-18,rediviDxoB
46D46D46DlleC-46,rediviDxoB
**
**
4 Columns
4 Rows
MDF-U53VA
Maximum Sample Storage Capacity MDF-U33V MDF-U54VCMDF-U74VC
Rack Positions, Standard Configuration
3 columns4columns6columns
4 rows4rows 4 rows
Fiberboard Boxes, 2" high (2ml) in SANYO racks 216 352 576
Sample Vials, 2ml (2" box), 100-Cell Dividers 21,600 35,20057,600
Fiberboard Boxes, 3" high (4ml) in SANYO Racks 144 224 384
Sample Vials, 4ml (3" box), 100-Cell Dividers 14,400 22,40038,400
Standard Microplate with Foil Tape, in Racks 1296 2112 3456
Standard Microplate with Cover Lid, in Racks 1008 1632 2596
Note: Maximum storage volume varies according to storage vessel, vial configuration, preservation protocol,
laboratory technique and user preference. Contact SANYO for detailed information on inventory racks, boxes and storage options.
Fully Loaded Inventory Systems Catalog No Catalog No Catalog No
Maximum Vial Capacity
Includes full quantity of storage racks, boxes and dividers
Sliding Drawer Inventory Racks,
2" high boxes (2ml sample) 100-Cell Divider
(6) SDR-424-2S100 (8) SDR-434-2S100 (24) SDR-624-2S100
(6) SDR-524-8S100 (8) SDR-524-2S100
Sliding Drawer Inventory Racks,
3" high boxes (4ml sample) 100-Cell Divider
(12) SDR-334-3S100 (8) SDR-434-3S100(24) SDR-434-3S100
(8) SDR-524-3S100
Individual Storage Rack Systems Catalog No Catalog No Catalog No
Sliding Drawer Sample Racks For Fiberboard
Storage Boxes (Boxes Not Included)
N-426-RDSN-426-RDS)elpmaslm2(hgih"2rof,kcaRrewarDgnidilS
42yticapaC8yticapaCpeedsexob4xhgihsexob6sdloh;sexob
Sliding Drawer Rack, for 2" high (2ml sample) SDR-524-NSDR-524-N
boxes; holds 5 boxes high x 4 boxes deep Capacity 6Capacity 8
Sliding Drawer Rack, for 2" high (2ml sample) SDR-424-N
boxes; holds 4 boxes high x 4 boxes deep Capacity 6
N-434-RDSN-434-RDS)elpmaslm4(hgih"3rof,kcaRrewarDgnidilS
42yticapaC8yticapaCpeedsexob4xhgihsexob4sdloh;sexob
Sliding Drawer Rack, for 3" high (4ml sample) SDR-334-NSDR-334-N
boxes; holds 3 boxes high x 4 boxes deep Capacity 12 Capacity 8
Standard Cellular Inventory Racks for Fiberboard Storage Boxes (Boxes Not Included)
N-426-RUSN-426-RUS;sexob)elpmaslm2("2rofkcaRyrotnevnI
42yticapaC8yticapaCpeedsexob4xhgihsexob6
Inventory Rack for 2" (2ml sample) boxes; SUR-524-NSUR-524-N
8yticapaC6yticapaCpeedsexob4xhgihsexob5
Inventory Rack for 2" (2ml sample) boxes; SUR-424-N
6yticapaCpeedsexob4xhg
ihsexob4
N-434-RUSN-434-RUS;sexob)elpmaslm4("3rofkcaRyrotnevnI
42yticapaC8yticapaCpeedsexob4xhgihsexob4
Inventory Rack for 3" (4ml sample) boxes; SUR-334-NSUR-334-N
8yticapaC21yticapaCpeedsexob4xhgihsexob3
Microplate Storage Racks (Plates Not Included)
Inventory Rack for microplates, with locking rod; SUMPR-612-LR SUMPR-612-LR SUMPR-612-LR
108 standard plates with cover lid per rack Capacity 6Capacity 8Capacity 24
RL-116-RPMUS;dorgnikcolhtiw,setalporcimrofkcaRyrotnevnI
8yticapaCkcarrepdilrevochtiwsetalpdradnats69
Inventory Rack for microplates, with locking rod; SUMPR-616-LR
60 standard plates with cover lid per rack Capacity 6
Fiberboard Storage Boxes and Dividers Catalog No Catalog No Catalog No
Inventory Box, 2" high (2ml sample)
with 100-Cell Divider B2C-S100 B2C-S100 B2C-S100
Inventory Box, 3" high (4ml sample)
with 100-Cell Divider B3C-S100 B3C-S100 B3C-S100
Inventory Box, 2" high (2ml sample)
Without DividerB2CB2C B2C
Inventory Box, 3" high (4ml sample)
Without DividerB3CB3C B3C
18D18D18DlleC-18,rediviDxoB
46D46D46DlleC-46,rediviDxoB
**
**
6 Columns
4 Rows
MDF-U53VA
Maximum Sample Storage Capacity MDF-U33V MDF-U54VCMDF-U74VC
Rack Positions, Standard Configuration
3 columns4columns6columns
4 rows4rows 4 rows
Fiberboard Boxes, 2" high (2ml) in SANYO racks 216 352 576
Sample Vials, 2ml (2" box), 100-Cell Dividers 21,600 35,20057,600
Fiberboard Boxes, 3" high (4ml) in SANYO Racks 144 224 384
Sample Vials, 4ml (3" box), 100-Cell Dividers 14,400 22,40038,400
Standard Microplate with Foil Tape, in Racks 1296 2112 3456
Standard Microplate with Cover Lid, in Racks 1008 1632 2596
Note: Maximum storage volume varies according to storage vessel, vial configuration, preservation protocol,
laboratory technique and user preference. Contact SANYO for detailed information on inventory racks, boxes and storage options.
Fully Loaded Inventory Systems Catalog No Catalog No Catalog No
Maximum Vial Capacity
Includes full quantity of storage racks, boxes and dividers
Sliding Drawer Inventory Racks,
2" high boxes (2ml sample) 100-Cell Divider
(6) SDR-424-2S100 (8) SDR-434-2S100 (24) SDR-624-2S100
(6) SDR-524-8S100 (8) SDR-524-2S100
Sliding Drawer Inventory Racks,
3" high boxes (4ml sample) 100-Cell Divider
(12) SDR-334-3S100 (8) SDR-434-3S100(24) SDR-434-3S100
(8) SDR-524-3S100
Individual Storage Rack Systems Catalog No Catalog No Catalog No
Sliding Drawer Sample Racks For Fiberboard
Storage Boxes (Boxes Not Included)
N-426-RDSN-426-RDS)elpmaslm2(hgih"2rof,kcaRrewarDgnidilS
42yticapaC8yticapaCpeedsexob4xhgihsexob6sdloh;sexob
Sliding Drawer Rack, for 2" high (2ml sample) SDR-524-NSDR-524-N
boxes; holds 5 boxes high x 4 boxes deep Capacity 6Capacity 8
Sliding Drawer Rack, for 2" high (2ml sample) SDR-424-N
boxes; holds 4 boxes high x 4 boxes deep Capacity 6
N-434-RDSN-434-RDS)elpmaslm4(hgih"3rof,kcaRrewarDgnidilS
42yticapaC8yticapaCpeedsexob4xhgihsexob4sdloh;sexob
Sliding Drawer Rack, for 3" high (4ml sample) SDR-334-NSDR-334-N
boxes; holds 3 boxes high x 4 boxes deep Capacity 12 Capacity 8
Standard Cellular Inventory Racks for Fiberboard Storage Boxes (Boxes Not Included)
N-426-RUSN-426-RUS;sexob)elpmaslm2("2rofkcaRyrotnevnI
42yticapaC8yticapaCpeedsexob4xhgihsexob6
Inventory Rack for 2" (2ml sample) boxes; SUR-524-NSUR-524-N
8yticapaC6yticapaCpeedsexob4xhgihsexob5
Inventory Rack for 2" (2ml sample) boxes; SUR-424-N
6yticapaCpeedsexob4xhg
ihsexob4
N-434-RUSN-434-RUS;sexob)elpmaslm4("3rofkcaRyrotnevnI
42yticapaC8yticapaCpeedsexob4xhgihsexob4
Inventory Rack for 3" (4ml sample) boxes; SUR-334-NSUR-334-N
8yticapaC21yticapaCpeedsexob4xhgihsexob3
Microplate Storage Racks (Plates Not Included)
Inventory Rack for microplates, with locking rod; SUMPR-612-LR SUMPR-612-LR SUMPR-612-LR
108 standard plates with cover lid per rack Capacity 6Capacity 8Capacity 24
RL-116-RPMUS;dorgnikcolhtiw,setalporcimrofkcaRyrotnevnI
8yticapaCkcarrepdilrevochtiwsetalpdradnats69
Inventory Rack for microplates, with locking rod; SUMPR-616-LR
60 standard plates with cover lid per rack Capacity 6
Fiberboard Storage Boxes and Dividers Catalog No Catalog No Catalog No
Inventory Box, 2" high (2ml sample)
with 100-Cell Divider B2C-S100 B2C-S100 B2C-S100
Inventory Box, 3" high (4ml sample)
with 100-Cell Divider B3C-S100 B3C-S100 B3C-S100
Inventory Box, 2" high (2ml sample)
Without DividerB2CB2C B2C
Inventory Box, 3" high (4ml sample)
Without DividerB3CB3C B3C
18D18D18DlleC-18,rediviDxoB
46D46D46DlleC-46,rediviDxoB
**
**
6 Columns
4 Rows
Fiberboard Boxes, 2” high (2ml) in Racks 216 352 384 576 576
Sample Vials, 2ml (2” box), 100-Cell Dividers 21,60 0 35,200 38,400 5 7,6 0 0 5 7,6 0 0
Fiberboard Boxes, 3” high (4ml) in Racks 14 4 224 256 384 384
Sample Vials, 4ml (3” box), 100-Cell Dividers 14,400 22,400 25,600 38,400 38,400
Standard Microplate with Foil Tape, in Racks 1,298 2,112 2,112 3,456 3,456
Standard Microplate with Cover Lid, in Racks 1,008 1,632 1,632 2,596 2,596
Fully Loaded Inventory Systems Catalog Number Catalog Number Catalog Number Catalog Number Catalog Number
Maximum Vial Capacity
Includes full quantity of storage racks, boxes and dividers
Sliding Drawer Inventory Racks
2” High Boxes (2ml Sample) 100-Cell Divider
(6) SDR-424-2S100
(6) SDR-524-2S100
(8) SDR-624-2S100
(8) SDR-524-2S100
(8) SDR-434-2S100
(8) SDR-524-2S100 (24) SDR-624-2S100 (24) SDR-624-2S100
Sliding Drawer Inventory Racks,
3” High Boxes (4ml Sample) 100-Cell Divider (12) SDR-334-3S100 (8) SDR-434-3S100
(8) SDR-334-3S100
(8) SDR-434-3S100
(8) SDR-524-3S100 (24) SDR-434-3S100 (24) SDR-434-3S100
Individual Storage Rack System Catalog Number Catalog Number Catalog Number Catalog Number Catalog Number
Sliding Drawer Sample Racks for Fiberboard Storage Boxes
(Boxes Not Included)
Sliding Drawer Rack, for 2” high (2ml sample)
boxes; holds 6 boxes high x 4 boxes deep
SDR-624-N
Capacity 8
SDR-624-N
Capacity 16
SDR-624-N
Capacity 24
SDR-624-N
Capacity 24
Sliding Drawer Rack, for 2” high (2ml sample)
boxes; holds 5 boxes high x 4 boxes deep
SDR-524-N
Capacity 6
SDR-524-N
Capacity 8
Sliding Drawer Rack, for 2” high (2ml sample)
boxes; holds 4 boxes high x 4 boxes deep
SDR-424-N
Capacity 6
Sliding Drawer Rack, for 3” high (4ml sample)
boxes; holds 4 boxes high x 4 boxes deep
SDR-434-N
Capacity 8
SDR-434-N
Capacity 8
SDR-434-N
Capacity 24
SDR-434-N
Capacity 24
Sliding Drawer Rack, for 3” high (4ml sample)
boxes; holds 3 boxes high x 4 boxes deep
SDR-334-N
Capacity 12
SDR-334-N
Capacity 8
SDR-334-N
Capacity 8
Standard Cellular Inventory Racks for Fiberboard Storage Boxes
(Boxes Not Included)
Inventory Rack for 2” (2ml sample) boxes;
6 boxes high x 4 boxes deep
SUR-624-N
Capacity 8
SUR-624-N
Capacity 16
SUR-624-N
Capacity 24
SUR-624-N
Capacity 24
Inventory Rack for 2” (2ml sample) boxes;
5 boxes high x 4 boxes deep
SUR-524-N
Capacity 6
SUR-524-N
Capacity 8
Inventory Rack for 2” (2ml sample) boxes;
4 boxes high x 4 boxes deep
SUR-424-N
Capacity 6
Inventory Rack for 3” (4ml sample) boxes;
4 boxes high x 4 boxes deep
SUR-434-N
Capacity 8
SUR-434-N
Capacity 8
SUR-434-N
Capacity 24
SUR-434-N
Capacity 24
Inventory Rack for 3” (4ml sample) boxes;
3 boxes high x 4 boxes deep
SUR-334-N
Capacity 12
SUR-334-N
Capacity 8
SUR-334-N
Capacity 8
VIP®Series Door Conguration

11
Maximum Sample Storage Capacity
Description
Model Number MDF-U33V-PA MDF-U53VA-PA MDF-U56VC-PA MDF-U76VC-PA MDF-U76VA-PA
Individual Storage Rack System Catalog Number Catalog Number Catalog Number Catalog Number Catalog Number
Microplate Storage Racks
(Plates Not Included)
Inventory Rack for Microplates, with locking rod;
108 Standard Plates with Cover Lid Per Rack
SUMPR-612-LR
Capacity 6
SUMPR-612-LR
Capacity 8
SUMPR-612-LR
Capacity 8
SUMPR-612-LR
Capacity 24
SUMPR-612-LR
Capacity 24
Inventory Rack for Microplates, with locking rod;
96 Standard Plates with Cover Lid Per Rack
SUMPR-611-LR
Capacity 8
SUMPR-611-LR
Capacity 8
Inventory Rack for Microplates, with locking rod;
60 Standard Plates with Cover Lid Per Rack
SUMPR-616-LR
Capacity 6
Fiberboard Storage Boxes and Dividers
Inventory Box, 2” high (2ml sample)
with 100-Cell Divider B2C-S100 B2C-S100 B2C-S100 B2C-S100 B2C-S100
Inventory Box, 3” high (4ml sample)
with 100-Cell Divider B3C-S100 B3C-S100 B3C-S100 B3C-S100 B3C-S100
Inventory Box, 2” high (2ml sample)
without Divider B2C B2C B2C B2C B2C
Inventory Box, 3” high (4ml sample)
without Divider B3C B3C B3C B3C B3C
Box Divider, 81-Cell D81 D81 D81 D81 D81
Box Divider, 64-Cell D64 D64 D64 D64 D64
VIP®Series Door Conguration
Options & Accessories
Water Cooled Option Features Description
Water Pressure & Temperature Maximum Water Pressure: 150psig, Minimum Water Pressure Differential: 15psig, Maximum Water Temperature: 30°C
Connections Typically ½” compression fittings on inlet and outlet but can be customized for customer needs
Required Water Flow Rate
(Maximum) Tower Water: 11.4 liters per minute
Installation
Qualified technician required at time of installation to balance water flow requirements. Efficiencies can be easily obtained
regarding water usage by balancing the water flow to optimum usage and freezer efficiency dependent upon the specific site
installation
Accessory Description Catalog Number
Half Inner Door Set of two; Field Installed; replaces half inner door;
for a four-door conguration order two sets
MDF-5ID-PW (MDF-U53VA), MDF-5ID1-PW (MDFU-56VC),
MDF-7ID1-PW (MDF-U76VC / MDF-U76VA)
Digital Temperature Recorder Auxiliary Data Logger HAMSTERDT2
Liquid CO2 Back-Up System Auxiliary tank back in event of power failure CVK-UB2(I)-PW
Liquid N2 Back-Up System Auxiliary tank back in event of power failure CVK-UBN2-PW
Chart Recorder Circular Chart Temperature Recorder, 7 Day MTR-C954
Chart Paper 6” Diameter, 7 Day Chart C7100386REV
Replacement Pen, Red / Blue Felt tip pens, 6 per pack R252 / R253
Digital Touch Panel Recorder Programmable digital temperature recorder FT560SN
Data Logging Software For use with touch panel recorder A016
21 CFR Part 11 Compliant Software For use with touch panel recorder A026

-86°C Ultra-Low Freezers
Description
Model Number MDF-U33V-PA MDF-U53VA-PA MDF-U56VC-PA MDF-U76VC-PA MDF-U76VA-PA
Interior Volume 11.8 cu.ft.
334 L
18.3 cu.ft.
519 L
18.6 cu.ft.
526 L
25.7 cu.ft.
728 L
25.7 cu.ft.
728 L
Area Footprint, Nominal 6.25 sq.ft.
0.58 m2
7.24 sq.ft.
0.68 m2
7.24 sq.ft.
0.68 m2
9.51 sq.ft.
0.88 m2
9.51 sq.ft.
0.88 m2
Electrical, 60 Hz 115V, AC, 15 amp 115V, AC, 20 amp 208/230V, AC, 15 amp 208/230V, AC, 15 amp 115V, AC, 20 amp
Patented VIP®Construction
Insulated Inner Door Steel-framed, high impact plastic with foam-in place insulation
Inner Door Conguration 22 (4 optional) 2 (4 optional) 2 (4 optional) 2 (4 optional)
Door Gaskets Multi-point compression gaskets
Condenser Filter, Easy Cleaning Electrostatic lter standard, front accessible for easy access, no tools required
Rounded Interior Corners Simplify Cleaning
Shelf Brackets Incrementally adjustable
Casters High-impact 4 with levelling feet
Seismic Restraints Standard; hard connection to facility wall
Access Ports Multiple ports allow use of injection tubes, probes, leads, instrumentation
Dimensions & Weight
Interior (w x f-b x h) 19.3” x 23.6” x 44.9”
490 x 600 x 1140 mm
24.8” x 23.6” x 54.3”
630 x 600 x 1380 mm
24.8” x 23.6” x 55.1”
630 x 600 x 1400 mm
34.2” x 23.6” x 55.1”
870 x 600 x 1400 mm
34.2” x 23.6” x 55.1”
870 x 600 x 1400 mm
Exterior (w x f-b x h) 26.4” x 34.1” x 73.2”
670 x 867 x 1860 mm
30.3” x 34.4” x 78.3”
770 x 870 x 1990 mm
30.3” x 34.4” x 78.3”
770 x 870 x 1990 mm
39.8” x 34.4” x 78.3”
1010 x 870 x 1990 mm
39.8” x 34.4” x 78.3”
1010 x 870 x 1990 mm
Net Weight, Empty 562 lbs
255 kg
660 lbs
299 kg
672 lbs
305 kg
805 lbs
365 kg
820 lbs
373 kg
Refrigeration System, HFC Refrigerants, Panasonic Cool Safe High Performance Compressors
High Stage 1 HP ½ HP 1 HP 1 HP 1 HP
Low Stage ¾ HP 1 HP 1½ HP 1½ HP 1½ HP
Voltage Booster, Built-In Not Available Not Available Standard Standard Not Applicable
Sound Abatement Standard Standard Standard Standard Standard
Refrigeration System, HFC Refrigerants, Panasonic Cool Safe High Performance Compressors
Power, AC, 1 Phase 115V 115V 208-230V 208-230V 115V
Recommended Breaker, Dedicated 15 amp 20 amp 15 amp 15 amp 20 amp
NEMA Plug / Receptacle 5-15P/5-15R 5-20P/5-20R 6 -15P/6-15R 6-15P/6-15R 5-20P/5-20R
VIP®Series Specications
Product conforms to RoHS
(European Restriction of Hazardous
Substance directives)
Panasonic Healthcare Company of North America
1300 Michael Drive, Suite A, Wood Dale, IL 60191
Toll Free USA [phone], Fax [phone]
www.panasonic.com/biomedical
© Panasonic Printed in USA 2012.02 JB
JB201205V2