Product Overview
Temperature-Controlled Circulating Water Bath for Laboratory Use - Used
Product Condition
Used. Fair cosmetic condition with scuffs and scratches from regular use and storage. A small section of the aluminum fins on the front condenser coil is slightly bent, with no observed impact on operation. The cover of the condenser coil fits quite tight and is a little hard to open. The unit heats and cools quickly with no performance issues noted during inspection. Lid is not included.
Carefully packed and shipped same business day from our Idaho warehouse. Online since 1999. Honest equipment and straightforward service.
Product Overview
VWR Scientific Model 1166 heated and refrigerated circulating water bath designed for precise temperature control in laboratory environments. This unit provides both heating and active cooling, allowing stable setpoints across a wide range for samples, instruments, or external circulation. VWR laboratory baths are widely used in research, clinical, and industrial labs for their straightforward controls and dependable thermal performance. The Model 1166 remains a practical solution where controlled liquid temperature is critical to repeatable results.
Key Features
- VWR Scientific Model 1166 heated and refrigerated water bath
- Integrated heating and cooling capability
- Rapid temperature response observed during testing
- Circulating design for uniform bath temperature
- Front-mounted condenser coil for active cooling
- Industrial laboratory construction
- Compatible with external circulation setups
Applications
- Laboratory temperature-controlled experiments
- Sample incubation and conditioning
- Calibration of temperature-sensitive instruments
- External circulation for jackets or heat exchangers
- Research and development labs
- Quality control and testing environments
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the water bath both heat and cool?
Yes. The unit heats and cools quickly, with no issues observed during functional testing.
Is the bent condenser fin a problem?
No performance impact was observed. The bent fins are cosmetic and did not affect heating or cooling operation.
Is a lid included?
No. This unit does not include a lid.
Was the unit fully tested?
Basic functional testing was performed to confirm heating and cooling operation. No long-duration or calibrated testing was conducted.
Who is this unit best suited for?
Laboratories or facilities needing a dependable circulating bath for routine temperature control tasks.
Built for daily lab work rather than show, the Model 1166 focuses on doing one job well—holding temperature steady when experiments depend on it.
