The DK 8 Series digestion unit, emphasizing its design, functionality, and efficiency in laboratory settings.

Key Features and Specifications:

• Construction Material: The unit is made with epoxy-painted material with a chemical-resistant coating, ensuring durability and resistance to harsh laboratory environments.
• Temperature Range: Operates within a broad range, from ambient to 450 °C (842 °F).
• Stability & Precision: The heating block's temperature stability and precision are both ± 0.5 °C, ensuring consistent and accurate performance.
• Temperature Control: The set temperature is displayed digitally, with calibration being automatic, and users can select up to 4 ramps per program.
• Time Settings: The digestion time can be adjusted from 1 to 999 minutes in 1-minute increments, with a countdown timer displayed digitally.
• Capacity: The unit accommodates up to 8 test tubes, each 250 ml with a diameter of 42 mm.
• Power Consumption: The device operates at 1150 W.
• Dimensions: The aluminum block measures 230x140x420 mm, while the entire unit measures 230x690x420 mm, making it compact and space-efficient.
• Weight: The unit weighs 11 kg (24.2 lb), ensuring it is sturdy yet manageable.

Included Accessories:

• Test Tubes: Three 250 ml test tubes (Ø42x300 mm) are included.
• Sample Rack: A sample rack specifically designed for the DK-DKL8 model.
• Suction Cap and Drip Tray: These are essential for maintaining cleanliness and safety during digestion processes.
• Support: Designed for compatibility with various DK series models, including DK6, DK8, DK18/26, and DK6/48.

Performance and Design:

• Thermal Homogeneity: The aluminum heating block ensures high thermal homogeneity, with precise temperature control, guaranteeing accuracy and repeatability across samples.
• Energy Efficiency: The DK 8 Series is designed to reduce energy consumption by 13% compared to previous models, contributing to cost savings and lower CO2 emissions.
• Space-Saving Design: The compact and vertically oriented design allows for optimal use of laboratory space, particularly under fume hoods.
• Durability: The stainless steel structure and protective aluminum block grid enhance the unit's resistance to chemicals and mechanical stress.

User Interface and Safety:

• Digital Interface: The bright and intuitive digital display simplifies operation, allowing for easy navigation through menu options and programming of up to 20 methods with 4 temperature ramps.
• Acoustic Signals: Alerts operators upon completion of the analysis, making the unit user-friendly.
• Protective Design: The inclined front panel shields the interface from chemical spills, especially at high temperatures.

TEMS™ Technology:

• Time, Energy, Money, and Space Savings: The DK Series incorporates TEMS™ technology to deliver significant savings in time, energy, costs, and laboratory space, making it a highly efficient and economical choice for laboratories.