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The typical lifespan of an ultra-low temperature (ULT) freezer is 12-15 years. Properly maintaining your ULT freezer will increase its useful life, reduce temperature fluctuations, and minimize energy consumption.
Chill Up Freezer Set Points
Reduce the energy consumption of your ultra-low temperature freezers by changing the set point from -80 degrees Celsius to -70 degrees Celsius. Chilling up your freezer will save over 1000 kWh and over $100 in energy costs every year. It also prolongs your ULT freezer’s lifespan!
ULT Freezer Maintenance Resources
Always consult the manufacturer’s instructions before attempting any maintenance procedures.
Detailed Ultra-Low Temp Freezer Maintenance
Short How-To Videos
- Eppendorf ULT Freezer – How to Protect Precious Samples
- Esco Lexicon® ULT Freezer Maintenance Video
- Haier Biomedical – How to clean the condenser filter
- Thermo Fisher Scientific – ULT How-To Videos (scroll down to the bottom)
Manufacturer Maintenance Protocols
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