Animal Care Systems Optirat Plus Rack
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Our Largest, Multi-Level Rack System for Rats
Optirat Plus IVC rack system provides multi-level housing for rats and other large rodents. This spacious rodent cage allows the housing of larger Group and fewer single animals. The wide interior enables additional intra-cage enrichment like shelters and allows rats to express natural behaviors, as well as to stand upright, enhancing well-being. The mezzanine increases floor space and adds complexity to the cage environment.
Optirat Plus combines our proven motor-free, exhaust-ventilated technology and high-density carousel design with improved ease of use and maintenance. The feeder is located near the rear of the cage for improved visibility of animals, and the water bottles are externally located to allow changing without opening cages.
Description
Features:
• Large, multi-level cages; increased height and floor space
• Mezzanine adds complexity and more living space
• Ultra-high density
• Large enough to house rats, hamsters, gerbils, guinea pigs, deer mice, and wild-caught rodents
• Also suitable for invertebrates
• Integrated cage card holder
• Flat-bottom cage bases
• Fits through standard 36″ door with cages removed
• Extra cage height and special accessories optimize housing for rats with implants
• Accessory components are available to support a variety of specialized models
Same operating principles as all Animal Care Systems racks:
• One-pass, low-velocity airflow with total volume air changes
• No electric motors, no energy consumption
• No noise or vibration
• Prevents release of odors and allergens in the animal room
• Superior cage visibility
• Fast and easy cage filter replacement
• Easy and low cost to maintain
• Rack Dimensions with Cages and Card Holders: 41.0 in. (1042 mm) L x 39.7 in. (991 mm) W x 78.0 in. (1981 mm) H
• Rack Only Dimensions: 39.7 in. (1009 mm) L x 33.7 in. (856 mm) W x 78.0 in. (1981 mm) H
• Airflow Requirements per Rack: 55 CFM (26 liters/sec) minimum; 82 CFM (39 liters/sec) recommended
• Rack Weight: 505 lbs (229 kg) with cages
• Rack Casters: Four 4-inch swivel casters; two locking, two non-locking
• Rack Capacity: 30 cage stations
