ARES Cool ARS-HC-49S 49 Cu. Ft. Double Solid Door Laboratory Refrigerator

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ARES Cool ARS-HC-49S 49 Cu. Ft. Double Solid Door Laboratory Refrigerator – Product Highlights

• 49 cu. ft. maximum-capacity cold storage with dual solid doors: The largest unit in the ARES Cool Plus Series, the ARS-HC-49S provides 49 cubic feet of interior storage behind two self-closing swing doors — right and left hinged — supporting core facilities, multi-department institutions, and high-throughput pharmaceutical and clinical operations that require a single large-capacity refrigerator in place of multiple smaller units.
• Microprocessor temperature controller with digital display: Delivers precise, verifiable 1°C–10°C temperature control and rapid recovery across the full 49 cu. ft. cabinet volume, replacing mechanical-style thermostat variability with the documentation-ready precision required in GLP, GMP, and regulated research environments.
• Independent alarm and monitoring module: The temperature display and alarm system operates 100% independently of the microprocessor controller — ensuring that audible/visual alarms, remote alarm contacts, sensor error detection, power failure notification, resettable Min/Max history, and alarm mute with ring-back remain fully active even during a controller fault.
• Forced draft air circulation across 49 cu. ft. interior: An interior fan-driven forced-draft system maintains even temperature distribution throughout the full cabinet and enables rapid recovery after door openings, minimizing excursion risk during frequent access in busy cold storage workflows.
• Eight adjustable shelves with ½” increment positioning: Eight wire shelves adjustable in ½-inch increments provide flexible organization for diverse container formats — from tube racks and sample boxes to large carboys and tray stacks — across research, pharmaceutical, and vivarium cold storage workflows.
• Energy Star certified with EPA/SNAP-compliant R290 refrigerant: The ARS-HC-49S is Energy Star Certified and operates on natural hydrocarbon refrigerant (R290) — HFC-free, low global warming potential, and fully compliant with EPA/SNAP program mandates — supporting institutional sustainability goals and green procurement requirements without sacrificing cooling performance across a 49 cu. ft. load.
• RS-485 MODBUS digital communication: Built-in RS-485 MODBUS connectivity supports integration with building management systems and centralized temperature monitoring platforms used in cGMP, pharmaceutical manufacturing, and large multi-department academic and clinical facilities.
• Foamed-in-place high-density urethane insulation: EPA-compliant foamed-in-place cabinet construction provides consistent thermal performance across the full cabinet perimeter, reducing energy draw and supporting stable internal temperatures even during extended high-use periods.
• Keyed door lock, LED safety-shielded lighting, and swivel casters: A shared keyed lock secures both doors for controlled-access storage in pharmacy, blood bank, and clinical environments; switch-controlled safety-shielded LED lighting preserves sample integrity without heat generation; and swivel casters allow repositioning without additional equipment despite the unit’s 396 lb footprint.
• ARES Cool proprietary brand with full ARES Scientific warranty support: The ARS-HC-49S is part of the ARES Cool line, ARES Scientific’s proprietary cold storage brand distributed exclusively by ARES Scientific with a 2-year parts and labor warranty and a 5-year compressor warranty backed directly by ARES.

Frequently Asked Questions – ARES Cool ARS-HC-49S 49 Cu. Ft. Double Solid Door Laboratory Refrigerator

What is the ARES Cool ARS-HC-49S and what is it designed for?

The ARS-HC-49S is a 49 cu. ft. double solid door upright laboratory refrigerator — the largest model in the ARES Cool Plus Series — designed for high-volume 1°C–10°C cold storage of samples, reagents, buffers, culture media, antibodies, enzymes, and pharmaceutical products in core facilities, multi-department research institutions, cGMP manufacturing operations, and any large-scale environment requiring maximum-capacity laboratory-grade refrigeration with comprehensive alarm and monitoring coverage.

How does the ARS-HC-49S compare to the ARS-HC-36S and ARS-HC-26S?

The ARS-HC-49S provides 49 cu. ft. of storage — 13 cu. ft. more than the ARS-HC-36S and 23 cu. ft. more than the ARS-HC-26S — with the same two-door configuration and eight-shelf layout as the 36S but a wider 54″ exterior footprint versus 39.625″ on the 36S; it also adds Energy Star certification not present on the 36S, making it the right choice for facilities consolidating multiple smaller units or standardizing on a single high-capacity refrigerator; explore all laboratory refrigerators to compare configurations.

What refrigerant does the ARS-HC-49S use and is it Energy Star certified?

The ARS-HC-49S uses natural hydrocarbon refrigerant (R290), which contains no hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs), carries a low global warming potential, and meets EPA/SNAP program compliance requirements; the unit is Energy Star Certified and ETL/C-ETL listed to UL471 standard, supporting regulatory and sustainability requirements for large-capacity laboratory cold storage equipment procurement.

Does the ARS-HC-49S support facility monitoring integration?

Yes — the ARS-HC-49S includes RS-485 MODBUS digital communication, enabling integration with building management systems and centralized temperature monitoring platforms used in pharmaceutical manufacturing, large academic research campuses, and cGMP quality environments; while onboard data transfer and chart recorder functions are listed as non-applicable on this model, the MODBUS interface supports connection to external monitoring solutions.

What are the electrical and space requirements for the ARS-HC-49S?

The ARS-HC-49S requires a 115V, 60 Hz, 4.5-amp circuit and connects via a NEMA 5-15 plug (standard three-prong) at a rated draw of 1/4 HP; exterior dimensions are 54″ W × 34.75″ D × 81.75″ H with a per-door swing of 23.375″ and a total open depth of 58.125″ — facilities should confirm available floor space and dedicated circuit capacity before installation given the unit’s 54-inch width and 396 lb product weight.

What warranty is included with the ARS-HC-49S?

The ARS-HC-49S is backed by a 2-year parts and labor warranty and a 5-year compressor warranty, both supported directly through ARES Scientific as the exclusive distributor of the ARES Cool proprietary cold storage line; explore complementary laboratory freezers and cold storage options from ARES Scientific to complete your facility’s cold chain infrastructure.