The EA-31000 SMARTBOX Lab Control Unit is a single-output CO2 euthanasia controller designed for individual researchers working with single-cage rodent euthanasia procedures in laboratory animal research facilities and vivarium environments. This AVMA-compliant mouse euthanasia system features programmable charge and dwell times that allow researchers to customize CO2 delivery protocols based on specific IACUC requirements, animal species, or institutional standard operating procedures. The unit operates at a fixed flow rate determined by the external CO2 source pressure, providing consistent gas displacement rates that minimize animal distress while ensuring humane endpoints in compliance with American Veterinary Medical Association guidelines for laboratory rodent euthanasia.

Engineered for flexibility and researcher autonomy, the SMARTBOX Lab Control Unit enables individual investigators to retrieve animals quickly for time-sensitive tissue collection, rapid necropsy procedures, or sequential euthanasia workflows without waiting for centralized vivarium euthanasia stations. The system utilizes the full range of Euthanex lids or accommodates existing induction chambers, making it compatible with diverse laboratory setups and cage configurations used in behavioral studies, pharmacology research, or disease model investigations. Red and green indicator lights clearly signal when the euthanasia cycle is running and when the programmed protocol is complete, reducing operator uncertainty and improving workflow efficiency for research technicians managing multiple experimental timelines or coordinated tissue harvesting procedures.

Safety features built into the EA-31000 include automatic shutoff that conserves CO2 gas and protects personnel from accidental exposure in bench-top or rodent housing areas. Double throw switches provide simple start and stop control for each euthanasia cycle, minimizing operator error and excessive gas consumption during high-volume research days. The wall-mountable controller design allows convenient installation near necropsy stations, procedure benches, or individual investigator workspaces, supporting distributed euthanasia capabilities across multiple laboratory rooms. The system includes one SMARTBOX Lab Control Unit and one EA-1130 Lab Unit Hose, with Euthanex lids sold separately to accommodate specific cage types and experimental requirements. ARES Scientific is an authorized distributor for Euthanex and E-Z Systems, ensuring you receive genuine products with full manufacturer warranty, technical support, and access to compatible accessories for your laboratory animal euthanasia equipment needs.