Habitat Bioreactors

HABITAT RESEARCH - The award-winning bioreactor, photobioreactor and fermenter in one

HABITAT RESEARCH - The award-winning bioreactor, photobioreactor and fermenter in one
Award-winning bioreactor with touchscreen control, 10L vessel, storage rack, and precision pump heads for accurate fluid management

The HABITAT Research bioreactor from IKA combines more than 100 years of expertise in laboratory equipment with the latest research in bioprocessing. This translates into new standards in mixing, temperature control, automation, safety, and ergonomic design.

Highly versatile, the HABITAT supports wide range of applications across cell culture, fermentation, or phototrophic cultivation. As a compact benchtop bioreactor, it provides a powerful yet space-efficient solution for controlled studies.

One system suitable for all bioprocessing applications

All-purpose bioreactor for cell growth of any cell type

Wide range of most advanced sensors
pH, DO, T, anti-foam and level sensors included in all vessel packages
Add latest technology sensors, such as viable biomass or off-gas analysis
Soft-sensor-enabled for advanced data analysis
Exceptionally user-friendly control software
Software with intuitive interface for effortless setup
Fully automated control of key variables such as pH or temperature

Modular System

Mix and match the HABITAT's accessories to create the optimal bioreactor package for your bioprocessing needs.

Vessels: Single- and double-wall glass vessels (from 0.5 l to 10 l)

Key vessel components
Impellers: Rushton and 3-pitched blade
Spargers (micro or ring), baffle, foam breakers, spin filters, harvest pipes
Sensors (by IKA or 3rd party):
Temperature, pH (digital or analog), DO (digital, analog or optical), CO2, foam, level, turbidity (3 options), viable cell mass, redox

LED panels to convert your bioreactor into a photobioreactor

Temperature control
Circulator/thermostat that can be controlled via the HABITAT control unit
Cooling finger, heating blanket
Off-gas analysis via BlueVary off-gas analyzer