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Humidity Control
The InvivO
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workstations control the humidity of the workstation chamber from ambient
to 85% relative humidity.
Note: Any equipment installed in the workstation chamber must be suitable for the humidity level
inside the workstation chamber. If in doubt, consult the manufacturers’ datasheet or manual for
any equipment that is installed in the workstation chamber. Ruskinn Technology Limited accepts
no responsibility for damage to any equipment installed in the workstation chamber that is not
suitable for the conditions inside the workstation chamber.
Aquasorb Sachets
*supplied with workstations that do not have Ultrasonic Humidity option
These sachets contain a small amount of a super absorbent polymer that has the ability
to absorb 500 times its weight in water that is then evaporated into the workstation
atmosphere. The workstation allows the humidity to rise to a user defined maximum at
which point it will start to strip the excess humidity away at a control accuracy of +/-6%.
One sachet should deliver a humidity level of at least 70% for more than 3 days.
Figure 20: Aquasorb Sachets - Empty and Charged
The sachets are supplied ‘dry’ and require charging before use by placing the sachet in
the tray provided with them and filling with deionised water. The sachet will expand as it
absorbs the water to fill the volume of the sachet. Once complete, lightly shake and/or
wipe off any excess water droplets and then place in the workstation on the metal tray.
The sachets can be ‘recharged’ multiple times and are capable of continuous use for a
number of months if kept clean. It is up to the end user to decide on the frequency of
replacement but we recommend every month or two to change the sachet. Additional
sachets can be purchased from Ruskinn or your local distributor.
Figure 21: Aquasorb Sachet in Workstation
