Noise Level | Laboratories requiring quiet environments | Base: 50 dB (ISO 1999 compliant) ▲ Advanced: 45 dB (quieter than a refrigerator, 43 dBA) | Minimizes auditory distraction; Advanced tier supports sensitive acoustic labs | Base tier may disrupt nearby audio equipment; Advanced adds cost (~20% premium) |
Airflow Type | Hazardous fume/particle containment | Vertical Flow: 0.5 m/s (ISO 14644-3) ▲ Horizontal Flow: 0.35 m/s (customizable) | Vertical ensures downward particle capture; Horizontal suits wide-area fume dispersion | Vertical requires precise height calibration; Horizontal may compromise vertical containment |
Material Construction | Corrosive/chemical-heavy labs | Base: Stainless Steel (ASTM A240) ▲ Advanced: 316L SS + epoxy coating (ASTM F138) | Base resists mild acids; Advanced withstands 50+ chemical exposures (ASTM D543) | Advanced materials increase weight and cost (~30% heavier) |
Portability | Mobile lab setups | Base: Casters (ISO 7094) ▲ Advanced: Heavy-duty swivel casters + brakes | Easy relocation between labs; Advanced ensures stability on uneven surfaces | Casters may scratch floors; Advanced requires training for maneuvering |
Customization Options | Variable lab configurations | Base: Fixed shelves (ISO 14644-1) ▲ Advanced: Motorized height adjustment (ISO 14644-7) | Base accommodates standard setups; Advanced adapts to user height/ equipment size | Base lacks flexibility; Advanced adds complexity to installation |
Safety Features | High-risk chemical handling | Base: Perforated shelves (ASTM E1527) ▲ Advanced: Dual airflow sensors (ISO 15190) | Base prevents fume stagnation; Advanced auto-adjusts airflow during spills | Base relies on manual monitoring; Advanced requires frequent sensor calibration |