DKL 8 Automatic Digestion Unit

The DKL 8 Automatic Digestion Unit is an advanced Kjeldahl digestion system featuring an 8-position aluminum heating block that delivers outstanding thermal stability, temperature uniformity, and analytical reliability.

Included Accessories

• DKL 8 Digester, 230V/50–60Hz (F30100200)

• Lift for DKL 8 (A00000170)

• Suction Cap and Drip Tray for DKL 8 (A00000175)

• Sample Rack for DKL 8 (A00000173)

• 3 × Test Tubes, Ø 42 × 300 mm, 250 mL (A00000144)

For complete neutralization of digestion fumes, the KS 1000 Scrubber is highly recommended.

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Walk-Away Digestion Technology

The DKL series is a fully automatic digestion solution designed to maximize laboratory productivity. Each unit is supplied complete with:

• Aluminum heating block

• Automatic lift system

• Suction hood

• Test tubes

• Sample rack

• Drip tray

The system includes a library of 54 digestion programs (30 pre-installed and 24 customizable). Users simply select the desired program, press START, and allow the instrument to perform the digestion automatically.

The automatic lift eliminates the need to handle hot tubes, improving both safety and convenience.

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High-Performance Aluminum Heating Block

The premium aluminum heating block offers exceptional heating efficiency and temperature uniformity.

Key Benefits

• Reaches 420°C in approximately 20–22 minutes

• Temperature accuracy: ±0.5°C

• Temperature stability: ±0.5°C

• Excellent heat conductivity and repeatability

• Reduced digestion time according to the Kjeldahl method

The combination of high-quality materials and an advanced microprocessor ensures precise temperature control throughout the digestion process.

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Compact Space-Saving Design

Laboratory bench space is always valuable. The DKL 8 features a compact footprint that allows:

• Efficient use of bench space

• Easy installation under laboratory fume hoods

• Better laboratory organization

• Accommodation of additional instruments on the same bench

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User-Friendly Operation

The bright LCD graphic display provides all critical operating parameters at a glance.

Features

• Real-time temperature monitoring

• Ramp programming display

• Storage for up to 54 programs

• Up to 4 temperature ramps per program

• Multilingual interface

• Analysis progress monitoring

• Simple and intuitive navigation

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Fume Neutralization System

For applications generating acid fumes, corrosive vapors, or hazardous gases during digestion, the following accessory is strongly recommended:

KS 1000 Scrubber

• Effectively neutralizes digestion fumes

• Enhances laboratory safety

• Protects personnel and equipment from corrosive vapors

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TEMS™ Technology

The DKL series incorporates VELP’s exclusive TEMS™ (Time, Energy, Money, Space) technology.

Time

• Fast heating to 420°C in approximately 22 minutes

• Excellent temperature homogeneity and reliability

Energy

• Up to 35% lower energy consumption

• Reduced CO₂ emissions

Money

• Lower operating costs per analysis

• Increased sample throughput without additional expenses

Space

• Compact design for optimal laboratory space utilization

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Technical Specifications

Parameter	Specification
Construction Material	Stainless steel with chemical-resistant coating
Lift & Suction Cap Control	Automatic
Control System	Microprocessor with LCD graphic display
Temperature Range	Ambient to 450°C (842°F)
Temperature Stability	±0.5°C
Temperature Accuracy	±0.5°C
Temperature Display	Digital readout in °C or °F
Temperature Calibration	Automatic
Program Library	54 programs (30 pre-installed + 24 user programmable)
Temperature Ramps	Up to 4 per program
Digestion Time Range	1–999 minutes
Time Selection	1-minute increments
Countdown Timer	Digital display
Languages	English, Italian, Spanish, French, Russian, Chinese + downloadable languages
Interface	USB software update port
Heating Positions	8
Tube Capacity	250 mL tubes (Ø 42 mm)
Power Consumption	1150 W
Dimensions (W × H × D)	210 × 690 × 540 mm
Dimensions (inches)	8.3 × 27.2 × 21.3 in
Weight	19.7 kg (43.5 lb)

Applications

The DKL 8 Automatic Digestion Unit is ideal for:

• Kjeldahl nitrogen determination

• Protein analysis

• Food and feed testing

• Environmental analysis

• Agricultural laboratories

• Chemical and pharmaceutical laboratories

• Quality control and research applications