DATA SHEET 300 L HyPerforma Single-Use Fermentor
HyPerforma Single-Use FermentorEngineered to meet your specifi c microbial fermentation needs
S.U.F. options• Exhaust condenser unit and exhaust gas vent fi lter heater
• Integrated foam sensor
• Thee load cells
• Cable management tree
• Process control system and optional electrical box for remote agitation control
• Choose an open-architecture, ready-to-integrate system with choice of controllers, or confi gure and integrate a system with your specifi c controller requirements
Options outside of the above list may be reviewed with a Thermo Fisher Scientifi c sales representative and considered for customization to the standard mixer design.
The Thermo Scientifi c™ HyPerforma™ Single-Use Fermentor (S.U.F.) is designed to provide enhanced functionality, ease of use, and effi ciency. The complete HyPerforma S.U.F. system consists of a fermentor tank and a Thermo Scientifi c™ HyPerforma™ S.U.F. BioProcess Container (BPC), which is available in 30 L and 300 L sizes with a 5:1 turndown ratio, and in Thermo Scientifi c™ Aegis™ 5-14 and CX5-14 fi lm options. The HyPerforma S.U.F. maintains traditional stirred-tank fermentation design principles, including specifi c height-to-diameter ratios (3:1) and a top-driven impeller location that delivers optimum cell viability, performance, and scalability from process development through production.
S.U.F. hardware units• All units come standard with 4 probe hangers, a drive
shaft, and a resistance temperature detector (RTD)
• Other features are available, such as condensers, load cells, and cable management systems
• Complete mixing system with a water jacket for temperature control
• The drive shaft inserts into the BPC through the mixing drive motor and locks into the BPC agitator assembly
S.U.F. BPC• The agitator assembly is a single-use (polyethylene)
impeller with a bearing-and-seal assembly linked to an external mixer drive
• Gas control with a drilled-hole sparger and exhaust management system with options for multiple vent fi lters based on gas fl ow needs
• Integrally sealed ports in the S.U.F. BPC allow for additional sensor probes and line sets
Front viewSide view
1. Exhaust vent filter holder
2. Motor assembly with shield
3. Bearing port receiver with clamp
4. Mixer motor
5. Sliding motor assembly
6. Stainless steel (type 304) outer support container
7. Water jacket (3/8 in., dimpled)
8. Probe hanger bracket
9. Probe access windows
10. S.U.F. BPC loading door and liquid sight window
11. Bleed cap
12. Cart assembly
13. Standard tool set: 3/8 in. x 150 in.-lb square torque wrench, load cell and motor cap lockout wrench
14. Drive shaft (stored)
15. Tri-clamp water inlet/outlet ports
16. Leveling casters
17. Bottom cutouts/pins for BPC attachment and alignment
18. Load cells (3, optional)
19. Electrical control panel (optional)
20. Exhaust filter pinch clamp (optional)
21. Cable management system (optional)
22. Condenser (optional)
23. Bottle management basket (optional)
24. Feed bag management hook (optional)
Design features
Standard 300 L S.U.F. hardware unitsAll units come standard with 4 probe hangers, a drive shaft, and an RTD. Other features are available, such as condensers, load cells, and cable management systems. For more information, see the “Configurable Hardware Options” topic in the user guide.
Description Cat. No.
Jacketed, AC motor, with 2-position vent filter bracket (no E-box)
SUF0300.9001
Jacketed, AC motor, with 2-position vent filter bracket and 240 VAC E-box
SUF0300.9002
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Description Specification
Flu
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Jacket area: full/half volume 7.77 sq. ft. (half); 15.8 sq. ft. (full)
Jacket volume 10.85 L
Jacket flow rate 16.9 GPM at 33 psi
Process connection 1 in. sanitary tri-clamp
Nominal heating/cooling load 6,100 W heating; 10,000 W cooling
Approximate liquid heat-up time (2–37˚C), full volume 1 hr 48 min
Approximate liquid heat-up time (2–37˚C), half volume 1 hr 18 min
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RTD or thermocouple, 3.18 mm (1/8 in.) outer diameter RTD: Pt-100 (standard)
Out
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ner Overall width 130.7 cm (51.4 in.) with E-box
Overall length 89.2 cm (35.1 in.) with E-box
Height to top of vent filter bracket 280.97 cm (110.62 in.) with condenser
Height to top of motor 232.9 cm (91.7 in.)
Dry skid weight (mass) 555 kg (1,223 lb.)
Wet skid weight, rated working volume (mass) 570 kg (1,257 lb.)
Gen
eral
Electrical power supply requirement 240 VAC, single phase, 20 A
Validated system reliability (minimum) 0.9 at 90% confidence level
pH and dissolved oxygen (DO) probe—autoclavable type (AppliSens™, Broadley James™, Finesse™, Mettler Toledo™)
12 mm diameter x 215–235 mm insertion length x 13.5 PG thread
Minimum ceiling height required 296 cm (117 in.)
Standard 300 L S.U.F. hardware specifications
Standard 300 L S.U.F. hardware specifications (continued)
Description Specification
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s Operating temperature range Ambient to 40 ± 0.1°C (104 ± 0.2°F)
Motor speed 35–375 rpm ± 5 rpm
Volume range 60–300 L
Maximum bag pressure 0.03 bar (0.5 psi)
Continuous operating time 14 days*
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Rated liquid working volume 300 L
Minimum liquid working volume 60 L
Total reactor volume (liquid and gas) 435 L
Vessel diameter 57.2 cm (22.5 in.)
BPC chamber diameter 68.8 cm (27.1 in.)
BPC chamber shoulder height 169.8 cm (66.9 in.)
Liquid height at rated working volume 123.2 cm (48.5 in.)
Fluid geometry at working volume (height:diameter ratio) ~2:1
Hold-up volume >1.0 L
Overall reactor geometry (height:diameter ratio) 3:1
Tank baffles 4
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Quantity x blade count 3 x 6
Scaling (impeller diameter/tank diameter) 1/3
Type Rushton
Diameter 18.8 cm (7.4 in.)
Calculated power number (N), averaged between 20 and 100% of rpm range
4.1
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Agitation motor drive (type, voltage, phase), AC motor only Induction, 208 VAC, 3-phase
Motor power rating (AC motor) 1,491.4 W (2 hp)
Motor torque rating 34 N-m (301 in.-lb.)
Gear reduction 5:1
Programmable VFD, remote panel interface, power faults auto-restart Standard
Motor communication methods (for external controller) 0–10 V, 4–20 mA, ModBus
* Mixing time at nominal volume only.
Standard 300 L S.U.F. options Load cellsLoad cells are typically radially mounted in sets of three. The mounting location varies slightly for each size in order to allow easy access to the bottom drain or sparging mechanisms and tubing.
Load cell displaysHarsh mount load cell displays are available as an option for all HyPerforma S.U.F. systems. They are normally mounted on the electrical box or a wall and are available with different interfaces.
Description Cat. No.
3x load cell with summing box without display SV50988.03
Description Interface Cat. No.
Mettler Toledo IND331 display, harsh mount style with 120 VAC US line cord/plug Analog (STD) SV50177.306
Mettler Toledo IND331 display, harsh mount style with 120 VAC US line cord/plug Allen-Bradley™ RIO SV50177.307
Mettler Toledo IND331 display, harsh mount style with 120 VAC US line cord/plug DeviceNet SV50177.308
Mettler Toledo IND331 display, harsh mount style with 120 VAC US line cord/plug Ethernet/IP and ModBus TCP SV50177.309
Mettler Toledo IND331 display, harsh mount style with 120 VAC US line cord/plug Profibus SV50177.310
Mettler Toledo™ MTB load cell
Mettler Toledo™ IND331 harsh mount load cell display
Standard 300 L S.U.F. hardware specifications (continued)
Description Specification
Ag
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Maximum rotational speed 375 rpm
Power/volume ratio at maximum rotational speed 2,164.1 W/1,000 L (11 hp/1,000 gal)
Nominal agitation for best kLa value 375 rpm
Nominal tip speed 369 cm/s
Mixing flow direction Radial flow
Agitation shaft orientation Vertical
Overall drive shaft length 173.1 cm (68.1 in.)
Operational drive shaft length 152.1 cm (59.9 in.)
Drive shaft diameter 1.9 cm (0.8 in.)
Drive shaft poly-sheath outside diameter 3.5 cm (1.4 in.)
Impeller clearance from tank bottom (measured at midplane of impeller) 18.8 cm (7.4 in.)
Autoclave tray and probe assemblyThe autoclave tray holds the electrochemical probes and bellows in place during the autoclave sterilization process. Design elements include the following:
• Fabricated from stainless steel
• Plastic carry handle for easy transport right out of the autoclave
• Positions probes on 15% incline for greater probe and membrane longevity
• Restrains probe bellows from collapsing during sterilization
• Probe holder accommodates two probes
Probe clipsStainless steel probe clips are used to hold the probes in place on the S.U.F. tank. The independently movable probe clips hang on a thin brace above the probe port tank cutout and are held in place by an adjustable spring plunger. The probes are inserted into the clip mechanism and held in place by a half-spring clip.
Heavy-duty tubing clampsHeavy-duty clamps are used for pinching off line sets that are not in use in order to prevent process fluids from escaping. Prior to sterile probe insertion, tubing clamps must be in place to close off probe ports.
Exhaust filter pinch clampThe exhaust filter pinch clamp may be used to temporarily stop air flow to redundant exhaust filters.
Description Cat. No.
Autoclave tray SV50177.01
4 probe clips SV50177.23
Heavy-duty tubing clamp (single) SV20664.01
Heavy-duty tubing clamp (10-pack) SV20664.04
Exhaust filter pinch clamp SV50177E.16
Probe holder, plastic molded SV50177P.01
Probe clip
Autoclave tray and probe assembly
Probe assembly
Threaded probe attachment
Handle
Cable tieMolded bellows cover
Vent fi lter heatersThe vent fi lter heater system consists of the following components:
• Heater
• Controller (optional)
• Power cord
Cable management systemThe cable management system includes the following components:
• Internal channel for sparger lines
• External channels for feed and base addition lines
• Harvest line hook
• Feed bag management hook
• Adjustable arm for external control power cable management
Condenser systemThe system effi ciently condenses exhaust gases and transfers the condensate back into the fermentor, preventing vent fi lter blockage and reducing fl uid loss due to evaporation.
Description Cat. No.
NEMA-rated 120 VAC vent fi lter heater with a thermocouple with fl ying lead SV50191.41
NEMA-rated 240 VAC vent fi lter heater with a thermocouple with fl ying lead SV50191.42
NEMA-rated 120 VAC vent fi lter heater with preset temperature controller SV50191.35
NEMA-rated 240 VAC vent fi lter heater with preset temperature controller SV50191.36
300 L cable management system, left-hand confi guration SV51006.02
300 L cable management system, right-hand confi guration SV51006.03
300 L bottle management system SV50992.10
300 L feed bag management system SV51006.03
300 L 240 VAC complete condenser system (TCU for condenser included) SV51009.03
Thermo Scientifi c™ Masterfl ex™ pump for 300 L systems (115 VAC/50 or 60 Hz, or 230 VAC/50 or 60 Hz) SV50241.02
Vent fi lter heater
Cable management system
Thermocouple embedded in heater mat Preset temperature
controller
Contoured foam insulator prevents heat loss
Corrosion-resistant stainless steel snaps for easy installation or removal
3. Addition/feed line
6. Addition/feed line
2. Addition/feed line with pressure sensor
Single-use DO sensor (optional) or sterile connection (as specified in line 7 detail)
Single-use pH sensor (optional) or sterile connection (as specified in line 7 detail)
9. Drilled-hole sparger
8. Thermowell/small- volume sample port
10. Exhaust system with 2 vent filters (1, 2, or 4 filters are available as standards) 11. Bottom drain harvest
12. Drilled-hole sparger
Condenser bag (optional)
Condensate return line
Exhaust port
7. Spare sterile connection port
5. Addition/feed line
4. Addition/feed line
Foam sensor (optional)
1. Media feed line
Bearing port
Impeller
Front view
Back view
Standard 300 L S.U.F. BPC design This diagram shows an example of a standard BPC with a condenser, 2 vent filters, a foam sensor, and single-use DO and pH sensors. Standard 300 L BPC options include:
• 1, 2, or 4 exhaust filters
• Meissner™ or ZenPure™ exhaust filters
• Optional foam sensor
• Mettler Toledo™ single-use pH sensor or sterile connection port
• Mettler Toledo™ single-use DO sensor or sterile connection port
• CX5-14 or Aegis5-14 film
Description Tubing set (inner diameter x outer diameter x length) End treatment
1. Media feed line
9.5 mm (3/8 in. ) x 15.9 mm (5/8 in.) C-Flex™ tubing x 213 cm (84 in.) splits to 6.4 mm (1/4 in.) x 12.7 mm (1/2 in.) C-Flex x 30 cm (12 in.) reduced to 3.2 mm (1/8 in.) x 6.4 mm (1/4 in.) C-Flex x 30 cm (12 in.) and 9.5 mm (3⁄8 in.) x 15.9 mm (5/8 in.) C-Flex x 30 cm (12 in.)
SterilEnz™ pouch with injection site assembly and 9.5 mm (3/8 in.) MPC body
2. Feed line
12.7 mm (1 1/2 in.) x 19.1 mm (3/4 in.) C-Flex x 8 cm (3 in.) reduced to 9.5 mm (3/8 in.) x 15.9 mm (5/8 in.) C-Flex x 213 cm (84 in.) splits to 6.4 mm (1/4 in.) x 12.7 mm (1/2 in.) C-Flex x 30 cm (12 in.) reduced to 3.2 mm (1/8 in.) x 6.4 mm (1/4 in.) C-Flex x 30 cm (12 in.) and 9.5 mm (3/8 in.) x 15.9 mm (5/8 in.) C-Flex x 30 cm (12 in.)
SterilEnz pouch with injection site assembly and 9.5 mm (3/8 in.) MPC body
3, 4. Addition/ feed lines
6.4 mm (1/4 in.) x 11.1 mm (7/16 in.) C-Flex x 213 cm (84 in.) reduced to 3.2 mm (1/8 in.) x 6.4 mm (1/4 in.) C-Flex x 30 cm (12 in.)
Plugged
5, 6. Addition/ feed lines
6.4 mm (1/4 in.) x 11.1 mm (7/16 in.) C-Flex x 15 cm (6 in.) reduced to3.2 mm (1/8 in.) x 6.4 mm (1/4 in.) C-Flex x 213 cm (84 in.)
Plugged
7. Spare sterile connection port
12.7 mm (1/2 in.) tube portPall Kleenpak™ aseptic connectors, KPCHT series (female)
8. Thermowell/small-volume sample port
Thermowell adapter for 6.4 mm (1/4 in.) diameter: 3.2 mm (1/8 in.) x 6.4 mm (1/4 in.) C-Flex x 46 cm (18 in.)
SterilEnz pouch with injection site assembly
9, 12. Drilled-hole sparger port (disk with drilled-hole ring with check valve
12.7 mm (1/2 in.) x 19.1 mm (3/4 in.) C-Flex x 305 cm (120 in.)
Meissner Steridyne™ 0.2 μm hydrophobic filter or ZenPure filter, 0.2 μm, 15.9 mm (5/8 in.) HB–15.9 mm (5/8 in.) HB with 12.7 mm (1/2 in.) ID x 19.1 mm (3/4 in.) OD C-Flex x 41 cm (16 in.)
10. Exhaust system1, 2, or 4 vent filters, optional condenser bag with condensatereturn line (for use with peristaltic pump)
1, 2, or 4 Meissner or ZenPure exhaust filters, optional condenser bag
11. Bottom drain harvest
12.7 mm (1/2 in.) x 19.1 mm (3/4 in.) C-Flex x 183 cm (72 in.) splits to 6.4 mm (1/4 in.) x 11.1 mm (7/16 in.) C-Flex x 30 cm (12 in.) reduced to 3.2 mm (1/8 in.) x 6.4 mm (1/4 in.) C-Flex x 30 cm (12 in.) and12.7 mm (1/2 in.) x 19.1 mm (3/4 in.) C-Flex x 30 cm (12 in.)
Plugged 12.7 mm (1/2 in.) MPX insert
Standard 300 L S.U.F. BPC details
Note: Not all options are available for all ports. It is not possible to customize port type, port location, chamber dimensions, or mixing assembly.
Category Options/capability Notes
Tubing type C-Flex, platinum-cured silicone, PVC, PharMed™, PharmaPure™ More information available in the tubing selection guide
Tubing sizeRanges from 3.18 mm (1/8 in.) to 25.4 mm (1 in.) inner diameter in various lengths
More information available in the tubing selection guide
Connections
Luer, Colder Products Company (CPC) quick connects, SIP connectors, tri-clamp, Kleenpak, SmartSite, Clave™, Lynx™ steam-to, CPC Steam-Thru™, Gore™ steam valve, Gore™ Mini TC, BioQuate, SterilEnz, end plug
More information available in the connection system selection guide. Note: The only option for probe port connections is Kleenpak
Probe portsAdditional ports: second row of 3 ports for 30 L S.U.F.;second row of 4 ports for 300 L S.U.F
The reusable probe port connection uses a Kleenpak connector
Additional ports/lines (other than 2nd row of probe ports)
Limited engineer-to-order customization onlyDependent on location in bag and fit with hardware
Port sizes Limited engineer-to-order customization onlyDependent on location in bag and fit with hardware (e.g., 1 in. Inner diameter port on harvest line)
Rearrangement of lines on existing ports
Limited customization possible (e.g., moving sample/thermowell port to a probe tube port)
Dependent on location in bag and fit with hardware
Dip tube lines Limited customization possibleLength cannot interfere with impeller and shaft
Filters on media and supplement inlets
Limited engineer-to-order customization only; choice of filters used to sterilize incoming media or supplements are available.
Custom BPC products
Note: Not all options are available for all ports. It is not possible to customize port type, port location, chamber dimensions, or mixing assembly.
Outer packaging Supplied flat-packed with two polyethylene outer layers
Label Description, product code, lot number, expiration date on outer packaging and shipping container
Sterilization Irradiation (25–40 kGy) inside outer packaging
Shipping container Durable cardboard carton
Documentation Certificate of Analysis provided with each lot for each delivery
BPC packaging
Ordering information
Product Film type Cat. No.
Mettler Toledo single-use pH and DO sensor, foam sensor, Meissner inlet and two 10 in. exhaust filters, condenser
Aegis5-14 SH31009.02
CX5-14 SH31017.02
Mettler Toledo single-use pH and DO sensor, foam sensor, Meissner inlet and four 10 in. exhaust filters, condenser
Aegis5-14 SH31009.03
CX5-14 SH31017.03
Traditional ports, foam sensor, Meissner inlet and two 10 in. exhaust filters, condenser CX5-14 SH31030.05
Traditional ports, foam sensor, Meissner inlet and four 10 in. exhaust filters, condenser CX5-14 SH31030.06
Traditional ports, foam sensor, ZenPure inlet and one 10 in. exhaust filters, condenser CX5-14 SH31030.01
Traditional ports, foam sensor, ZenPure inlet and two 10 in. exhaust filters, condenser CX5-14 SH31030.02
Traditional ports, ZenPure inlet and one 10 in. exhaust filters CX5-14 SH31030.04
Traditional ports, ZenPure inlet and two 10 in. exhaust filters CX5-14 SH31030.03
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