Product Description
mLab Supply helps laboratories source the Sartorius BIOSTAT A Benchtop Bioreactor, along with comparable new, used, and refurbished options when available.
The Sartorius BIOSTAT A is a benchtop bioreactor platform designed for microbial fermentation and mammalian cell culture applications. The BIOSTAT A is widely used in process development, scale-up studies, and research workflows requiring precise control of pH, dissolved oxygen, temperature, and agitation. It is a commonly traded instrument on the secondary market.
Common Applications
- Microbial fermentation (E. coli, yeast, fungi)
- Mammalian and insect cell culture
- Process development and optimization
- Seed train and inoculum preparation
- Academic and pharmaceutical research workflows
Configuration Considerations
- Confirm vessel size and material (glass or single-use) for your application
- Verify controller configuration and available control loops (pH, DO, temperature, agitation)
- Confirm agitation type (Rushton, pitched-blade, or marine impeller) and sparger configuration
- Verify software version and data acquisition compatibility
- For regulated applications, confirm available IQ/OQ documentation and calibration records
What to Verify When Sourcing a Used Unit
- Vessel condition and integrity — glass vessels should be inspected for chips or cracks
- Probe port configuration and included probe types
- Controller firmware version and software license transfer terms
- Preventive maintenance and calibration records
- Included accessories (spargers, impellers, exhaust condenser, harvest lines)
Configuration, vessel size, included probes and accessories, software, service history, IQ/OQ documentation, and availability may vary by sourced unit. mLab Supply is not an authorized Sartorius dealer.
Request a Quote
Submit a quote request with your vessel size requirements, application, control loop needs, and purchasing timeline. Our sourcing team will review current options through our supplier and secondary-market network.