Product Description
VIVA® G4 Class II Type A2 Animal Biosafety Cabinet
The Esco VIVA G4 is a Class II Type A2 biological safety cabinet built specifically for animal research. A 12" sash working height clears mouse and rat cages, while ULPA filtration and ELISA-verified containment shield the operator from animal dander, allergens, anesthetic gases and pathogens during handling.
Certification note: Esco certifies the 4 ft and 6 ft VIVA G4 to NSF/ANSI 49. This 5 ft model is not NSF-listed. If your facility or grant requires an NSF/ANSI 49 listed cabinet, choose the 4 ft or 6 ft size.
Key Features
 | Centurion 7" Capacitive Touchscreen All safety information on one screen, with 3D illustration of cabinet parameters, large glove-friendly buttons and self-guidance for specific situations. |
 | 12" Sash Working Height A 305 mm working opening sized for mouse and rat cages, with a maximum sash opening of 575 mm for loading and cleaning. |
 | ULPA Filtration, ISO Class 3 Ten times the filtration efficiency of HEPA, creating an ISO Class 3 work zone instead of the industry-standard ISO Class 5. Same ten-year filter life and replacement cost as HEPA. |
 | Dimmable LED Lighting At least 1000 lux (93 foot candles) across the work zone, dimmable to reduce glare during long procedures. |
 | USB Port and Zero Volt Relay Contact USB port sends operational data to a Building Management System. The zero volt relay turns the exhaust blower on and off and signals the building alarm. |
 | User-Friendly Work Tray Recessed to contain spillage, with a sloped perimeter for easy cleaning and support beams that spread the load evenly for less vibration. |
 | Isocide™ Antimicrobial Coating Silver-ion impregnated powder coat on the external body inhibits microbial growth on cabinet surfaces. |
Specifications
| Nominal Size | 1.5 m (5 ft) |
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| Internal Work Area (W × D × H) | 1525 × 625 × 720 mm (60.0" × 24.6" × 28.3") |
| Working Area | 0.79 m² (8.5 sq ft) |
| External Dimensions with SLC Stand (W × D × H) | 1792 × 882 × 2027–2535 mm (70.6" × 34.7" × 79.8"–99.8") |
| Working Opening (Sash Height) | 305 mm (12") |
| Maximum Sash Opening | 575 mm (22.6") |
| Inflow Velocity | 0.53 m/s (105 fpm) |
| Downflow Velocity | 0.35 m/s (70 fpm) |
| Inflow / Exhaust Volume, Without Ducting | 890 m³/h (525 cfm) |
| Downflow Volume | 1128 m³/h (662 cfm) |
| Required Exhaust with Optional Thimble | 921 m³/h (542 cfm) |
| Filtration | ULPA, >99.999% at 0.1 to 0.3 micron per IEST-RP-CC001.3 |
| Sound Emission | 65 dBA |
| Lighting | Dimmable LED, ≥1000 lux (≥93 foot candles) |
| Main Body Construction | Electro-galvanized steel, 1.5 mm (16 gauge), Isocide™ oven-baked epoxy-polyester powder coat |
| Work Zone Construction | Stainless steel type 304, no. 4 finish, 1.5 mm (16 gauge) |
| Sash Window | 6 mm UV-absorbing tempered glass |
| Electrical Rating | 110–120 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 1Ø |
| Nominal Power | 380 W |
| Heat Load | 1570 BTU/hr |
| Cabinet Full Load Amps | 15 A (excluding 5 A electrical outlets) |
| Net Weight, Cabinet with Stand | 381 kg (840 lb) |
| Shipping Weight, Cabinet with Stand | 451 kg (968 lb) |
| Shipping Dimensions, Cabinet Excluding Stand | 1950 × 950 × 2120 mm (76.8" × 37.4" × 83.5") |
| Shipping Volume, Excluding Stand | 3.9 m³ (137.7 cu ft) |
Recommended Accessories
| SLC-5A2-G4 | 5 ft low-height cradle stand with motorized hydraulic auto-lift, 115 VAC. Sold separately and required unless the cabinet is placed on an existing bench. |
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| UV-30A | UV lamp kit with one 36" bulb, one per cabinet, field installed. One UV lamp is already included with the cabinet — order only for a spare or a replacement. |
| SF-2U-22 / SF-2U-40 | Universal service fixture kit with ball valve for air, vacuum or gas. |
| EO-HA | Single plug Type-A non-GFCI electrical outlet. |
| MEWREST | PVC arm rest padding. |
| Pipette Storage Shelf | Stainless steel 304, 200 × 250 × 400 mm, with clamps. |
| IQOQ | Installation and Operational Qualification, documentation only or documentation plus execution by Esco. |
Accessories are quoted separately. Contact us for a configured quote.
Certifications
UL 61010-1 3rd Edition, USA · CSA C22.2 No. 61010-1, Canada · IEC 61010-1, Worldwide · ISO 14644.1 Class 3 · US Fed Std 209E Class 1, USA · JIS B9920 Class 3, Japan · EN 1822 (H14), Europe · IEST-RP-CC001, USA. This size is not NSF/ANSI 49 listed.
Other Esco Biosafety Cabinets
For general laboratory work rather than animal handling, see the Airstream NS G4 with Centurion touchscreen, the Airstream Reliant G4 with rocker switch controls, or the Labculture G4 with a 10" sash.
