Vestfrost VT147-60 Ultra-Low Temperature Chest Freezer -60°C
Product Description
The Vestfrost VT147-60 is a specialist ultra-low temperature chest freezer capable of maintaining stored contents at temperatures down to -60°C. This is not a piece of general catering refrigeration —...
Specifications
- Capacity (litres)
- 133
- External depth (mm)
- 695
- External height (mm)
- 890
- External width (mm)
- 720
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vestfrost vt147-60 spec sheetProduct Description
The Vestfrost VT147-60 is a specialist ultra-low temperature chest freezer capable of maintaining stored contents at temperatures down to -60°C. This is not a piece of general catering refrigeration — it is a purpose-built unit for applications where sustained deep-freeze storage well beyond the reach of standard commercial freezers is a genuine operational requirement.
Reliable temperature retention is the defining priority at these depths, and the VT147-60 is built around that demand. Its single-compressor low-energy system uses a hydrocarbon refrigerant to support stable, consistent temperatures over extended periods, avoiding the drift that can compromise sensitive stored materials. The digital XR30CX controller gives operators clear, real-time visibility of the internal environment, and the unit comes prepared for temperature logging and an external CO2 backup connection — both meaningful features where auditable temperature records are a regulatory or compliance requirement.
From an operational standpoint, several practical details are worth noting:
- Audible and visual alarms alert staff immediately to any temperature deviation
- Lock fitted as standard, supporting access control and security requirements
- Cyclopentane insulation supports thermal efficiency and keeps running costs in check
- Hydrocarbon refrigerant carries a lower environmental impact than many synthetic alternatives
- Plug-and-play electrical connection reduces installation complexity
Installation does not require specialist gas or water connections, but adequate ventilation around the unit matters at this depth of temperature. Placement in a well-ventilated, temperature-stable room will support consistent long-term performance. The chest configuration means lid access rather than door access, which suits fixed-position storage workflows better than high-turnover retrieval environments.
This freezer is best suited to laboratories, medical and research facilities, pharmaceutical storage, and similar specialist environments where sustained ultra-low temperatures are a firm operational requirement. It is not intended as a primary freezer for food service kitchens operating at standard commercial temperatures — if your requirement sits in the conventional range, a standard commercial chest or upright freezer would be more appropriate and more cost-effective.
If you have questions about temperature logging capability, room conditions, or whether this specification matches your storage requirements, the team is happy to work through the detail with you.
Key Features
- Maintains stable temperatures down to -60°C using hydrocarbon refrigerant
- Digital XR30CX controller provides real-time internal temperature monitoring
- Prepared for external temperature logging and CO2 backup system connection
- Cyclopentane insulation supports thermal efficiency across extended storage periods
- Audible and visual alarms trigger immediately on any temperature deviation
Operational Benefits
- Supports compliance where auditable temperature records are a requirement
- Stable deep-freeze retention protects temperature-sensitive stored materials
- Plug-and-play electrical connection simplifies installation and commissioning
- Lock as standard helps operators manage access control and security obligations
- Lower-impact refrigerant reduces environmental footprint without compromising performance
Specifications
- Capacity (litres)
- 133
- External depth (mm)
- 695
- External height (mm)
- 890
- External width (mm)
- 720
- Power type
- 13amp Plug
- Refrigerant
- R290
- Temperature range (deg c)
- -45 to -60
- Weight (kg)
- 56
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vestfrost vt147-60 spec sheetFrequently Asked Questions
- Not as a primary catering freezer. This unit is engineered for ultra-low temperature applications — laboratories, medical storage, pharmaceutical environments — where temperatures down to -60°C are required. For standard commercial food storage at around -18°C to -22°C, a conventional commercial chest or upright freezer is more appropriate and considerably more cost-effective.
- The VT147-60 operates on a standard electrical supply and does not require gas or water connections, which keeps installation relatively straightforward. The most important practical consideration is placement — the unit needs adequate ventilation around it and should be located in a room with a reasonably stable ambient temperature to support reliable long-term performance at depth.
- Yes — the VT147-60 comes prepared for temperature logging and has provision for an external CO2 backup system connection, both of which are relevant where continuous, auditable temperature records are a regulatory or compliance requirement. If you need to confirm compatibility with a specific logging system or understand the backup connection in more detail, it is worth discussing your setup with the team before ordering.