JULABO’s VALEGRO 250 delivers a constant 0.25 kW cooling capacity at 20°C in an ultra-compact 24 × 46 × 44 cm frame operating at a whisper-quiet 47–49 dB(A), proving that precise temperature control doesn’t have to hog your lab counter or disrupt your workspace. If you have ever spent a day working at a busy laboratory bench, you know physical space is always at a premium. Fitting another piece of equipment alongside rotary evaporators, analytical instruments, and sample racks often feels like playing a high-stakes game of Tetris.
That is precisely why JULABO designed the VALEGRO 25. A next-generation recirculating cooler built to deliver precise temperature control without demanding half your workspace. As the direct successor to the widely trusted F250, this compact chiller pairs a legacy of reliable engineering with modern digital capability and eco-conscious design.
Solving daily benchtop bottlenecks
Routine laboratory cooling often comes with frustrating compromises. Heavy-duty chillers can be bulky, noisy,and clumsy to control. The VALEGRO 250 targets these common pain points directly:
- Overcrowded workspaces: Bulky cooling units take up vital bench space needed for primary processes.The VALEGRO 250 uses an ultra-compact footprint (24 × 46 × 44 cm) engineered specifically to tuck easily into tight spaces and crowded setups.
- Acoustic noise pollution: Loud, continuously humming chillers disrupt focus and degrade lab ergonomics. The VALEGRO 250 offers whisper-quiet operation (47–49 dB(A)) that runs silently in the background without creating unnecessary distraction.
- Outdated and inflexible controls: Fixed pump speeds and low-visibility dials make precise flow and temperature control difficult. The VALEGRO 250 features an intuitive OLED touch display paired with an infinitely adjustable pressure pump (11–22 L/min, 0.1–0.4 bar) and an operating temperature range of -15°C to +40°C for versatile process regulation.
- Regulatory and environmental concerns: Legacy equipment relying on synthetic fluorinated refrigerants faces increasing environmental restrictions and compliance costs. The VALEGRO 250 is built using the natural refrigerant R290 (propane) with a Global Warming Potential (GWP) of just 3 to meet modern green lab initiatives and environmental standards.
Why it stands out
The core strength of the VALEGRO 250 lies in its balance of size, noise reduction, and smart controls: it is the smallest, quietest next-generation benchtop chiller in its class.
| Feature / Metric | Specification | Lab Impact |
| Minimal Footprint | 24 × 46 × 44 cm (25 kg) | Saves crucial bench space for primary apparatus |
| Low Noise Emission | 47–49 dB(A) | Improves lab ergonomics and working comfort |
| OLED Touch Control | Inclined display, USB-C & RS232 | Delivers rapid, intuitive parameter adjustments |
| Adjustable Pump Speed | 11–22 L/min, 0.1–0.4 bar | Flexible matching to diverse fluid loop needs |
| Natural Refrigerant | R290 (GWP = 3) | Future-proofs compliance with green mandates |
Whether you are streamlining routine daily evaporations or setting up delicate temperature-controlled reactions, the VALEGRO 250 delivers consistent, quiet cooling right where you need it most.
Ready to Quiet Your Lab and Reclaim Bench Space?
Upgrade your laboratory’s cooling setup with the ultra-compact, eco-friendly JULABO VALEGRO 250.
Contact Labotec today to speak with an application specialist or request pricing:
- Email: sales@labotec.co.za
- Phone: +27 (0) 11 315 5434
- Website: www.labotec.co.za
- Visit the official JULABO VALEGRO 250 page.
