Vial-capping freeze dryers couple the drying process with container closure. The product is dried in vials, and the closure — stoppering or capping — is performed as part of the cycle. The system is specified around the vial and closure type, the fill volume and the handling and documentation the project requires.
Who this is for
Where it is used
- Vial-lyophilized injectables and biologics — drying in the final container.
- Diagnostic reagents — vials closed after drying for stability.
- Regulated product development — cycles with batch records and defined handling.
Model range and published parameters
The vial-capping family spans HDF-FD01 to HDF-FD60. Reference values below are published for automatic stoppering with a silicone-oil heating configuration; the closure mechanism, CIP/SIP and loading method are confirmed against the vial and closure system.
| Model | Drying area | Footprint L×W×H | Power | Shelf | Cold trap | Vacuum | Load | Ice |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HDF-FD01 | 1 m² | 3000×1000×2700 mm | 11 kW | 4+1 | -50~-80 °C | ≤5 Pa | 10 kg | 20 kg |
| HDF-FD02 | 2 m² | 4250×1330×3200 mm | 20 kW | 4+1 | -50~-80 °C | ≤5 Pa | 20 kg | 40 kg |
| HDF-FD03 | 3 m² | 4280×1330×3400 mm | 26 kW | 6+1 | -50~-80 °C | ≤5 Pa | 30 kg | 60 kg |
| HDF-FD05 | 5 m² | 4800×1640×3300 mm | 38 kW | 5+1 | -50~-80 °C | ≤5 Pa | 50 kg | 100 kg |
| HDF-FD7.5 | 7.5 m² | 5100×1640×2400 mm | 48 kW | 7+1 | -50~-80 °C | ≤5 Pa | 75 kg | 150 kg |
| HDF-FD10 | 10 m² | 5500×1640×4000 mm | 59 kW | 9+1 | -50~-80 °C | ≤5 Pa | 100 kg | 200 kg |
| HDF-FD13 | 13 m² | 5500×1940×4000 mm | 75 kW | 9+1 | -50~-80 °C | ≤5 Pa | 130 kg | 260 kg |
| HDF-FD15 | 15 m² | 5500×1940×4000 mm | 78 kW | 10+1 | -50~-80 °C | ≤5 Pa | 150 kg | 300 kg |
| HDF-FD20 | 20 m² | 6800×1980×4400 mm | 100 kW | 11+1 | -50~-80 °C | ≤10 Pa | 200 kg | 400 kg |
| HDF-FD25 | 25 m² | 7000×2420×4600 mm | 120 kW | 11+1 | -50~-80 °C | ≤10 Pa | 250 kg | 500 kg |
| HDF-FD30 | 30 m² | 7500×2420×4600 mm | 140 kW | 11+1 | -50~-80 °C | ≤10 Pa | 300 kg | 600 kg |
| HDF-FD40 | 40 m² | 9200×2660×4750 mm | 200 kW | 14+1 | -50~-80 °C | ≤10 Pa | 400 kg | 800 kg |
| HDF-FD50 | 50 m² | 10300×2660×4900 mm | 230 kW | 17+1 | -50~-80 °C | ≤10 Pa | 500 kg | 1000 kg |
| HDF-FD60 | 60 m² | 11800×2660×4900 mm | 280 kW | 19+1 | -50~-80 °C | ≤10 Pa | 600 kg | 1200 kg |
Shelf temperature range is -45 to +70 °C. Models FD05 and above use water cooling. CIP and SIP, remote control, automatic stoppering and automatic loading/unloading are configuration options. Published reference values from the HADOF capping catalog.
How to choose a configuration
Closure method
Stoppering under vacuum or controlled atmosphere, or capping — the choice follows the vial and closure system, not a generic default.
Handling features
Manual or automatic loading, CIP and SIP are selected to match the operating and cleaning requirements.
Customization scope
Shelf area, closure mechanism, loading method, and cleaning or sterilization features are configured per order. The vial and closure type, fill volume and regulatory market are confirmed first because they determine the configuration and documentation.
Quality control
After-sales and documentation
Installation and operation documentation is provided, with remote support and spare-part guidance after delivery. Qualification support is scoped per project and market.
How pricing works
Price follows the closure mechanism, shelf area, handling features and documentation. A basic vial-capping configuration costs less than one with automatic loading and cleaning options. Share the vial, closure and fill volume and we quote the matching configuration.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need stoppering or capping?
It depends on your closure system and whether the vial must be closed in the chamber. We confirm it against your container before quoting.
Which model fits my vial size?
Shelf area and the closure mechanism are set by vial dimensions, fill volume and batch size — share those and we map the model.
Can cleaning features be added?
Yes, but they are configuration options confirmed against your cleaning and operating requirements.