Incubator Working Principle

An incubator is a device that maintains the temperature and humidity of its chamber in such a way that it forms favourable conditions for rapid multiplication of microbial cells. It is commonly used in cell culture, tissue culture, biochemical studies, food processing, haematological studies and fermentation studies etc. The basic body of the incubator is an insulated cabinet consisting of a double-walled enclosed chamber that has a capacity ranging from 20 to 800L. The space between the two walls is filled with glass wool to act as insulation. This prevents heat loss and reduces electricity consumption. Temperature Incubators operate under the fundamental principle that microorganisms need the perfect environment to thrive. These conditions include the right temperature, humidity, oxygen and carbon dioxide. To maintain these ideals, incubators use a thermostat to regulate the temperature within the chamber. The thermostat produces a thermal gradient to maintain the desired temperature