Individually Ventilated Cage System for Mice (Polycarbonate)
Polycarbonate mouse IVC system with SS304 rack construction, touchscreen air-handling control, individual cage supply and exhaust, primary plus HEPA filtration, 294 x 190 x 130 mm and 330 x 205 x 180 mm cage-size options, and 110V-250V facility power compatibility for controlled mouse housing.
Louise Corscadden, PhD
Director of Science · ConductScience
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Key Specifications
Full details →- Model fit
- Configured during quote
- SKU family
- PTY-0002
- Shipping box
- 65.0 × 32.0 × 82.0 cm
- Ordering
- Online checkout and quote request available
- Category
- IVC Systems
- Build notes
- Polycarbonate (PC)
Overview
The Individually Ventilated Cage System for Mice (Polycarbonate) is the polycarbonate cage path in the ConductScience mouse IVC family. It pairs SS304 stainless rack construction with clear PC mouse cages, touchscreen AHU control, individual cage supply and exhaust, and primary plus HEPA filtration so facilities can plan controlled mouse housing without losing visual access to the cage interior.
The current live product data lists two cage-size options, 294 x 190 x 130 mm and 330 x 205 x 180 mm, a 1760 x 530 x 1750 mm rack footprint, 110V-250V power compatibility, CE/ISO/RoHS certifications, and semi-automated touchscreen control. The main buying decision is whether the facility wants the PC material path for optical clarity and cost control, or a PSU/PEI/high-density path for heavier sterilization or capacity requirements.
Scientific Use
Polycarbonate IVC housing is useful for mouse breeding colonies, behavioral observation, developmental biology, toxicology, oncology, metabolic research, neuroscience, and pharmacology workflows where housing consistency and cage visibility both matter. Individual cage ventilation helps reduce cross-cage air exchange and supports controlled microenvironments for long-running cohorts.
Buying Fit
Choose this page when the lab wants a mouse IVC system with clear PC cage boxes, two cage-size options, individual cage ventilation, and touchscreen AHU control. Compare it with the polysulfone page when repeated autoclaving is the priority, or the high-density mouse IVC page when capacity per rack is the main constraint.
How It Works
The system operates through independent air supply and exhaust to each cage unit, creating isolated microenvironments that prevent airborne cross-contamination. The touchscreen AHU (Air Handling Unit) controls centralized air processing, delivering filtered air through a dual-stage filtration system comprising primary filters for larger particulates and HEPA filters for sub-micron contaminants including bacteria and viruses.
Each polycarbonate cage receives dedicated airflow with individual supply and exhaust connections, maintaining positive pressure gradients that prevent contaminated air from entering adjacent cages. The stainless steel SS304 rack construction provides structural integrity and chemical resistance while facilitating decontamination procedures. Air change rates and pressure differentials are maintained consistently across all cage positions, ensuring uniform environmental conditions regardless of rack location.
The system's design prevents the 'bellows effect' common in static cages, where opening one cage can create pressure changes affecting neighboring units. Individual ventilation maintains stable temperature, humidity, and ammonia levels within each cage while preventing transmission of airborne pathogens, allergens, and olfactory cues between experimental groups.
Features & Benefits
Housing fit
- Mouse IVC housing with polycarbonate cage visibility
Cage material
- Polycarbonate (PC)
Cage size options
- 294 x 190 x 130 mm and 330 x 205 x 180 mm
Rack and control
- SS304 rack with touchscreen AHU control
Ventilation and filtration
- Individual cage supply/exhaust with primary plus HEPA filtration
Power
- 110V-250V
Shipping weight
- 120.0 lb
Shipping box
- L: 65.0 cm
- W: 32.0 cm
- H: 82.0 cm
| Feature | This Product | Typical Alternative | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ventilation Design | Individual supply and exhaust per cage | Shared plenum systems with common exhaust | Prevents cross-contamination between experimental groups and maintains isolated microenvironments for each housing unit. |
| Filtration System | Dual-stage (primary + HEPA) filtration | Single-stage filtration or no cage-level filtering | Removes both particulates and microbial contaminants from supply air while capturing cage-level emissions. |
| Control Interface | Touchscreen AHU control with parameter adjustment | Manual controls or basic digital displays | Enables precise real-time monitoring and adjustment of ventilation parameters across the entire rack system. |
| Construction Material | Stainless steel SS304 rack with polycarbonate cages | Powder-coated steel or aluminum construction | Provides superior chemical resistance and durability for repeated decontamination procedures. |
| Cage Size Options | Two configurations: 294x190x130 mm and 330x205x180 mm | Fixed cage dimensions or limited size options | Accommodates diverse experimental protocols from individual behavioral studies to breeding programs. |
| Voltage Compatibility | Universal voltage operation (110V-250V) | Single voltage requirements with regional variants | Supports installation in international facilities without voltage conversion requirements. |
This individually ventilated cage system provides comprehensive contamination control through dedicated airflow to each cage unit, dual-stage HEPA filtration, and touchscreen environmental management. The stainless steel SS304 construction and universal voltage operation support diverse facility requirements and international installations.
Practical Tips
Choose PC cages when visibility and lower material cost are key buying priorities.
Why: Cage material affects observation, cleaning workflow, sterilization planning, and long-term replacement cost.
Verify airflow and pressure behavior at representative rack positions after installation and filter changes.
Why: Facility connection, cage seating, and filter loading can affect actual performance even when the AHU is configured correctly.
Track cage position, rack level, and material type in colony and study records.
Why: Housing position and cage material can become hidden variables in long-running mouse studies if they are not recorded.
Setup Guide
What’s in the Box
- SS304 stainless steel IVC rack system
- Polycarbonate mouse cage configuration selected by quote
- Cage-size planning: 294 x 190 x 130 mm or 330 x 205 x 180 mm
- Air handling unit with touchscreen control
- Primary and HEPA filter path
- Individual air supply and exhaust connections for each cage
- Installation hardware, seals, and facility connection planning reviewed during quote
Warranty
Support, replacement, and fulfillment terms are confirmed with the final quote and institutional purchasing requirements.
Compliance
References
Background reading relevant to this product:
Which mouse IVC page should I choose?
Choose this polycarbonate page when cage visibility, PC material, and the two listed cage-size options are the main decision. Choose PSU/autoclavable or high-density pages when sterilization cadence or cage capacity is more important.
What filtration and airflow path is specified?
The current product data specifies individual air supply and exhaust per cage with primary plus HEPA filtration, coordinated through the air handling unit.
What facility requirements should be reviewed before ordering?
Review rack footprint, service clearance, 110V-250V power, facility air/exhaust planning, filter access, room ventilation, monitoring expectations, and husbandry workflow.
Can this be connected with the rest of the ConductScience IVC family?
Yes. Quote review can compare the general IVC Mouse Cage System, PC mouse IVC, PSU mouse IVC, high-density mouse IVC, and species-specific rat, rabbit, or guinea-pig systems.
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