Accurate, modular heating for digestion and sample preparation.
Rowe Scientific now offers the VELP ECODryBlock range – a flexible family of digital dry block systems for COD digestion and general sample heating in environmental and life science laboratories. With intuitive touch control, excellent temperature stability and strong safety features, ECODryBlock systems provide a compact, modern alternative to traditional digesters and block heaters.
Safe, controlled heating for demanding methods
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Clearly indicated hot-surface warnings and status icons on the 7" touch display help operators work safely around hot blocks.
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Integrated over-temperature and over-current protection safeguards both users and samples.
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Robust aluminium blocks, transparent lids and stable block design reduce splash, aerosol and spill risk during digestion.
Consistent performance, flexible configurations
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Working temperature up to 165 °C with excellent block stability and homogeneity for reproducible results.
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External Pt100 / Pt1000 probe input (where required) supports direct control and verification of sample temperature.
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Modular platform: one ControlPad can manage two heating modules as independent temperature zones, allowing digestion on one module and incubation or sample preparation on the other.
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Compact footprint makes ECODryBlock ideal for crowded benches and busy routine labs.
Product range
ECODryBlock System
Rowe Code: IT0747
Digital modular dry block system for accurate sample heating in life science and environmental laboratories. Supplied with ControlPad, one heating module. Order block for tubes separately.
Safety
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Hot-surface warning and clear status icons on the 7″ display
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Over-temperature and over-current protection on the heating module
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Robust aluminium blocks and cover reduce risk of spills and breakage
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Transparent lid minimises contact with hot surfaces and improves temperature uniformity
Performance
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Working temperature up to 165 °C with excellent block stability and homogeneity
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One ControlPad can manage two modules as independent temperature zones
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Space for two aluminium blocks (95 × 76 × 51 mm) per module
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External Pt100 / Pt1000 probe input for direct sample temperature control
Lab features
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7″ capacitive touch screen with intuitive temperature and timer programming
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Store and recall methods for routine workflows
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Compact footprint saves bench space compared with traditional digesters
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Wide range of interchangeable blocks for tubes, vials, microtubes and cuvettes
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ECODryBlock System COD 24
Rowe Code: IT0748
Pre-configured ECODryBlock system for routine COD (Chemical Oxygen Demand) analysis using 24 × 16 mm vials. Supplied with ControlPad, module, transparent cover and dedicated COD block.
Safety
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Sealed COD block and transparent cover reduce aerosol and splash risk
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Over-temperature protection and hot-surface warning above 50 °C
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Stable block design prevents vial tipping during digestion
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Timed runs reduce operator contact with hot vessels
Performance
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Capacity for 24 standard 16 mm COD vials in a single digestion run
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Uniform heating up to 165 °C for compliant COD methods
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Fast heat-up and excellent temperature stability for reproducible results
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External probe option for verification and method development
COD Features
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Ideal for water and wastewater plants, contract labs and environmental monitoring
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Simple one-touch start for standard COD programmes
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Compatible with common COD vial brands and photometric methods
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Modular design allows addition of a second module for incubation or extra COD capacity
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ECODryBlock System COD 4
Rowe Code: IT0749
ECODryBlock system configured for 4 × 42 mm high-volume COD tubes, suited to demanding industrial and research applications. Supplied with ControlPad, module and 4-position COD block.
Safety
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Optional large-tube block and cover
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Over-temperature and over-current protection on the heating circuit
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Clear temperature and time indication throughout the digestion cycle
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Rugged construction for use with heavy, high-volume COD tubes
Performance
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Capacity for four 42 mm COD tubes in a single digestion
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High heating power and excellent homogeneity for concentrated samples
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Temperature range up to 165 °C for high-strength effluents and difficult matrices
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Independent timer and method control for specialised COD procedures
COD Features
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Ideal for industrial effluents, high-COD waste streams and validation work
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Supports larger sample volumes for improved accuracy
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Compatible with air condensers and racks from the ECODryBlock accessory range
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Can be paired with a second module for routine 16 mm COD vials
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ECODryBlock Module (no ControlPad)
Rowe Code: IT0750
Additional ECODryBlock heating module supplied without ControlPad, designed to expand capacity or create a second temperature zone on existing systems.
Safety
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Same built-in over-temperature and hot-surface protection as the main system
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Optional transparent cover maintains operator protection and temperature uniformity
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Solid block support prevents tipping and accidental spills
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Electrical protection for safe connection to an existing ControlPad
Performance
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Connect a second module to one ControlPad to run two independent programmes
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Temperature range up to 165 °C with high stability across both blocks
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Holds two aluminium blocks for tubes, vials or COD accessories
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Ideal for running digestion on one module and incubation or sample prep on the other
Lab Features
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18 Dec 2025
