Vivus VT-2450 Custom Tunnel Washer
Compact Conveyor Tunnel Washer for Laboratory Animal Care
The Vivus VT-2450 Custom Tunnel Washer is a floor-mounted, automatic, heavy-duty conveyor washer designed for continuous, high-volume cleaning and drying in research animal care facilities. Engineered for efficiency and reliability, it processes metal or plastic cages, utensils, and water bottles in a streamlined, space-conscious configuration.
As the most compact tunnel washer in the Vivus lineup, the VT-2450 delivers validated wash performance, integrated drying, and compliance-ready temperature control, making it an ideal solution for facilities that require throughput without excess footprint.
Common Applications
- Laboratory animal cages (metal or plastic)
- Water bottles and animal care accessories
- Utensils and support equipment
- Vivariums and research laboratories with limited space
Key Features & Benefits
Compact Continuous Conveyor Design
Floor-mounted tunnel washer engineered for uninterrupted processing while minimizing floor space requirements.
Automatic Five-Phase Treatment Cycle
Performs loading, pre-wash, detergent wash, rinse, and drying in a single continuous automated process.
Temperature-Guaranteed Wash & Rinse Phases
Wash, rinse, and final rinse phases can be temperature guaranteed to support sanitation validation standards.
Automatic Self-Cleaning Debris Filters
Filters all treatment solutions and automatically flushes entrained debris to the drain at the end of each cycle phase—eliminating holding screens and reducing cross-contamination risks.
Advanced Touchscreen Controls
Industrial-style, fully modular programmable control system with a color touchscreen operator interface. Up to four programmable treatment routines can be named and stored.
Fully Welded Stainless Steel Construction
Heavy-duty stainless steel cabinet with 2” thick rigid insulation provides corrosion resistance, rugged durability, and thermal efficiency.
Forced Air Dryer Section
Integrated drying section ensures cages and accessories exit dry and ready for reuse.
Effluent Cooling for Code Compliance
Automatically cools wastewater to below 140°F, supporting municipal discharge requirements.
Water Conservation & Descale Cycle
Built-in water-saving features and descale cycle help reduce operating costs and extend system life.
Flexible Control & Service Access
Available with right-hand or left-hand controls and service access to fit facility layouts.
Safety Features
- Door safety switches on all service access doors
- Emergency stop buttons at all external door zones
- Immediate termination of processing functions for enhanced operator safety
Washer Sections
- 18″ (457 mm) Load Section
- 30″ (762 mm) Pre-Wash Section
- 78″ (1981 mm) Wash Section
- 54″ (1372 mm) Rinse Section
- 84″ (2134 mm) Dryer Section
- 48″ (1219 mm) Powered Run-Out Unload Conveyor
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Vivus
- Model: VT-2450
- Product Type: Custom Tunnel Washer / Conveyor Washer
- Tunnel Dimensions:
25″ W x 25″ H - Belt Width:
24″ - External Dimensions:
41″ W x 83″ H x 276″ D
The Vivus VT-2450 is purpose-built for facilities that need continuous tunnel washer performance in a narrow, space-efficient footprint. Its integrated drying, validation-ready temperature control, and durable stainless-steel construction make it a dependable choice for smaller vivariums and research operations.
