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:
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25″ W x 25″ H
Belt Width:
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24″
External Dimensions:
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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.
