ULT freezers are major continuous electrical loads compared with ordinary refrigerators because they maintain extreme temperature differentials. Energy use depends on cabinet size, setpoint, insulation, compressor design, ambient temperature and door openings.
Running at -80°C can use more energy than a warmer validated setpoint. Some labs review whether -70°C is acceptable for particular samples, but that decision must be scientifically validated rather than made only to save power.
The freezer rejects heat into the room, which increases air-conditioning load. Multiple ULT units in a small lab can create both electrical and HVAC capacity problems.
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