50L Glass Photo Bioreactor

50L Glass Photobioreactor for Algae Cultivation

Bailun’s 50L Glass Photobioreactor is designed for pilot-scale algae cultivation, photosynthetic microorganism research, and laboratory-scale photobioprocess development. Featuring a high-transparency borosilicate glass vessel, programmable LED illumination system, and precise environmental control, this photobioreactor ensures stable and reproducible cultivation conditions for microalgae, cyanobacteria, and other photosynthetic organisms.

The 50L glass photobioreactor is widely used in biotechnology laboratories, universities, algae research institutes, environmental engineering projects, and pilot-scale photobioprocess optimization.

Applications of 50L Glass Photobioreactor

The 50L photobioreactor is suitable for a variety of laboratory and pilot-scale cultivation applications, including:

• Microalgae Cultivation

• Cyanobacteria Research

• Photosynthetic Cell Culture

• Biofuel Research

• CO₂ Capture & Carbon Fixation Studies

• Plant Cell Culture

• Nutraceutical Production

• Pigment & Metabolite Research

• Wastewater Treatment Research

• Pilot-Scale Photobioprocess Development

This system supports both laboratory research and pilot-scale algae process optimization.

Advantages of Glass Photobioreactor Technology

Excellent Light Transmission

The borosilicate glass vessel provides superior transparency for efficient light penetration and photosynthesis.

Benefits include:

• Uniform light distribution

• Enhanced photosynthetic efficiency

• Improved biomass productivity

• Stable cultivation environment

The transparent vessel allows easy visual monitoring of culture growth and process conditions.

Advanced LED Illumination System

The 50L photobioreactor comes with a programmable LED lighting system optimized for algae cultivation.

Optional lighting features:

• Adjustable light intensity

• Red/blue LED spectrum

• Full-spectrum LED lighting

• Programmable light cycles

• Energy-efficient illumination

This helps optimize biomass growth, pigment production, and metabolite accumulation.

Efficient CO₂ Supply & Gas Exchange

The airlift and aeration design ensures efficient gas transfer for photosynthetic cultures.

Advantages include:

• Stable CO₂ supply

• Efficient oxygen removal

• Uniform gas distribution

• Enhanced photosynthetic activity

This improves culture consistency and productivity.

Low Shear & Gentle Mixing

The system provides low-shear conditions for sensitive algae and photosynthetic microorganisms.

Benefits include:

• Reduced cell damage

• Stable suspension conditions

• Improved culture viability

• Enhanced biomass growth

Ideal for microalgae, cyanobacteria, and plant cells.

Key Features of Bailun 50L Glass Photobioreactor

High-Quality Borosilicate Glass Vessel

The 50L photobioreactor uses premium borosilicate glass with excellent durability and chemical resistance.

Features include:

• High transparency

• Corrosion resistance

• Thermal shock resistance

• Easy sterilization

• Long service life

Optional configurations include:

• Jacketed vessel system

• Hybrid glass-stainless structure

• Customized vessel geometry

Intelligent Process Control System

Advanced automation and environmental monitoring ensure stable cultivation.

Controlled parameters include:

• Temperature

• pH

• Dissolved Oxygen (DO)

• CO₂ concentration

• Airflow

• Light intensity

• Agitation speed

Optional automation systems:

• PLC controller

• Touchscreen HMI

• SCADA system

• Remote monitoring

This ensures process repeatability and operational efficiency.

Flexible Aeration & Circulation Design

The 50L photobioreactor supports multiple aeration and circulation configurations:

• Airlift circulation

• Bubble column design

• Mechanical agitation

• Customized sparger system

These configurations improve gas-liquid mass transfer and nutrient distribution efficiency.

Designed for Laboratory & Pilot-Scale Applications

The 50L glass photobioreactor bridges laboratory research and pilot-scale cultivation.

The scalable design supports smooth transition to larger industrial photobioreactor systems.

Sterility and Contamination Control

Maintaining sterility is essential for reproducible research.

Sterility features include:

• Closed cultivation system

• Sterile gas filtration

• Aseptic sampling ports

• SIP or autoclave sterilization support

• Sterile inoculation connections

• Condensation exhaust management

These features help minimize contamination risk and improve cultivation reliability.

Customizable Photobioreactor Solutions

Bailun provides customized photobioreactor systems according to process requirements.

Vessel Options

• Borosilicate glass vessel

• Jacketed vessel

• Hybrid glass-stainless configuration

LED Lighting Options

• White LED

• Red/blue LED

• Full-spectrum LED

• Programmable lighting system

Sensor Options

• pH sensor

• DO sensor

• CO₂ sensor

• Light intensity sensor

• Biomass monitoring

Automation Expansion

• PLC automation

• SCADA integration

• Data logging system

• Remote monitoring system

Advantages of Bailun Photobioreactor Systems

Professional Photobioprocess Engineering

Bailun specializes in photobioreactor and fermentation systems for algae cultivation, biotechnology, and laboratory applications.

Flexible Customization Capability

We provide customized vessel structures, lighting systems, aeration designs, and automation solutions.

Stable Process Performance

Optimized lighting and aeration systems improve photosynthetic efficiency and biomass productivity.

Global Technical Support

Bailun provides worldwide support including:

• Installation

• Commissioning

• Technical consultation

• Operator training

• After-sales service

Technical Specifications of 50L Glass Photobioreactor

Why Choose Bailun

Bailun is a professional manufacturer of photobioreactor and bioprocess systems for laboratory, pilot, and industrial applications.

Why customers choose Bailun:

• Strong engineering capability

• Flexible OEM/ODM customization

• High-quality manufacturing

• Competitive global pricing

• Fast delivery

• Global technical support

• Rich experience in algae and photobioprocess projects

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main application of the 50L glass photobioreactor?

It is mainly used for pilot-scale algae cultivation, cyanobacteria research, and photosynthetic bioprocess development.

Can the system support programmable LED lighting?

Yes, it comes with programmable LED systems with adjustable intensity and spectrum.

Is it suitable for biofuel research?

Yes, it is widely used for algae biomass cultivation and lipid production studies for biofuel applications.

Can the photobioreactor be sterilized?

Yes, the system supports SIP sterilization or autoclave sterilization.

Can the system be customized?

Yes, Bailun provides customized vessel configurations, lighting, sensors, and automation according to customer requirements.

Request a Quote

Looking for a reliable 50L glass photobioreactor for pilot-scale algae cultivation and photosynthetic research?

Contact Bailun today for:

• Customized photobioreactor solutions

• Technical consultation

• Detailed quotation

• Laboratory and pilot-scale process support

• Global technical services

Our engineering team is ready to support your algae cultivation and photobioprocess projects worldwide.