UPRIGHT BLOOD BANK REFRIGERATORS
Jewett upright blood bank refrigerators are available in four sizes with capacities from 240 to
720 blood bags, 450ml capacity. The upright models feature electronic temperature control,
alarm and recording systems, and forced-air circulation. Removable stainless steel roll-our
drawers have heavy-duty roller bearings for easy access to inventory and better stability when
fully extended.
Designed to meet AABB, ANRC, and FDA criteria for blood component storage, each model
includes a built-in solid-state electronic temperature control with the Jewett T100 Series
alarm/monitor system. Quiet-running, hermetically sealed refrigeration systems provide
excess refrigeration capacity for quick temperature recovery following door openings.
General Features
- Solid-state electronic temperature controller; pre-set for +4°C operation.
- Microprocessor T100-1 alarm/monitor system with digital temperature display
resolution to 0.1°C.
- Three on-board test functions to verify system readiness.
- Built-in electronic 7-day circular chart temperature recorder, standard, for permanent
record of operating temperature.
- Dual air circulating fans (single on BBR17 & 25) for maximum temperature uniformity
throughout cabinet.
- Fluorescent interior lighting with on/off switch.
- UL and CE Mark Listed

Jewett Models BBR25 and BBR55
Technical Specifications
Upright Blood Bank Refrigerators
Model |
Cu Ft./
Liters |
Unit
Cap.1 |
Ext.
WxDxH
Inches/cm |
115V,
60Hz |
Amp./Breaker*
208/230V, 60Hz |
200/230V,
50Hz |
Doors |
Drawers
4" Deep |
Drawer
Dim. |
BBR17 |
16.9
479 |
240 |
29" x 30" x
73.9"
74 x 76 x
187 |
8.82/15.0 |
4.41/15.0 |
4.41/15.0 |
1 |
5 |
20 5/8" D
x 21 5/8"
W |
BBR25 |
24.8
702 |
360 |
29" x 36" x
82.9"
74 x 91 x
211 |
8.90/15.0 |
4.45/15.0 |
4.45/15.0 |
1 |
6 |
26 5/8" D
x 21 5/8"
W |
BBR37 |
37.4
1059 |
480 |
59" x 30" x
73.9"
150 x 76 x
187 |
12.14/15.0 |
6.07/15.0 |
6.07/15.0 |
2 |
10 |
20 5/8" D
x 21 5/8"
W |
BBR55 |
55.0
1557 |
720 |
59" x 36" x
82.9"
150 x 91 x
211 |
12.30/15.0 |
6.15/15.0 |
6.15/15.0 |
2 |
12 |
26 5/8" D
x 21 5/8"
W |
1 450 ml bags.
* Specify voltage when ordering. Recommended connection to dedicated electrical service
on separate breaker. 10' line cord provided.
See chart for shipping weights.
T100 Series Alarm/Monitor System
Jewett upright blood bank refrigerators feature the T100 Series alarm/monitor system with
audible and visual warning in case of AC power failure or deviation of cabinet temperature
from setpoint.
Features include auto-tracking overtemp parameters, audio and warning light signatures,
alarm silence with automatic ring back; pre-programmed time delays, battery back-up with
test switch and low battery indicator light, remote alarm connections, self-test circuit for alarm
simulation, and automatic calibration with touch pad power failure test.
Dual thermistor probes on reach-in cabinets monitor upper and lower level temperatures with
a selector switch for viewing upper or lower temperature; probes are thermally weighted.
Audible and visual door ajar warning (upright reach-in cabinets) include a time adjustable
alarm delay.
Cabinet Construction and Refrigeration
- CFC-free cabinet insulation, minimum 2" vapor sealed polyurethane.
- Fully extendable stainless steel drawers adjustable on 1" centers; solid drawers contain
spills.
- Easy-to-clean dished interior cabinet base.
- Triple-pane heated glass door and frame with multi-point neoprene door gasket
reduces condensation.
- Adjustable, positive door latch with cylinder key lock hardware for security.
- Commercial grade adjustable door hinges.
- Fluorescent interior lights, full-height for maximum visibility.
- Heavy gauge galvannealed steel interior and exterior, textured beige enamel exterior,
and white enamel interior; optional stainless steel available.
- Heavy-duty casters, two swivel, two swivel with brakes (BBR 17 & 25), four swivel, two
swivels with brakes (BBR 37 & 55).
- Optional Pass-Thru designs are available; contact Jewett for details.
- Hermetically-sealed air-cooled refrigeration system with internal blower coils.
- Automatic off cycle defrost.
Options (See Accessories)
- Remote temperature monitor, drawer dividers, shelf dividers, stainless steel interior and
exterior, pass-thru models.