Grant JB Academy Basic Digital Water Bath – 18L (Model 2148)

The Grant JB Academy 18L Basic Digital Water Bath is the largest model in the JB Academy series, offering a generous capacity and reliable temperature control designed specifically for school laboratories and general scientific use. With simple, intuitive digital controls, a clear display, and Grant’s trusted “Set and Forget”™ technology, this water bath delivers accurate heating performance ideal for everyday teaching and practical work.

The JB Academy range is available in 5L, 12L, and 18L sizes and has been developed to provide cost‑effective, education‑focused solutions without compromising on quality or safety. This 18‑litre model includes a front panel lockout to prevent accidental tampering with settings—perfect for busy classroom environments—and advanced dry start and run‑dry protection to safeguard the heater and reduce maintenance costs. Please note: all JB Academy Water Baths are supplied without lids. Each unit is backed by a comprehensive 3‑year manufacturer’s warranty.

Key Features

• Temperature stability: ±0.5 °C
• Temperature range: +5 °C to 95 °C
• Temperature setting resolution: 0.5 °C
• Front panel lockout for secure operation in teaching environments
• Advanced dry start protection to prevent heater damage
• Run‑dry protection for increased safety and reliability
• Supplied without lids (optional lids available separately)
• 3‑year manufacturer’s warranty for peace of mind

Ideal for School Science Lessons & Laboratory Use

The Grant JB Academy 18L Water Bath is an excellent choice for KS3, GCSE, and A‑Level science departments, offering a spacious chamber suitable for multiple samples or larger apparatus. Reliable and simple to use, it is ideal for a range of curriculum‑based practical activities, including:

• Biology investigations such as enzyme activity, incubation, and controlled‑temperature reactions
• Chemistry practicals involving solubility testing, warming samples, or reaction‑rate studies
• Physics demonstrations related to heat transfer and thermal energy behaviour
• Prep‑room workflows where stable and consistent heating is required
• Supporting student understanding of precision, repeatability, and experimental control

Robust, safe, and designed with education in mind, the Grant JB Academy 18L Basic Digital Water Bath provides excellent value and dependable performance for modern school science laboratories and teaching environments.