What are the main advantages of using a BOD incubator, and what limitations should be considered?

Advantages include controlled environments for reliable microbial growth, precise temperature control, multiple sample accommodation, ease of operation, and accurate oxygen consumption measurement. Limitations include reliance on a stable power supply, regular calibration, high initial and running costs, sensitivity to ambient conditions, and a standard 5-day incubation time, which may not suit time-sensitive applications.