Grant Instruments Controlled Rate Freeze Thaw (CRFT)

Product Code. 17970401

Brand: Grant Instruments CRFT UK

Description

Controlled Rate Freeze Thaw (CRFT) for cryopreservation. Interchangeable heads must be ordered seperately.

Controlled rate freezer and thawer that maximizes cell survival without using liquid nitrogen.

Applications

• Transgenic embryology research
• Stem cell research
• Clinical and research samples, e.g. lymphocytes and tissue cell lines in conventional cryovials
• Various mammalian cells including cardiomyocytes, adipose, liver and muscle
• Cord blood derived stem cells
• Adherent cells and stem cells in microplates
• Cell suspensions in numbered/barcoded arrays
• System integrations
• Suitable for applications in veterinarian IVF

Key features and benefits

• Accurate and reproducible control of cooling rates and sample temperatures
• A focus on maximising cell survival rates
• Controlled and customisable freezing and thawing
• Linear and non-linear freezing profiles
• Liquid nitrogen, alcohol and cryogen free - no need for 'topping up'
• Interchangeable heads for flexibility (ordered separately)
• Free of charge software allows you to design, track, export and report temperature profiles
• Easy to use and samples can be nucleated/seeded in-situ
• Low running costs: estimated at 1% of liquid nitrogen-controlled rate freezing and runs on a 24 V supply
• Temperature range of -100°C to 30°C
• Servicing and calibration options available
• Command protocols available

Specifications

• Type: Cryogenic Freezer/Thawer
• No. of Doors: 1
• Cabinet Material: Plastic
• Chamber Material: Aluminum
• Exterior Finish: Plastic
• Certifications/Compliance: CE
• Style: Benchtop
• Casters: No
• Color: White
• For Use With (Equipment): Vials, Straws, PCR Plates
• Warranty: 2 Years
• Defrost: Controlled Thawing
• Model: CRFT
• Water Cooled: No
• Dimensions (DxWxH) Exterior: 290 x 345 x 460 mm
• Dimensions (D x W x H) Interior: 290 x 345 x 380 mm
• Monitoring Options: Internal Data Logger USB
• Access Security: Password Protected Software
• On-Board Datalogging: Via Software
• PC Programmability: Yes
• Backup Systems: UPS (As Optional Extra)
• Connectivity: USB and Software Supplied
• Amperage: 3.5 A
• Plug Type: UK
• Voltage: 100/240 V
• Frequency: 50/60 Hz
• Wattage: 170 W
• Vial Capacity: Up to 55
• Compressor: Air-cooled
• Refrigerant: Helium
• Shipping Weight (English): 25.8 lb.
• Shipping Weight (Metric): 11.7 kg
• Weight (English): 19.62 lb.
• Weight (Metric): 8.9 kg
• Holds: Interchangeable Heads