STORAGE FREEZING
Cryometrix T-90 Storage Freezer
Cryometrix T-135 Ultra-Low Temperature Freezer
Cryometrix MC-140 Chest Freezer
Storage Freezing
Cryometrix offers a portfolio of ultra-low temperature storage freezers engineered for reliable long-term preservation, precise temperature control, and energy-efficient performance in life science, biopharmaceutical, clinical, and research environments.
Unlike traditional compressor-based systems, Cryometrix storage freezers use contained liquid nitrogen (LN2)-cooled technology to achieve ultra-low temperatures with improved temperature uniformity, rapid recovery, and reduced maintenance requirements. This approach supports critical cold storage workflows while minimizing operational complexity and energy consumption. .
From compact laboratory systems to advanced cryogenic preservation platforms, Cryometrix provides storage solutions optimized for biologics, blood products, cell therapies, pharmaceutical materials, and temperature-sensitive research samples.
Cryometrix T-90 Storage Freezer
The Cryometrix T-90 storage freezer is designed for laboratories, biobanks, and pharmaceutical facilities requiring dependable ultra-low temperature storage down to -90°C.
Using contained LN2 cooling technology, the T-90 provides stable chamber conditions, fast temperature recovery, and reduced maintenance compared with conventional compressor-based ultra-low freezers.
Features and benefits:
- Programmable storage temperatures down to -90°C
- Compressor-free LN2 cooling system
- Stable chamber temperature uniformity
- Fast recovery following door openings
- Reduced electrical power consumption
- Quiet operation for laboratory environments
- Low-maintenance cooling architecture
- No refrigerant-based refrigeration system
The T-90 is ideal for preserving biologics, plasma, pharmaceutical materials, tissue samples, and research specimens where stable ultra-low temperature storage is essential.
Cryometrix T-135 Ultra-Low Temperature Freezer
The Cryometrix T-90 storage freezer is designed for laboratories, biobanks, and pharmaceutical facilities requiring dependable ultra-low temperature storage down to -90°C.
Using contained LN2 cooling technology, the T-90 provides stable chamber conditions, fast temperature recovery, and reduced maintenance compared with conventional compressor-based ultra-low freezers.
Features and benefits:
- Programmable storage temperatures down to -90°C
- Compressor-free LN2 cooling system
- Stable chamber temperature uniformity
- Fast recovery following door openings
- Reduced electrical power consumption
- Quiet operation for laboratory environments
- Low-maintenance cooling architecture
- No refrigerant-based refrigeration system
The T-90 is ideal for preserving biologics, plasma, pharmaceutical materials, tissue samples,
and research specimens where stable ultra-low temperature storage is essential.
Cryometrix MC-140 Chest Freezer
The Cryometrix MC-140 is a compact chest-style cryogenic storage freezer designed for facilities requiring ultra-low temperature storage in a smaller footprint.
Despite its compact size, the MC-140 delivers reliable cryogenic storage performance down to -140°C for highly temperature-sensitive materials.
Features and benefits:
- Ultra-low temperatures to -140°C
- Compact chest-style configuration
- Excellent temperature uniformity
- Reduced LN2 consumption
- Low electrical power requirements
- Fast thermal pull-down and recovery
- Quiet, low-maintenance operation
- Space-efficient footprint for laboratories and cleanrooms
The MC-140 is ideal for laboratories, small biobanks, pharmaceutical storage, and specialty cryogenic applications where space efficiency and ultra-low temperature stability are priorities.
Choosing the Right Cryometrix Storage Freezer
Cryometrix storage freezers are designed to support different preservation requirements:
T-90
for dependable ultra-low storage down to -90°C
T-135
for advanced cryogenic preservation down to -135°C
MC-140
or compact ultra-low storage to -140°C
Together, these freezers help facilities improve sample protection, reduce operational complexity, and support efficient long-term storage workflows. .
Ultra-Low Temperature Storage Requirements
Ultra-low temperature storage plays a critical role in preserving biological integrity, pharmaceutical stability, and research reproducibility. Different applications require different storage temperatures depending on the sensitivity of the materials being preserved.
For many pharmaceutical and laboratory applications, temperatures around -80°C to -90°C provide effective long-term preservation. More sensitive biologics, stem cells, and advanced therapies may require temperatures below -135°C to minimize biological degradation and maintain viability over extended periods.
Cryometrix storage freezers are designed to support these demanding preservation environments with stable cryogenic temperature control and rapid recovery capabilities.
Long-Term Sample Preservation Challenges
Long-term cold storage involves more than simply reaching low temperatures. Maintaining stable storage conditions over months or years requires reliable temperature consistency, dependable recovery performance, and minimized thermal disruption.
Common storage challenges include:
- Temperature fluctuations during door openings
- Mechanical compressor failures
- Inconsistent chamber temperature distribution
- High energy consumption
- Maintenance-related downtime
- Limited scalability for growing storage needs
Cryometrix LN2-based storage freezers are designed to address these challenges through simplified cooling architecture and stable ultra-low temperature performance.
Choosing Between -90°C, -135°C, and -140°C Storage
Different materials require different storage conditions depending on sensitivity, storage duration, and regulatory requirements.
-90°C Storage Applications
Storage around -90°C is commonly used for:
- Plasma and blood products
- Pharmaceutical compounds
- Bioprocess intermediates
- Research samples
- General biologics preservation
The T-90 provides reliable ultra-low storage for these applications while reducing maintenance and operational complexity.
-135°C Storage Applications
Storage below the glass transition temperature of water is important for preserving highly sensitive biological materials.
Applications commonly requiring -135°C storage include:
- Stem cells
- Cell therapies
- Viral vectors
- Advanced biologics
- Long-term cryogenic preservation workflows
The T-135 supports these applications with stable cryogenic storage conditions and reduced thermal variability.
-140°C Storage Applications
For facilities requiring even lower storage temperatures in compact environments, the MC-140 provides dependable cryogenic preservation performance with efficient space utilization.
Why Compressor-Free Storage Matters
Traditional ultra-low temperature freezers rely on cascade compressor systems that can require significant maintenance and generate substantial heat output and power consumption.
Cryometrix storage freezers eliminate compressor-driven refrigeration by using contained LN2 cooling technology.
Benefits of compressor-free storage include:
- Reduced maintenance requirements
- Fewer mechanical failure points
- Lower electrical power consumption
- Reduced HVAC load within facilities
- Quiet operation
- Faster recovery after door openings
- Improved reliability in demanding environments
This simplified cooling approach helps facilities reduce downtime while maintaining consistent storage conditions.
Energy Efficiency in Ultra-Low Temperature Storage
Energy consumption is a major consideration for laboratories, biobanks, and pharmaceutical facilities operating multiple ultra-low freezers.
Traditional compressor-based ULT freezers can consume significant electrical power while also increasing facility HVAC demands due to heat output.
Cryometrix LN2 storage freezers help reduce electrical consumption by eliminating compressor-driven refrigeration systems. Lower heat output can also help reduce cooling demands within temperature-controlled environments.
For facilities operating large cold storage infrastructures, improving freezer efficiency can contribute to lower operational costs and sustainability goals.
Storage Reliability and Sample Protection
Reliability is critical in long-term biological storage applications where temperature excursions can compromise valuable materials and research.
Cryometrix storage freezers are engineered to support:
- Stable ultra-low temperature operation
- Fast chamber recovery after access events
- Consistent temperature uniformity
- Reduced maintenance-related downtime
- Long-term preservation workflows
- Reliable operation in high-demand environments
These performance characteristics help support sample protection across clinical, research, and manufacturing operations.
Common Storage Freezing Applications
Cryometrix storage freezers are used across a wide range of life science and pharmaceutical workflows.
Biopharmaceutical Storage
Long-term preservation of biologics, vaccines, intermediates, and pharmaceutical materials.
Blood Banking and Plasma Storage
Reliable ultra-low temperature storage for blood products and plasma processing applications.
Cell and Gene Therapy
Cryogenic preservation of stem cells, viral vectors, and advanced therapy products.
Biobanking
Long-term storage of tissue samples, DNA, RNA, and clinical specimens.
Research Laboratories
Ultra-low temperature storage supporting scientific research, process development, and analytical workflows.
Storage Freezing FAQs
What is ultra-low temperature storage?
Ultra-low temperature storage refers to preserving materials at temperatures typically below -80°C to maintain stability, viability, and long-term integrity.
Why are temperatures below -135°C important?
Temperatures below approximately -135°C help reduce molecular activity and biological degradation, making them important for long-term cryogenic preservation of sensitive materials.
What are the advantages of LN2-based storage freezers?
LN2-based systems can provide improved temperature recovery, reduced maintenance, lower electrical consumption, and simplified cooling architecture compared with compressor-based systems.
What applications require cryogenic storage?
Applications include cell therapy, stem cell preservation, biologics manufacturing, blood banking, pharmaceutical storage, and long-term biobanking.
Can Cryometrix storage freezers support regulated environments?
Yes. Cryometrix storage systems are designed for laboratory, pharmaceutical, clinical, and research environments requiring dependable ultra-low temperature performance.