Safe Storage and Shipping of Cryo-EM Samples

2nd Generation of Cryo-EM Pucks

The Cryo-EM Pucks Gen 2.0 from MiTeGen have enhanced features over other Cryo-EM Pucks on the market. These include:

• 12 numbered well locations with easy-access tweezer notches
• Magnets in the bottom of the pucks, which securely hold the puck to the shelves of the shipping and storage canes
• Front grabbing tong location
• Custom 2D barcoding and puck serialization for advanced sample tracking
• 10 unique puck colors: Blue, Black, Brown, Gold, Green, Grey, Orange, Purple, Red, Violet, Rainbow - One of each

Storage and Shipping Canes

The magnetic storage and shipping canes securely hold the Cryo-EM Pucks Gen 2.0 to the shelves. Several models are available that are designed to work with the leading Cryogenic Refrigerators and Dry Shippers:

• Storage Cane for HC34 & VHC35
• Storage Cane for HC35
• Shipping Cane for CX100

Cryogenic Refrigerators and Dry Shippers

The High Capacity (HC) Cryogenic Refrigerators from Worthington Industries are designed for long-term storage of biological material at liquid nitrogen temperature. Temperatures generally range between –196 °C at the liquid surface, and –190 °C at the canister top. Three different models offer a variety of choices between sample storage capacity and holding time, while offering easier access to stored materials due to larger neck openings.

Cryo Express (CX) Dry Shippers allow a safe and IATA compliant transport of biological materials at cryogenic temperatures. They contain a unique absorbent material for liquid nitrogen that prevents a liquid spill if the unit is tipped over. Temperature inside the shipping cavity remains at approximately -190 °C. CXR100 contains a replaceable absorbent material that enables easy cleaning of the dry shipper.

Further accessories can be found here.

E-Mail Christin for technical inquiries or further information: xtals@jenabioscience.com