Controlled Rate Freeze Thaw - CRFT

The CRFT is a programmable freezing and thawing system that allows you ultimate control of cryopreservation research protocols.
Applications
  • Gamete cryopreservation for embryology and andrology
  • Tissue and cell culture
  • Sample preparation
  • Cryopreservation for large sample batches
  • Control thawing of samples
  • Stem cell research
  • System integrations for cryopreservation solutions in an automated setup
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About

Key features and benefits

  • Liquid nitrogen free for a safer cryopreservation approach, focussing on maximising cell survival rates.
  • Plug and go, no topping up required
  • Free of charge software allows you to design, track, export and report temperature profiles
  • Command protocols available for integration into automated setup
  • Programmability of profiles for fine tuning and control of heads. Offers accurate and repeatable control of freezing and thawing rates 
  • Interchangable heads for a wide range of consumables incl. Cryovials, straws, 96 well plates, flat plate
  • Custom heads options available upon request
  • Low running costs: estimated at 1% of liquid nitrogen-controlled rate freezing and runs on a 24V supply
  • Maximum temperature range of -100°C to 30°C*
  • Servicing and calibration options available

Products in the range

  • CRFT UK– Controlled rate freeze thawer with UK plug
  • CRFT EU– Controlled rate freeze thawer with EU plug
  • CRFT US– Controlled rate freeze thawer with US plug

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Specifications

Dimensions (mm) – wdh 345 x 290 x 380 (lid off) / 460 (lid on)
Weight (kg) 5kg
Max plate temp (°C) 30°C
Min plate temp (°C) -100°C*
Temp accuracy +/- 0.5°C
Temp stability +/- 0.1°C
Temp uniformity +/- 1.0°C Ref
Max cooling rate 10°C min/min
Max thawing rate 10°C/min from -100°C
Max temp stabilisation time 5 mins
Plug type UK, EU or US
Power supply 100-240V, 50-60Hz (24V DC unit supply)
Warranty 2 years

*Head dependant, temperature ranges of interchangable head only, not sample. If you want to discuss your application please email our technical sales team on salesdesk@grantinstruments.com

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Accessories

H00

Head for 16x 0.5ml straws

H01

Head for 18x0.3ml IMV straws

H02

Head for 55x1.8ml cryovials (0.5ml max fill)

H03

Head for Flat universal plate

H05

Head for 1x SBS microplate

H06

Head for 55x1.8ml deep cryovials (1ml max fill)

CRFTCRYOPEN

Cryopen nucleating tool

CRFTCARTRIDGE

Replacement cartridge for cryopen

CRFT UPS

Un-interruptible Power Supply for the CRFT for a 3 hour cycle in the event of an electrical power failure. 220-240v operation

CAL CRFT

Calibration certificate – single temperature point

CRFTMAINT 1

1 year maintenance agreement includes clean and test report(excludes repair and replacement of faulty parts)

CRFTCOMM

External communications protocol specification for the CRFT

IQOQCRFT

IQOQ booklet for CRFT

PQ CRFT

PQ booklet for CRFT

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Downloads

Software

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CRFT Software

Product Manuals

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CRFT Operating Manual

Technical Datasheets

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Further Information

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CRFT flyer
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