Thermo Fisher CryoMed Controlled Rate Freezer for Precise Cryopreservation of Biological Samples

The Thermo Fisher CryoMed Controlled Rate Freezer is a high-precision programmable cryopreservation system designed for consistent freezing of biological samples, including cell lines, tissues, and stem cells. It is widely used in research, clinical diagnostics, and biobanking environments where reproducible sample viability is critical.

Key technical features include:

• Temperature range: +50°C to -180°C with a chamber temperature tolerance of ±2°C
• Chamber capacity: 17 liters (0.6 cubic feet), supporting storage of up to 380 vials
• User interface: Intuitive touchscreen control facilitating programmable ramp-and-hold profiles for customized freezing protocols
• Data management: On-board data logging with USB export (model TSCM17PA) and Ethernet OPC UA connectivity (model TSCM17FA) for traceability and integration into laboratory information management systems (LIMS)
• Physical dimensions: Internal chamber 6 x 13 x 12 inches, external dimensions of 37 x 24 x 22 inches, weighing 154 lbs
• Electrical requirements: 120V, 60Hz, 12A operation with voltage flexibility in select models (100–220 V)
• Operational benefits: Electronically controlled freezing eliminates the need for continuous liquid nitrogen flow, enhancing safety and reducing operational costs

This controlled-rate freezer is essential for molecular diagnostics, biotechnology workflows, and bioprocessing applications such as synthetic biology and gene editing, where precise cryogenic protocols ensure sample integrity. It is also widely adopted in biomedical engineering and clinical research fields for live-cell preservation and biobanking of stem cells and sensitive biological materials.

By delivering reproducible cooling profiles and programmable temperature control, the CryoMed system supports critical biopharmaceutical production pipelines and molecular cloning workflows, helping laboratories maintain the highest sample quality and data consistency.