BioBOX 81 Polycarbonate Cryogenic Storage Box, 9x9 Format for 3–5 mL Vials, Pack of 5
The BioBOX 81 cryogenic storage box organizes high-volume sample inventories in mechanical freezers and liquid nitrogen storage, holding 81 vials in a 9x9 grid. Molded from rigid polycarbonate with a printed numbered lid, it supports biorepository archiving, cell line banking, and serum or plasma sample tracking at ultra-low temperatures.
Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Cryogenic storage box (BioBOX 81) |
| Volume/Size | Fits 3.0 mL, 4.0 mL and 5.0 mL CryoCLEAR / CryoGen vials |
| Material | Polycarbonate (PC) |
| Closure/Cap | Printed lid (numbered grid) |
| Graduation | 9x9 alphanumeric grid, holds 81 vials |
| Sterility | Non-sterile |
| Pack Size | 5 boxes per pack |
Available Colors
| 4.0mL and 5.0mL CryoCLEAR and CryoGen vials, Polycarbonate , Holds 81 vials (9x9 format), Printed Lid, YELLOW — Box of 4 | 3042Y | $118.60 |
| 4.0mL and 5.0mL CryoCLEAR vials, Polycarbonate , Holds 81 vials (9x9 format), Printed Lid, Pack Includes a CryoClear Tube Picker, RED — Box of 4 | 3042R | $118.60 |
| 4.0mL and 5.0mL CryoCLEAR vials, Polycarbonate , Holds 81 vials (9x9 format), Printed Lid, Pack Includes a CryoClear Tube Picker, GREEN — Box of 4 | 3042G | $118.60 |
| 4.0mL and 5.0mL CryoCLEAR vials, Polycarbonate , Holds 81 vials (9x9 format), Printed Lid, Pack Includes a CryoClear Tube Picker, BLUE — Box of 4 | 3042B | $118.60 |
Applications
- Long-term biorepository archiving of serum, plasma, and DNA aliquots
- Cell line and stem cell banking in liquid nitrogen vapor phase
- Color-coded sample segregation by study, protocol, or department
- Organized retrieval of 3–5 mL CryoCLEAR and CryoGen vials
- Microbial and viral stock storage in ultra-low freezers
- Clinical and research specimen inventory management at −196 °C
Chemical Resistance
| Aqueous buffers | Excellent |
| Dilute acids | Good |
| Dilute bases | Limited |
| Alcohols | Good |
| Acetonitrile | Limited |
| Aromatic solvents | Not recommended |
| Chlorinated solvents | Not recommended |
Quality & Procurement
Purchase through labsupplies.com, an authorized Globe Scientific dealer shipping from US inventory. Each pack carries lot numbers that support traceability for CAP-, CLIA-, and ISO 15189-accredited facilities. Institutional and grant-funded tiered pricing is available — contact our procurement team for quotes on multi-pack and freezer-fill quantities.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which vials fit the BioBOX 81?
The 9x9 grid accommodates 3.0 mL, 4.0 mL, and 5.0 mL CryoCLEAR vials; the Yellow box (3042Y) is also rated for CryoGen vials of the same volumes.
What temperature range does the polycarbonate withstand?
Polycarbonate construction is suitable for mechanical −80 °C freezers and liquid nitrogen vapor-phase storage. Avoid direct immersion in liquid-phase nitrogen and aromatic or chlorinated solvents.
How many boxes come in one pack?
Each pack contains 5 BioBOX 81 boxes. The list price of $118.60 is per pack of 5, equating to roughly $23.72 per box.
Why are four colors offered?
Color coding lets labs segregate samples by study, owner, or protocol for faster visual identification during retrieval. Yellow, Red, Green, and Blue share identical dimensions and the printed numbered lid.