Arctic Squares Polycarbonate Cryostorage Box - -196°C - Heathrow Scientific

Retrieving specific cryogenic vials from deep freeze storage is often hampered by frosted lids, brittle plastics, and poorly marked grids. The Heathrow Scientific Arctic Squares® Polycarbonate Cryostorage Box is engineered to overcome these challenges, providing a premium, highly visible storage solution that safely houses 2.0mL tubes in both mechanical freezers and liquid nitrogen.

Constructed from ultra-durable polycarbonate, these boxes maintain their structural integrity from -196°C up to +121°C. They feature specialized liquid nitrogen vent and drainage holes to prevent dangerous pressure buildup. Distinct alphanumeric labeling on the lid and base ensures rapid sample identification, while the included magnetic forceps (on specific models) make extracting frozen vials safe and effortless.

Features and Benefits

• Extreme Temperature Resistance: High-grade polycarbonate safely withstands vapor phase liquid nitrogen (-196°C) and standard autoclave cycles (+121°C).

• Safety Venting: Integrated drainage holes safely exhaust liquid nitrogen and prevent dangerous pressure expansion during retrieval.

• Clear Identification: High-contrast alphanumeric grids on both the base and lid prevent misidentification of valuable samples.

• Magnetic Forceps (81 & 100 Place): Includes a custom pair of forceps with a magnetic top for easy storage on nearby metal freezer racks.

• Stackable Profile: Form-fitting lids ensure boxes stack securely to maximize vertical freezer capacity.

Specifications

Laboratory Applications

• Long-term cryogenic banking of sensitive cell lines and tissue samples

• Secure transport of active clinical specimens on dry ice

• Organizing high-value DNA/RNA extractions in mechanical -80°C freezers

Frequently Asked Questions

Do all sizes include the forceps?
The 81-place and 100-place boxes include the specialized magnetic forceps. The compact 25-place box does not include forceps.

Are the lids attached?
The 81-place and 100-place boxes feature a secure hinged lid. The 25-place box features a slide-on friction fit lid.

Can these be placed directly in liquid nitrogen?
These boxes are fully rated for vapor phase liquid nitrogen. Direct submersion in the liquid phase is generally not recommended for unsealed vials, but the box material itself will withstand the temperature.

Quality Assurance

Heathrow Scientific products are engineered to rigorous standards for the clinical and research laboratory. This product is manufactured under strict quality controls to ensure material integrity, dimensional accuracy, and reliable performance.

Academic and Institutional Pricing

LabSupplies.com offers tiered quantity pricing for academic and research institutions. As an authorized dealer, we ship directly from USA inventory.