Nunc™ Cryobank and Bank-It™ Replacement Caps

Here are some advantages of the 2D barcoded storage system:
- Less time needed for labeling, sample recording, and retrieval
- Maximize freezer utilization while keeping storage space organised
- Ensures a safe, permanent ID of a sample
- Enables multivial capping and multichannel filling
- Individualized samples, eliminating multiple freeze/thaw cycles

We recommend using Nunc Cryobank vials for liquid nitrogen storage as these vials are designed for use at ultra-low temperatures. They come without a lid so that they can be easily picked from the rack at ultra-low temperatures using a tube selection or pen tool.
On the other hand, we recommend Matrix ScrewTop storage tubes for use at higher temperatures (-80 degrees C and above). They work well for both manual and automated picking.

Please view the following information regarding the usage of Thermo Scientific 2D barcoded storage tubes:
Tube Type; Typical Storage Temperature; Application(s); Special Feature(s)
Sepraseal; -20 degrees C; Compound storage; Can easily be removed for sample access
Presplit Sepraseal; -20 degrees C; Compound storage; Up to 200 piercings
Duraseal; -20 degrees; Compound storage; Safe seal for multiple piercings
Matrix ScrewTop; -80 degrees C; Blood components, DNA, Bacteria; With the correct torque, there is very little evaporation at -80 C, disposable pipette tips can be used
Nunc Screwcap; -176 degrees C; Mammalian cells; Minimal height, tubes can be removed with cryo gloves