Antech CryoVita 49 controlled-rate freezer — A 51 L front-opening vertical controlled-rate freezer using liquid nitrogen. It records chamber and sample temperature, supports programmed cooling profiles and exports cycle records through USB.
RANGE−180…+50 °CModel specifications
CHAMBER51 LModel specifications
MAXIMUM CAPACITY1190 vials of 2 mLModel specifications
Photo: manufacturer illustration of the Antech CryoVita controlled-rate freezer series with a front-opening chamber. The photo shows a front-opening example from the series. The selected model’s chamber capacity, external dimensions and configuration are listed in the table and supply specification.
Key advantages
- Programmable freezing rate of 0.1–99.9 °C/min and heating rate of 0.1–12 °C/min.
- Touchscreen controller with up to 20 stored programs, including six default programs.
- Chamber and sample temperature recording with USB export.
- Remote alarm contact, door-operation interlock and LN₂ prefilter.
Technical specifications
| Model | CryoVita 49 |
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| Loading | Front opening, vertical |
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| Chamber volume | 51 L |
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| Temperature range | −180…+50 °C |
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| Freezing rate | 0.1–99.9 °C/min |
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| Heating rate | 0.1–12 °C/min |
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| Temperature deviation | <2 °C |
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| Controller | Touchscreen and microprocessor |
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| Programs | Up to 20, including 6 default programs |
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| Temperature display | Chamber and sample |
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| Data storage / USB | Yes |
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| 2 mL vials | 1190 |
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| 5 mL vials | 714 |
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| 0.5 mL straws | 1350 |
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| 0.25 mL straws | 1782 |
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| 25/50 mL blood bags | 90 |
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| 250 mL blood bags | 30 |
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| 500 mL blood bags | 30 |
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| Interior W × D × H | 502 × 305 × 330 mm |
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| Exterior W × D × H | 1190 × 540 × 550 mm |
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| Net weight | 103 kg |
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| Heating power | 3000 W |
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| Power supply | AC 100–240 V, 50/60 Hz |
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| Chamber material | SUS304 stainless steel |
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| Refrigerant | Liquid nitrogen |
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| LN₂ source pressure | 14–22 PSI |
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| LN₂ prefilter | Yes |
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| Pressure relief valve | Yes, 125 PSI |
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| Remote alarm contact | Yes |
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| Door-operation safety interlock | Yes |
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| Freezing racks | Optional |
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| Printer | Optional |
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Application and configuration
Used for controlled cooling of biological samples under a validated laboratory protocol. Applications include biobanks, research, veterinary and cell-processing laboratories.
An external liquid-nitrogen source at 14–22 PSI is required. Select optional racks and cassettes for the sample format; listed capacities depend on the selected inventory configuration.
Confirm the freezing profile, sample containers, electrical supply, nitrogen connection and installation requirements before ordering.
Is an external LN₂ supply required?
Yes. The catalogue specifies a supply pressure of 14–22 PSI. Match connections and equipment to the selected model.
Are all racks included as standard?
No. Racks and cassettes are optional and selected for the sample format. Listed capacities depend on that configuration.
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Official manufacturer information
The photo shows a vertical CryoVita series unit; refer to the specifications for this model’s design, loading and dimensions.
Before ordering
The temperature range, rates and weight follow the current manufacturer MODELS table. Earlier brochures may describe a different revision. FEATURES and MODELS give different program counts; this listing uses up to 20, including 6 defaults, as stated in MODELS. Specify the required controller revision, operating range and accessories in the order specification.
Antech CryoVita — MODELS
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