Cryo Grid Box Handling Tools – Secure Cryo-EM Sample Management
Cryo Grid Box Handling Tools are essential for secure, contamination-free handling of Cryo-EM grids and vitrified specimens. These precision-engineered tools facilitate safe transfer, storage, and retrieval of Cryo-EM grids from Cryo-TEM grid boxes without compromising sample integrity.
Designed for use with high-pressure freezing systems, AutoGrids, and cryogenic storage solutions, these handling tools ensure smooth, damage-free operations in Cryo-EM laboratories, structural biology research, and material science applications.
With ergonomic designs, high precision, and compatibility with leading Cryo-EM workflows, these tools optimize grid manipulation, sample loading, and retrieval in liquid nitrogen environments.
Key Features of Cryo Grid Box Handling Tools
1. High-Precision Cryo-EM Grid Handling
- Designed for use with Cryo-TEM grid boxes and vitrified specimen storage.
- Minimizes contamination risks during grid transfer and retrieval.
- Ensures secure handling of delicate Cryo-EM grids in extreme cryogenic conditions.
2. Optimized for Liquid Nitrogen Storage & Sample Transfer
- Cryo-compatible materials withstand low-temperature environments.
- Compatible with liquid nitrogen dewars for safe sample storage.
- Prevents accidental grid damage during handling and retrieval.
3. Ergonomic, Precision-Engineered Tools
- Includes Cryo Grid Box Tweezers, Gripper Tools, and Handling Rods.
- Non-slip, fine-tip designs allow for stable grip and precise control.
- Autoclavable and easy to clean, ensuring sterility in research environments.
4. Compatible with Leading Cryo-EM Systems
- Supports workflows involving FEI Vitrobot, Leica EM 6P, and Gatan CP3.
- Works seamlessly with AutoGrid storage solutions and vitrification stations.
- Essential for high-throughput Cryo-EM sample preparation.
Technical Specifications of Cryo EM Box Handling tools
Feature | Specification |
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Material | Cryogenically Stable Stainless Steel / Polymer |
Tool Types | Cryo Grid Box Tweezers, Gripper Tools, Handling Rods |
Compatibility | FEI Vitrobot, Gatan CP3, Leica EM 6P, AutoGrid Systems |
Temperature Stability | -196°C (Liquid Nitrogen Storage) |
Application | Cryo-EM, TEM, Structural Biology, Nanotechnology |
Safety Features | Anti-Contamination, Precision Control, Autoclavable |
Applications of Cryo Grid Box Handling Tools
1. Cryo-EM Grid Storage & Sample Management
- Facilitates safe transfer of Cryo-EM grids into and out of vitrification systems.
- Ensures minimal sample disturbance for high-resolution Cryo-EM studies.
- Supports long-term sample preservation in cryogenic storage solutions.
2. High-Resolution Electron Microscopy & TEM Research
- Optimized for transmission electron microscopy (TEM) workflows.
- Prevents sample loss or misalignment during grid retrieval.
- Compatible with Cryo-EM imaging systems and automated workflows.
3. Structural Biology & Drug Discovery Research
- Essential for handling delicate protein samples and macromolecular structures.
- Used in cryogenic specimen storage for pharmaceutical research.
- Improves reproducibility and accuracy in single-particle Cryo-EM studies.
Why Choose Cryo Grid Box Handling Tools?
- Precision-Engineered for Cryo-EM – Designed for secure, contamination-free grid handling.
- Optimized for Cryogenic Conditions – Withstands liquid nitrogen storage environments.
- Compatible with Major Cryo-EM Systems – Works with FEI Vitrobot, Leica EM 6P, and AutoGrid solutions.
- Ergonomic & User-Friendly Design – Provides precise control over grid retrieval and transfer.
- Minimizes Sample Loss & Contamination – Ensures safe and reliable Cryo-EM workflows.
- Trusted by Leading Research Institutions – Used in structural biology, nanotechnology, and pharmaceutical research.
