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196-Well | Open-Bottom Design | Snap-Fit Tube Retention | Laser-Etched Barcode | PC/ABS Composite
Description
Cryo boxes fail two ways: they crack in LN2 vapor, and their barcodes flake off after a year of freeze-thaw. This one does neither.
The Biofargo 196-Well Open-Bottom Barcoded Cryobox is molded from a polycarbonate cap and a PC/ABS composite base — engineered to survive repeated −196 °C cycling without brittleness. The 14 × 14 holds standard 0.75 mL cryo tubes plus extended-length and large-diameter formats, while the open bottom lets liquid nitrogen circulate directly through each well for fast cooling and stable temperature recovery. Each box carries a laser-etched alphanumeric code and 2D barcode — permanent identification that survives LN2 immersion and autoclaving, no adhesive labels to peel off.
Compatible with standard 0.75 mL cryogenic tubes (including extended-length and large-diameter formats).
Features
- ● Open-Bottom 14 × 14 High-Density Format — 196 wells per box in ANSI/SLAS footprint. Accommodates standard 0.75 mL cryotubes plus extended-length and large-diameter formats. The open bottom lets LN2 circulate through each tube well for rapid cooling and stable temperature recovery.
- ● PC Cap + PC/ABS Composite Bottom — High-strength polycarbonate cap paired with a PC/ABS composite base. Resists alcohols, organic solvents, and repeated freeze–thaw cycling without cracking under cryogenic handling.
- ● −196 °C to +121 °C Operating Range — Survives LN2 vapor-phase and liquid immersion, plus steam autoclaving. Meets the thermal cycling demands of cell banks, genetic resource centers, and high-containment biorepositories.
- ● Laser-Etched Barcode + Alphanumeric Markings — Pre-marked side walls carry durable alphanumeric codes and a scannable barcode. No adhesive labels to peel off at −80 °C or in LN2 vapor. Supports long-term sample tracking and LIMS workflows.
- ● Snap-Fit Tube Retention — Tubes lock into wells with a snap-fit geometry. No tubes popping loose when the box is tilted, bumped, or pulled from an LN2 tank.
- ● Automation-Ready Geometry — Precisely aligned wells with consistent spacing for robotic pick-and-place. Removable transparent lid with access openings allows robotic access without opening. Chamfered corners position the lid correctly every time.
- ● Available in Five Formats — 48-, 96-, 100-, and 196-well variants in 1.5" or 2" heights. See the comparison table below.
Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
| Product Name | 196-Well Open-Bottom Barcoded Cryogenic Box, 1.5-Inch Height |
| Item No. | 413064 |
| Layout | 14 × 14 (196 Wells) |
| Compatible Tubes | 0.75 mL Cryogenic Tubes (including Extended-Length and Large-Diameter Formats) |
| Box Height | 1.5 in (37.1 mm) |
| Bottom Design | Open Bottom |
| Material | Polycarbonate (PC) Cap; PC + ABS Composite Bottom |
| Temperature Range | −196 °C to 121 °C |
| Appearance | Gray Base with Transparent Lid |
| Lid Type | Removable Transparent Lid with Access Openings |
| Side Marking | Alphanumeric Characters + Laser-Etched Barcode |
| Automation | Optimized for high-density automated biobanking & robotic handling systems |
| Package | 30 Boxes/Case |
Applications
- Long-Term Biobank & Cell Repository Storage — ultra-low freezers and LN2 tanks in cell banks, genetic resource centers, and biorepositories.
- Automated Biobanking & High-Throughput Sample Management — Compatible with robotic storage, retrieval, and pick-and-place platforms.
- Sample Traceability & LIMS Workflows — barcoded identification for lifecycle tracking and audit-ready documentation.
- Multi-Specimen Cryogenic Storage — DNA, RNA, cell lines, primary cells, tissues, and microbial collections.
- Clinical, Academic & Industrial Research — translational medicine, regulated laboratories, pharma, biotech, and CROs.
Which Cryobox Format Is Right for You?
This listing is the 196-Well, 1.5-inch height variant — built for extended-length 0.75 mL tubes. Compare the five Biofargo cryobox formats below to pick the density and clearance that matches your tube inventory.
| Variant | Wells | Height | Best For |
| 48-Well Cryobox, 1.5" | 48 | 1.5 in | Large-diameter or extended-length tubes, lower density |
| 96-Well Cryobox, 1.5" | 96 | 1.5 in | Standard 0.75 mL tubes, SBS-compatible |
| 96-Well Cryobox, 2" | 96 | 2 in | Standard 0.75 mL tubes, SBS-compatible |
| 100-Well Cryobox, 2" | 100 | 2 in | 2 mL cryotubes in 96-well plate footprint |
| This product: 196-Well Cryobox, 1.5" | 196 | 1.5 in | Standard 0.75 mL tubes |
When can I expect my order to ship?
Most orders are filled and shipped within 2-3 business days from the time they are received.
Our standard shipping usually take 2-5 days.
We also provide express shippping for time-sensitive deliveries.
Email contact@biofargo.com if you have any requirements.

