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The
CryoGrinder is a miniaturized mortar and pestle system designed to
homogenize small samples (<500 mg) at low temperatures so to preserve the
integrity of biomolecules. This system combines the ease of a
handheld homogenizer with the efficiency of a mortar and pestle. Key
features of the CryoGrinder include:
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Motor driven pestle
constructed from an extremely durable porcelain/zirconium composite
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Rugged pestle
with stainless steel shafts with hex bit for quick connection to the
motor
· CryoGrinder
can be decontaminated and sterilized via autoclave and dry heat (e.g.,
200°C for 2 hr)
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Small space saving design
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Optional CryoCooler accessory valuable for chilling and transporting
samples
The
CryoGrinder mortar and pestle are pre-chilled in liquid nitrogen. Frozen samples are placed in the mortar
and the motorized pestle is pressed down on the sample. Due to the
cryogenic temperature, samples are rapidly ground into dust. Tissues
from heart, lung, spleen, muscle, kidney and liver have been
effectively pulverized using the CryoGrinder. Mortars are easily
inverted so that ground samples can be collected into chilled tubes.
Each
CryoGrinder Kit comes with a cordless handheld motor plus four
mortar and pestle sets. Additional mortar and pestle sets can be
purchased separately.
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