CRYOCAN BA-11 Liquid Nitrogen Container – 11 Litre Cryogenic Storage Vessel

The CRYOCAN BA-11 Liquid Nitrogen Storage Container is a specialized cryogenic vessel designed for the safe storage and preservation of biological materials at extremely low temperatures using liquid nitrogen (LN₂). Manufactured under the CRYOCAN brand by Indian Oil Corporation Limited, this container is widely used in biotechnology laboratories, veterinary institutions, artificial insemination centres, IVF clinics, hospitals, fertility centres and biomedical research facilities.

The CRYOCAN BA-11 is designed with advanced vacuum insulation technology to minimize heat transfer from the surrounding environment into the container. Its double-wall construction and high-vacuum insulation help maintain extremely low internal temperatures while reducing liquid nitrogen evaporation. This makes the equipment suitable for long-term cryogenic preservation of temperature-sensitive biological samples.

With a nominal liquid nitrogen capacity of 11.6 litres, the BA-11 provides a practical storage solution for laboratories and facilities requiring a relatively compact biological sample preservation system. Its cylindrical body and portable configuration make it convenient to position and handle in laboratory environments.

The container is particularly suitable for the cryogenic preservation of animal semen used in artificial insemination programmes. It can also be used for storing compatible biological materials such as embryos, reproductive cells, stem cells, cell cultures and other temperature-sensitive research specimens. These applications require consistently low storage temperatures to preserve biological viability over extended periods.

One of the important features of the CRYOCAN BA-11 is its low static evaporation rate. According to the manufacturer's catalogue, the model has a nominal static evaporation loss rate of approximately 0.14 litres per day and a static holding time of approximately 83 days under specified test conditions. Actual performance depends on environmental conditions, handling frequency, liquid nitrogen filling levels and the condition of the vacuum insulation system.

The BA-11 is equipped with six removable storage canisters that allow organized storage and retrieval of biological specimens. These canisters are designed to hold compatible cryogenic storage accessories and sample containers. The manufacturer's catalogue specifies a canister outside diameter of 38 mm and a canister height configuration of 120/280 mm.

For reproductive biotechnology and artificial insemination applications, the container supports storage of semen straws. Its listed single-level storage capacity is approximately 720 straws of 0.5 ml or 1,560 straws of 0.25 ml, depending on the compatible storage arrangement. With suitable double-level canisters, the listed capacities are approximately 1,440 straws of 0.5 ml and 3,120 straws of 0.25 ml.

The cryogenic vessel features a narrow neck opening that helps reduce heat exchange with the external environment. The neck diameter of the BA-11 is approximately 51 mm, while its outer diameter is approximately 300 mm. The overall height is approximately 571 mm, making it suitable for placement in laboratories, veterinary facilities and other specialized storage environments.

The container is designed for routine handling and sample management. Its external body provides structural support, while the insulated internal vessel maintains the cryogenic environment. The top opening provides access to the internal storage area, allowing users to insert or retrieve the canisters using appropriate cryogenic handling equipment.

The CRYOCAN BA-11 is especially useful in animal husbandry and veterinary biotechnology, where semen preservation plays an important role in artificial insemination and livestock breeding programmes. It also supports research laboratories and biomedical facilities involved in cryogenic preservation of biological samples.

In IVF and fertility-related environments, suitable cryogenic storage systems are essential for preserving reproductive materials. The BA-11 can support compatible storage workflows when the required sample holders, canisters and operating procedures are used.

The equipment is also suitable for educational institutions, agricultural research centres, biotechnology companies, pharmaceutical research facilities and specialized laboratories that require liquid nitrogen storage for experimental and biological materials.

The compact design, six-canister arrangement, vacuum insulation technology and relatively low static evaporation rate make the CRYOCAN BA-11 a useful cryogenic storage solution for laboratories and biological preservation facilities.

The CRYOCAN BA-11 Liquid Nitrogen Storage Container combines practical storage capacity, organized sample handling and cryogenic insulation technology in a portable laboratory vessel. It is an appropriate choice for users seeking a dependable liquid nitrogen container for biological sample preservation, semen storage, artificial insemination and biotechnology research applications.

Important operating consideration: Liquid nitrogen containers must always be operated with their manufacturer-approved, vented neck plug or lid arrangement. They must never be hermetically sealed because evaporating nitrogen can create dangerous pressure buildup.

Application of Product

1. Liquid nitrogen storage and preservation.

2. Cryogenic preservation of animal semen.

3. Artificial insemination (AI) programmes.

4. Veterinary and animal husbandry applications.

5. IVF and fertility laboratory applications.

6. Embryo preservation and storage.

7. Stem cell preservation.

8. Biological sample cryopreservation.

9. Cell culture and biotechnology research.

10. Biomedical and pharmaceutical research.

11. Agricultural research institutions.

12. University and institutional laboratories.

13. Preservation of compatible reproductive materials.

14. Cryogenic sample storage and management.

2.2 Features of Product

• 11.6-litre capacity: Suitable for biological liquid nitrogen storage applications.

• High-vacuum insulation: Minimizes heat transfer and nitrogen evaporation.

• Double-wall construction: Provides an insulated cryogenic storage structure.

• Six storage canisters: Supports organized storage and retrieval of biological samples.

• Low evaporation rate: Approximately 0.14 litres per day under specified test conditions.

• Long static holding time: Approximately 83 days under specified test conditions.

• Straw storage capacity: Supports 0.5 ml and 0.25 ml semen straws.

• Portable configuration: Suitable for laboratory and veterinary environments.

• Narrow neck design: Helps reduce heat exchange.

• Durable external body: Designed for routine laboratory handling.

• Multiple biological applications: Suitable for semen, embryos, stem cells and other compatible biological materials.

• Cryogenic insulation technology: Helps maintain the required low-temperature storage environment.

2.3 Technical Specifications

Technical specifications are taken from the CRYOCAN manufacturer's catalogue. Straw capacities depend on the installed canister configuration.

2.4 Product Condition

Condition: Used / Refurbished – To be confirmed.

• Physical appearance: As shown in the photograph.

• External body: Visible cosmetic signs of previous use may be present.

• Lid/neck assembly: Present in the photograph.

• Internal vacuum insulation: Requires performance verification.

• Liquid nitrogen holding time: To be tested or verified.

• Canisters: Six canisters specified for the model; actual availability to be confirmed.

• Accessories: Subject to availability.

Important: A visual inspection alone cannot establish the vacuum insulation condition. Confirm static evaporation performance before selling this container as fully operational.