Product Overview
MVE Lab 10 Aluminum LN2 Storage Dewar - 10L Capacity, 0.18 L/day Evaporation Rate
Condition
Used. Cream-painted aluminum body with scattered surface scuffs and paint chips across the lower half and near the upper rim band. Teal MVE-branded plastic cap present. Hand-stamped identifier DBA90L254 on the base. Evaluation: Visual inspection only. Function testing not performed. Sourced from a government research facility.
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Product Overview
MVE Cryogenics Lab 10 - a 10-liter aluminum dewar engineered for liquid nitrogen storage and dispensing. Part of the MVE Lab Series, recognized in laboratories and medical facilities worldwide for efficient cryogenic storage. Aluminum construction keeps the vessel lightweight at 12 lbs empty. The 56 mm neck opening accommodates standard pouring spouts and transfer accessories. Static evaporation rate of 0.18 L/day means LN2 stays usable for weeks between refills. Designed for liquid nitrogen storage only - not for direct storage of biological specimens such as vials or canes.
Key Features
- 10-liter liquid nitrogen capacity
- Static evaporation rate: 0.18 L/day
- Neck opening diameter: 2.18 in (56 mm)
- Overall height: 21.5 in (546 mm)
- Outer diameter: 10.3 in (260 mm)
- Usable height: 13.5 in (343 mm)
- Weight empty: 12 lbs (5.4 kg); weight full: 31 lbs (14 kg)
- Lightweight aluminum construction with chrome bail carry handle
- MVE-branded teal plastic cap with cork stopper included
- Not designed for direct biological sample storage - liquid nitrogen dispensing and supply use only
Applications
- Filling from a bulk supply tank and maintaining a working LN2 reservoir at the bench for flash-freezing samples, cooling equipment, or topping off smaller cryogenic vessels during an experiment run
- Refilling semen or embryo storage tanks in a veterinary clinic or animal breeding operation where keeping LN2 on hand prevents samples from thawing between scheduled deliveries
- Serving as the portable transfer vessel a lab technician carries between a central liquid nitrogen supply and individual workstations or cryogenic instruments throughout the day
- Acting as a compact LN2 buffer supply in a teaching lab where students draw small quantities for demonstrations without tapping the main dewar
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the cap included?
Yes. The MVE-branded teal plastic cap with cork stopper is present and shown in the product photos.
Can this dewar store biological samples - vials, canes, or embryos - directly inside?
No. The MVE Lab Series is designed for liquid nitrogen storage and dispensing only. For direct biological specimen storage, a different vessel type such as the MVE XC series is required.
What accessories fit the 56 mm neck opening?
Standard MVE Lab Series accessories including pouring spouts and manual dippers are sized for this neck diameter. Buyers using pressurized dispensing devices or custom transfer tools should confirm neck diameter compatibility before ordering. The neck opening is 2.18 inches (56 mm).
What is the expected LN2 holding time?
At the stated static evaporation rate of 0.18 L/day, a full 10-liter charge lasts approximately 6 to 8 weeks under static conditions. Actual holding time depends on usage frequency, ambient conditions, and the current condition of the vacuum insulation.
What does the identifier DBA90L254 on the base represent?
The code DBA90L254 is hand-stamped and printed on the base of this specific unit. Its meaning as a serial number, lot code, or facility tracking identifier is not confirmed.
A government lab kept this one running for years - the scuffs are honest evidence of that. Now it is ready to hold cold for whoever needs a reliable 10-liter LN2 supply on the bench.
