Introduction; The Cryo-Blade - Cole Parmer Cryo-Blade CG-900 Operating Manual

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Introduction

Thank you for choosing the CG-900 Cryo-Blade Cryogenic Grinder from Cole-Parmer. To ensure years of reliable,
efficient, and safe use of this instrument, please read this manual thoroughly and keep it in a safe and handy place
for future reference.
Should you have any question regarding the use, maintenance or repair of your instrument, kindly contact
Cole-Parmer directly for assistance (see page 36 for contact details).
This section intends to introduce the reader to basic grinding principles and to familiarize them with the Cryo-Blade.
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The Cryo-Blade

General View
LCD screen interface
Emergency stop button
5 L Bowl
Handle
Load cell
Working Principle
The Cryo-Blade is an automatic cryogenic knife mill. The Cryo-Blade uses a spinning blade to comminute
samples that have been cryogenically frozen to produce a fine homogeneous powder. By working at cryogenic
temperatures, the instrument embrittles the sample to improve grinding, even for materials that are difficult to
reduce to powder otherwise.
The Cryo-Blade automatically dispenses the correct amount of liquid nitrogen each time. Avoiding the risks
associated with handling liquid nitrogen for the user. Since the Cryo-Blade controls and monitors the input of liquid
nitrogen, all grindings are highly repeatable, increasing the value of all data collected using its sample preparation
method. Alternatively, it is also possible to use dry ice to prepare the sample.
The high-volume bowl of the Cryo-Blade can hold up to 5 liters of material. The high volume allows the user to
process large sample amounts in a single run without the need to do multiple small batches.
Operating Manual
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