ThawSTAR Precision cell vial thawing systems and solutions
The ThawSTAR Thawing System replaces non-standardized manual methods of thawing samples with controlled profile thawing and can be leveraged early in the R&D phase and scaled into commercial manufacturing and point of care.
Several factors including cell size and choice of cryopreservation media can affect the optimal thawing profile, viability, and function. ThawSTAR instruments will undergo custom tuning using advanced algorithms for the specific product under development, in order to ensure that the optimal thaw rate and cell health is achieved.

ThawSTAR® CFT2
Cell Thawing and Transport System for Optimal Thaw Rate
The ThawSTAR CFT2 Thawing System replaces non-standard manual methods with controlled profile thawing and can be leveraged early in the R&D phase and scaled into commercial manufacturing and point of care.
The ThawSTAR CFT2 Thawing System for vials is the larger of two portable thawing solutions. It can hold a 1.8 – 2 mL mL cryogenic vial and has a fill volume of 0.8 – 1.5 mL.
The ThawSTAR Thawing System replaces unstandardized manual methods of thawing samples with controlled profile thawing and can be leveraged early in the R&D phase and scaled into commercial manufacturing and point of care.
Several factors including cell size and choice of cryopreservation media can affect the optimal thawing profile, viability, and function. ThawSTAR instruments will undergo custom tuning using advanced algorithms for the specific product under development, in order to ensure that the optimal thaw rate and cell health is achieved.

ThawSTAR® CFT2
The ThawSTAR CFT2 Cell Thawing System accommodates a 1.8 – 2.0 mL cryogenic vial.
ThawSTAR® CFT1.5
The ThawSTAR CFT1.5 Cell Thawing System accommodates a 1.5 mL cryogenic vial.
ThawSTAR® AT6
ThawSTAR AT6 Transport and Thawing System for AT-Closed Vial improves the overall handling of biosamples by combining the 6ml AT-Closed Vial technology with BioLife Solutions’ breakthrough ThawSTAR Cell Thawing System.
ThawSTAR® CFT2
Cell Thawing and Transport System for Optimal Thaw Rate
The ThawSTAR CFT2 Thawing System replaces non-standard manual methods with controlled profile thawing and can be leveraged early in the R&D phase and scaled into commercial manufacturing and point of care.
The ThawSTAR CFT2 Thawing System for vials is the larger of two portable thawing solutions. It can hold a 1.8 – 2 mL mL cryogenic vial and has a fill volume of 0.8 – 1.5 mL.
ThawSTAR® CFT2 Cell Thawing System
Part Number: | AST-601 |
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Dimensions: | 11.0 cm x 14.5 cm (5.7 in x 4.3 in) |
Color: | White |
Capacity: | 1.8 – 2.0 mL cryogenic vial |
Vial Compatibility: | Compatible with major vial manufacturers |
Fill Volume: | 0.8 – 1.5 mL |
Thawing Time: | Less than three minutes |
Compliance: | CE mark (EMC and Safety), EN 60601-1-2, EN 61010-1, RoHS, WEEE |
Voltage: | US, EU, UK |
ThawSTAR® CFT2 Transporter
Part Number: | AST-602 |
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Dimensions: | 11.4 x 15.0 cm (4.5 x 6.0 in) |
Color: | Blue |
Dry Ice | ~150g |
Holding Temperature | <-70°C |
Holding Time | > 1 hour |
ThawSTAR CFT2 IOP Qualification Packet

Comprehensive qualification documentation and testing accessories. Step-by-Step IOPQ protocol and summary report templates. Based on GxP industry standards and the GAMP® 5 methodology.
Designed to build on current industry best practices, the IOPQ Packet for ThawSTAR CFT2 System can help improve compliance under GxP regulations with the aim of reducing costs and increasing efficiency.
The IOPQ Packet includes more than 100 pages of documentation and testing tool accessories to facilitate functional (“Black Box”) testing of the instrument. Integration of ThawSTAR CFT2 Transporter during the qualification process is optional, and depends on your “intended use”. Protocol templates are customizable to meet organizational needs. Appendices, data sheets, and other support documents are all included in one complete binder.
Part Number: AST-614
Contents Include:
- Protocol Body section to capture the purpose, scope and strategy for qualifying the instrument
- Sub-sections to record references, your organization’s SOPs, protocol execution requirements and overall qualification procedures
- Qualification personnel, equipment, and material documentation forms
- IOPQ Data Sheets
- Qualification Packet Overview, Execution Deviation Form Template, and Qualification Summary Report Template
ThawSTAR® CFT1.5 Cell Thawing System
Part Number: | AST-631 |
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Dimensions: | 11.0 cm x 14.5 cm (5.7 in x 4.3 in) |
Color: | White |
Capacity: | 1.5 mL cryogenic vial |
Vial Compatibility: | Nalgene® 5000-1020 |
Fill Volume: | 0.5 – 1.5 mL |
Thawing Time: | Less than three minutes |
Compliance: | CE mark (EMC and Safety), EN 60601-1-2, EN 61010-1, RoHS, WEEE |
Voltage: | US, EU, UK |
ThawSTAR® CFT1.5 Transporter
Part Number: | AST-632 |
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Dimensions: | 11.4 x 15.0 cm (4.5 x 6.0 in) |
Color: | Purple |
Dry Ice | ~150g |
Holding Temperature | <-70°C |
Holding Time | >1 hour |
ThawSTAR® AT6 Cell Thawing Instrument
Part Number: | AST-700 |
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Dimensions: | 11.0 cm x 14.5 cm (5.7 in x 4.3 in) |
Color: | White |
Capacity: | 6.0 mL AT-Closed Vial® |
Vial Compatibility: | Aseptic Technologies |
Fill Volume: | 2.0 – 6.0 mL |
Thawing Temperature: | 37°C, or custom setting |
Thawing Time: | Approximately 3 – 8 minutes |
Compliance: | CE mark (EMC and Safety), EN 60601-1-2, EN 61010-1, RoHS, WEEE |
Voltage: | US, EU, UK |
ThawSTAR® AT6 Transporter
Part Number: | AST-701 |
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Dimensions: | 20.0 x 16.0 x 16.0 cm (7.8 x 6.3 x 6.3 in) |
Color: | Blue |
Dry Ice: | ~250 g |
Holding Temperature: | < -70°C |
Holding Time: | > 1 hour |