Name: Traceable® Temperature Monitoring Kit
Brand: Traceable™
SKU: TM-4127
Price: 59.00 USD
Availability: InStock

Question 1

Do I need a special freezer for the Varicella Cool Cube™ panels?

Accepted Answer

Your freezer must be below at least -15°C. -25°C or below is recommended to get the panels solid (for maximum hold time). The colder the storage environment, the less time is needed to condition the panels for use.

Question 2

What is the difference between Excursion-Trac™ and Memory-Loc™?

Accepted Answer

Excursion-Trac™ devices have a rolling memory structure that stores the most recent 525,600 temperature observations (it will over-write data). Memory-Loc™ devices have a permanent memory structure that stores 1,051,200 temperature observations (it will NOT over-write data and cannot be cleared when full).

Question 3

How long will the "VT-03" Cool Cube™ last?

Accepted Answer

The VT-03 when properly conditioned will last up to 65 hours.

Question 4

How long will the "VT-08" Cool Cube™ last?

Accepted Answer

The VT-08 when properly conditioned will last 76+ hours.

Question 5

How long will the "VT-28" Cool Cube™ last?

Accepted Answer

The VT-28 when properly conditioned will last 103+ hours.

Question 6

How do I condition the VT-03 for use?

Accepted Answer

Place panels in a freezer until all PCM turns solid (i.e. 2 hrs. @ -15°C). Shake to verify.
Transfer panels into a fridge at least 3 hours before use. Panels may be stored in the fridge until needed for assembly or the PCM melts.*
Before assembly, shake panels to verify PCM is solid. If liquid is heard, restart at step 2a to ensure longest hold time. Using liquid panels, or panels with a solid/liquid combination, decreases hold time.

*If a refrigerator maintains 4°C or below, the PCM within the panels will not melt (melting point is 4.5°C), which will keep the panel solid indefinitely until pack-out. If the refrigerator maintains 5°C or above, periodically check for melting and restart at step 2a to ensure best performance.

Question 7

How do I condition the "VT-08" for use?

Accepted Answer

Place panels in a freezer until all PCM turns solid (i.e. 2 hrs. @ -15°C). Shake to verify.
Transfer panels into a fridge at least 3 hours before use. Panels may be stored in the fridge until needed for assembly or the PCM melts.*
Before assembly, shake panels to verify PCM is solid. If liquid is heard, restart at step 2a to ensure longest hold time. Using liquid panels, or panels with a solid/liquid combination, decreases hold time.

*If a refrigerator maintains 4°C or below, the PCM within the panels will not melt (melting point is 4.5°C), which will keep the panel solid indefinitely until pack-out. If the refrigerator maintains 5°C or above, periodically check for melting and restart at step 2a to ensure best performance.

Question 8

How do I condition the "VT-28" for use?

Accepted Answer

Place panels in a freezer until all PCM turns solid (i.e. 2 hrs. @ -15°C). Shake to verify.
Transfer panels into a fridge at least 3 hours before use. Panels may be stored in the fridge until needed for assembly or the PCM melts.*
Before assembly, shake panels to verify PCM is solid. If liquid is heard, restart at step 2a to ensure longest hold time. Using liquid panels, or panels with a solid/liquid combination, decreases hold time.

*If a refrigerator maintains 4°C or below, the PCM within the panels will not melt (melting point is 4.5°C), which will keep the panel solid indefinitely until pack-out. If the refrigerator maintains 5°C or above, periodically check for melting and restart at step 2a to ensure best performance.

Question 9

How long does it take to get the "VT-03" Cool Cube™ ready to hold my vaccine?

Accepted Answer

The time varies between prep methods:

Method A: ≈ 5 hours
Method B: ≈ 24 hours
Method C: ≈ 3 hours

In the user guide we recommend Method A, although all methods work. Choose the method that works best with your schedule.

If you store the PCM panels in your refrigerator they will be available to use whenever you need them. Shake the panels to see if they are solid. If they are slushy your refrigerator is too warm. If the panels are slushy they will still work, but the hold times will be decreased.

Prep Method A:

Place panels in a freezer until all PCM turns solid (i.e. 2 hrs. @ -15°C). Shake to verify.
Transfer panels into a fridge at least 3 hours before use. Panels may be stored in the fridge until needed for assembly or the PCM melts.*
Before assembly, shake panels to verify PCM is solid. If liquid is heard, restart at step 2a to ensure longest hold time. Using liquid panels, or panels with a solid/liquid combination, decreases hold time.

*If a refrigerator maintains 4°C or below, the PCM within the panels will not melt (melting point is 4.5°C), which will keep the panel solid indefinitely until pack-out. If the refrigerator maintains 5°C or above, periodically check for melting and restart at step 2a to ensure best performance.
Click here for a detailed guide to all of the prep methods.

Question 10

What is a PCM panel?

Accepted Answer

The PCM panel is a plastic panel filled with a special liquid called Phase Change Material. A Phase Change Material is a substance with a high heat of fusion which, melting and solidifying at a certain temperature, is capable of storing and releasing large amounts of energy. Each Cool Cube comes complete with 6 PCM panels that make up the PCM System.

Question 11

What is a VIP System?

Accepted Answer

The VIP (Vacuum Insulation Panel) System consists of 6 panels fastened together to form an insulation barrier for the Cool Cube. Each panel is a specially formed rigid foam board, shrink wrapped, encased in a metallic plastic film, and sealed under vacuum.

Question 12

How long does it take to get the "VT-08" Cool Cube™ ready to hold my vaccine?

Accepted Answer

The time varies between prep methods:

Method A: ≈ 5 hours
Method B: ≈ 24 hours
Method C: ≈ 3 hours

In the user guide we recommend Method A, although all methods work. Choose the method that works best with your schedule.

If you store the PCM panels in your refrigerator they will be available to use whenever you need them. Shake the panels to see if they are solid. If they are slushy your refrigerator is too warm. If the panels are slushy they will still work, but the hold times will be decreased.

Prep Method A:

Place panels in a freezer until all PCM turns solid (i.e. 2 hrs. @ -15°C). Shake to verify.
Transfer panels into a fridge at least 3 hours before use. Panels may be stored in the fridge until needed for assembly or the PCM melts.*
Before assembly, shake panels to verify PCM is solid. If liquid is heard, restart at step 2a to ensure longest hold time. Using liquid panels, or panels with a solid/liquid combination, decreases hold time.

*If a refrigerator maintains 4°C or below, the PCM within the panels will not melt (melting point is 4.5°C), which will keep the panel solid indefinitely until pack-out. If the refrigerator maintains 5°C or above, periodically check for melting and restart at step 2a to ensure best performance.
Click here for a detailed guide to all of the prep methods.

Question 13

How long does it take to get the "VT-28" Cool Cube™ ready to hold my vaccine?

Accepted Answer

The time varies between prep methods:

Method A: ≈ 5 hours
Method B: ≈ 24 hours
Method C: ≈ 3 hours

In the user guide we recommend Method A, although all methods work. Choose the method that works best with your schedule.

If you store the PCM panels in your refrigerator they will be available to use whenever you need them. Shake the panels to see if they are solid. If they are slushy your refrigerator is too warm. If the panels are slushy they will still work, but the hold times will be decreased.

Prep Method A:

Place panels in a freezer until all PCM turns solid (i.e. 2 hrs. @ -15°C). Shake to verify.
Transfer panels into a fridge at least 3 hours before use. Panels may be stored in the fridge until needed for assembly or the PCM melts.*
Before assembly, shake panels to verify PCM is solid. If liquid is heard, restart at step 2a to ensure longest hold time. Using liquid panels, or panels with a solid/liquid combination, decreases hold time.

*If a refrigerator maintains 4°C or below, the PCM within the panels will not melt (melting point is 4.5°C), which will keep the panel solid indefinitely until pack-out. If the refrigerator maintains 5°C or above, periodically check for melting and restart at step 2a to ensure best performance.
Click here for a detailed guide to all of the prep methods.

Question 14

How long will the FT-28 Cool Cube™ last?

Accepted Answer

The FT-28 when properly conditioned will last 94+ hours.

Question 15

How do I condition the FT-28 for use?

Accepted Answer

Store panels in an ultra-low freezer* so PCM is solid (i.e. 24 hrs. @ -25°C).
Before assembly, shake panels to verify PCM is solid. If liquid is heard, restart at step 2a to ensure longest hold time. Using liquid panels, or panels with a solid/liquid combination, deceases hold time

* If the freezer temperature is ever warmer than -25°C, panels may not turn completely solid (due to the possibility of supercooling). If panels are stored within the temperature parameters of the product, but are still liquid, panels may beused but the hold time will decrease

Store in coldest area of freezer; space out panels for good air flw; if stacking, insert a spacer (pencil, tongue depressor, etc.) in between each.

Question 16

How long will the RT-03 Cool Cube™ last?

Accepted Answer

The RT-03 when properly conditioned will hold product between 20-24°C for 47+ hours.

Question 17

How do I condition the RT-03 for use?

Accepted Answer

Store panels in a lab incubator* between 15-20°C so PCM is solid (i.e. 24 hrs. @ 15°C). Shake to verify.
Before assembly, shake panels to verify PCM is solid. If liquid is heard, restart at step 2a to ensure longest hold time. Using liquid panels, or panels with a solid/liquid combination, deceases hold time.

* If the incubator temperature is ever warmer than 21°C, panels may not get completely solid (manufacturing tolerances). If stored within the temperature parameters of the product, but are still liquid, panels may be used but thehold time will decrease.

Space out panels for good air flow; if stacking, insert a spacer (pencil, tongue depressor, etc.) between each.

Question 18

How long will the RT-08 Cool Cube™ last?

Accepted Answer

The RT-08 when properly conditioned will hold product between 20-24°C for 66+ hours.

Question 19

How long will the RT-28 Cool Cube™ last?

Accepted Answer

The RT-28 when properly conditioned will hold product between 20-24°C for 29+ hours.

Question 20

How long will the FT-03 Cool Cube™ last?

Accepted Answer

The FT-03 when properly conditioned will to 62+ hours.

Question 21

How long will the FT-08 Cool Cube™ last?

Accepted Answer

The FT-08 when properly conditioned will last 60+ hours.

Question 22

How long will the BT-03 Cool Cube™ last?

Accepted Answer

The BT-03 when properly conditioned will last 39+ hours.

Question 23

How long will the BT-08 Cool Cube™ last?

Accepted Answer

The BT-08 when properly conditioned will last 53+ hours.

Question 24

How long will the BT-28 Cool Cube™ last?

Accepted Answer

The BT-28 when properly conditioned will last 68+ hours.

Question 25

How long does it take to get the RT-03 Cool Cube™ ready to hold my vaccine?

Accepted Answer

The time varies between prep methods:

Method A: ≈ 3 hours / Keep product cool (in extreme heat)
Method B: ≈ 4 hours / Keep product cool (in extreme heat)
Method C: ≈ 3 hours / Keep product warm (in cold conditions)
Method D: ≈ 3 hours / Keep product warm (in cold conditions)

In the user guide we recommend Method A, although all methods work. Choose the method that works best for your needs, with your schedule and available resources.

Prep Method A:

Store panels in a lab incubator* between 15-20°C so PCM is solid (i.e. 24 hrs. @ 15°C). Shake to verify.
Before assembly, shake panels to verify PCM is solid. If liquid is heard, restart at step 2a to ensure longest hold time. Using liquid panels, or panels with a solid/liquid combination, deceases hold time.

* If the incubator temperature is ever warmer than 21°C, panels may not get completely solid (manufacturing tolerances). If stored within the temperature parameters of the product, but are still liquid, panels may be used but thehold time will decrease.
Click here for a detailed guide to all of the prep methods.

Question 26

How do I condition the RT-08 for use?

Accepted Answer

Store panels in a lab incubator* between 15-20°C so PCM is solid (i.e. 24 hrs. @ 15°C). Shake to verify.
Before assembly, shake panels to verify PCM is solid. If liquid is heard, restart at step 2a to ensure longest hold time. Using liquid panels, or panels with a solid/liquid combination, deceases hold time.

* If the incubator temperature is ever warmer than 21°C, panels may not get completely solid (manufacturing tolerances). If stored within the temperature parameters of the product, but are still liquid, panels may be used but thehold time will decrease.

Space out panels for good air flow; if stacking, insert a spacer (pencil, tongue depressor, etc.) between each.

Question 27

How do I condition the RT-28 for use?

Accepted Answer

Store panels in a lab incubator* between 15-20°C so PCM is solid (i.e. 24 hrs. @ 15°C). Shake to verify.
Before assembly, shake panels to verify PCM is solid. If liquid is heard, restart at step 2a to ensure longest hold time. Using liquid panels, or panels with a solid/liquid combination, deceases hold time.

* If the incubator temperature is ever warmer than 21°C, panels may not get completely solid (manufacturing tolerances). If stored within the temperature parameters of the product, but are still liquid, panels may be used but thehold time will decrease.

Space out panels for good air flow; if stacking, insert a spacer (pencil, tongue depressor, etc.) between each.

Question 28

How do I condition the FT-03 for use?

Accepted Answer

Store panels in an ultra-low freezer* so PCM is solid (i.e. 24 hrs. @ -25°C).
Before assembly, shake panels to verify PCM is solid. If liquid is heard, restart at step 2a to ensure longest hold time. Using liquid panels, or panels with a solid/liquid combination, deceases hold time

* If the freezer temperature is ever warmer than -25°C, panels may not turn completely solid (due to the possibility of supercooling). If panels are stored within the temperature parameters of the product, but are still liquid, panels may beused but the hold time will decrease

Store in coldest area of freezer; space out panels for good air flw; if stacking, insert a spacer (pencil, tongue depressor, etc.) in between each.

Question 29

How do I condition the FT-08 for use?

Accepted Answer

Store panels in an ultra-low freezer* so PCM is solid (i.e. 24 hrs. @ -25°C).
Before assembly, shake panels to verify PCM is solid. If liquid is heard, restart at step 2a to ensure longest hold time. Using liquid panels, or panels with a solid/liquid combination, deceases hold time

* If the freezer temperature is ever warmer than -25°C, panels may not turn completely solid (due to the possibility of supercooling). If panels are stored within the temperature parameters of the product, but are still liquid, panels may beused but the hold time will decrease

Store in coldest area of freezer; space out panels for good air flw; if stacking, insert a spacer (pencil, tongue depressor, etc.) in between each.

Question 30

How long does it take to condition the FT-03 for use?

Accepted Answer

The time varies between prep methods:

Method A: ≈ 24 hours
Method B: ≈ 3 hours
Method C: ≈ 24 hours

In the user guide we recommend Method A, although all methods work. Choose the method that works best with your schedule and available resources.

If you store the PCM panels in your freezer they will be available to use whenever you need them. Shake the panels to see if they are solid. If they are slushy your freezer is not cold enough. If the panels are slushy they will still work, but the hold times will be decreased.

Prep Method A:

Store panels in an ultra-low freezer* so PCM is solid (i.e. 24 hrs. @ -25°C).
Before assembly, shake panels to verify PCM is solid. If liquid is heard, restart at step 2a to ensure longest hold time. Using liquid panels, or panels with a solid/liquid combination, deceases hold time

* If the freezer temperature is ever warmer than -25°C, panels may not turn completely solid (due to the possibility of supercooling). If panels are stored within the temperature parameters of the product, but are still liquid, panels may beused but the hold time will decrease
Click here for a detailed guide to all of the prep methods.

Question 31

How do I condition the BT-03 for use?

Accepted Answer

Place panels in a freezer until all PCM turns solid (i.e. 2 hrs. @ -15°C). Shake to verify.
Transfer panels into a fridge at least 3 hours before use. Panels may be stored in the fridge until needed for assembly or the PCM melts.*
Before assembly, shake panels to verify PCM is solid. If liquid is heard, restart at step 2a to ensure longest hold time. Using liquid panels, or panels with a solid/liquid combination, decreases hold time.

*If a refrigerator maintains 4°C or below, the PCM within the panels will not melt (melting point is 4.5°C), which will keep the panel solid indefinitely until pack-out. If the refrigerator maintains 5°C or above, periodically check for melting and restart at step 2a to ensure best performance.

Question 32

How do I condition the BT-08 for use?

Accepted Answer

Place panels in a freezer until all PCM turns solid (i.e. 2 hrs. @ -15°C). Shake to verify.
Transfer panels into a fridge at least 3 hours before use. Panels may be stored in the fridge until needed for assembly or the PCM melts.*
Before assembly, shake panels to verify PCM is solid. If liquid is heard, restart at step 2a to ensure longest hold time. Using liquid panels, or panels with a solid/liquid combination, decreases hold time.

*If a refrigerator maintains 4°C or below, the PCM within the panels will not melt (melting point is 4.5°C), which will keep the panel solid indefinitely until pack-out. If the refrigerator maintains 5°C or above, periodically check for melting and restart at step 2a to ensure best performance.

Question 33

How do I condition the BT-28 for use?

Accepted Answer

Place panels in a freezer until all PCM turns solid (i.e. 2 hrs. @ -15°C). Shake to verify.
Transfer panels into a fridge at least 3 hours before use. Panels may be stored in the fridge until needed for assembly or the PCM melts.*
Before assembly, shake panels to verify PCM is solid. If liquid is heard, restart at step 2a to ensure longest hold time. Using liquid panels, or panels with a solid/liquid combination, decreases hold time.

*If a refrigerator maintains 4°C or below, the PCM within the panels will not melt (melting point is 4.5°C), which will keep the panel solid indefinitely until pack-out. If the refrigerator maintains 5°C or above, periodically check for melting and restart at step 2a to ensure best performance.

Question 34

How long does it take to condition the FT-08 for use?

Accepted Answer

The time varies between prep methods:

Method A: ≈ 24 hours
Method B: ≈ 3 hours
Method C: ≈ 24 hours

In the user guide we recommend Method A, although all methods work. Choose the method that works best with your schedule and available resources.

If you store the PCM panels in your freezer they will be available to use whenever you need them. Shake the panels to see if they are solid. If they are slushy your freezer is not cold enough. If the panels are slushy they will still work, but the hold times will be decreased.

Prep Method A:

Store panels in an ultra-low freezer* so PCM is solid (i.e. 24 hrs. @ -25°C).
Before assembly, shake panels to verify PCM is solid. If liquid is heard, restart at step 2a to ensure longest hold time. Using liquid panels, or panels with a solid/liquid combination, deceases hold time

* If the freezer temperature is ever warmer than -25°C, panels may not turn completely solid (due to the possibility of supercooling). If panels are stored within the temperature parameters of the product, but are still liquid, panels may beused but the hold time will decrease
Click here for a detailed guide to all of the prep methods.

Question 35

How long does it take to condition the FT-28 for use?

Accepted Answer

The time varies between prep methods:

Method A: ≈ 24 hours
Method B: ≈ 3 hours
Method C: ≈ 24 hours

In the user guide we recommend Method A, although all methods work. Choose the method that works best with your schedule and available resources.

If you store the PCM panels in your freezer they will be available to use whenever you need them. Shake the panels to see if they are solid. If they are slushy your freezer is not cold enough. If the panels are slushy they will still work, but the hold times will be decreased.

Prep Method A:

Store panels in an ultra-low freezer* so PCM is solid (i.e. 24 hrs. @ -25°C).
Before assembly, shake panels to verify PCM is solid. If liquid is heard, restart at step 2a to ensure longest hold time. Using liquid panels, or panels with a solid/liquid combination, deceases hold time

* If the freezer temperature is ever warmer than -25°C, panels may not turn completely solid (due to the possibility of supercooling). If panels are stored within the temperature parameters of the product, but are still liquid, panels may beused but the hold time will decrease
Click here for a detailed guide to all of the prep methods.

Question 36

How long does it take to get the BT-03 Cool Cube™ ready to hold my vaccine?

Accepted Answer

The time varies between prep methods:

Method A: ≈ 5 hours
Method B: ≈ 24 hours
Method C: ≈ 3 hours

In the user guide we recommend Method A, although all methods work. Choose the method that works best with your schedule.

If you store the PCM panels in your refrigerator they will be available to use whenever you need them. Shake the panels to see if they are solid. If they are slushy your refrigerator is too warm. If the panels are slushy they will still work, but the hold times will be decreased.

Prep Method A:

Place panels in a freezer until all PCM turns solid (i.e. 2 hrs. @ -15°C). Shake to verify.
Transfer panels into a fridge at least 3 hours before use. Panels may be stored in the fridge until needed for assembly or the PCM melts.*
Before assembly, shake panels to verify PCM is solid. If liquid is heard, restart at step 2a to ensure longest hold time. Using liquid panels, or panels with a solid/liquid combination, decreases hold time.

*If a refrigerator maintains 4°C or below, the PCM within the panels will not melt (melting point is 4.5°C), which will keep the panel solid indefinitely until pack-out. If the refrigerator maintains 5°C or above, periodically check for melting and restart at step 2a to ensure best performance.
Click here for a detailed guide to all of the prep methods.

Question 37

How long does it take to get the BT-08 Cool Cube™ ready to hold my vaccine?

Accepted Answer

The time varies between prep methods:

Method A: ≈ 5 hours
Method B: ≈ 24 hours
Method C: ≈ 3 hours

In the user guide we recommend Method A, although all methods work. Choose the method that works best with your schedule.

If you store the PCM panels in your refrigerator they will be available to use whenever you need them. Shake the panels to see if they are solid. If they are slushy your refrigerator is too warm. If the panels are slushy they will still work, but the hold times will be decreased.

Prep Method A:

Place panels in a freezer until all PCM turns solid (i.e. 2 hrs. @ -15°C). Shake to verify.
Transfer panels into a fridge at least 3 hours before use. Panels may be stored in the fridge until needed for assembly or the PCM melts.*
Before assembly, shake panels to verify PCM is solid. If liquid is heard, restart at step 2a to ensure longest hold time. Using liquid panels, or panels with a solid/liquid combination, decreases hold time.

*If a refrigerator maintains 4°C or below, the PCM within the panels will not melt (melting point is 4.5°C), which will keep the panel solid indefinitely until pack-out. If the refrigerator maintains 5°C or above, periodically check for melting and restart at step 2a to ensure best performance.
Click here for a detailed guide to all of the prep methods.

Question 38

How long does it take to get the BT-28 Cool Cube™ ready to hold my vaccine?

Accepted Answer

The time varies between prep methods:

Method A: ≈ 5 hours
Method B: ≈ 24 hours
Method C: ≈ 3 hours

In the user guide we recommend Method A, although all methods work. Choose the method that works best with your schedule.

If you store the PCM panels in your refrigerator they will be available to use whenever you need them. Shake the panels to see if they are solid. If they are slushy your refrigerator is too warm. If the panels are slushy they will still work, but the hold times will be decreased.

Prep Method A:

Place panels in a freezer until all PCM turns solid (i.e. 2 hrs. @ -15°C). Shake to verify.
Transfer panels into a fridge at least 3 hours before use. Panels may be stored in the fridge until needed for assembly or the PCM melts.*
Before assembly, shake panels to verify PCM is solid. If liquid is heard, restart at step 2a to ensure longest hold time. Using liquid panels, or panels with a solid/liquid combination, decreases hold time.

*If a refrigerator maintains 4°C or below, the PCM within the panels will not melt (melting point is 4.5°C), which will keep the panel solid indefinitely until pack-out. If the refrigerator maintains 5°C or above, periodically check for melting and restart at step 2a to ensure best performance.
Click here for a detailed guide to all of the prep methods.

Question 39

How long does it take to get the RT-08 Cool Cube™ ready to hold my vaccine?

Accepted Answer

The time varies between prep methods:

Method A: ≈ 3 hours / Keep product cool (in extreme heat)
Method B: ≈ 4 hours / Keep product cool (in extreme heat)
Method C: ≈ 3 hours / Keep product warm (in cold conditions)
Method D: ≈ 3 hours / Keep product warm (in cold conditions)

In the user guide we recommend Method A, although all methods work. Choose the method that works best for your needs, with your schedule and available resources.

Prep Method A:

Store panels in a lab incubator* between 15-20°C so PCM is solid (i.e. 24 hrs. @ 15°C). Shake to verify.
Before assembly, shake panels to verify PCM is solid. If liquid is heard, restart at step 2a to ensure longest hold time. Using liquid panels, or panels with a solid/liquid combination, deceases hold time.

* If the incubator temperature is ever warmer than 21°C, panels may not get completely solid (manufacturing tolerances). If stored within the temperature parameters of the product, but are still liquid, panels may be used but thehold time will decrease.
Click here for a detailed guide to all of the prep methods.

Question 40

How long does it take to get the RT-28 Cool Cube™ ready to hold my vaccine?

Accepted Answer

The time varies between prep methods:

Method A: ≈ 3 hours / Keep product cool (in extreme heat)
Method B: ≈ 4 hours / Keep product cool (in extreme heat)
Method C: ≈ 3 hours / Keep product warm (in cold conditions)
Method D: ≈ 3 hours / Keep product warm (in cold conditions)

In the user guide we recommend Method A, although all methods work. Choose the method that works best for your needs, with your schedule and available resources.

Prep Method A:

Store panels in a lab incubator* between 15-20°C so PCM is solid (i.e. 24 hrs. @ 15°C). Shake to verify.
Before assembly, shake panels to verify PCM is solid. If liquid is heard, restart at step 2a to ensure longest hold time. Using liquid panels, or panels with a solid/liquid combination, deceases hold time.

* If the incubator temperature is ever warmer than 21°C, panels may not get completely solid (manufacturing tolerances). If stored within the temperature parameters of the product, but are still liquid, panels may be used but thehold time will decrease.
Click here for a detailed guide to all of the prep methods.

Question 41

How is a device recalibrated?

Accepted Answer

Devices are recalibrated by Control Company (the manufacturer). Detailed instructions and a recalibration form can be found on our website. Click Here

Question 42

How long is a calibration certificate good for?

Accepted Answer

New units come with a calibration due date of 2 years from the date of manufacture. However, inventorying such products sometimes cuts into this time period weeks or months. We guarantee a calibration due date of at least 1 year past the purchase date.

Question 43

What if my Cool Cube™ case gets dirty?

Accepted Answer

With the two smaller models the fabric case can be hand-washed and air-dried. With the hard-sided models the case can be wiped down.

Question 44

Are replacement Cool Cube™ panels available?

Accepted Answer

Yes. All components are available for purchase. Click Here

Question 45

What if something gets damaged?

Accepted Answer

All components are available for purchase.

Question 46

What is a PCM panel?

Accepted Answer

A plastic panel filled with phase change material. Each Cool Cube™ comes with 6 PCM panels that make up the PCM System.

Question 47

What is a VIP System?

Accepted Answer

The VIP (Vacuum Insulation Panel) System consists of 6 panels that form an insulation barrier for the Cool Cube™. Each panel is a specially formed rigid foam board, shrink wrapped, encased in a metallic plastic film, and sealed under vacuum.

Question 48

Bottle Probe

Accepted Answer

A miniature bottle filled with nontoxic glycol solution.

Question 49

What is PCM

Accepted Answer

Phase Change Material - a substance with a high heat of fusion which, melting and solidifying at a certain temperature, is capable of storing and releasing large amounts of energy.

Question 50

Why are the Room Temperature panels not turning solid?

Accepted Answer

The PCM inside is NOT below its phase change temperature of 21.5°C/70.7°F. Make sure that the storage temperature is always below 20°C/68°F.

Question 51

Why are the Fridge Temperature panels (PCM) not turning solid?

Accepted Answer

The PCM inside is NOT below its phase change temperature of 4.5°C/40.1°F. Make sure that the storage temperature is always below 4°C/39.2°F.

Question 52

Why are the Frozen Temperature panels not turning solid?

Accepted Answer

The PCM inside is NOT below its phase change temperature of -21.5°C/-6.7°F. Make sure that the freezer temperature is always below -23°C/-9.4°F.

Question 53

Can a regular freezer be used to condition refrigerator temperature panels and store panels?

Accepted Answer

Yes for Cool Cubes™ at Fridge Temps. However before pack-out, the panels must sit-out and warm-up until they "sweat" so that they don’t make the cooler too cold.

Question 54

Can a regular refrigerator be used to condition and store refrigerated panels?

Accepted Answer

Yes for Cool Cubes™ at Fridge Temps. Make sure the refrigerator temperature is below 4°C to ensure panels turn solid.

Question 55

Can a regular freezer be used to condition and store frozen temperature panels?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but to get the panels truly hard the freezer must maintain a temperature lower than -23°C. Otherwise the panel will be at the temperature of the freezer and just won't last as long.

Question 56

Can panels be stacked during storage?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but they will just take longer to condition (the middle panel will be the last to condition). For the quickest conditioning process, get as much air circulating around the panel as possible.

If the panels must be stacked we recommend inserting a spacer (pencil, tongue depressor, etc.) between each panel.

Question 57

Does the whole Cool Cube™ need to be conditioned?

Accepted Answer

No, only the PCM panels.

Question 58

What does it mean when a panel is liquid?

Accepted Answer

The PCM inside is above its phase change temperature.

Question 59

What does it mean when a panel is part solid and part liquid?

Accepted Answer

The PCM inside is at its phase change temperature. (Used to prevent cooling or warming.)

Question 60

What does it mean when a panel is solid?

Accepted Answer

The PCM inside is below its phase change temperature.

Question 61

Can credit cards be used for purchasing?

Accepted Answer

Yes, all major credit cards are accepted.

Question 62

Why is the data not downloading to a flash drive?

Accepted Answer

The unit must be plugged in with the power cord to download data. If it still doesn't work, try another flash drive.

Question 63

Does the TM-4127 log data?

Accepted Answer

No. However, it does show high/low readings and meanwhile alarms can be set to signal out of range conditions.

Question 64

How is data logger data downloaded?

Accepted Answer

Plug the base unit in using the AC adaptor. Insert USB stick/flash drive into unit's USB port. Wait one minute. Remove USB stick/flash drive. (the data will be available in a .CSV file on the USB stick/flash drive)

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