Central Laboratories Unit is equipped with a state-of-the-art Liquid Nitrogen Generator, which was installed and made function in the year of 2018, enabling us to produce liquid nitrogen on-site, as needed. This provides a reliable and cost-effective supply for various research and experimental applications of various departments of the University, eliminating the reliance on external vendors and minimizing downtime.
The generator ensures a continuous and pure source of liquid nitrogen, crucial for experiments requiring precise temperature control and preservation. This capability underscores our commitment to cutting-edge research and innovation within the University.
A liquid nitrogen generator is a device that produces liquid nitrogen from air, typically used as a cryogenic refrigerant. It consists of a nitrogen gas generator that separates and extracts nitrogen gas from the air, and a main body that liquefies the nitrogen gas. The process involves the following steps:
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Nitrogen Gas Generation: A nitrogen gas generator, such as a pressure swing adsorption (PSA) system, separates and extracts nitrogen gas from the air.
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Cryogenic Process: The main body of the liquid nitrogen generator contains a cryo-cooler that liquefies the nitrogen gas by reducing its temperature to -195.8°C (-320°F).
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Storage: The liquid nitrogen is stored in a vacuum-heat insulated vessel.
| Year | Liquid Nitrogen Delivered in the last 4 years (Approximate quantity) |
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| 2024-till date | 1000 litres |
| 2022-2023 | 6000 Litres |
| 2021-2022 | 5000 Litres |
| 2020-2021 | 9000 Litres |
Too make a request for Liquid Nitrogen (LN2), please submit a request:
LN2 Request