BC-418L Boar Semen Storage Cabinet

• Professional storage cabinet designed specifically for liquid boar semen doses.
• Large 418-liter capacity supports high-volume commercial semen production.
• Storage capacity of approximately 900 semen bags depending on packaging format and arrangement.
• Standard semen-storage temperature centered around 17°C.
• Integrated cooling and heating functions automatically compensate for changing ambient conditions.
• Precision temperature control helps reduce thermal stress during semen storage.
• Forced-air circulation promotes uniform temperature distribution throughout the internal chamber.
• Five removable storage trays organize semen doses and maintain airflow between packages.
• Large LED display provides clear temperature information for daily operation.
• Stainless-steel internal chamber is durable and convenient to clean and disinfect.
• Optimized control helps reduce unnecessary compressor operation and energy consumption.
• Large floor-standing design is suitable for centralized boar studs and semen distribution centers.
• Designed for integration into professional semen collection, analysis, dilution, filling, storage, and distribution workflows.

• Model: BC-418L
• Product Type: Temperature-Controlled Boar Semen Storage Cabinet
• Nominal Capacity: 418 L
• Primary Application: Liquid Boar Semen Storage
• Standard Storage Setpoint: Approximately 17°C
• Listed Internal Temperature Setting: 17°C ±0.5°C
• Listed Temperature Differential: ±1°C
• Temperature Regulation: Automatic Cooling and Heating
• Air Circulation: Forced Internal Air Circulation
• Display: LED Temperature Display
• Storage Trays: 5
• Approximate Semen Bag Capacity: 900 Bags
• Internal Dimensions: 580 × 550 × 1250 mm
• External Dimensions: 700 × 770 × 1695 mm
• Internal Material: Stainless Steel
• Rated Power: 1000 W
• Installation Type: Floor-Standing
• Typical Users: Boar Studs, Pig AI Centers, Genetic Companies and Commercial Pig Farms

Storage capacity varies according to semen package size and arrangement. Final voltage, plug type, electrical configuration, temperature-control settings, and other specifications should be confirmed before ordering.

• Controlled storage of liquid boar semen doses.
• Commercial boar studs and semen production centers.
• Centralized pig artificial insemination laboratories.
• Swine genetic and breeding companies.
• Large commercial pig farms.
• Temporary storage before semen distribution and transportation.
• Storage of semen bags, tubes, and compatible AI dose containers.
• Veterinary reproduction laboratories.
• Swine breeding research and teaching facilities.
• Centralized semen quality-control and distribution operations.

• Install the cabinet in a clean, dry, well-ventilated room with a stable electrical supply.
• Place the unit on a firm and level floor with adequate clearance around ventilation openings.
• Avoid installing the cabinet directly beside heaters, sunlight, steam sources, or other equipment producing excessive heat.
• Connect the cabinet to the specified power supply and allow it to reach a stable internal temperature before loading semen.
• Verify that the displayed temperature is within the required semen-storage range.
• Distribute semen doses evenly across the five trays and avoid blocking internal air circulation.
• Do not overfill shelves or place packages directly against internal airflow outlets.
• Use an independent minimum/maximum thermometer or temperature data logger when additional quality-control records are required.

• Monitor and record cabinet temperature according to the semen center's quality-control procedure.
• Clean the stainless-steel interior, shelves, door surfaces, and seals regularly.
• Remove damaged or leaking semen packages immediately.
• Keep ventilation openings and condenser areas free from dust and obstruction.
• Inspect the door gasket periodically to ensure effective sealing.
• Verify temperature-controller accuracy at scheduled intervals.
• Minimize unnecessary door opening to reduce temperature fluctuations.
• Do not return semen doses to storage after they have been removed and exposed to uncontrolled conditions unless permitted by the validated laboratory procedure.
• Provide backup power or an emergency semen-storage plan where uninterrupted storage is critical.

Q: What is the BC-418L mainly used for?
A: It is designed for controlled storage of liquid boar semen doses in commercial pig artificial insemination programs.

Q: What is the storage capacity?
A: The cabinet has a nominal internal volume of 418 liters and can hold approximately 900 semen bags depending on package dimensions and arrangement.

Q: What temperature is used for boar semen storage?
A: The cabinet is designed around a standard 17°C semen-storage setpoint. Liquid boar semen is commonly maintained within approximately 16–18°C, subject to extender and laboratory requirements.

Q: Does the cabinet provide both cooling and heating?
A: Yes. The temperature-control system can cool or heat as required to compensate for changing ambient conditions and maintain the selected internal temperature.

Q: Why is internal air circulation important?
A: Forced-air circulation helps distribute conditioned air throughout the storage chamber, reducing temperature differences between different shelves and storage positions.

Q: How many storage trays are included?
A: The listed configuration includes five trays for organized semen storage and effective airflow.

Q: Is the internal chamber easy to clean?
A: Yes. The internal chamber is constructed from stainless steel, providing a smooth and durable surface suitable for routine cleaning and hygiene management.

Q: Should an additional thermometer be used?
A: An independent minimum/maximum thermometer or temperature data logger is recommended when additional monitoring, validation, or storage traceability is required.

Q: Can ordinary household refrigerators be used instead?
A: Professional semen storage units are preferred because they are designed to maintain the higher temperature range required for liquid boar semen and provide controlled air circulation and heating as well as cooling.

Q: Where is the BC-418L typically installed?
A: It is suitable for boar studs, centralized AI centers, semen laboratories, genetic companies, commercial pig farms, veterinary reproduction laboratories, and semen distribution facilities.