Single-use device for adherent cells cultures with a high growth area to volume ratio and made from plant-derived PLA by an additive manufacturing process
The CellScrew®’s features unique internal structures, including an Archimedes Screw and concentric cylinders, which create a low-shear stress mixed system. This design facilitates high oxygenation and efficient nutrient exchange, promoting optimal adherent cell attachment and growth.
By rotation of the CellScrew®, media and gas are transferred through an Archimedean screw, providing an excellent environment for the cells. Concentric cylinders form the large growth area. Due to TC-treatment, the surface is ideal for cell attachment and growth.
The CellScrew® is made of poly-lactic acid (PLA), a plant-based biopolymer produced entirely from renewable crops.
The large growth area, intensified processes and ease of handling reduce labour costs and required manufacturing space.
As the CellScrew® can be applied from lab scale to manufacturing scale, no additional process development is necessary to scale-up.
CO₂ emission is reduced by more than 90% using the CellScrew®, compared to conventional multilayer flasks as it is made from plant-derived PLA by an additive manufacturing process.
The CellScrew®’s utilizes an Archimedes Screw that transfers the medium within the bottle by slow rotation. A tube in the middle allows the medium to flow to the bottle’s bottom, creating a circular media flow. This, combined with continuous mixing on a roller bottle device, ensures excellent oxygen transfer and optimal cell cultivation conditions for your adherent cell lines.