# Patientsamples, perfectlypreserved

A compact, battery-powered shipper that keeps vials cold for 56+ hours

## Reliable cold chain for direct-to-patient collection

Medstow Micro keeps your smallest shipments cold, tracked, and protected. Whether it’s patient collection, a decentralized trial, or mobile phlebotomy, every sample stays at the right temperature.

## Features

### Designed for confidence, built for simplicity

From first activation to final delivery, Medstow Micro gives you precise temperature control, shipment visibility, and peace of mind.

###### Precision cooling

Holds 2°C to 8°C for over 56 hours. No gel packs needed.

###### End-to-end monitoring

Monitor temperature, battery, and GPS.

###### One-touch operation

Push a button to start cooling with LED indicators. No training required.

###### Regulatory ready

Meets UN 3373 compliance, and ISTA 7D standard.

## How it works

### A smarter way to ship cold

##### Place your sample

Insert the sample into the vial holder.

##### Turn it on

Press one button to start cooling and tracking. LEDs confirm it's working.

##### Send it out

Close the lid and hand it off to your local logistics provider.

## Specifications

### Compact and compliant

Everything you need for microsampling built into one shipper.

| Feature           | Details                      |
|-------------------|-----------------------------|
| Volume            | One tube                    |
| Temperature Range | 2°C to 8°C                  |
| Runtime           | 56+ hours ISTA 7D          |
| Battery           | Rechargeable lithium-ion     |
| Weight            | 4.5 lbs                     |
| Dimensions        | 6.25" x 6.25" x 6.5"     |
| Connectivity      | Cellular and GPS            |
| Compliance        | UN 3373, FCC, ISTA 7D      |

## Cost

### Lower costs, higher standards

The Medstow Micro replaces your packaging, tracking, and operational costs with a single reusable system — lowering your cost per shipment after just a few uses.

###### Up to 35% lower TCO

Compared to traditional cold chain methods over 10+ shipments.

###### One shipper, many functions

Replaces cold packs, gel packs, and loggers with a single unit.

###### Transparent pricing

Offered as a lease or managed service — no hidden fees.

[Read the whitepaper](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1SJyMFxPnREi8ItAcq00pwhHM-OKYSpoG/view?usp=sharing)

## Sustainability

### Small shipper, big impact

The Medstow Micro reduces emissions and eliminates waste from the very first shipment — outperforming traditional cold shipping in just a few uses.

[Read our LCA](https://www.shipartyc.com/resources/blog/understanding-the-environmental-impact-of-our-medstow-micro)

###### Reduces waste from day one

Eliminates single-use foam and gel packs.

###### 50% lower carbon footprint

Beats traditional cold shipping after just four uses.

###### Efficient by design

Compact, rechargeable, and built for low total energy use.

## Comparison

### The Artyc advantage

| Feature                | Medstow Micro | Traditional Methods |
|------------------------|---------------|---------------------|
| Temperature control     | ±3°C Precision| Often ±5°C, with risk of freezing |
| Temperature range       | Refrigerated and CRT, all in one | Separate boxes for each temperature |
| Waste generated         | Reusable      | Single-use foam, plastic, and dry ice |
| Ease of use            | One-button operation | Complex packing protocols |
| Cost over time         | Decreasing cost per use | Fixed cost per shipment |

## Ready for a cold chain you can count on?

Join the organizations already benefitting from more reliable, sustainable, and intelligent cold shipping. Our team is ready to show you how Artyc can support your specific needs.