Nicole hybrid cooling for HPGe detectors
Baltic Scientific Instruments

Nicole Hybrid Cooling for HPGe Detectors

Hybrid cooling that combines liquid nitrogen with an electrically powered cryocooler, for continuous HPGe detector operation for up to two years and more without refilling.

Nicole combines the long-established reliability of liquid nitrogen with the efficiency and autonomy of electrically powered cryocoolers. Integrated health monitoring, a compact footprint and an energy-efficient design make it ideal for laboratory applications.

  • Liquid nitrogen holding time of 12 to 18 months and more between refills
  • Measurements can continue on liquid nitrogen alone if the cooler needs service
  • The cooling unit can be dismantled in just 15 minutes
  • Minimal vibration and ultra-quiet performance preserve energy resolution
  • USB interface and LCD screen for operational parameters

No prices online – you will receive a quotation with price and delivery time. Need accessories? Mention them in your request.

Technical data

CryocoolerPulse-tube, MTBF > 80000 h
Nominal cooler input power< 140 W, AC 220 V
Dewar vessel volume28 l
LN2 holding time with cryocooler operating12 to 18 months and more
Maximal liquid nitrogen productivity60 g/h
Loss of nitrogen without electrical cooling< 3 l/day
CryostatsVertical, horizontal, L-type and U-type; cold finger 32 mm or 38 mm with adapter
DimensionsHeight 650 mm, diameter 440 mm
Operating temperature0 °C to 40 °C, humidity 20 % to 90 % without condensation

Source: Baltic Scientific Instruments, Nicole brochure (bsi.lv, retrieved November 2026). Full specifications are available in the documents.