Is a CryoDax Chiller Worth It? See the Numbers for Yourself.
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If you're running LCO2 on your extraction system, you're paying a consumable cost every single time the machine runs — and that bill never stops. A CryoDax low-temperature recirculating chiller eliminates that cost entirely, replacing it with a small, predictable monthly electricity charge.
The question isn't whether a chiller saves money — it's how quickly it pays for itself and how much you keep over 5 or 10 years. We put together two free resources so you can answer that with your own numbers.
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LCO2 vs. CryoDax Chiller — Long-Term Savings Analysis (PDF) A 4-page overview covering side-by-side benefits and drawbacks, full CryoDax 12X / 20X / 30X specs, and 10-year ROI projections at typical LCO2 pricing. Good for sharing with partners or ownership.
👉 https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2134/5331/files/LCO2_vs_Chiller_ROI_Summary.pdf?v=1774911440
Interactive ROI Calculator (Excel) Plug in four numbers from your monthly bills — your LCO2 price per liter, liters used per month, electricity rate, and chiller model cost — and the spreadsheet calculates your break-even date and 10-year savings automatically.
👉 https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2134/5331/files/LCO2_vs_Chiller_Calculator.xlsx?v=1774911440
What the Numbers Typically Look Like
At $0.50/liter for LCO2, most operators running a CryoDax system break even within 2–3 years and save over $500,000 over 10 years. Operators with higher usage or above-average LCO2 pricing often see payback even faster.
The calculator is there because every operation is different — run your own numbers and see where you land.
Ready to Talk?
Once you've looked at the numbers, we can walk you through model selection, facility requirements, and a full project estimate. CryoDax chillers are available through N.B. Oler — reach out and we'll get you a quote.
Chiller costs above cover equipment only. Cooling loop (~$15K), cold-climate secondary chiller (~$25K), and installation (~$30K) are additional and vary by facility.