Physike Technology Co., Ltd.

Flexible liquid helium transfer line (Tcryo®)

Tcryo® is a new generation of ultra thermal insulation flexible liquid helium transfer line, typically equipped with built-in needle valve for controlling liquid helium flow, cryopump and ice filter, and utilizing ultra-insulated multi-layer insulation materials. It features lower outgassing rates, superior insulation performance, and optimized thermal insulation support design, resulting in reduced heat leakage, higher liquid helium transmission efficiency, and extended maintenance-free intervals. Depending on the application scenario, it is categorized into two types: continuous liquid helium transfer lines (Tcryo-NE) and high-throughput transfer lines (Tcryo-HT).

1. Continuous liquid helium transmission line (Tcryo-NE)

Continuous liquid helium transfer line (Tcryo-NE) enables the uninterrupted and low-flow transmission of liquid helium, making it the preferred choice for continuous flow cryogenic cryostats. In addition to its excellent thermal insulation performance, it features lightweight and flexible characteristics, resulting in lower torque applied to the continuous flow cryogenic cryostats, which significantly enhances its stability.

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Typical Tcryo-NE continuous flow liquid helium transfer line 


Below are drawings for several types of continuous liquid helium transfer lines; custom configurations are available.
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(1). Tcryo-NE flexible liquid helium transfer line with needle 

valves and 90-degree elbows at both ends

(2). Tcryo-NE flexible liquid helium transfer line with needle 

valves and without 90-degree elbows at the ends

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(3). Tcryo-NE flexible liquid helium transfer line with a needle valve 

and a 90-degree elbow at the cryostat end

(4). Tcryo-NE flexible liquid helium transfer line with a 90-degree 

elbow and needle valve at the liquid helium storage dewar end


2. High-throughput liquid helium transfer line (Tcryo-HT)

High-throughput liquid helium transfer line (Tcryo-HT) features a larger inner-tube diameter compared to standard continuous flow transfer lines, enabling rapid and efficient liquid helium transfer and distribution. Unlike designs that rely on external vacuum shut-off valves, the Tcryo-HT utilizes an integrated needle valve; this design eliminates additional heat leakage and reduces consumption during transfer. Furthermore, the integrated needle valve allows for precise flow control and significantly minimizes the risk of pipeline leakage. The Tcryo-HT is compatible with most commercial liquid helium dewars and superconducting magnets, and it meets requirements ranging from laboratory research to industrial-scale liquid helium filling and distribution.

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Typical Tcryo-HT high flow liquid helium transfer line 

In addition, the configuration, diameter, and length of the transfer lines can be customized. Shown below is a custom three-section, high-flow liquid helium transfer line featuring a flexible section up to 9 meters in length.

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