Cryptosteel Capsule

Cold Storage

Cryptosteel Capsule is a stainless steel physical backup device for storing Bitcoin seed phrases and private keys. Individual character tiles are packed tightly within a steel tube, protected by end caps. It is fireproof up to 1400°C, waterproof, and shockproof, providing durable offline backup for any 12 or 24-word BIP39 seed phrase.

Details

Nfc: No
Usb: No
Type: steel_backup
Price: $99
Category: Seed Storage (not a signing device)
Material: Stainless steel 304L
Interface: N/A (steel seed capsule)
Price Usd: 89
Air Gapped: Yes
Device Type: steel_backup
Form Factor: Stainless steel capsule
Open Source: No
Screen Type: none
Bitcoin Only: Yes
Connectivity: None (physical)
Manufacturer: Cryptosteel
Release Year: 2019
Security Chip: N/A
Fireproof Temp: 1400°C
Secure Element: No

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