Wednesday 11 May 2011

Features of a Manual Cryostat Microtome

The following features are basic and essential in a manual cryostat microtome
1. Thermostatically controlled chamber temperature, preferably as low as -40 deg C
2. Frost Free glass for clear visibility during sectioning
3. Automatic Retraction for uniform sections.
4. Cooling down time should be less than 60 mins.
5. Auto Defrosting
6. Built in Anti Glare Illumination
7. Preferably SS chamber which is easy to clean.
8. Built in Drainage System
9. Should have castors for easy mobility
10. Digital Display of chamber temperature
11. At least 10 freezing stations.
12. Universal Knife Holder
13. Handwheel lockable in any position

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