Microtome

Description

A fully dependable sectioning equipment designed for precise sectioning of tissues up to 1 micron thickness. It has a front located feed indicator with cam drive system for accurate feed setting from 1 to 50 microns in steps of 1 micron. Prominent features include independent feed mechanism with automatic safety device, universal knife holder with lateral movement to permit use of entire knife edge, ball and flange type object holder for accurate centering of the specimen and full swing protective cover for easy cleaning and lubrication. The equipment assures smooth operation throughout the long life of the instrument as individual components are manufactured with modern techniques. The microtome razor is fabricated from fine grain steel alloy tested for microstructure and is heat treated to maintain its sharpness and strength. Supplied complete with one razor 120 mm with back and handle, a set of three object holders, one honing plate, oil can, dust cover, in wooden cabinet.

Description

A handy and simple model with wide flat top, suitable for sectioning of fresh tissues. Screw drum is graduated in 100 close divisions and will cut the specimen in steps of 10 microns each. Complete with a single edged razor blade. But with differential screw, screw drum is graduated in 50 wide divisions.

Description

For rotary microtomes fabricated from fine grain special steel, heat treated and tested for microstructure, both sides wedged, supplied with back and handle