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Automatic Microtome

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Manual Microtome

Semi-Automatic Microtome

Section Thickness Range

0.5 µm to 100 µm (3 to 5 µm best slicing effect)

Whole Layer Clearance Distance

10 – 6000 µm

Sectioning Range

0 to 100μm

Specimen Orientation

8° on X/Y axes

XY – 8°C, rotation ± 90°C

Retraction Range

0 – 50 µm

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Automatic Microtome LMAMT-A100

Section Thickness Range: 0.5 µm to 100 µm (3 to 5 µm best slicing effect)
Specimen Orientation: 8° on X/Y axes
Section Thickness Setting: 0.5 to 5 µm, in 0.5 µm increment5 to 20 µm, in 1 µm increment20 to 60 µm, in 5 µm increment60 to 100 µm, in 10 µm increment
Trimming Thickness Range: 1 to 600 µm
Trimming Thickness Setting: 1 to 10 μm, in 1 µm increment10 to 20 µm, in 2 µm increment20 to 50 µm, in 5 µm increment50 to 100 µm, in 10 µm increment100 to 600 µm, in 50 µm increment

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Automatic Microtome LMAMT-C100

Sectioning Range: 0 to 100μm
Trimming Range: 0 to 600μm
Adjustable Index Value: 0.25μm
Precision: ±5%
Hand wheel Velocity: 100 to 1000μm, adjustable

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Automatic Microtome LMAMT-B100

Whole Layer Clearance Distance: 10 – 6000 µm
Retraction Range: 0 – 50 µm
Specimen Horizontal Stroke: 28 mm
Specimen Vertical Stroke: 70 mm
Specimen Orientation: XY – 8°C, rotation ± 90°C

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Frequently Asked Questions

1 What is an Automatic Microtome?

An Automatic Microtome is a precision apparatus designed to cut extremely thin slices of specimens for microscopic examination.

2 How does an Automatic Microtome work?

It works by advancing the specimen towards a sharp blade in a controlled, automated manner, ensuring consistent and accurate sectioning.

3 What types of specimens can be sectioned using Automatic Microtome?

It can section various specimens including paraffin-embedded tissue, plastics, and resins.

4 What kind of maintenance does Automatic Microtome require?

Regular maintenance includes cleaning of blade holder, lubricating moving parts, and performing software updates or calibration.

5 How is Automatic Microtome used in histopathology labs?

It is used in histopathology labs to prepare ultra-thin tissue sections from paraffin-embedded specimens for microscopic examination and disease diagnosis.

6 What role does Automatic Microtome play in cancer research?

In cancer research, it is essential for producing high-quality tissue sections that help identify cellular abnormalities and tumor markers under a microscope.

7 How does Automatic Microtome enhance productivity in clinical laboratories?

It enhances productivity by automating the sectioning process, allowing technicians to prepare more slides in less time with consistent quality.

8 How does Automatic Microtome contribute to neuroscience research?

It contributes to neuroscience research by enabling precise sectioning of brain tissue, critical for studying neural structures and mapping brain pathways.

9 How does Automatic Microtome assist in pharmaceutical research?

It assists in pharmaceutical research by sectioning tissue samples for toxicological studies and drug efficacy evaluation.

10 Can Automatic Microtome be used in forensic science applications?

It is used in forensic science to section tissue samples for histological analysis, helping pathologists determine causes of death or injury.