For individuals who need to maintain slices viable for longer, such as for electrophysiological field recordings, the 5100-Plus is ideal. Using the adjustable blade holder and "Opti-cal" Calibration device, the user can calibrate the Z-axis deflection of the blade to a tolerance of 2 µm. Less "chatter" and less damage to the slice surface result from less Z-axis deflection, which also increases the vitality of the cells on the slice surface.
The New 5100mz series Vibrating Microtome shares an interface with the high-end 7000smz-2, giving the user access to a variety of configurable parameters:
- Frequency of vibration: 50 to 80 Hz
- Adjustable amplitude between 0.5 and 1.5 millimeters
- Controlling the blade advance precisely (at least 0.1 mm/sec)
- Set the blade's start and stop positions
- Control box on the umbilical cord is excellent for use in a solitary setting
Employ the "Slice window" option, which automatically remembers the start and finish positions of the slice, or the fully manual method.
Features
- Has the Z-axis calibration unit (5100mz-Plus only)
- Frequency of vibration: 50 to 80 Hz
- Adjustable amplitude between 0.5 and 1.5 millimeters
- Controlling the blade advance precisely (at least 0.1 mm/sec)
- Set the starting and ending points for the blade's movement.
- Remote controls for use in culture hoods that are sterile
- Easily removable ice bath for cleaning
- For clear observation, a cool light and magnifier are optional
- Bath with optional Peltier cooling
Section thickness step size: 0.001 mm
Bath table rise & fall speed: 1.0 mm/sec maximum
Maximum (vertical) travel of bath table: 19 mm
Cutting head advance speed:
- Minimum: -2.0 mm/sec (-1.00 during slicing)
- Maximum: +2.0 mm/sec (+1.00 during slicing)
Cutting head retraction speed: 2.0 mm/sec
Maximum travel of cutting head: 40 mm
Blade oscillation frequency
- Minimum: 50 Hz
- Maximum: 80 Hz (amplitude dependent)
Frequency step size: 5 Hz
Blade oscillation amplitude
- Minimum: 0.5 mm (nominal)
- Maximum: 1.5 mm (nominal)
Amplitude step size: 0.5 mm (nominal)
Power requirements (Selectable): 115VAC 60Hz, 230VAC 50Hz
Power rating: 100W
Fuse rating
- 115V: T2A 250VAC
- 230V: T2A 250VAC
Light source: Powered from 5100mz
Dimensions: 350mm Width x 450mm Depth x 350mm Height (excluding magnifier/light source)
Weight: 15kg (excluding magnifier)