My company is seeking thoughts on new microtomes to purchase. We have demoed a
Sakura and Leica HistoCore BioCut but would like to test out at least 1/2 more
options before deciding on where to proceed.
Does anyone have any suggestions on microtomes that are good for both
experienced tech and
Good morning!
I was wondering if anyone has microtome opinions they would like to share. We
have an ultramicrotome but I am looking for a microtome that could cut larger
pieces of tissue embedded in plastic. I am hesitant to go with Leica because
service is so expensive but I’m looking for
For large specimens you need a "horizontal" or sledge microtome. Leitz (Leica)
manufactures the best, but you could try an OMS from Reichert although I am not
sure they stll are manufactured because Leica swallowed Reichert some years
ago.Another alternative, and probably even better than the
Hi Rene and histonet,
Thank you for your suggestions. I must amend my earlier request. We have an
ultra microtome from RMC and a Spencer 820 microtome. I would like to section
epoxy embedded material that is larger than an ultramicrotome could handle but
smaller than a sledge microtome. Sorry
: Wednesday, October 07, 2015 11:07 AM
To: Rene J Buesa
Cc: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu
Subject: Re: [Histonet] Microtome suggestions
Hi Rene and histonet,
Thank you for your suggestions. I must amend my earlier request. We have an
ultra microtome from RMC and a Spencer 820 microtome. I would
