PiezoXpert® – Calibre Scientific
Calibre Scientific’s PiezoXpert® is a piezo-assisted micromanipulation system designed to facilitate penetration of cell membranes during microinjections.
Thanks to mechanical impulses transferred directly to the capillary without loss of intensity, the PiezoXpert® considerably improves experimental results, particularly in Piezo-ICSI-type procedures.
It integrates perfectly with Calibre Scientific manipulators and other standard systems, and is designed exclusively for research use.
Characteristics of PiezoXpert® – Calibre Scientific
- Gentle and effective cell penetration for improved cell survival.
- Piezo pulses transferred without loss of intensity to the capillary.
- Use of a blunt microcapillary for optimal force transfer.
- Significant reduction in oocyte deformation during ICSI.
- Reproducible parameter setting with programmable keys.
- Pulse triggering via ergonomic foot pedal or rotary knobs.
- Clean” function for easy removal of external contaminants.
- Visual feedback of triggered pulses on the interface.
Technical specifications of the PiezoXpert® – Calibre Scientific
| Caractéristique | Valeur |
|---|---|
| Method of operation | Piezo assisted micromanipulation |
| Compatibility | Calibre Scientific Systems |
| How it works | High-frequency, low-amplitude mechanical pulses |
| Trigger | Pedal or rotary knobs |
| Memorisable parameters | Yes (programmable keys) |
| Clean function | Yes, for capillary decontamination |
| Indication | Research use only |
Applications
- Piezo-ICSI injection (mouse, horse, pig, etc.)
- Transfer of embryonic stem cells or iPS into blastocysts or morulae
- Enucleation and nuclear transfer
- Blastomeric biopsy (mouse embryos)
- Equine embryo biopsy for pre-implantation genetic testing
- Injection of RNA/DNA into fertilised mammalian oocytes