Microtome S700A
The S700A from RWD Life Science is a fully motorised rotary microtome, offering automatic, semi-automatic or manual operating modes to suit users’ needs. It enables precise, reproducible cuts to be made on a wide range of specimens thanks to comfortable, automated positioning. The patented position memory system, combined with an intuitive 5″ touch screen, makes it easy to use and ergonomic in the laboratory.
Features of the S700A Microtome
- Available in automatic, semi-automatic and manual modes, for optimum flexibility.
- Four automated cutting modes (continuous, intermittent, multiple, cutting window).
- Patented lateral visual pointer system for precise sample positioning.
- Enhanced safety: double handwheel lock, blade ejector, integrated guard.
- 5″ touch screen with cut history, position memory, USB export.
- Ports for foot pedal, rock mode, emergency stop, universal high/low blade support.
Technical specifications of the Microtome S700A
| Caractéristique | Valeur |
|---|---|
| Adjustable cutting thickness | 0.5 to 100 µm (adjustable in increments according to range) |
| Thickness of pruning cut | 1 to 800 µm (in increments of up to 50 µm) |
| Motorised section speed | 0-1800 µm/s |
| Sample shrinkage | 0-250 µm adjustable |
| Horizontal travel | 28 mm |
| Vertical travel | 70 mm |
| Sample orientation | ± 8° (X/Y), 360° (Z) |
| Max sample size | 55 × 50 × 30 mm |
| Dimensions (W×D×H) | 483 × 553 × 305 mm |
| Machine weight | ≈ 36.4 kg (car version) |
| Cutting modes | Continuous, intermittent, multiple, rock, cutting window |
| Memory functions | Up to 2 M cuts (20 M µm), USB export |
| Additional security | Steering wheel lock, electronic brake, emergency stop |
| FDA approval | Yes (S700, S700A, S710, S712 models) |
Applications
- Histopathology, anatomopathology and biomedical research.
- Analysis of delicate tissues: brain, embryos, long homogeneous series.
- Clinical use with traceability, comfort and high safety.